2006 PORSCHE (987) CAYMAN S

KEY FACTS

• A collector-quality example of the desirable sports coupe, with very low mileage and one fastidious keeper from new.
• It is powered by a 295hp naturally aspirated 3.4-litre flat-six, which is driven through the rear wheels via the engaging six-speed manual transmission.
• A UK-market ‘C16’ code example, this Cayman S has had only one private keeper from new, and has been kept in a dry garage throughout its life, being driven solely for pleasure.
• It boasts a comprehensive maintenance history, with seven documented services on file.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Finished in the ever-popular hue of Arctic Silver over a black leather interior, this Cayman S is equipped with automatic air-conditioning, heated seats and rear parking sensors. The car is also fitted with the lesser-seen aluminium fuel cap and illuminated door entry guards, indicating the first owner spent put considerable thought into the specification.
• It rides on the correct set of 18-inch, five-spoke ‘Cayman S’ alloy wheels.
• The car will be supplied with its original stamped service book and accompanying maintenance invoices, its original delivery invoice and its complete tool kit.
• There are also two magazines from 2006 which feature road tests of Cayman S press cars, and a handful of photographs showing the first owner taking delivery of the car from Porsche Centre Bristol.

Specification:

• C16 – UK market car
• XSC – Porsche crest embossed in headrest
• 342 – Heated seats
• 424 – CD vompartment
• 435 – Grained leather steering wheel with round centre design
• 446 – Wheel caps with coloured Porsche crest
• 490 – Sound system A.S.K
• 502 – Produced at Valmet plant in Uusikaupunki, Finland
• 507 – Internal production code
• 567 – Top-tinted windscreen
• 573 – Automatic air-conditioning
• 580 – Luggage barrier
• 635 – ParkAssistant
• 946 – Leather seats with leatherette rear side

CONDITION

• No bodywork damage.
• The Arctic Silver paintwork appears to be in excellent condition, with a smooth and glossy appearance around the car and no noticeable marks or blemishes.
• Inside, the cabin presents very well indeed, and while there is some very slight creasing on the seat bolsters and minor scratches on the plastic trim ahead of the bonnet release catch, this is in line with the car’s sparing use.
• There are no known electrical or mechanical faults with the vehicle.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 9 June 2021 at 27,015 miles, resulting in a clean, first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Cayman S’ most recent routine maintenance was a major service including a brake fluid change, which was carried out in May 2021 at 26,986 miles by Cotswold Porsche Specialists, who also replaced the rear tyres, fitted new locking wheel bolts, and replaced the offside air-conditioning condenser before re-gassing the system.
• Prior to this, Cotswold Porsche Specialists performed a minor service in November 2019 at 26,841 miles which also included replacement of the drive belt, and a major service with a spark plug changed in August 2017 at 25,770 miles.
• Furthermore, the starter motor was changed in October 2018 and the alternator and front driver’s-side tie rod were replaced in August 2017.

Dates and mileage:

• 22/07/2008 – 13,118 miles – Porsche Centre Bristol
• 28/07/2010 – 19,547 miles – Porsche Centre Bristol
• 25/07/2012 – 22,749 miles – Porsche Centre Bristol
• 24/07/2014 – 24,551 miles – Porsche Centre Bristol
• 18/08/2017 – 25,770 miles – Cotswold Porsche Specialists
• 01/11/2019 – 26,841 miles – Cotswold Porsche Specialists
• 04/05/2021 – 26,969 miles – Cotswold Porsche Specialists

SUMMARY

This 987-generation Porsche Cayman S is a wonderful example of the sought-after performance car, which has clearly been doted on by its only private owner to date. Offered for sale with very low mileage and in excellent cosmetic and mechanical order, this agile sports coupe will make a fine addition to any collection, and a thoroughly engaging B-road companion.

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