Vehicle Description

1998 Porsche Boxster 2.5L – JDM Import – 5-Speed Manual – RHD – 79K Miles – Removable Hardtop – Palatine, IL

Just arrived from Japan, this 1998 Porsche Boxster (986 chassis) is a rare JDM right-hand-drive (RHD) example with only 79,000 original miles and one owner. Combining Porsche’s mid-engine balance with Japanese-market exclusivity, this Boxster offers a unique opportunity for collectors and driving purists.

Powered by Porsche’s 2.5L naturally aspirated flat-six (M96 engine) paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, this 986 delivers approximately 201 horsepower with near 50/50 weight distribution thanks to its mid-engine layout. The result is precise steering, balanced cornering, and the raw mechanical feedback that made early Boxsters a benchmark for driver engagement.

What Makes This One Special

• JDM Import – Right-Hand Drive (RHD)
• 79K Original Miles – 1 Owner
• Removable Factory Hard Top (Convertible & Coupe Versatility)
• 2.5L Flat-Six – 5-Speed Manual
• Sport Package Configuration
• Two-Tone Leather Recaro Sport Seats
• Sport Seatbelts
• Wood-Leather Sport Steering Wheel
• Alloy Chrome Sport Wheels – Newer Tires
• Premium Audio System – CD Changer / AUX / USB
• Automatic Climate Control
• Stability Control, ABS, Traction Control
• Non-Smoker, Rust-Free, Well Maintained

The 986-generation Boxster is becoming increasingly collectible due to its analog driving feel, lighter curb weight (~2,800 lbs), and pure hydraulic steering — features that modern Porsche models no longer replicate in the same way.

Performance & Collector Appeal

The 1998 model year represents the early, clean design of the first-generation Boxster — free from excessive electronic intervention and known for its direct mechanical character. Enthusiasts value the 5-speed manual configuration, and RHD JDM examples are especially rare in the U.S. market.

This car blends German engineering with Japanese ownership preservation standards — often meaning cleaner undercarriages and meticulous maintenance history.

Why Buy From Car City Inc. – JDM & Specialty Vehicle Experts

Car City Inc. has been serving Palatine, Chicago, and nationwide buyers since 2010.

• 150–200 Vehicles in Stock
• 22+ JDM Imports Available
• 8 ASE-Certified In-House Mechanics
• Fully Inspected Vehicles
• Financing for All Credit Types
• Competitive Trade-In Offers
• Extended Warranties (Up to 4 Years / Unlimited Miles)
• Free Airport Pickup for Out-of-State Buyers
• Multilingual Staff

All imports are inspected through our in-house Car City Auto Service facility before delivery.

Available Now – Palatine, Illinois

Car City Inc.
2232 N Rand Rd
Palatine, IL 60074
(847) 496-4250
(224) 578-6606
CarCityChicago.com

Serving Chicago, Milwaukee, Rockford, Madison, and nationwide Porsche & JDM enthusiasts.

Clean, manual, RHD 986 Boxsters with removable hardtops are becoming harder to source. This is the kind of car that rewards ownership every time you drive it.

Why Buy From Car City Inc. – Palatine, IL

Car City Inc. has been a trusted family-owned used car dealership in Palatine, IL since 2010, proudly serving the greater Chicagoland area. If you are searching for used cars near Palatine, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, or anywhere in the northwest suburbs, we offer one of the largest selections in the area with 150–200 quality pre-owned vehicles in stock at all times, including sedans, SUVs, trucks, luxury vehicles, and specialty imports.

What truly separates us is our in-house Car City Auto Service facility, staffed by 6 experienced professional mechanics. We service local municipalities, franchise dealerships, commercial fleets, and retail customers. Our team specializes in complex repairs on BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Land Rover, Porsche, Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Jaguar, and all major domestic brands — which means every vehicle we sell is professionally inspected and prepared, not outsourced.

We price our vehicles using real-time market data so they sell — no inflated pricing, no games. We also work with a full network of trusted lenders offering financing for good credit, challenged credit, first-time buyers, and ITIN customers.

Visit Car City Inc. at 2232 N Rand Rd, Palatine, IL and experience a straightforward, professional buying process backed by real mechanical expertise and long-term community trust.