Boxster 981 wind deflector

[T5GRF]

I’m looking for the 2 roll hoop wind deflector baskets - the car came with the central wind deflector but not the other 2 pieces. No doubt Porsche will want a comical amount to supply these, are there any aftermarket options to buy these?

[SDoran]

If you are looking for the mesh that fills the gaps in the two roll over hoops behind each seat, you can find them on ebay etc.

Google: Porsche Boxster 981 Wind Deflector 981.561.621

FYI you don't mention the model. I believe the Spyder didn't have any. Humps in the rear deck mean the roll over gaps are smaller.

[T5GRF]

Thanks - I did mention the model in the post title - it’s a 981.
It is the 2 mess sections that fit in the headrests. I couldn’t see anything on EBay hence asking if there is an aftermarket option?

[SDoran]

No worries. There are multiple models or derivatives of 981; Boxster, Boxster S, Boxster GTS, Boxster Spyder which people often refer to generically as a 981 Boxster. As some parts are model specific I thought it best to clarify rather than assume which model of 981 Boxster you were looking for. Unless it is specifically the Boxster Spyder, the part details I shared should fit.

Googling that phrase and part number should take you to the ebay listings for the parts you are after, if you haven't already (I didn't post a link as I am unsure if it breaks the posting rules).

I am not aware of anything aftermarket and at around £100 for all three parts of the deflectors (2 roll over hoop mesh screens and middle screen) I doubt anything aftermarket would be cheaper. You could also sell the middle section to recoup some/most of the costs.

Good luck.

[T5GRF]

Many thanks for your explanation - it’s a cooking 2016 Boxster
2.7.
I’ll keep an eye out for a complete set and as you say move on the centre section separately.

[ATM]

You need to find someone breaking a damaged car. Search for 981 breaking. Will 718 versions also fit?

[SDoran]

There are plenty for sale now on eBay. Reading the rules I think I can share links I am not associated with:

The search results:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/b/Porsche-Genuine-OEM-Car-S...

One of the cheaper listings that appears to offer all three parts:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/185621474944?hash=item2...

Re 718/981 fitment, looks like they fit both generations, based on what most of the links claim.

[stewieyan]

The mesh on 981's is laughable. A cheap thing that doesn't really help much on my car.
The old 'glassy' deflector on 987 was fantastic, looked premium and did the job.

[ATM]

stewieyan said:

The mesh on 981's is laughable. A cheap thing that doesn't really help much on my car.
The old 'glassy' deflector on 987 was fantastic, looked premium and did the job.

You need one of these

[stewieyan]

I could take that any time, even without the mesh

[ATM]

stewieyan said:

I could take that any time, even without the mesh

See the Perspex wind deflector?