Track Fitment
Track Fitment
Front Setup18x9 ET46245/35-18
Rear Setup18x9 ET46245/35-18
Track Fitment reference setup. Verify tire model, camber, brake clearance, and ride height before ordering.
Porsche 986 Boxster wheel specs and setup guide
Porsche 986 Boxster Fitment Guide
Use this Porsche 986 Boxster fitment guide to compare documented wheel and tire setups with verified chassis metadata and hardware notes.
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Quick answer
What is the best 986 Boxster fitment?
A documented 986 Boxster setup is 18x9 ET46 front with 245/35-18 tires and 18x9 ET46 rear with 245/35-18 tires. Use the full table to compare other documented setups and verify body width, brake clearance, ride height, and hub hardware before ordering.
Wheel specs
986 Boxster Wheel Specs
Start with the factory specs before comparing aftermarket 986 Boxster wheel fitment.
Years1997-2004
Bolt Pattern5x130
Center Bore71.6mm
HardwareM14x1.5
Chassis context
986 Boxster Wheel Fitment Notes
This Porsche 986 Boxster guide compares documented wheel and tire setups with the factory hub specs that matter when shopping for wheels.
Use the setup table as a starting point, then confirm tire model, suspension height, alignment, brake package, and body clearance on the specific car before ordering.
Popular setups
Best 986 Boxster Wheel Fitment Setups
These 986 Boxster fitment setups combine the vehicle-specific fitment data with the proven fitment recommendations.
OEM+ Fitment
OEM+ Fitment
Front Setup18x8.5 ET45225/40-18
Rear Setup18x9 ET46265/35-18
OEM+ Fitment reference setup. Verify tire model, camber, brake clearance, and ride height before ordering.
Performance/Street Fitment
Performance/Street Fitment
Front Setup18x8.5 ET45225/40-18
Rear Setup18x9 ET46265/35-18
Performance/Street Fitment reference setup. Verify tire model, camber, brake clearance, and ride height before ordering.
Fitment type options
Popular 986 Boxster Fitments People Have Run
These setups are organized by fitment type. Front and rear specs are shown together because the setup works as a full pair, even when the fitment is square.
Fitment TypeFrontRear
Track Fitment18x9 ET46245/35-1818x9 ET46245/35-18
OEM+ Fitment18x8.5 ET45225/40-1818x9 ET46265/35-18
Performance/Street Fitment18x8.5 ET45225/40-1818x9 ET46265/35-18
Aftermarket range
986 Boxster Fitment Range
Common widths8.5-10 inches across documented setups
Offset rangeET36-ET46 across documented setups
Popular tires225/40-18, 235/40-18, 245/35-18, 265/35-18
Fitment notes
What to Know Before Buying 986 Boxster Wheels
Compare the Full Setup
The 986 Boxster fitment table keeps front and rear specs together so wheel width, offset, and tire size can be reviewed as a complete setup.
Check Clearance Before Ordering
Wheel width, offset, tire model, alignment, brake package, and ride height can all change clearance. Confirm inner suspension clearance, outer fender clearance, hub fit, and brake caliper clearance before ordering.
Factory sizes
986 Boxster OEM Wheel Sizes
SizeOffsetNotes
6Jx16 front / 7Jx16 rearET50 front / ET40 rearBase 986; 205/55ZR16 front, 225/50ZR16 rear.
7Jx17 front / 8.5Jx17 rearET55 front / ET50 rearCommon 17-inch package; 205/50ZR17 front, 255/40ZR17 rear.
7.5Jx18 front / 9Jx18 rearET50 front / ET52 rearOptional 18-inch package; 225/40ZR18 front, 265/35ZR18 rear.
Buyer notes
986 Boxster Fitment Tips
- Start with the 986 Boxster factory hub specs: 5x130 bolt pattern, 71.6mm center bore, and M14x1.5 hardware.
- Compare front and rear specs together, especially on staggered setups where tire diameter and offset balance matter.
- Check brake clearance with the exact wheel design, not just diameter and offset.
- Use the wheel fitment calculator to compare poke, inset, and tire changes against your current setup.
FAQ
986 Boxster Fitment Guide Questions
What is the best 986 Boxster fitment?
A documented 986 Boxster setup is 18x9 ET46 front with 245/35-18 tires and 18x9 ET46 rear with 245/35-18 tires. Use the full table to compare other documented setups and verify body width, brake clearance, ride height, and hub hardware before ordering.
What bolt pattern is a Porsche 986 Boxster?
The Porsche 986 Boxster uses a 5x130 bolt pattern with a 71.6mm center bore and M14x1.5 wheel hardware.
Do I need to verify brake clearance on a 986 Boxster?
Yes. Diameter, width, and offset are not enough by themselves because spoke shape and brake package determine caliper clearance.
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