Porsche Cayman 987C Rear Lid Tailgate Hinge Left N/S 98751215101

Porsche Cayman 987C Rear Lid Tailgate Hinge Left N/S is an original tailgate opening mechanism component, designed for installation on the left side of the rear bodywork. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures precise tailgate guidance, stable support, and correct operating geometry. This is a practical solution for users who want to restore full tailgate functionality while maintaining original performance parameters.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 98751215101-ARS
• Mark: Porsche
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 98751215101
• Substitutable numbers: 98751215101, 987 512 151 01
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Part type: Hatch Hinge
• Category: Lift Supports, Latches, Hinges & Additional Parts

Hinge purpose and function

The presented hinge operates at the rear of the body on the left side, responsible for stable mounting and smooth opening and closing of the trunk lid. Its design has been developed for proper force distribution, ensuring the lid moves in a controlled manner without excessive play or stress on the bodywork. A properly selected hinge contributes to:

• correct alignment of the lid with the body line,
• smooth operation of the entire opening mechanism,
• reduction of loads acting on the sheet metal and mounting points.

Original origin and fitment

As a Porsche brand component, the hinge has been designed specifically for the body geometry of the Cayman 987C, which translates into an excellent fit with factory mounting points. The original design ensures compatibility with other tailgate system components, such as gas struts or locks, without the need for modifications. In practice, this means:

• maintaining the factory line and gaps between the lid and the body,
• no need for mounting modifications,
• consistency with other elements from the Gas struts, locks, hinges and other parts group.

Performance characteristics and installation

The hinge operating in the rear left part of the vehicle is particularly important in the context of daily use – every opening and closing of the lid generates loads that must be transferred by a properly selected load-bearing element. Using an original solution allows for reducing the risk of improper closing, edge rubbing, or accelerated corrosion in the mounting area. An element from the Gas struts, locks, hinges and other parts category of this type is a good choice for post-accident repairs, tailgate geometry correction, or replacing a worn hinge that causes sagging, misalignment, or difficult trunk closing.

Use in post-accident repairs

In the case of repairing the rear part of the body after a collision, a properly selected tailgate hinge is crucial for restoring full trunk functionality and correct gap adjustment. Using an original used component allows for maintaining compliance with the factory design while reducing costs compared to new parts. If you want to better plan your body repair after a collision and consciously choose original OEM components, it is worth checking out the guide: Repairing a car after a crash using original used OEM parts.

Expanding the Porsche tailgate system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the tailgate area in your Porsche and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or support struts, check the available parts in the Porsche gas struts, locks, hinges and other parts category. To complete a full set of components for repair even more efficiently, you can also use the practical tips described in the article: how to collect used car parts in one place.