Porsche Boxster (987)
2004–2012
Lowest price
US$9,200
Since 2020
Median price
US$26,000
Since 2020 · n=57
Highest price
US$79,000
Since 2020
Sold cars
57
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 57 lots

Based on 57 verified auction results
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$8,796-34%29 with · 28 without · high confidence
Manual gearbox
+US$3,613+14%44 with · 7 without · med confidence
Sport Chrono
+US$3,005+12%6 with · 77 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 US$25,000 in the US market, with a modest 3.6 percent year-over-year gain signaling stable ground after a period of modest appreciation. The HOLD signal reflects equilibrium pricing rather than momentum in either direction.
Recent transaction data across 37 sales over the past twelve months shows consistent positioning within the broader stable-modern-classic category, with no sharp directional shifts despite the healthy sample size. This consistency suggests the market has settled on fair value after earlier volatility in the post-pandemic period.
The 987 Boxster sits at a collectibility score of five and carries high desirability, supported by the model's established reputation as an accessible entry point to the Porsche brand and its strong community following. Good liquidity—reflected in 57 total tracked sales—means buyers and sellers encounter reasonable transaction velocity without requiring steep discounts or extended holding periods.
The typical car changing hands carries around 50,600 miles, positioning most examples in the early-to-mid-use phase where mechanical systems remain relatively fresh and cosmetic aging is moderate. This mileage band reflects the model's appeal to enthusiasts who drive their cars rather than garage them as showpieces.
The three-year and five-year base projections hold the median flat at US$25,000, suggesting the 987 Boxster has found its equilibrium in the current market. Absent major shifts in parts availability, collector demand, or broader economic headwinds, the model appears positioned as a holding pattern rather than an appreciation play over the medium term.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$25,000
- Annual appr. rate+3.6%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked84
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared84 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$600
- MaintenanceUS$1,210
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$5,030
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months57
- Sell-Through100%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$28,508
- Avg Mileage at Sale50,631 mi
- Recent Price RangeUS$9,200 – US$79,000
- Total Sales Tracked57
Recent sales
Showing latest 20US$27,500
Bring a Trailer · 7 Aug 2026
Guards Red · manual
US$15,000
cars-and-bids · 7 Aug 2026
58,000 mi
6-Speed Manual
US$36,000
Bring a Trailer · 7 Aug 2026
GT Silver Metallic
US$15,500
cars-and-bids · 5 Aug 2026
63,800 mi
manual
US$24,005
Bring a Trailer · 5 Aug 2026
36,000 mi
Arctic Silver Metallic · 6-speed manual
US$26,000
cars-and-bids · 5 Aug 2026
59,000 mi
PDK
US$14,986
Bring a Trailer · 1 Aug 2026
61,000 mi
Speed Yellow · Manual
US$40,250
Bring a Trailer · 31 Jul 2026
Black
US$66,000
Bring a Trailer · 28 Jul 2026
37,000 mi
Dark Blue Metallic · manual
US$47,113
Bring a Trailer · 28 Jul 2026
21,000 mi
Orange · manual
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.