The Porsche Boxster (986) is a distinguished mid-engined, rear-wheel-drive sports car produced from 1997 to 2004. It marked Porsche's venture into a more accessible segment of the sports car market, offering the brand's signature driving dynamics and engineering quality. Featuring a distinctive design and a powerful flat-six engine, the Boxster was lauded for its balanced handling, achieved through its optimal weight distribution. It competed with other premium roadsters and was recognized for its performance and value, earning a place on Car and Driver's '10Best' list multiple times.

This comprehensive workshop manual serves as an indispensable resource for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing the Porsche Boxster (986) models from 1997-2004. It covers the entire vehicle, detailing procedures for the powertrain, drivetrain, chassis, electrical systems, and body. Within its extensive scope, you will find routine maintenance schedules, in-depth diagnostic troubleshooting for common and complex issues, step-by-step repair instructions, and critical technical specifications. This manual is designed to assist both owners and professional technicians in ensuring the optimal performance and longevity of their Boxster.