Porsche Boxster 987 bucket seat guide
2005 to 2012
The Boxster 987, 2005 to 2012, sharpened the mid-engine formula with a stiffer chassis and cleaner styling, and remains a strong basis for a road and track roadster. Planted, Cobra and PCI Racing all offer confirmed mounting for this car.
- Planted, Cobra and PCI Racing mounting options are all confirmed for the 987
- SW Motorsports build a bolt-in half cage specific to the 987
- The competition bucket range runs from the OMP TRS-X through to the Recaro Classic Pole Position ABE
- Reclining sport seats keep more factory comfort while still improving on the standard seat
- Harnesses above 3-point need a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar
Mounting
The Planted Technology Seat Brackets at £185.50, the Cobra Direct Fit Subframes at £212.50, and the PCI Racing Sliding Sub Frame at £275 are all confirmed for the 987.
The Sparco FIA Steel Side Mount Brackets at £75 and the Sparco Seat Sliding Runner Kit at £34.95 give further fixing options.
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Competition bucket seats
The OMP TRS-X Steel Frame at £220 and Cobra Monaco Pro at £235 are the accessible starting points. The Recaro Pole Position FIA at £829.50 and Recaro Pole Position with ABE at £866.25 sit a step up. The Sparco QRT Performance at £1206.14 and Recaro Pole Position 2018 Edition at £1205.40 are further options. The Recaro Podium GF at £1786.05 and Recaro Classic Pole Position ABE at £1816.50 are the top of the range for a 987 built properly for competition.
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Competition seats for the 987Which bucket seat for a Porsche Boxster 987
The Cobra Monaco Pro FIA at £235 is the practical starting point for a track day 987. The Recaro Pole Position with ABE at £866.25 is a strong mid-tier choice. For a 987 built properly for competition, the Recaro Classic Pole Position ABE at £1816.50 gives the strongest support here.
Reclining sport seats
The Cobra Daytona at £499.17 is the accessible starting point. The Cobra Misano Lux at £1290.83 and Cobra Misano Anniversary at £1374.17 (also in Spec 2) are the top of the range.
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Roll cage
The SW Motorsports Bolt In Half Cage at £735.30 is built specifically for the 987 and is the only cage we currently list for this car.
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Harnesses
Harnesses need a roll cage or harness barA 4-point, 5-point or 6-point harness with separate shoulder straps needs proper attachment points above and behind the seat. Fit a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar before using anything above a 3-point belt.
The TRS Clubman 3-point bolt-in at £80 and 4-point clip-in at £100 both use the standard seat belt anchor points and do not need a cage. For 4-point competition use, the TRS Magnum 4-point FIA at £205 and the Takata Drift II at £229 are the step up.
For 6-point harnesses, the cage goes in first. The TRS Magnum 6-point Superlite FIA at £245, the Takata Drift III at £270, and the Schroth Profi 3×2 at £370.01 all suit a caged 987 going to competition or serious track days.
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Harness tier for the 987Which harness for a Porsche Boxster 987
The TRS Clubman 4-point clip-in at £100 covers a road car with no cage. If you have fitted the SW Motorsports half cage, the Takata Drift III at £270 is a well proven 6-point option for track use.
What fits
Mounting for every seat in this guide.
| Seat | Mounting | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OMP TRS-X Steel Frame | Subframe, side mount | |
| Cobra Monaco Pro FIA | Subframe, side mount | |
| Recaro Pole Position range | Subframe, side mount | |
| Sparco QRT Performance FIA | Subframe, side mount | |
| Reclining seats | Subframe, universal runners |
Common questions
Which subframe should I use?
The Planted Technology Seat Brackets at £185.50 are the practical choice. Cobra and PCI Racing options are also confirmed for the 987.
Do you have a roll cage for the 987?
Yes, the SW Motorsports Bolt In Half Cage at £735.30 is built specifically for this car and is the only cage we currently list for it.
Can I run a 6-point harness without a roll cage?
No. A 6-point harness needs anchor points above and behind the seat for the shoulder straps. Fit a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar first.
Should I choose a competition bucket or a reclining seat?
A competition bucket holds you better through a corner but is harder to live with day to day. A reclining seat keeps more factory comfort while still improving on the standard seat.
More help
Cameron works through the seat, subframe and roll cage combination together.
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