Porsche Cayman Boxster 982 Air Intake Filter Housing Box Upper 99157207100

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Porsche Cayman Boxster 982 Air Intake Filter Housing Box Upper is an original intake system component, designed specifically for the 982 series models. Thanks to its factory geometry and precise fitment, it ensures stable mounting of the filter element and proper airflow to the engine, which translates into predictable performance of the power unit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-99157207100
• Mark: Porsche
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 99157207100
• Substitutable numbers: 99157207100, 991 572 071 00
• Part type: Air Filter Housing
• Category: Air Filter Housings

Purpose and function in the intake system

The presented upper part of the air filter housing is a component from the Air filter housings group, responsible for tightly sealing the filter element and guiding air towards the intake manifold. The design has been developed to meet the requirements of engines fitted in the Porsche Cayman and Boxster 982 generation, maintaining the proper rigidity, temperature resistance, and vibration tolerance characteristic of mid-engine units.

The original housing allows for maintaining the factory flow characteristics, which is important both for the stock engine control unit software and for subsequent modifications such as a remap or a sports filter installed in place of the stock one.

Construction and fitment for Porsche

The upper part of the housing is designed as a component that works with the lower section of the filter box and the stock mounts in the engine bay. Properly shaped nozzles and guides allow for:

• secure seating on the lower part of the housing,
• proper alignment of peripheral seals,
• stable mounting at factory body points,
• trouble-free service during filter element replacement.

As a result, installation is predictable, without the need for modifications or the use of additional adapters, and the whole assembly remains consistent with the factory Porsche intake system concept.

Benefits of using the original air filter housing

Using the original upper filter housing in a Porsche Cayman or Boxster 982 allows you to maintain engine performance parameters in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Key advantages include:

• Factory fitment with other intake system and body components,
• preservation of the airflow path designed by the manufacturer,
• reduction of the risk of leaks that could affect sensor readings and ECU operation,
• easy integration with stock brackets, hoses, and covers.

For users considering intake modifications, using the original housing as a base allows for safer planning of changes, without interfering with key mounting points and system integrity.

Condition of the component and practical service application

The housing comes from the used original Porsche parts segment, making it an attractive alternative to new components while maintaining factory specifications. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where the existing housing has suffered mechanical damage, thermal deformation, or has issues with closing properly after multiple service removals.

Replacing the upper part of the air filter housing is a standard service operation, possible to perform in workshop conditions or by an experienced user, using standard tools and procedures provided for Porsche Cayman and Boxster 982 models.

Expanding the Porsche intake system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Porsche and need other elements from the same group, such as additional housings, covers, or mounting elements, check out the available parts in the Porsche Air filter housings category.

For those interested in a broader approach to car modernization using aftermarket components, it is worth checking out practical tips on tuning and repairs using the example of another brand, described in the article Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without losing quality, which shows how to effectively use used components while maintaining high operational quality.