2005 Porsche 911 (997) Carrera S Cabriolet

KEY FACTS

• This 997-generation Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet is a stylish and exciting modern classic open-top sports car, offered with a solid Porsche main dealer and marque specialist maintenance history. 
• Under the rear engine lid sits a naturally aspirated 3.8-litre flat-six, delivering around 355bhp to the rear wheels via a five-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted shift buttons. 
• First registered in April 2005, this example has been with the seller since October 2021.
• A recent borescope inspection in March 2024 concluded there was no scoring present.
• The odometer shows a relatively modest 55,547 miles from new. 

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 911 Carrera S Cabriolet is finished in the sophisticated shade of Midnight Blue Metallic with a dark blue convertible roof, over a Sand Beige leather-trimmed interior, featuring a body-coloured transmission tunnel, embossed Porsche crests on the front headrests, and two-tone silver trim. 
• It rides on a set of 19-inch ‘Lobster Claw’ alloy wheels, framing red Porsche-branded callipers and shod in mixed tyres. 
• Equipment includes xenon headlights, rear parking sensors, a PCM media system with satellite navigation, silver dials, hard-back sports seats, Porsche Stability Management, a Bose sound system, the Sport Chrono package, an electrically operated rear spoiler, electrically adjustable dampers, and electrically adjustable heated front seats with three-position driver memory. 
• This example has been fitted with a set of aftermarket front bumper grille inserts. 
• The car comes with the stamped service booklet, a warning triangle, all the owner’s manuals with a black leather wallet, two keys, a spare key, the original purchase invoice, two satellite navigation system DVDs, the tools, and a large collection of maintenance invoices and MOT certificates. 

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: minimal stone chips on the front end, slight discolouration on the front seats, minor wear on the temperature and fan switches, and slight ‘give’ on the driver’s seat. 
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 12 April 2024 at 55,551 miles, which resulted in a first-time pass with advisories for a non-excessive oil leak on the engine and gearbox, and some corrosion on the front brake pipes. 

SERVICE HISTORY

• In March 2024, Weston Porsche Specialists carried out a borescope inspection. They concluded there was no scoring present at the time of the test. Some very fine wear marks were visible on a few of the cylinders, but this was reported to be not uncommon and not an indicator of scoring.
• This 911’s most recent maintenance was carried out in May 2023 at 52,210 miles by Weston Porsche, which consisted of an engine oil and filter change, new air, fuel and pollen filters, all levels checked and adjusted as required, the brakes and tyres inspected, the underbody inspected, checks of all moving parts, air conditioning, wiper blades, and seat belts, and the vehicle checked on diagnostics. 
• Prior to this, the technicians at Weston Porsche carried out a minor service and drive belt check in December 2021 at 50,045 miles. 
• Another minor service was performed in August 2020 at 48,512 miles by Weston Porsche, which included the drive belt being checked, and the air conditioning system being recharged. 
• Other notable maintenance includes the soft-top drainage holes recently being cleaned. 

Dates and Mileages:

• May 2023 - 52,220 miles - Weston Porsche Specialist
• Dec 2021 - 50,045 miles - Weston Porsche Service
• Aug 2020 - 48,512 miles - Weston Porsche Service
• Mar 2019 - 44,705 miles - Weston Porsche Service
• Mar 2017 - 41,446 miles - Weston Porsche Service
• Feb 2016 - 38,922 miles - Weston Porsche Service 
• Feb 2014 - 29,402 miles - CMS Porsche
• Feb 2013 - 27,108 miles - Zentrum Porsche Specialist
• Mar 2011 - 21,313 miles - Zentrum Porsche Specialist
• Mar 2009 - 13,308 miles - Porsche Centre Edinburgh
• May 2007 - 8,840 miles - Porsche Centre Edinburgh

SUMMARY

This 997-generation Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet is a dynamic and lauded modern classic open-top sports car, offered with a solid Porsche main dealer and marque specialist maintenance history. Presented with an attractive colour scheme, timelessly elegant styling, and boasting a potent flat-six engine coupled to a slick-shifting Tiptronic gearbox, it would make an exciting companion for rapid daily driving, weekend fun, and longer-distance road trips alike. 

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