Porsche Boxster (986)
Convertible · 1996–2004
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2 badges6 recorded versions
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AT A GLANCE
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| Version | Built | Engine | Engine oil | Oil approval | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boxster Convertible · 2.5 litre · 150 kW | Sep 1996 – Aug 1999 | M 96.20 | 8.3 L | Porsche A40 | A86 or G86 |
| Boxster Convertible · 2.7 litre · 162 kW | Aug 1999 – Jul 2002 | M 96.22 | 8.8 L | — | A86 or G86 |
| Boxster Convertible · 2.7 litre · 168 kW | Jul 2002 – Dec 2004 | M 96.23 | 8.8 L | — | A86 or G86 |
| Boxster S 3.2 Convertible · 3.2 litre · 185 kW | Aug 1999 – Jul 2002 | M 96.21 | 8.8 L | — | A86 or G86 |
| Boxster S 3.2 Convertible · 3.2 litre · 191 kW | Jul 2002 – Dec 2004 | M 96.24 | 8.8 L | — | A86 or G86 |
| Boxster S 3.2 Convertible · 3.2 litre · 196 kW | Jan 2004 – Dec 2004 | M 96.24 | 8.8 L | — | A86 or G86 |
Engine codes, engine oil capacities and approvals, and gearboxes are as listed for each version. Where two gearboxes are listed, that version was built with either; open a version for its full guide.
GENERATION DETAILS
Which vehicles are included?
| Catalogue model | Build period | Vehicle versions |
|---|---|---|
| BOXSTER (986) | Sep 1996 – Dec 2004 | 6 |
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