2005
2005 Porsche Boxster (987)
With a redesigned face featuring a new headlamp design, wide intakes, and a more soothing profile, Porsche's 987 Boxster settled controversies stirred by the 986 generation. It was also the first roadster to come with head airbags for improved protection during an accident.
Porsche’s entry-level sports car, the Boxster convertible, received a generation upgrade and a redesign for the 2005 model year, ushering in the 987 generation. The redesign introduced crucial changes, like sharper styling, a new interior, and an upgraded 2.7-liter boxer-six engine making 240 horsepower. The new Boxster aimed to balance daily drivability with weekend thrills, offering an accessible entry point into Porsche ownership.
The Shop That Prides Itself On Keeping The Porsche Carrera GT On The Road
Find out why this Connecticut-based Porsche-specialist is considered the by-word for anything to with the Carrera GT
The Porsche Carrera GT is a unicorn in the automotive world. With a mere 1,270 ever produced, it’s a true collector’s dream. Even after 2 decades, the Carrera GT continues to strike a chord in the hearts of automobile enthusiasts everywhere. The Carrera GT wasn’t just another supercar; it was built to shatter expectations. Its sleek design housed a phenomenal 5.7-liter V10 engine, practically unchanged from the Le Mans 2000 race car, tuned down for street use. This translates to blistering acceleration, the Carrera reached 0-60 MPH in a mere 3.5 seconds. With a top speed exceeding 205 MPH, the Carrera GT was a force to be reckoned with.
An Undervalued Supercar That's A Future Classic In The Making
Despite being a halo car for McLaren and Mercedes, find out why the SLR remains one of the most underappreciated supercars of its era
Imagine Mercedes-Benz’s precision engineering infused with McLaren’s Formula 1 pedigree. That’s precisely what the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren represents. This iconic Mercedes unveiled on 17th November 2003, embodies a supercar in a grand tourer-like body. With only 2,157 examples ever produced, the SLR McLaren is a rare gem. Its design is utterly unique, boasting a dramatically long hood, butterfly doors, and side-exit exhausts that pay homage to Mercedes’s racing heritage and the original SLR from the 1950s.
2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Porsche's 997 Carrera Cabriolet arrived in 2005, settling controversies with its heritage-inspired circular headlamps, a more powerful engine, chassis improvements, and a new cabin with tech upgrades.
The 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet was based on the 997 generation, succeeding the 996 (1999-2004) and running until 2013. This four-seat convertible packed a 3.6-liter flat-six engine producing 325 horsepower, paired with a six-speed manual or optional five-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission. As the entry-level convertible in the 911 lineup, it offered an attractive blend of performance and open-top driving pleasure.