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Used 2004 Porsche Boxster

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2004
Fuel Economy
19 - 21 combined mpg
Horsepower
225 - 258 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • 6-Cyl, 2.7 Liter
  • 6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter
Cargo Volume
9.1 cu ft
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2004 Porsche Boxster Overview

2004 Porsche Boxster Pricing

2004 Porsche Boxster pricing starts at $15,971 for the Boxster Cabriolet 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $45,485 when new. The range-topping 2004 Boxster S Cabriolet 2D starts at $16,602 today, originally priced from $54,485.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Cabriolet 2D
$45,485
$15,971
$54,485
$16,602

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2004 Porsche Boxster models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Boxster Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Porsche Boxster (1997-2004) a 4.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 95% recommend it. These figures are based on 244 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2004 Porsche Boxster

"Great value for a Porsche"

"I purchased this car 7 yrs ago as something to have some fun with for a summer. I never imagined I would keep it this long. It's a fair weather car for me and I love driving it. I had the clutch replaced at 50k miles (preventative) and complete the RMS update and some other recommended maintenance at that time. It has never left me stranded and I drive it like the good doctor intended. I am amazed at how much fun this car is to push to its limits. I've taken it to DE events and had a blast driving it for all it's worth. Everything has held up well and while it's a cheap Porsche, I didn;t pay that much to begin with so it's been a great deal for me."

"Once you drive one, you'll want one"

"I use my car to commute, 28,000 miles in two years and everyday with the top down on the way home it is like being on vacation. It is my first convertible and I don't think I will ever go without one again. This is my 3rd Porsche. All three have shared similarities, sharp, light steering, responsiveness in general and a solid build quality. This car is so good all around it really is hard to imagine trying to replace it with anything else, new or used, especially within the same price ranges. The Boxster has two trunks and will accomodate a lot of gear, full size ice chest in the front easy, and still room for more. While the rear trunk is not so deep, it is the width of the car. With the current maintenance intervals, 15K oil, 30K major, it isn't too hard on the wallet. The rear does use tires at 2x the rate of the front-price new tires at TireRack ($700 for OEM Michelins in the rear) If you really enjoy driving you won't be disappointed. The performance it can offer can't be fully utilized on a public road without risking big tickets, but it is enjoyable no matter whether you drive it easy or on the ragged edge. The harder you drive it the more it becomes apparent how well balanced and refined it is. Used prices can't be beat , less than $30K gets an amazing sports car that is less than 5 years old, half the original price, with under 30K miles. Have it checked out ahead of time, real repars are expensive-and ask to have the wheels checked-bent wheels are expensive to replace, a casualty of short side walls and California roads. Try one and you'll become a fan of Porsche, too."

"2003 Porsche Boxter S"

"This car has an amazing balance. runs and drives Perfectly even at 150,000 miles . Since 2003 all that has been done is basic maintenance. In 2020 I did a massive overhaul . I will list what was necessary and what was not but I did anyway. Necessary List at 150k miles 1 brakes and rotors 2 tires 5th set 3 tune up 4trans flush 5 water pump 6 belts 7 belts 8 new interior Unnecessary but did 1 I pulled the engine , transmission, IMS bearing, all new pistons,rings, lifters transmission , all seals and gaskets . The car was running perfectly but I decided after a trans service to do all this due to the fact the place that did the service on the trans flush and fill . They over filled the trans and it developed a leak . Not any fault of the car but the service garage who performed the job . It is back together and runs perfectly like a show room néw car. this is a long term reliable car"

Overall 2004 Porsche Boxster Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2004 Porsche Boxster is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2004 Porsche Boxster quality a 4.7 out of 5.

2004 Porsche Boxster Reliability

The 2004 Porsche Boxster receives an average consumer rating of 4.7 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2004 Boxster Features

According to drivers of the 2004 Boxster, here are some of its best features:

  • Great handling, ride and pretty well built.
  • Very reliable
  • Fun, quick, affordable sports car
  • Responsive acceleration, handling, appearance,
  • Reliable, fun, lots of trunk space.

2004 Porsche Boxster MPG by Trim

2004 Boxster Cabriolet 2D - city 18 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

2004 Boxster S Cabriolet 2D - city 16 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

2004 Boxster Safety

2004 Porsche Boxster Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
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2004 Porsche Boxster
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.7
Consumer Rating
Based on 244 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.7
Performance
4.9
Quality
4.7
Comfort
4.5
Reliability
4.7
Styling
4.8

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2004 Porsche Boxster Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
0-60
Top Speed
Curb Weight
Cabriolet 2D
$15,971
21 MPG
225 @ 6300 RPM
6-Cyl, 2.7 Liter
9.1 cu ft
192 lb-ft
6.4 seconds
157 mph
2811 lbs
S Cabriolet 2D
$16,602
19 MPG
258 @ 6200 RPM
6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter
9.1 cu ft
229 lb-ft
5.7 seconds
165 mph
2910 lbs
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2004 Porsche Boxster Depreciation

A 2004 Porsche Boxster has a current resale value of $13,577 and trade-in value of $11,786.

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2004 Porsche Boxster Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $436
$11,791
$10,355
2023
+ $1,212
$13,003
$11,181
2024
+ $265
$13,268
$11,330
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+ $309
$13,577
$11,786
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2004 Porsche Boxster Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
2811 lbs.
Fuel Capacity
16.9 gallons
Front Head Room
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room
41.6 inches
Max Seating Capacity
2
Minimum Ground Clearance
4.1 inches
Overall Length
170.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room
51.7 inches
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
9.1 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
35.8 feet
Wheel Base
95.1 inches
Width with mirrors
70.1 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Number of Doors
2 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
18 mpg
Highway
27 mpg
Combined
21 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission Type
Manual
5 speed
Available

Performance

Horsepower
225 @ 6300 RPM
Torque
192 @ 4700 rpm
Engine
6-Cyl, 2.7 Liter
0 to 60
6.4 seconds
Top Speed
157 mph

Warranty

Basic
4 years / 50000 miles
Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Corrosion
10 years / Unlimited miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • Premium Radio
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

2004 Porsche Boxster Safety

2004 Porsche Boxster Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors

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Price
$15,971
$14,349
$14,564
$14,506
KBB.com Rating
N/A
3.1
4.8
3.9
Consumer Rating
4.7
4.3
4.7
4.6
Fuel Economy
City 18/Hwy 27/Comb 21 MPG
City 34/Hwy 39/Comb 36 MPG
City 27/Hwy 34/Comb 30 MPG
City 23/Hwy 33/Comb 27 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity2224
Basic Warranty
4 years or 50000 miles
4 years or 50000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
4 years or 50000 miles
Horsepower
225 @ 6300 RPM
89 HP
155 @ 6000 RPM
189 @ 5000 RPM
Engine
6-Cyl, 2.7 Liter
3-Cyl, 1.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 2.0L
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD
RWD
FWD

2004 Porsche Boxster Rankings

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FAQs

Is 2004 a good year for a Porsche Boxster?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.7 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2004 Boxster is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Porsche Boxster 2004 a good Convertible?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.7 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2004 Boxster is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2004 Porsche Boxster?

The 2004 Porsche Boxster gets 18 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.

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