Porsche 718 Boxster 982 Protective Cap Longitudinal Member 99151164900

Porsche 718 Boxster 982 Protective Cap Longitudinal Member is an original Porsche body component designed to protect the longitudinal member structure in the hood mounting area. This used part from the Hood hinges, locks and other parts category helps maintain the factory geometry and rigidity of the front bodywork, which is essential for both safety and handling precision.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 99151164900
• Mark: Porsche
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 99151164900
• Substitutable numbers: 99151164900, 991 511 649 00
• Part type: Bolt
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the longitudinal member cap

The longitudinal member cap in the 718 Boxster 982 model operates in a critical area of the front bodywork, in the immediate vicinity of the hood and its accessories. Its tasks include:

• stabilizing and protecting a section of the structural support from mechanical damage,
• ensuring proper support for components mounted in the hood area,
• maintaining correct reference points for adjacent body panels.

By using an original cap, the structural integrity of the vehicle's front is preserved, which reduces the risk of improper fitment of the hood, hinges, or other components in this group.

Benefits of using an original Porsche part

Choosing an original longitudinal member cap for the Porsche 718 Boxster 982 primarily ensures a precise fit to factory mounting points. A component from the same product line as the original factory-fitted part provides:

• dimensional compatibility with the longitudinal member and front body structure,
• proper interaction with hinges, locks, and other hood components,
• maintenance of the manufacturer-specified rigidity in the hood mounting area.

Such a solution is particularly important in sports cars, where handling precision and body stability are crucial for the driving experience.

Characteristics of the used longitudinal member cap

The offered cap comes from disassembly, which allows you to combine original quality with a more favorable purchase cost. This used element from the Hood hinges, locks and other parts group is a good solution when you want to:

• preserve the original front structure of the vehicle,
• avoid problems with fitting aftermarket replacements,
• optimize your budget during body repairs.

A cap of this type is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, front bodywork adjustments, or replacing damaged hood mounting components, where compliance with factory solutions is essential.

Use in repairs and restoration of older models

For models such as the 718 Boxster 982, the availability of certain structural elements at authorized service centers may be limited. In such cases, original parts from disassembly become a practical alternative, allowing you to restore the full functionality of the front bodywork without compromising on quality. If you want to better understand how to effectively use such components when servicing older cars, see the article No parts at the dealership? How to handle repairs of older models using parts from disassembly.

Complementary Porsche hood components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front area of your Porsche and need other elements from the same group, such as hood hinges, locks, or additional brackets, check out the available parts in the Porsche hood hinges, locks and other parts category.