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Porsche - Boxster 986 [96-04] (2000)
The Porsche Boxster 986 [96-04] is a midsize sports car that blends exhilarating performance with unmistakable style. Whether you’re curious about the Porsche Boxster 986 [96-04] price for a car in pristine condition, or you’re specifically looking into a Porsche Boxster 986 [96-04] 2000 price, this overview provides the essential details and market context you need.
For those who prefer a used option, the used Porsche Boxster 986 [96-04] price can vary significantly across regions and mileage ranges. Understanding depreciation curves can help explain why a vehicle from the early 2000s might have a different value than one from the mid‑1990s.
Key Specifications
- Engine: 1.8‑liter flat‑four, producing about 197 horsepower.
- Transmission: 6‑speed manual (full‑time or torque‑convertible manual) or optional 6‑speed automatic.
- Layout: Mid‑engine, rear‑wheel drive; a hallmark of Porsche’s balanced dynamics.
- Fuel Type: High‑octane gasoline (typically 95 octane or higher).
- Dimensions:
- Length: 4,481 mm (176.3 in)
- Width: 1,918 mm (75.5 in)
- Height: 1,159 mm (45.6 in)
- Curb Weight: 1,332 kg (2,937 lb) (varies by model year and options)
- Suspension: Independent front MacPherson strut, rear multi‑link; adaptive damping optional on select variants.
- Braking: PDK brakes (6-piston front, 4-piston rear) with optional Brembo system for higher performance.
- Interior: Leather seats, dual-zone climate control, and Porsche Preferred layout in later production runs.
Depreciation Insight
The Porsche Boxster 986 [96-04] depreciation curve is fairly typical for sports cars that sit at the crossroads of classic and contemporary design. Generally, a new Boxster loses about 15‑20 % of its value in the first year, then the rate slows to around 8‑12 % per year during the subsequent three years. By the fifth year, the car might retain roughly 35‑40 % of its original certified value, depending on mileage and maintenance.
Specific scenarios illustrate this trend:
- New 1996 Boxster 986: Starts near the manufacturer's suggested retail price, dropping to about 75 % within the first two years.
- Used 2000 Boxster 986: Usually offers a lower entry point, but drivers can expect to see a 10‑12 % drop in the first year because the car is nearly a decade old by that point.
- Well‑maintained 2003 Boxster 986: Might hold 45‑55 % of its original price at five years, thanks to meticulous service records and low mileage.
Owners looking for accurate estimation of their vehicle’s worth should consider what is a 2000 Porsche Boxster 986 [96-04] worth. Market data suggest that, on average, such a car retains about 35‑38 % of its original price after five years
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| 2 years ago | used | £11,995.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 2 years ago | used | £9,995.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 3 years ago | used | £19,995.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 3 years ago | used | £9,995.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 4 years ago | used | £19,995.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 4 years ago | used | £9,995.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 4 years ago | used | £11,495.00 | Unlock all links | |
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| 4 years ago | used | £9,490.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 4 years ago | used | £4,990.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 4 years ago | used | £3,250.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 4 years ago | used | £19,995.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 4 years ago | used | £7,990.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 4 years ago | used | £8,500.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 4 years ago | used | £5,495.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 4 years ago | used | £11,495.00 | Unlock all links | |
| 4 years ago | used | £9,990.00 | Unlock all links | |
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| 4 years ago | used | £5,495.00 | Unlock all links |