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Take a
powerful and smooth six-cylinder engine,
attach it to a sophisticated sporting
chassis, enclose them in a stunning body
derived from a concept car, top it off
with a Porsche crest, and price it for
less than a kidney and a gold Patek
Philippe.
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Not only does
this recipe guarantee success, but it also makes
for a 10Best trophy for both years of the Boxster's
production.
 In
addition to these essential building blocks, the
engineers at Porsche have added such convincing
touches as an intoxicating engine note, a rapid
power-operated top, front and rear trunks, and
Formula 1-style one-piece brake calipers. The
result is a sports car that delivers the speed and
driver satisfaction that make for a
blow-out-the-cobwebs weekend toy as well as
sufficient utility to make it a good daily
commuter. As a do-it-all sports car for the end of
the century, the Boxster formula has immense
appeal.
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Vehicle
Type:
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mid-engine,
rear-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 2-door
roadster
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Base
Price:
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$42,111
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Engine
Type:
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DOHC
24-valve 2.5-liter flat-6
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Power(SAE
net):
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201
bhp @ 6000 rpm
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Transmission:
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5-speed
manual, 5-speed auto
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Wheelbase:
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95.2
in
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Length:
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171.0
in
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Curb
Weight:
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2850-2950
lb
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EPA
fuel economy, city driving:
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17-19
mpg
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