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Porsche
Boxster 986
Notes
The Porsche Boxster 986, produced from 1996 to 2004, was Porsche's first mid-engine roadster and played a key role in reviving the brand's fortunes in the late 1990s. It featured a 2.5-liter flat-six engine in its initial release, delivering 201 horsepower, paired with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission. The 986's lightweight design and balanced chassis provided exceptional handling and driving dynamics.
In 2000, updates included a power increase to 217 horsepower from a 2.7-liter engine, and the introduction of the Boxster S variant, which featured a 3.2-liter flat-six producing 250 horsepower. Additional improvements over the years included subtle styling updates, refined interior materials, and technological enhancements like better audio and climate control systems.
The Boxster 986 is widely appreciated for its purity of design and analog driving experience, making it a classic choice among Porsche enthusiasts.
Rank
horsepower
201
WEIGHT KG
1,340
Power to Weight
0.15
CURRENT VALUE
$20,000
OEM Specs
engine Description
2.5L NA flat-6 (M96.20)
drive Type
RWD
0-60 MPH
6.7 SECs
TOP SPEED KPH
240
PRICE (MSRP) USD
$40,745
gearbox
5-SPEED MANUAL
torque
245 N.M
Model Years
1997-2004
YEAR NOTES
1997: Launch of the Porsche Boxster with a 2.5-liter flat-six engine producing 201 horsepower.
2000: Engine displacement increased to 2.7 liters with 217 horsepower; Boxster S introduced with a 3.2-liter engine and 250 horsepower; minor styling updates.
2003: Facelift introduced with updated headlamps, bumpers, and glass rear window; power increased to 228 horsepower for the 2.7-liter and 258 horsepower for the 3.2-liter in the Boxster S.
2004: Final production year for the 986 with no major changes, as the 987 was introduced the following year.
Compare to
Lap Times
| Time | Track | Car | Mod | Driver | Tire | Lap Date | Date Added | vs Predict | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:59.8 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Medium | 31 May, 2017 | 18 Jan, 2026 | -19.16s | +4.19% | |||
| 1:21.5 | Summit Point Motorsports Park (Main) | Race | 19 Sep, 2022 | 15 Feb, 2026 | -1.64s | +2.03% | |||
| 1:01.5 | Lime Rock Park (CW) | Medium | 04 Nov, 2022 | 19 Jan, 2026 | -0.89s | +1.49% | |||
| 2:03.3 | Circuit Parcmotor Castellolí | Stock | 21 Sep, 2023 | 01 Sep, 2025 | -1.65s | +1.39% | |||
| 1:58.3 | Circuit Mont-Tremblant | Medium | 26 Jun, 2018 | 12 Jan, 2026 | -1.29s | +1.15% | |||
| 1:45.6 | GingerMan Raceway (Extended Course 10B CW) | Race | 28 Apr, 2025 | 15 May, 2025 | -0.69s | +0.68% | |||
| 1:19.5 | Mission Raceway Park (CCW) | Medium | 08 Aug, 2024 | 16 Mar, 2026 | -0.18s | +0.25% | |||
| 1:43.4 | Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (Pro Course) | Medium | 21 Sep, 2022 | 16 May, 2023 | -0.16s | +0.17% | |||
| 1:51.0 | Pueblo Motorsports Park | Medium | 21 Aug, 2017 | 14 Feb, 2026 | +0.01s | -0.01% | |||
| 1:56.2 | Sonoma Raceway (Long) | Medium | 01 Jul, 2025 | 04 Nov, 2025 | +0.11s | -0.10% | |||
| 1:09.7 | Pikes Peak International Raceway | Medium | 15 Apr, 2019 | 15 Feb, 2026 | +0.33s | -0.50% | |||
| 1:41.2 | Gotland Ring (North Circuit) | Medium | 06 Sep, 2013 | 13 Jan, 2026 | +0.88s | -0.92% | |||
| 50.0 | Llandow Circuit | Light | 18 Oct, 2015 | 14 Feb, 2026 | — | ||||
| 1:44.8 | Road Atlanta | Race | 11 Feb, 2025 | 15 May, 2025 | +1.24s | -1.25% | |||
| 1:56.2 | Albacete Circuit | Medium | 23 May, 2021 | 24 Jan, 2023 | +1.6s | -1.45% | |||
| 1:12.9 | Canaan Motor Club (CW) | Stock | 30 Apr, 2023 | 09 Jan, 2024 | +1.06s | -1.56% | |||
