12th May, 2024 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle May 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1998 Porsche Boxster
Fitted with manual transmission and comes with a desirable hardtop
Registration - S228 FYG
Chassis No. - WP0ZZZ98ZWU600079
M.O.T. - December 2024
Odometer - 114,000
Resplendent in Arena red, this early example of Porsche’s first-generation Boxster is offered with a highly desirable body-coloured removable hard-top and rear-wing. The deep red paintwork looks superb over the Savannah Beige leather-trimmed interior and grey alloy wheels. Coming with a high factory specification, ‘S228 FYG’ is also fitted with features such as heated seats and, also highly sought-after, a five-speed manual gearbox.
This is fitted to Porsche’s 2.5-litre six-cylinder petrol engine, which has completed a little over 114,000 miles according to the odometer. The current owner considers the powertrain – both engine and transmission – to be in ‘good’ condition, as are the electrics, bodywork, and cabin. Only the paintwork is described otherwise, rated as ‘average’ for a vehicle approaching 26 years old. Considerable care has clearly been paid to ‘S228 FYG’ during its lifetime, since there is a service history with more than 20 stamps in the book, and a large folder containing invoices of work carried out. As examples of Porsche’s renowned driver’s car go, this Boxster is in good condition, with the all-important manual transmission for greater driver involvement, and the benefit of improved security and comfort during colder months of the removable hard-top.
Porsche’s introduction of the Grant Larson-designed mid-engined two-seater Boxster cabriolet was the result of several years of striving to reverse the company’s fortunes following poor sales of the 928. The concept was presented at the North American International Auto Show in January 1993, and very well received by press and public. Production started in 1996 and, with its coupé ‘sister’, the Cayman, the Boxster would achieve the desired commercial result for Porsche, with both vehicles appealing to drivers who wanted to combine luxury motoring with excellent stability and dynamic performance.
In summary:
· A fine example of Porsche’s popular and successful first-generation Boxster sportscar.
· Offered with removable body-coloured hard-top.
· Comes with the highly desirable five-speed manual gearbox.
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £4,038
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - S228 FYG
Chassis No. - WP0ZZZ98ZWU600079
M.O.T. - December 2024
Odometer - 114,000
Resplendent in Arena red, this early example of Porsche’s first-generation Boxster is offered with a highly desirable body-coloured removable hard-top and rear-wing. The deep red paintwork looks superb over the Savannah Beige leather-trimmed interior and grey alloy wheels. Coming with a high factory specification, ‘S228 FYG’ is also fitted with features such as heated seats and, also highly sought-after, a five-speed manual gearbox.
This is fitted to Porsche’s 2.5-litre six-cylinder petrol engine, which has completed a little over 114,000 miles according to the odometer. The current owner considers the powertrain – both engine and transmission – to be in ‘good’ condition, as are the electrics, bodywork, and cabin. Only the paintwork is described otherwise, rated as ‘average’ for a vehicle approaching 26 years old. Considerable care has clearly been paid to ‘S228 FYG’ during its lifetime, since there is a service history with more than 20 stamps in the book, and a large folder containing invoices of work carried out. As examples of Porsche’s renowned driver’s car go, this Boxster is in good condition, with the all-important manual transmission for greater driver involvement, and the benefit of improved security and comfort during colder months of the removable hard-top.
Porsche’s introduction of the Grant Larson-designed mid-engined two-seater Boxster cabriolet was the result of several years of striving to reverse the company’s fortunes following poor sales of the 928. The concept was presented at the North American International Auto Show in January 1993, and very well received by press and public. Production started in 1996 and, with its coupé ‘sister’, the Cayman, the Boxster would achieve the desired commercial result for Porsche, with both vehicles appealing to drivers who wanted to combine luxury motoring with excellent stability and dynamic performance.
In summary:
· A fine example of Porsche’s popular and successful first-generation Boxster sportscar.
· Offered with removable body-coloured hard-top.
· Comes with the highly desirable five-speed manual gearbox.
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle May 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 12th May, 2024
Our June auction of classic and performance cars
Viewing Days:
Saturday 11th May,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 12th May 9am - 12 noon
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