The original prototype of the 986 Porsche Boxster was shown in 1993 at the Detroit Auto Show. It was an AWESOME SIGHT. Orders immediately came in to purchase the product before it even was a reality to acquire the car. Released in Europe in late 1996, and for the first time in the U.S. at the L.A. Auto Show on January 4th, 1997 it continues to captivate the imagination and more importantly the heart's of it's loyal fans.