1997 Porsche Boxster
WP0CA2986VS621771
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Last listed by Foreign Affairs
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1997 Porsche Boxster
VIN WP0CA2986VS621771
Market price range
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1997 Porsche Boxster for sale near StauntonVA
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOREIGN AFFAIRS | Staunton, VA 24401 | $18,500 | 13,655 mi | 2021-03-09 | 2035 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for WP0CA2986VS621771Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 17 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 1997 Porsche Boxster likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 1997 Porsche Boxster has 6 recall campaigns as of September 2026. EPA combined fuel economy: 17 MPG.
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POWER TRAINCERTAIN 2-DOOR CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TIPTRONIC (AUTOMATIC) TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH AN INCORRECTLY ADJUSTED KEY-LOCK-CABLE DOWN TO THE…NHTSA campaign 03V004000
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE IGNITION SWITCH CAN CRACK AND CAUSE ELECTRICAL FAILURES.NHTSA campaign 98V113000
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POWER TRAINVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TIPTRONIC TRANSMISSIONS. THE BEARING SLEEVES CAN SEIZE IN THE INTERMEDIATE SELECTOR LEVERS.NHTSA campaign 98V112000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 1997 Porsche Boxster from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 29, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 1997 Porsche Boxster over the last 6 months — the market softened $377 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $12,995 |
| May 2026 | $12,299 |
| June 2026 | $12,600 |
| July 2026 | $13,245 |
| August 2026 | $13,245 |
| September 2026 | $12,618 |
Market by model year
What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 33 | $70,299 | 100% | 39,199 mi |
| 2015 | 37 | $49,990 | 71% | 42,616 mi |
| 2014 | 36 | $39,200 | 56% | 61,619 mi |
| 2013 | 54 | $38,994 | 55% | 59,650 mi |
| 2011 | 25 | $29,988 | 43% | 60,952 mi |
| 2010 | 10 | $29,542 | 42% | 68,934 mi |
| 2009 | 16 | $30,649 | 44% | 69,621 mi |
| 2008 | 46 | $25,497 | 36% | 64,492 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
