Porsche Boxster 986 Rear Boot Hood Hinge Left N/S Meridian - 6A7 98651215101

Porsche Boxster 986 Rear Boot Hood Hinge Left N/S Meridian is an original body component designed for precise operation with the rear boot lid. Thanks to its factory fitment and compatibility with the body lines, it ensures stable lid guidance and correct geometry for opening and closing. This used OEM part is a sensible choice for body repairs when functionality, structural compatibility, and cost control are priorities.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 98651215101-MER
• Mark: Porsche
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 98651215101
• Substitutable numbers: 98651215101, 986 512 151 01
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Meridian Metallic - 6A7
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function in the bodywork

The presented hinge operates at the rear of the vehicle on the left side, responsible for supporting and guiding the rear boot lid in the Porsche Boxster 986. A correctly selected component of this type:

• ensures smooth opening and closing of the lid,
• maintains the proper position of the lid relative to the body,
• minimizes stress on sheet metal and seals,
• reduces the risk of the lid edges rubbing against the fenders or bumper.

Thanks to a design consistent with factory specifications, the hinge works with original mounts and body geometry, which facilitates installation and subsequent adjustment.

Meridian Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The component is finished in Meridian Metallic, which is significant not only for aesthetic reasons but also for practical body repair purposes. In many cases, this allows for limiting the scope of painting to the absolute minimum or facilitates matching with the existing paint coating. For workshops and users, this means:

• potentially shorter repair time,
• easier visual matching in the hinge area,
• a more consistent final effect when restoring the rear part of the body.

Technical characteristics and installation

The hinge belongs to the Hinges, locks, and other hood parts group, meaning it has been designed to work in demanding operating conditions – with frequent opening and closing of the lid and variable loads. The OEM construction ensures:

• compatibility with factory mounting points on the body and lid,
• appropriate rigidity of the hinge arm,
• proper kinematics of the lid movement throughout the entire opening range.

As a used part, the hinge is a good solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged lid mount, or restoring full functionality of the rear lid in daily-driven cars.

Practical use of used body parts

Choosing an original, used hinge for a Porsche is often more cost-effective than purchasing a replacement of uncertain quality. This allows for maintaining factory body panel fitment and predictable lid behavior over a long period of use. For projects where repairs are combined with modifications or tuning, it is worth considering a wider use of proven second-hand parts – we describe their potential in more detail in the article: Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without loss of quality.

Expanding work on the Porsche rear lid area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear boot lid area in your Porsche and need other components from the same group, such as additional hinges, lock mechanisms, or mounting brackets, check out the available parts in the Hinges, locks, and other hood parts for Porsche category.