Boxster • Boxster • Roadster • RWD

Porsche 986 Boxster

Porsche 986 Boxster is tracked by Velora for its MSRP history, current market value, rarity, demand, specification sensitivity, and enthusiast relevance.

Base MSRP ⓘ

$39,980

Velora market profile. Base MSRP before options, destination, taxes, and market adjustments.

Current market average

$15,375

Based on 2 public sold comps.

Delta vs base MSRP

-$24,605 (-61.5%)

Based on public sold comps.

Rarity

Common

Demand

Normal Demand

Velora Score

Market trend

Based on 2 public sold comps.

Base MSRP

$40K

Recent sale

No Reserve: 2003 Porsche Boxster

Sold

$15,500

Date: 2026-05-16Source: Bring a TrailerMileage: Not listed in source summaryTransmission: Not listed in source summaryExterior: Not listed in source summaryInterior: Not listed

Delta vs base MSRP: -$24,480 (-61.2%)Base MSRP comparison; optioned sticker unavailable.

Public Bring a Trailer auction result used as a recent sale reference.

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43k-Mile 2003 Porsche Boxster 5-Speed

Sold

$15,250

Date: 2026-03-20Source: Bring a TrailerMileage: 43k milesTransmission: 5-speed manualExterior: Not listed in source summaryInterior: Not listed

Delta vs base MSRP: -$24,730 (-61.9%)Base MSRP comparison; optioned sticker unavailable.

Public Bring a Trailer auction result used as a recent sale reference.

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Model identity

Model family

Boxster

Sub-model

Boxster

Generation

986

Chassis code

986

Model years

1997–2004

Body style

Roadster

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

Manual / Tiptronic

Engine layout

Flat-six

Aspiration

Naturally aspirated

Special package

None listed

Platform notes

986 Boxster market profile with flat-six power and RWD enthusiast positioning.

Market data sources

Last reviewed: 2026-06-15

Market comp source: Bring a Trailer

Market Comp • medium

Derived from two public Bring a Trailer sold results for 986 Boxster examples.

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Recent sale source: Bring a Trailer

Recent Public Sale • medium

Public Bring a Trailer auction result used as a recent sale reference.

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Recent sale source: Bring a Trailer

Recent Public Sale • medium

Public Bring a Trailer auction result used as a recent sale reference.

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Buyer notes

Desirable options

Documented service history
Desirable factory color
Sport-oriented interior specification
Original books, tools, and window sticker

Buyer notes

Condition, mileage, color, and option specification can create wide value spreads.
Originality and complete documentation remain central to market context.
Compare recent sale references against configuration, mileage, and ownership history.

Known issues

Review service history, inspection records, and known platform-specific maintenance items.
Inspect paintwork, underbody condition, wheels, brakes, tires, and interior wear.
Confirm accident history, option list, and drivetrain behavior before assigning value.

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