2008 Porsche Boxster (987.1) RS60 Sypder

Highlights

• 1 of just 1960 built

• Under 57,000 miles

• Main dealer / specialist history

• Lesser-seen black leather interior option

• Quicksilver exhaust

• Recent maintenance

• A true collectors item

Overview

The Porsche Boxster S is a fantastic car, of any generation and at (almost) any price point, but one thing the standard Boxster doesn’t have on its side is rarity; look around you in any seaside town on a hot day or in a well-to-do area, and you’re almost guaranteed to spot a Boxster (or its stablemate, the Cayman) in no time at all.

So what is a Porsche enthusiast to do if they, like many others, love the mid-engined, roof-down Boxster platform, but like a few extra points when playing pub Top Trumps? Step forward the RS60 Spyder.

Produced by Porsche to celebrate the Sebring-winning 1960 Porsche 718 RS60 Spyder, the 987.1 Boxster of the same name is limited to just 1,960 units all finished in iconic GT Silver Metallic, and features a slight bump in power to 303bhp, along with model-specific features such as a wider track, 19” wheels, redesigned front spoiler, red rear lights, a black windscreen surround, and several Porsche options as standard equipment including a switchable sports exhaust, PSM and PASM.

This particular RS60 is chassis 0976 and notably features the optional black leather interior, which is arguably less controversial than the standard RS60 red interior, and also boasts upgraded audio, heated seats, park assist, auto air conditioning, LED fog lamps and a Porsche vehicle tracker system. If you want rarity and a great driving experience, then look no further.

History and documentation

• Registered 10 Jun 2008

• Stamped service book with services as follows: Jun 2010 @ 12,957 miles, Oct 2011 @ 20,006 miles, Jan 2014 @ 30,291 miles, Jan 2016 @ 41,678 miles, Feb 2018 @ 48,338 miles, Sep 2020 @ 49,848 miles, Oct 2022 @ 51,813 miles, Oct 2024 @ 55,132 miles

• In addition to the above, there is an invoice for a minor service in October 2023 which has not been stamped

• Full document pack

• Collection of invoices

• Two keys

• Current MOT with no advisories expires 19 Oct 2026

• V5 present in owner’s name

• New rear main seal, clutch and dual-mass flywheel fitted in 2022 @ 50,995 miles

• Upgraded audio system fitted in 2023, with the original components included in the sale

• New Pirelli P-Zero tyres fitted all-round in October 2024

• The O/S crossover pipe, air conditioning condensers, receiver/dryers and seals were replaced in March 2025

• HPI clear with a marker for plate transfer

• London ULEZ compliant

Interior

• Optional extended black leather interior

• Upgraded Audison audio system

• Heated sports seats

• Silver centre console

• Stainless door sill guards

• Build plaque on the glovebox door

• Automatic air conditioning / climate control

• Interior in excellent overall condition

• Some light abrasions are visible on the door sill guards

• Both seats look to be in great shape, showing some light patination in keeping with the vehicle’s age

• Elsewhere, we can see some very light usage marks to the high-traffic areas such as the steering wheel, shifter and headlight switch

• Up front, the frunk is clean and tidy

• We note some bubbling around the frunk latch

• A charger lead has been fitted

• The rear luggage compartment presents in great condition

• No reported faults or electrical issues

Exterior

• Iconic GT Silver Metallic paintwork in outstanding condition

• Black windscreen surround

• Silver roll hoops

• Red rear lights

• 19” Sport Design wheels

• Switchable sports exhaust (PSE)

• The lower sills and rear of the arches show some minor gravel rash / stone chips

• The hearside headlight is slightly UV hazed

• There are some small stone chips visible on the front end and lower splitter, though these are largely hidden thanks to the silver paintwork

• The rear arch PPF ‘triangles’ are starting to discolour with age

• All four Sport Design wheels present well, though there is some kerb damage to the nearside front wheel

• Up above, the optional black roof is in good condition with no wear or damage noted

• Overall, a very well-kept example of the limited edition Boxster

Mechanical

• 3.4-litre naturally aspirated flat-six engine, producing 303bhp in the RS60 Spyder

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Rear wheel drive

• From the factory, the RS60 had a 10mm wider stance, thanks to being fitted with wheel spacers by Porsche

• Upgraded Quicksilver titanium exhaust

• The seller notes a gearbox oil change was carried out recently

• Reported to be in excellent mechanical health, having been maintained by a Bristol-based Porsche specialist throughout the current ownership period

Summary

Limited-run, heritage-inspired and finished in arguably the best silver from Porsche’s catalogue of historic colours, the RS60 Spyder has a lot going for it, and this example only adds to this thanks to a range of tasteful upgrades, and the far more conventional-looking black interior/hood option box having been ticked at the factory.

Specialist maintained in recent years (following OPC maintenance from new) and evidently cherished throughout its lifetime, this rare variant of the hallowed Boxster platform is sure to put a smile on the face of any Porsche enthusiast, whether you’re a driver that will enjoy the extra power and noise from the RS60, or a collector that enjoys the added rarity and provenance of this limited edition example.

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