Porsche Boxster 986 Entrance Door Cover Trim Strip Left Right O/S 98655130300

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Porsche Boxster 986 Entrance Door Cover Trim Strip Left Right O/S is an original body trim component designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. This aesthetic door sill trim helps maintain a consistent look in the sill area while protecting the edge of the sill from typical signs of wear. Thanks to its factory origin from the Porsche brand, it ensures a proper fit to the body structure of the Boxster 986.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 98655130300
• Mark: Porsche
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 98655162001
• Substitutable numbers: 98655162001, 9 865 516 20 01
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the door sill trim

The presented trim belongs to the Claddings, decorative strips and trims group and is dedicated to the door sill area on the right side of the Porsche Boxster 986. Its task is to provide an aesthetic finish to the sill and protect this part of the bodywork against scratches caused during entry and exit. The properly shaped profile facilitates the visual closure of the vehicle's side line, which is important both for daily use and for maintaining the car's value.

Original origin and fitment

The trim was designed as a factory component for the Porsche Boxster 986, which translates into precise fitment with the sill and door panel. The original mounting geometry allows for installation in place of a worn or damaged part without the need for modifications. As a result, compliance with the factory body line is maintained, and the risk of improper seating or the formation of gaps is minimized.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered trim is a used component, which in practice means it comes from disassembly and may show signs of wear typical for this group of parts. For many Porsche users, this is a technically sound choice – an original component with preserved geometry and the correct material often fits into the existing bodywork better than replacements of uncertain origin. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, restorations, or returning the car to a state close to factory condition.

Application in the Porsche Boxster 986 sill area

The door sill trim on the right side has not only visual but also practical significance. In daily use:

• it protects the painted part of the sill from footwear scuffs,
• it organizes the transition line between the interior and the bodywork,
• it makes it easier to keep the cabin entrance area clean.

For owners of the Boxster 986 who care about stylistic and technical consistency, using an original door sill trim is a natural choice when replacing a damaged part.

Support with selection and expansion of the sill area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your Porsche and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the Porsche claddings, decorative strips and trims category.

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