Porsche Boxster 986 Cover Trim Panel Gear Selector Automatic Gearbox 99655225901

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Porsche Boxster 986 Cover Trim Panel Gear Selector Automatic Gearbox is an original interior component from the Claddings, decorative trims and decorations group, designed for installation in the front part of the cabin. It provides an aesthetic and functional finish to the gear selector area, restoring the cohesive look of the center console and improving the comfort of daily operation of the automatic transmission.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-99655225901
• Mark: Porsche
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 996552259
• Substitutable numbers: 99655225901, 996 552 259 01
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the component

The presented decorative panel is dedicated to the front interior zone of the Porsche Boxster 986 equipped with an automatic transmission. It covers the area around the selector, masking the mechanical components of the transmission and maintaining the stylistic line of the center console in accordance with the manufacturer's factory design.

This component performs several key roles:

• provides an aesthetic finish to the space around the gear lever,
• stabilizes and organizes the visual layout of the front console,
• protects internal components from accidental dirt from the cabin side.

Construction and fitment for Porsche

As an original Porsche part, the panel is designed for precise fitment with factory mounting points in the Boxster 986 model. The properly contoured geometry allows for installation in the front part of the interior without the need for modifying the console structure.

The placement of mounting holes and the shape of the edges are adapted to the stock automatic transmission selector, which allows for maintaining the original character of the cockpit and consistency with other trim elements.

Benefits of using the original cladding

Using the factory panel from the Claddings, decorative trims and decorations group in the Porsche Boxster 986 allows for:

• maintaining a uniform interior style consistent with the manufacturer's design,
• reducing play and unwanted noises in the gear lever area,
• easier cleaning in the center console area,
• professional finish of the automatic transmission operation zone.

For users who care about the visual and technical condition of the cabin, replacing a worn or damaged panel with an original component is a simple way to restore the cohesive look of the front part of the interior.

Condition and practical application

The offered panel is a used component, which allows for maintaining compliance with factory specifications while reducing interior renovation costs. This solution is particularly beneficial for comprehensive cockpit refreshing work, where both functionality and preserving the original character of the vehicle count.

Due to being dedicated to the automatic transmission, the panel will work well in vehicles where the priority is convenient transmission operation and a clear, organized gear lever environment.

Expanding your Porsche interior upgrade

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the center console trim zone in your Porsche and need other elements from the same group, such as additional claddings, decorative trims, or decorative panels, check the available parts in the Porsche claddings, decorative trims and decorations category.

If you have doubts regarding the choice of used components or want to better understand their real durability and cost-effectiveness, it is worth checking out our guide: Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know. This will make it easier for you to assess how to effectively plan work on your car's interior.