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1997 Porsche Boxster Base

WP0CA2984VS621560
2.5L H6 DOHC 24V
Engine
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
Germany
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Porsche Boxster

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID WP0 Porsche · Europe · Germany
VDS · Descriptor CA298 Boxster Base
VIS · Vehicle ID 4VS621560 1997 · Serial 621560

Basic Information

MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
TrimBase
Body StyleCONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerPorsche
CountryGermany

Engine & Performance

Engine2.5L H6 DOHC 24V
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Serial Number621560

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Porsche
Model Boxster
Trim Level Base

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 201 @ 6000
Displacement 2.5L/153
Fuel System EFI
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 181 @ 4500
Engine Type 2.5L H6 DOHC 24V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 2822
Curb Weight-manual 2954
Overall Length 171.00
Overall Width 70.10
Overall Height 50.80
Wheelbase 95.20
Standard Seating 2
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.1
Height, Overall (in) 50.8
Wheelbase (in) 95.1

Features & Options

Powertrain-duration 24
Powertrain-distance Unlimited
Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Optional
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Standard
Leather Seat Standard
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 15.30
Fuel Economy-city 17 - 19
Fuel Economy-highway 26 - 27
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 27 (Est)
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 19 (Est)

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in GERMANY
Body Style CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Turning Diameter 35.80
Tires 205/55R16
Front Headroom 38.00
Front Legroom 41.60
Ground Clearance 4.10
Track Front 57.70
Track Rear 60.20
Cargo Volume 9.20
Basic-duration 24
Basic-distance Unlimited
Rust-duration 120
Rust-distance Unlimited
MSRP $39,980
Dealer Invoice $34,383
Tachometer Standard
Rear Window Defogger Optional
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6
Rear Tire Size P225/50R16
Front Tire Size P205/55R16
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 7

Pattern Information

PatternWP0CA298 V
WMI WP0 (Germany, Europe)