Used Porsche 718 for sale in Europe

About the Porsche 718

The 718 is Porsche's two-seat, mid-engined sports car. It is sold as the 718 Boxster convertible and the 718 Cayman coupé. The 718 name arrived with the 2016 model year and revives an older Porsche racing designation. Both bodies share one platform, so the driving position and layout are very similar.

Early cars use turbocharged flat-four petrol engines of 2.0 and 2.5 litres. The GTS versions first kept the 2.5-litre engine. The GTS 4.0, the Cayman GT4 and the Boxster Spyder use a 4.0-litre naturally aspirated flat-six. Most versions offer a six-speed manual or the seven-speed PDK dual-clutch gearbox.

The car suits drivers who want a compact sports car for weekends or daily use, with luggage space at both ends. Listings mix base cars, GTS models and GT cars, so the range is wide. The few 2010 listings may be earlier Boxster or Cayman generations that predate the 718 name.

Generations

• 987 (2004-2012) — The second Boxster, joined by the first Cayman coupé in 2005, with naturally aspirated flat-six engines.
• 981 (2012-2016) — The third Boxster generation, with the Cayman coupé following in 2013, still using naturally aspirated flat-six engines.
• 982 / 718 (2016-present) — The first generation sold as 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman, introduced with turbocharged flat-four engines and later extended with flat-six GTS and GT versions.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise broadly with model year, but the pattern is not smooth. The 2017 model year has a median of €54,000. The 2020 median is €99,900, partly because that year mixes base cars with GTS and GT versions. The 2024 median is €147,700, and the 2026 median is €175,000. Spread within one year can be wide because engine, body style and options differ so much. Mileage, specification and country also move the figure. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Porsche 718

Inspect the car in daylight with the full service file to hand, and drive it cold if you can. Compare the specification sheet with the car in front of you, because options and variants differ widely.

• Service history and records

  Look for regular servicing at Porsche centres or specialists, with dated invoices and mileage. Ask about oil changes, brake fluid and any software updates. Gaps in the file matter more on turbocharged cars and on cars used hard.

• Signs of track use

  Check tyres, brake discs and pads for uneven wear. Look underneath for scrapes and for fresh underseal or panel repaints. Ask directly whether the car has been used on circuits, especially for GTS and GT versions.

• Roof operation and water ingress · 718 Boxster

  Run the fabric roof up and down several times and listen for strain. Check the seals, the drain channels and the carpets for damp. Look for a roof that fits unevenly or leaves wind noise at speed.

• Cold start and turbo behaviour · 2.0 and 2.5 turbo flat-four

  Start the engine from cold and listen for unusual noises. Check for warning lights, oil or coolant leaks and smooth, even power delivery. Ask for evidence of regular oil changes, as turbocharged engines depend on clean oil.

• Gearbox smoothness · PDK gearbox

  Test the PDK in town traffic and while pulling away from a stop. Hesitation, jerks or warning messages deserve a workshop opinion. Ask whether any software updates have been applied.

• Wheels, front end and brakes

  The car sits low. Check the wheels for kerb damage, and the front bumper and lip for scrapes. If ceramic brakes are fitted, ask a specialist to assess disc condition, because replacement is a significant job.

• VIN, recalls and mileage

  Ask a Porsche centre to check the VIN for open recall campaigns. For cars imported from another country, check the mileage against service records and inspection history, and confirm the registration documents match the car.

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