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Porsche Boxster (987)

2004–2012

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  • Lowest price

    US$9,200

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$25,875

    Since 2020 · n=68

  • Highest price

    US$79,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    68

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 68 lots

Porsche Boxster

Based on 68 verified auction results

HOLDStablehigh confidence

US$25,000

Market value · recent verified sales

+3.6%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Prices have been flat (+3.6%). No strong directional signal.

MSRP

Collectibility

5/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$25,000

+0%

5-Year Forecast

US$25,000

+0%

Market scores

69

Desirability

Good

75

Liquidity

Good

60

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 2007

    US$6,997-27%

    34 with · 31 without · high confidence

  • Sport Chrono

    +US$3,938+15%

    7 with · 87 without · med confidence

  • Manual gearbox

    +US$3,573+14%

    53 with · 8 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Prices are adjusted to the model's median mileage before comparing. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Porsche Boxster 987 sits at a median of $25,000 in the US market, with a modest 3.6% gain over the past twelve months signaling stable ground after a long consolidation period. Recent transaction activity shows consistent momentum tracking the broader upward trend, though the pace remains measured rather than aggressive.

This generation commands genuine collectibility credentials as a stable modern classic, supported by strong desirability and good liquidity in the secondary market. The 37 sales recorded over the past year, drawn from a total tracked sample of 68 transactions, provide sufficient visibility into pricing patterns without suggesting undersupply constraints.

Typical examples transacting today carry around 51,000 miles, reflecting the model's age and realistic ownership patterns for a driver-focused roadster rather than a garage queen. Condition and service history remain primary differentiators at this price tier, with well-maintained examples commanding premiums over neglected counterparts.

The three- and five-year outlook holds the median flat at $25,000, suggesting the market has found an equilibrium price that balances collector interest against depreciation headwinds inherent to the middle-aged sports car category. This stability reflects limited catalysts for material appreciation, though the model's mid-range positioning and accessible entry point should sustain present valuations without significant downside risk.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$25,000
  • Annual appr. rate+3.6%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked96
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared96 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,030
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

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Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings1
  • Sales Last 12 Months68
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings1
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$28,359
  • Avg Mileage at Sale51,014 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$9,200 – US$79,000
  • Total Sales Tracked68

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$22,317

    Bring a Trailer · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$14,800

    cars-and-bids · 14 Aug 2026

  • US$35,500

    Bring a Trailer · 13 Aug 2026

  • US$36,550

    Bring a Trailer · 13 Aug 2026

  • US$19,000

    cars-and-bids · 12 Aug 2026

  • US$16,800

    cars-and-bids · 12 Aug 2026

  • US$37,250

    Bring a Trailer · 11 Aug 2026

  • US$13,210

    cars-and-bids · 10 Aug 2026

  • US$48,500

    Bring a Trailer · 10 Aug 2026

  • US$23,500

    Bring a Trailer · 9 Aug 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.