Porsche Boxster Spyder (981)
2015–2016
Lowest price
US$90,500
Since 2020
Median price
US$111,250
Since 2020 · n=8
Highest price
US$127,000
Since 2020
Sold cars
8
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 8 lots

Based on 8 verified auction results
US$116,500
Market value · recent verified sales
-3.9%
12-month change
Buy
Conditions favour buyers. Negotiate on spec and condition.
Price has settled around current levels after a decline (12-mo change -3.9%). Often a buy window before recovery.
MSRP
—
Collectibility
6/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
US$127,603
+10%
5-Year Forecast
US$131,398
+13%
Market scores
50
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Moderate
40
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The Porsche Boxster Spyder 981 has settled at a median of $116,500, down 3.9 percent over the past twelve months, but market signals suggest the model has bottomed out. The sharp recent decline has created a favorable entry point for collectors after a period of downward pressure.
Transaction flow remains sparse, with only six sales tracked in the past year from a cumulative sample of eight, reflecting the thin liquidity typical of low-volume specialist models. The thinness of the market means individual sales can swing pricing, but also suggests patient buyers may find negotiating room.
The 981 Spyder carries a collectibility score of 6, classifying it as appreciating classic territory with moderate desirability among enthusiasts. This generation's appeal centers on its naturally aspirated flat-six engine and manual transmission options, attributes that have historically retained favor in the sports car market despite rising competition from newer architectures.
Transacted examples average just over 16,500 miles, indicating these cars are being preserved rather than driven hard, which aligns with their positioning as weekend performers and collector pieces.
The base projection calls for appreciation to $127,603 within three years, representing 9.5 percent growth, with longer-term movement toward $131,400 by year five. This trajectory assumes stabilization of current collector interest and modest but consistent demand recovery as the market moves past recent weakness. The confidence level is medium, reflecting the thin sales pool and inherent volatility in niche segments.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$116,500
- Annual appr. rate-3.9%/yr
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked12
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared12 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$940
- MaintenanceUS$3,220
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$7,380
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months8
- Sell-Through100%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$108,748
- Avg Mileage at Sale16,571 mi
- Recent Price RangeUS$90,500 – US$127,000
- Total Sales Tracked8
Recent sales
Showing latest 8US$90,500
Bring a Trailer · 5 Aug 2026
25,000 mi
Black · 6-speed manual
US$106,500
Bring a Trailer · 29 Jul 2026
25,000 mi
White · 6-Speed
US$98,505
Bring a Trailer · 30 Jun 2026
Guards Red · manual
US$121,981
Bring a Trailer · 21 May 2026
7,000 mi
GT Silver Metallic · 6-speed manual
US$116,000
cars-and-bids · 19 May 2026
20,000 mi
Manual
US$117,000
Bring a Trailer · 27 Apr 2026
16,000 mi
Arctic Silver Metallic
US$127,000
Bring a Trailer · 22 Apr 2026
6,000 mi
Gentian Blue Metallic · 6-speed manual
US$92,500
cars-and-bids · 17 Mar 2026
17,000 mi
6-speed manual
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.