No spare tire for the 2006 Boxster.. Looking for one - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

franz229 · 06-09-2006, 10:28 AM

It’s amazing that the new 2005/2006 Boxster do not come
With spare tire. Porsche have decided that spare tire
is not required for this car. They supply you with a can
Fix-A-Flat. Even thought Porsche give road assistance for the Warranty of the car, I make me feel very uncomfortable. It should be an option for this car.

That would not be problem it you always is near a city or gas station.

Sometime I am en the middle of no where and the nearest gas station or Porsche dealership could 100’s of miles away.

In my Boxster have 18” wheel option. Front: 235/40ZR18 Rear: 265/40ZR18

Do anyone knows if the spare tire of the old Boxster 986
(1997-2004) or the old 911 (996,993) will fit or can be used in the New Boxster?

Thanks
Franz

Brucelee · 06-09-2006, 11:09 AM

I believe your car comes with run-craps. If so, the inflat a can is not needed at all.

Someone must know??

Anyway, if they are run-craps, I suggest you replace then as soon as possible with a real tire.

And bring back the dipstick!

Good luck.

RandallNeighbour · 06-09-2006, 11:18 AM

Franz, I do think the donut spare from an older boxster will fit in your front trunk, but you're gonna lose all that stowage space... but I'm sure you figured that out already!

Best place to get one most probably is LA dismantlers (look them up on the web then call them as they never return an email inquiry) or another salvage place like Oklahoma Foriegn.

I'm with you... if I ever buy a 987, the first thing I'm gonna do is get me a spare tire. That's completely nuts if you ask me!

99-Boxster-MK · 06-09-2006, 11:31 AM

I completely agree... how can a car not have a spare..

Mike

SD987 · 06-09-2006, 11:43 AM

The 987 comes with standard tires, not run-flats and you are provided with a can of tire-goo and an air compressor (a pretty nice one, actually) that plugs into the cigarette lighter.

When I tested the Z4M, I noticed they also went with the same system, although the MB has a spare.

And yes, the 986 spare can be used...although i assume that depends on what size the other tires are.

eslai · 06-09-2006, 04:32 PM

I am about to curse myself right here:

I've never had a flat tire and drove around without one in my Eclipse for like three years. The prospect of not having one in the 987 didn't freak me out at all.

(damnit, now I'm screwed!)

Brucelee · 06-10-2006, 07:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SD987

The 987 comes with standard tires, not run-flats and you are provided with a can of tire-goo and an air compressor (a pretty nice one, actually) that plugs into the cigarette lighter.

When I tested the Z4M, I noticed they also went with the same system, although the MB has a spare.

And yes, the 986 spare can be used...although i assume that depends on what size the other tires are.

No spare tire? That is insane or the cheapest deal I have ever heard of!!!!!!

And I STILL want the dipstick back.

MNBoxster · 06-09-2006, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RandallNeighbour

Franz, I do think the donut spare from an older boxster will fit in your front trunk, but you're gonna lose all that stowage space... but I'm sure you figured that out already!

Best place to get one most probably is LA dismantlers (look them up on the web then call them as they never return an email inquiry) or another salvage place like Oklahoma Foriegn.

I'm with you... if I ever buy a 987, the first thing I'm gonna do is get me a spare tire. That's completely nuts if you ask me!

Hi,

My personal experience with LA Porsche Dismantler has been spotty to poor. They usually have the highest prices of any dismantlers I have come across.

Of the three things I purchased from them, two were returned because one was in awful condition, quite contrary to their description and assurance. Another was inoperative, again contrary to their assurances. In each case, the items took 21 days or longer to reach me despite paying for premium shipping.

They were reluctant to take the returns, but finally came around. Getting the Credit posted to my CC card was a different story, it took more than a month the 1st time and the second I just disputed the Charge with the CC Co. They seem to take their sweet time on everything and are not that knowledgeable.

Oklahoma Foreign is very Customer Focused and seem knowledgeable, but they don't seem to have a deep inventory - they have never had the part I wanted.

