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2006 Porsche Boxster repairs by problem area
Engine (31%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (6%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)
Other (9%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 54 repairs.
2006 Porsche Boxster body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (20%)
$500 - $999 (10%)
$100 - $499 (30%)
< $100 (40%)
Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
280-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 39500 mi | Rear wind deflector was rattling. Rubber pad was inserted under the screen. |
| 70000 mi US $2000 |
Damaged plastic hose that drains water under convertible top trays. Leaks water into passenger footwell and damages rear control module. |
| 125000 mi US $250 |
drain lines for convertible top run off were misaligned and draining into body of car. caused complete failure of electronic control module under drivers seat. caused bilateral damage to top mechanism push rods and needed new control module f. |
2006 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 38000 mi US $20 |
interior door handle became loose. replaced door levers spring assembly in about 1 hour. this is a common problem due to a poorly designed part. |
2006 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| 37300 mi US $876 |
convertible top misaligned. |
| 62000 mi | Convertible top out of alignment and would not seal correctly. Dealer realigned top pulleys and cables. |
| 78000 mi US $250 |
Replaced broken transmission rods in convertible top assembly |
| 81000 mi US $1000 |
Convertible top would not close. Top was completely out of alignment. Dealer removed and re-installed the top assembly curing problem. |
| 116000 mi US $250 |
Boxster roof stress rod broke because the top tensioners had become loose over time (AGAIN). Curious if later 987's have the same problem. |
| 80000 mi | convertible top ball joint caps broke and bent the "arms" that raise and lower the top. Ordered new parts and removed and repaired the arms. |
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