| 1:59.0 | Circuito de Cartagena | Medium | 14 Dec, 2021 | 24 Jan, 2023 | +2.4s | -2.13% | |||
| 2:41.4 | Circuit of the Americas - COTA | Race | 25 Jun, 2020 | 09 Feb, 2026 | +4.01s | -2.64% | |||
| 1:33.0 | Willow Springs Raceway (Streets - CCW) | Stock | 08 Jan, 2023 | 29 Nov, 2023 | +2.59s | -2.99% | |||
| 1:27.4 | Roebling Road Raceway (Road Course) | Medium | 04 Dec, 2017 | 17 Jan, 2026 | +2.55s | -3.10% | |||
| 2:06.4 | Auto Club Speedway (Road Course) | Light | 03 Jul, 2022 | 23 Jan, 2026 | +4.37s | -3.72% | |||
| 1:08.7 | Circuit du Grand Sambuc | Stock | 02 Jun, 2018 | 18 Jan, 2026 | — | ||||
| 1:31.2 | Florida International Rally & Motorsport Park-FIRM (Main Course CW) | Medium | 16 Jul, 2016 | 16 May, 2026 | +4.44s | -5.25% | |||
| 3:13.4 | Sebring (CW) | Stock | 28 Apr, 2025 | 02 Oct, 2025 | — | ||||
| 1:22.9 | Summit Point Motorsports Park (Jefferson Extended Circuit CCW) | Medium | 20 Mar, 2024 | 31 Mar, 2024 | — | — | |||
| 2:11.1 | Buttonwillow Raceway (1CW) | Race | 20 Apr, 2025 | 08 Jan, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 2:25.6 | Daytona International Speedway | Race | 07 Aug, 2025 | 25 Sep, 2025 | — | — | |||
| 2:48.2 | Sebring (Club Circuit) | Race | 19 Jul, 2025 | 02 Aug, 2025 | — | — |
Modified Cars
| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Fernando Paulino | Race | — | — | — | -1.92s |
| 2004 (w/PSP) | Zorg_Enterprises | Medium | 200 | 220 Pilot Sport PS2 | 205/55/16 / 225/50/16 | +0.76s |
| 2001 (w/R7) | Jackson ODJ | Medium | 201 | 40 R7 | 225/45/17 / 245/40/17 | +1.22s |
| 2004 (w/RT660) | kro51009 | Medium | 258 | 200 AZENIS RT660 | 205/55/16 / 225/50/16 | +1.6s |
| 2004 | Albert | Stock | — | 140 Gredge 07RS | 255/40/17 | +2.58s |
| 1999 (Jordanva/ToyoRR) | jordanva7 | Race | 201 | 40 Proxes RR | 225/45/17 / 255/40/17 | +4.17s |
| 2004 (w/PSP) | Payam Aghassi | Medium | — | 220 Pilot Sport PS2 | 205/55/16 / 225/50/16 | +4.84s |
| 1997 (w/595RSPRO) | Breadbox Racing and 4x4 | Medium | — | 200 595RS-PRO | 205/55/16 / 225/50/16 | +5.6s |
| 2000 (DanW/Race) | Dan Wold | Race | 201 | — | — | +5.66s |
| 2000 (MatthewH/Race) | Matthew Hately | Race | 201 | 40 R7 | 245/35/18 / 255/35/18 | +5.82s |
| 1998 | Mark Krueger | Medium | — | 200 Ventus RS4 | 255/40/17 | +5.86s |
| 2001 (kristan/Mid) | kristan0208 | Medium | 201 | 220 Pilot Sport PS2 | 205/55/16 / 225/50/16 | +6.6s |
| 2001 | Robert Baumgartner | Medium | — | — | — | +6.89s |
| 2000 (w/A052) | method | Medium | — | 200 ADVAN A052 | 205/55/16 / 225/50/16 | +7.42s |
| 1997 (w/595 RSR) | JHRacing | Medium | 201 | 220 595 RSR | 205/55/16 | +8.63s |
| 1999 | Corner Faster | Stock | 201 | 280 ExtremeContact DWS06 | 205/55/16 / 225/50/16 | +10.59s |
| 1998 | tdc485 | Race | — | — | — | +10.64s |
| 2000 (w/PSP) | steved0x | Medium | — | 220 Pilot Sport PS2 | 205/55/16 / 225/50/16 | +11.23s |
| 1997 | oneEYEziggy | Light | — | 220 Pilot Sport 3 | — | — |
| 1997 (Fish) | Jetic | Stock | 201 | 220 Pilot Sport PS2 | 205/55/16 / 225/50/16 | — |
| 2001 (BrianH/ToyoRR) | Brian Harnish | Race | 201 | 40 Proxes RR | 205/55/16 / 225/50/16 | — |
| 2001 (WoodyW//Race) | Woody Whichard | Race | 201 | 40 Proxes RR | 225/40/18 / 265/35/18 | — |
| 2001 (KevinD/AllS3) | Kevin Donahue Racing | Stock | 201 | 500 Pilot Sport A/S 3+ | 205/50/17 / 255/40/17 | — |
| 2001 (w/PSP) | Christophe Stremez | Stock | 250 | 220 Pilot Sport PS2 | 205/55/16 / 225/50/16 | — |
| 2001 | Charles Allen | Light | — | 200 Ventus RS3 | 225/40/18 / 265/35/18 | — |
| 1997 | Stick Up Motorsports | Medium | — | — | — | — |
Popular Tire Sizes
Popular Brake Pads
| Model front | Model rear | Pace | Laps |
|---|---|---|---|
| DS2500 | DS2500 | -1.62% | 1 |
| Yellow | Yellow | +2.11% | 1 |