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Porsche Boxster (987)

2004–2012

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  • Lowest price

    US$9,200

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$26,000

    Since 2020 · n=69

  • Highest price

    US$79,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    69

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 69 lots

Porsche Boxster

Based on 69 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$7,420-29%

    34 with · 32 without · high confidence

  • Manual gearbox

    +US$3,683+14%

    54 with · 8 without · high confidence

  • Sport Chrono

    +US$3,642+14%

    7 with · 88 without · med 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 is trading at a median of $25,000 in the US market, with a modest 3.6% year-over-year gain suggesting modest appreciation momentum from a low base. The signal remains neutral—valued as a stable modern classic rather than an emerging growth story.

Recent transaction data from 37 sales over the past twelve months confirms consistent demand without sharp directional swings. Good liquidity backed by nearly 70 total tracked sales indicates reliable market depth for both buyers and sellers, though the single active listing suggests near-term supply tightness at the median price point.

The 987 generation carries genuine collectibility credentials, rated as collectible with high desirability among enthusiasts. Typical examples transact with average mileage around 50,456 miles, placing them in the moderate-use range for a model now fifteen to twenty years old. These roadsters remain reliable performers with accessible maintenance, which supports their standing as entry-level modern classics.

The three- and five-year outlook projects flat pricing at the $25,000 baseline, reflecting a market in equilibrium. No significant appreciation is anticipated over the medium term, though downside risk appears limited given stable demand and the model's established collector following. The 987's position as an affordable, accessible Porsche—paired with its solid engineering and open-air appeal—supports this floor rather than presaging further decline.

Depreciation Benchmark

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

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked97
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared97 (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.

For sale now · 1 live

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Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings1
  • Sales Last 12 Months69
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings1
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$28,633
  • Avg Mileage at Sale50,456 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$9,200 – US$79,000
  • Total Sales Tracked69

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$47,250

    Bring a Trailer · 18 Aug 2026

  • US$22,317

    Bring a Trailer · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$14,800

    cars-and-bids · 14 Aug 2026

  • US$36,550

    Bring a Trailer · 13 Aug 2026

  • US$35,500

    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

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