Porsche Boxster and Cayman: Books - History and Construction

Porsche Boxster and Cayman - The Complete Story

"Porsche Boxster and Cayman" follows the design and development of this mid-engined sports car and coupe family, from their origins in the company's concerted racing activities in the 1950s and 1960s, to the drawing board, launch and systematic evolution through successive model ranges from 1996 to 2016.

Features:
- Detailed profiles and evaluation of all Boxster and Cayman derivatives, including 986, 987, 981 and 718
- In-depth investigations into the construction, assembly and specification of the various models, including entry-level, S, GTS and GT-4
- Interview with Porsche design chief Harm Lagaaij
- Road trips across Europe with Boxster and Cayman, including the Bilster Berg race circuit, Tour Auto, and a back-to-back road test with a Harley-Davidson
- The special Limited Editions, such as the 550 Spyder 40th Anniversary model
- Tuned and competition versions, including an interview with Boxster racer Rebecca Jackson.

Porsche Boxster : The 986 Series 1996-2004

Whilst generating a huge amount of interest when shown as a concept car in 1993, buyers had to wait until 1996 for the production version of the Boxster. In true Porsche tradition, the model was subjected to a programme of continuous development and allowed to evolve, with increasingly sportier versions following year after year.

Told by a leading marque authority, this is the definitive story of Porsche's affordable roadster from prototype stage to 2004, the year which signalled the end of the original 986 series. The work is illustrated with factory-sourced images and details of the cars sold in all the major markets.

Porsche Boxster & Cayman : The 987 Series - 2005 to 2012

The 987-series built on the success of the original Boxster, and also spawned a new coupe version called the Cayman. In true Porsche tradition, the model was subjected to a programme of continuous development and allowed to evolve, with increasingly sportier versions following year after year.

Told by a leading marque authority, this is the definitive story of Porsche's affordable two-seater models from prototype stage to 2012, which signalled the end of the 987's run. The work is complete with factory-sourced images and details of the cars sold in all major markets.

Features:
- Stunning contemporary photography, virtually all in colour.
- Year-by-year coverage of all the production models.
- World markets reviewed to give a true picture of the cars available.
- Full co-operation from the factory.
- Serves as an invaluable guide as these cars become collectable.
- Detailed appendices.
- Colour and trim guides included.
- Comes with concise buyers' guide section.
- Written by a long-term Porsche owner and enthusiast.

Porsche Boxster (1996-2004)

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Porsche Boxster models from the years 1996-2004. Describes the Porsche Boxster 2.5, 2.7 and 3.2 litre S plus the RUF 3400S.

• The articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
• Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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Porsche 986 Boxster - Boxster, Boxster S, Boxster S 550 Spyder (model years 1997-2005)

Stop! Don't buy a Porsche 986 Boxster series without buying this book first! Packed with good advice from running costs, paperwork, vital statistics, valuation and the Porsche community, right through to whether your Porsche will fit in your garage and indeed, with your lifestyle.
This is the complete guide to choosing, assessing and buying the Porsche 986 Boxster of your dreams.

Covers the Porsche 986 Boxster, Boxster S and Boxster S 550 Spyder. Model years 1997 to 2005.

Porsche 987 Boxster & Cayman - 1st Generation (Model Years 2005-2009)

Stop! Don't buy a Porsche 987 Boxster or Cayman series without buying this book first! Packed with good advice from running costs, paperwork, vital statistics, valuation and the Porsche community, right through to whether your Porsche will fit in your garage and indeed, with your lifestyle.
This is the complete guide to choosing, assessing and buying the Porsche 987 Boxster or Cayman of your dreams.

Covers following models (model years 2005-2009):
- Boxter, Boxster S, Boxster Spyder
- Cayman, Cayman S

Features
- Like having a real marque expert at your side - benefit from years of real ownership experience
- Full coverage of all 987 Boxster and Cayman models
- Where and how to buy a 987 Boxster or Cayman
- Advice on choosing the right model and condition
- Key checks - how to spot a bad car quickly
- Comprehensive inspection guide with unique points system
- In-depth analysis of strengths and weaknesses
- Discussion of desirable upgrades as well as modifications to avoid
- Market and value data
- Details of club back-up and support organisations.

Porsche 987 Boxster & Cayman - 2nd generation (model years 2009-2012)

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from Adrian Streather's years of Porsche experience, learn how to spot a bad car quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

Porsche Boxster & Cayman

Dans l'histoire de Porsche, le roadster Boxster occupe une place à part. Né en 1996 et issu d'une étude de véhicule présentée au Salon de Detroit en 1993, le Boxster va marquer un tournant décisif et permettre à Porsche d'assurer son avenir. Sa recette : une plateforme partagée avec la 911 et les gènes d'une vraie Porsche.
À commencer par son style qui s'inspire nettement des premiers spyders de course, le 550 et le 718, et son architecture à moteur central, gage de comportement très sportif.

Cet ouvrage vous entraîne dans les méandres de la politique de diversification entamée à la fin des années 1960 et qui a conduit à la naissance d'une génération de modèles à moteur avant au cours des années 1970 puis à l'arrivée du Boxster.
En l'espace de vingt-cinq ans, ce roadster est devenu un classique de Porsche. Depuis 2005, il est épaulé par le coupé sportif Cayman. Au fils des années, les différentes versions et générations de Boxster et Cayman recensées dans ce livre ont séduit plus de 360 000 passionnés.

Porsche Boxster (Typ 986): Alle Modelle (1996-2004)

Wie gewohnt präsentiert sich auch dieser Band unserer Erfolgsreihe als kompakter Ratgeber und unverzichtbares Hilfsmittel bei der Beurteilung des Zustandes eines zum Verkauf stehenden Porsche Boxster der Baureihe 986. Porsche- und Oldtimerexperte Tobias Zoporowski hat die wichtigsten und hilfreichsten Insiderinformationen zusammengestellt und erklärt, worauf man beim Kauf achten muss, um nicht später eine böse überraschung zu erleben.

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