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    Porsche 987.1B 987.1 Boxster

    2005–2008 · Flat-6 · Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive · 240–295 hp

    Second-generation Boxster with sharper styling, more power, and improved chassis dynamics.

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    Variants

    • Boxster2005–2008 · 240 hp
    • Boxster S2005–2008 · 295 hp
    • Boxster RS 60 Spyder2008–2008 · 303 hp

    What owners actually spend on the 987.1B

    Median service costs from real logged records, broken down by job and category.

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    Known issues to look for

    • IMS Bearing Failure

      critical

      Metallic debris in oil, grinding noise, catastrophic engine failure

      Replace with aftermarket IMS solution. Single-row bearing in early 987 is higher risk.

    • RMS Leak

      moderate

      Oil leak from rear main seal, burning smell

      Replace RMS. Combine with clutch job.

    • Air-Oil Separator (AOS) Failure

      moderate

      White smoke on startup, rough idle, oil consumption increases

      Replace AOS unit. Aftermarket options available.

    Documented 987.1B Porsches