2013 PORSCHE BOXSTER S oil

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Independence |
Design
completely new interpretation of the
roadster concept – with a clear focus on
looking forward.
In summary, the
Boxster draws inspiration
from a long history and, yet, it also incor -
porates the sum of our ideas of how the
future should be. In doing so, it reflects a
The diffuser with stainless-steel tailpipe
(dual-tube on the
Boxster S) integrated
into the centre adds the finishing touch
to the powerfully designed rear end.
in the middle underneath the rear wing.
Clearly, this lighting concept has no prec
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edent, rather it is the result of Porsche’s
modern use of form.
narrow direction indicators appear to
extend the rear wing further. Each

taillight sweeps around the central brake
light and accentuates the contours of the
entire unit. For striking effect, the revers -
ing light and rear fog light are arranged
The rear wing is not only a visual treat,

it deploys automatically to reduce lift.
Aerodynamics and aesthetics are com -
bined to superb effect. Retracted, the
spoiler separation edge makes a seamless
transition to the LED taillights. The
At the top, it leads into a precise longitudi
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nal edge and, at the bot tom, it is under -
lined by the sculpted door sill. The
exterior mirrors are mounted directly on
the doors for impressive aerodynamics
and low wind noise.
The exclusive door st yling reflects more
recent
Porsche design developments.
In t ypical Porsche fashion, it has a
clear function. The dynamic contouring
improves airflow to the side air intakes.

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Fo r w ar d t h r u s t |
Engine
To reduce power losses and increase
ef ficiency, an electronically controlled oil
pump supplies the lubricating points
inside the engine as and when required.
This results in optimum supply of oil,
lower fuel consumption and reduced
em issio ns.
The oil tank is located in the engine,
thereby eliminating the need for an exter
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nal oil tank which saves both space
and weight.Integrated dry-sump lubrication.
Integrated dr y-sump lubrication ensures
a reliable supply of oil even when a sport y
driving st yle is adopted and the vehicle is
experiencing powerful lateral acceleration.
It also has additional cooling functions.
This results in instant acceleration and
extremely smooth running.
In short, VarioCam Plus provides
extraordinary power with comparatively
low fuel consumption.
The system first dif ferentiates bet ween
driver inputs that typify normal, everyday
driving and those inputs that demand
maximum performance. The electronic
engine management system then

imperceptibly adapts valve operation
to the prevailing conditions. VarioCam Plus.
VarioCam Plus is a two-in-one engine
concept for adjusting the intake
camshafts and switching the lift of
the intake valves.

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PCCB enables shorter braking distances
in even the toughest road and race
conditions. Excellent fade resistance
ensures greater balance when slowing
from racetrack speeds.
1 Standard brake on the Boxster
2 Standard brake on the Boxster S
3 Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)
road. The optional Porsche Ceramic
Composite Brake (PCCB) is a fine exam-
ple. This brake system has already had
to cope with the harshest requirements
of motor racing and is fit ted in cars
that compete in demanding events such
as the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup.
The cross- drilled PCCB ceramic brake

discs for the Boxster have a diameter of
350 mm front and rear for even more
formidable braking performance.
The use of six-piston aluminium mono -
bloc fixed brake calipers on the front axle
and four-piston units at the rear – all
finished in yellow – ensures extremely
high brake forces which, crucially, are
exceptionally consistent.
The dynamics of the Boxster and
Boxster S also demand appropriate brake
discs. All Boxster brake discs are intern -
ally vented and cross-drilled for improved
braking in wet conditions. With a diame -
ter of 330 mm, the front brake discs of
the Boxster S are 15 mm larger than
those of the Boxster. The diameter of
the rear brake discs is 299 mm on both
models. The brake calipers on the
Boxster and Boxster S are black and red,
respectively.

Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
(PCCB).
From the start, Porsche has been syn -
onymous with motorsport. Ever since
1948, when we found our identit y on the
racetrack, we have taken the experience
we have gained and applied it to the

Brakes.
Porsche brakes set standards worldwide
for stopping power and stability. For the
Boxster models, braking per formance is
as essential as driving performance.
Both models are equipped with four-
piston aluminium monobloc fixed calipers
at the front and rear. This design means
that, not only are the brakes extremely
resistant to deformation, they are light -
weight for a particularly fast and sensitive
braking response.
Large brake calipers help to provide
excellent braking and component stability
even during continuous use. These t wo
characteristics have also been optimised
by the brake ventilation system with air
spoiler at the front and rear axles.

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Free space |
Interior and comfort
1–3 Loading options with luggage items from the
Driver’s Selection by Porsche Design (items of
luggage from the PTS AluFrame and PTS Sof t
Top series)
4 Door storage compartments
5 Uncovered centre console storage compartment
6 CupholderThe separate Driver’s Selection by
Porsche Design catalogue offers a range
of matching luggage accessories.
respectively, regardless of whether the
hood is up or down. The interior surfaces
are carpet-lined and the lids are made
from aluminium. The two service open
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ings in the rear luggage compartment
provide convenient access to the coolant
and engine oil filler caps.Two luggage compartments.
The t wo luggage compartments are fur -
ther proof that the Boxster harmoniously
combines the spirit of sport with every -
day practicalit y like you’ve never seen it
before. The front and rear compartments
have a capacit y of 150 and 130 litres,
compartment makes way for an ashtray
with a lid. Other storage features include
t wo compartments in each door, a net

in the passenger foot well, clothes hooks
on the seat backrests and t wo practical
cupholders above the glove compart -
ment.
Storage compartments.
Ingenious storage solutions create plent y
of space: the lockable glove compart -
ment, the compartment with a power
socket under the armrest in the rear cen -
tre console and the uncovered compart -
ment to the front of it. In conjunction with
the smoking package, the uncovered
You have to create free space for yourself.
But sometimes it comes as part of the package.