One dismantler I have had great success with is Porsche Dismantler in Rancho Cordova, CA ( www.mazdaporscheparts.com ). They are knowledgeable, prompt, friendly and have the best prices. They have always had what I was looking for. You will usually talk directly with Sam Matsoyan, the Owner, and items are usually shipped same day. Hope this helps...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99

987dds · 06-13-2006, 08:19 AM

It was my understanding that the rear tire will not fit into the redesigned front storage area. So if you had a flat, you would have to leave your wheel and tire behind or place it in the passengers lap!

bobbox2 · 06-13-2006, 09:41 AM

Another reason the lack of spare wheel is a pain is that the wheel itself can often be damaged.

I struck a piece of wood in my golf on the freeway and the rim itself was damaged. Worse, when I called VW assistance they said they couldn't come as the road was a tollway (so only authorised wreckers can come) but none of the authorised trucks were flat-bed. In the end I had to call the cops (who weren't too pleased) and they authorised a regular flat-bed truck.

Worst of it was that I had to pay for the tow and then VW refused to pay it.

SD987 · 06-13-2006, 09:55 AM

It was my understanding that the rear tire will not fit into the redesigned front storage area. So if you had a flat, you would have to leave your wheel and tire behind or place it in the passengers lap!

I saw a pic somewhere, where the guy put the rear tire in the back trunk with the trunk left open. Not a good look !

A couple of interesting tidbits on the 987 spare tire, or lack thereof...

The omission of the spare wheel and jack in the 987 has permitted a reduction in weight of around 10 kg/22 lbs. A 17-inch spare wheel with a size of 185/60 is standard equipment on the 987 only in countries where legislation stipulates the provision of a spare wheel (e.g. Brazil, Israel, Saudi Arabia and Virgin Islands). It is stored in the rear luggage compartment.

So write your congressman...

MNBoxster · 06-13-2006, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 987dds

It was my understanding that the rear tire will not fit into the redesigned front storage area. So if you had a flat, you would have to leave your wheel and tire behind or place it in the passengers lap!

Hi,

You bring up a very good point, and not just for 987 owners. For 986 Owners, the Rear Wheel will not fit if it's 18" either.

A couple of solutions: Carry a Bunge Cord so you can put the Wheel in the Boot and secure the lid just so you can get it home. If you're traveling with luggage, maybe not possitble. In this case, carry one of theose Monster Bike locks so you can secure the Wheel to a post or tree and return for it later.

Even with these difficulties, I still prefer having the Spare...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99

RandallNeighbour · 06-13-2006, 12:59 PM

I remember reading somewhere here that a guy carries a bungee cord and a bath towel in his front trunk for this very issue. He took the bath towel and put it on the back of the car behind the roll bars, put the tire on top of it, and bungee corded it down to the roll bars for a short trip to a repair shop. This left the trunk space available if on a trip.

z12358 · 08-29-2006, 09:59 AM

So any feedback from 987 owners that have done anything about this?
Does a 986 spare definitely do the job? How about a 996 spare?
What about a jack -- 986, 996, non-Porsche?
Ways to fasten the spare+cover in the front trunk?
Can't check as the car's not near me -- do we even have a lug wrench?
Can the OEM 18" rear be carried safely in the back trunk with bungee cords?
Z.

08-29-2006, 12:10 PM

Ya i have a huge problem if i get a hole in my boxster....try fitting 19z in the front trunk, dont think it'll happen. don't think 18z would fit either for that matter. i know for a fact that my 17z fit perfectly in the front.

"In my Boxster have 18” wheel option. Front: 235/40ZR18 Rear: 265/40ZR18"

from what i've seen the 987 has an even smaller front trunk, so i don't think even a spare would fit..correct me if i'm wrong. no way is an 18 going to fit anywhere.

so the air can maybe the only option.

or i do kinda like the idea of the bungee cord and a towel.............just don't go over 75mph the spoiler will get really really f+++++ up...