Porsche Cayman 987C Hood Bonnet Hinge Left N/S 99751115101 Arctic Silver 92T

Porsche Cayman 987C Hood Bonnet Hinge Left N/S Arctic Silver is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for the precise guidance and support of the front lid in Porsche models. This used, factory-original hinge ensures proper hood opening geometry and stable closing, which is essential for both safety and the quality of body panel alignment. Thanks to its factory finish in Arctic Silver Metallic – 92T, it perfectly matches the characteristic Porsche body styling.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 99751115101-ARS
• Mark: Porsche
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 99751115101
• Substitutable numbers: 99751115101, 997 511 151 01
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Bonnet
• Color: Arctic Silver Metallic - 92T
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the hood hinge

The left hood hinge in the Porsche Cayman 987C is responsible for the controlled lifting and lowering of the front lid and maintaining its correct position relative to the fenders and bumper. A properly selected, original component:

• ensures the correct gap lines between the hood and other body panels,
• minimizes stress within the hood mounting points,
• reduces the risk of misalignment or the lid edges rubbing against adjacent components. By maintaining factory mounting points, the hinge works with the body structure without the need for modifications, which facilitates installation and subsequent adjustment.

Color and paint matching

The presented component is finished in Arctic Silver Metallic – 92T, characteristic of many Porsche vehicles. In the case of post-accident repairs or partial front-end restoration, this allows you to:

• maintain visual consistency in the luggage compartment and cowl area,
• limit the scope of any necessary paint work to a minimum,
• preserve the original character of the metallic body finish. Color matching of the hinge is not only aesthetically important – it also facilitates the inspection of any signs of corrosion or damage during future bodywork check-ups.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The component is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory design of the front body section of the Porsche Cayman 987C. In practice, this means:

• a secure fit to the factory mounting holes in the body and hood,
• maintaining the correct hood opening kinematics on the driver's side,
• the ability to precisely adjust the lid position relative to the headlights and fenders. A used, original hinge is a good choice for post-accident repairs when you want to maintain factory geometry and avoid fitment issues typical of aftermarket replacements.

Condition and use in body repairs

The product is offered as a used original component, which in practice means it comes from disassembly and retains its factory construction and operating characteristics. This type of part is particularly useful in situations where:

• it is necessary to replace a damaged hinge after a collision or due to excessive wear,
• you want to restore proper hood closing without interfering with the body structure,
• you care about maintaining original Porsche technical solutions. Choosing an original hood hinge helps maintain the structural integrity of the vehicle's front end, which is important for both ease of use and the future value of the car.

Repair expansion – other elements in this group

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front lid area in your Porsche and need other components from the same group, such as additional hinges, brackets, or hood mounts, check out the available parts in the Porsche Hoods category. For owners of classic and modern cars who want to better understand the importance of original body components and the structural differences between model generations, the article Classic Mini vs modern MINI – how the construction has changed and which original Mini parts help preserve their character, which shows the broader context of using OEM parts in the automotive industry, may be helpful.