6-speed manual gearbox

Q: Where do I find option code M480 on my car?

Look on the option sticker in the service/maintenance booklet, the front-trunk data label, or the original window sticker (Monroney label in the US).

On the Porsche Boxster 986 (1997-2004), option code M480 means: 6-speed manual gearbox.

Code: M480 · also 480
Category: Drivetrain
Type: M-code
Model: Boxster 986
Years: 1997-2004
Confidence: High confidence

01Explained

About M-code codes

M-codes (“Mehrausstattung”) are the classic Porsche factory option numbers printed on the build sheet, window sticker and the option sticker in the service book or front trunk. On a 986 you will usually find M480 on the option sticker in the service/maintenance booklet, the front-trunk data label, or the original window sticker (Monroney label in the US).

02Confidence

“high”: meaning confirmed by at least two independent public sources. Option meanings can differ between markets and model years.

M480 on other generations

03Related

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