Description
Porsche forever changed the sportscar market in the late 1990s by introducing the Boxster in a way that its previous attempts at a budget model never could. The Boxter is continually highlighted to this day as the prime answer to the proverbial question, what is the best budget sportscar?
A younger, successful clientele flocked to Porsche showrooms across the globe for their slice of the Boxster strudel. But, for some, it was always missing something, a roof. With the launch of the second generation, 987 Boxster came its slick top sibling. The Cayman.
The Cayman, like the Boxster, has gone on to be a rave success and has even drifted into Porsche’s prestigious GT department’s workshops producing the frankly bananas GT4 and GT4 RS. This example though, is a 987, more specifically a 987. 2 Cayman S.
Externally the car is finished in the rare optional GT Silver, a colour that iconically adorned the bodywork of the Carrera GT. It sits on an optional set of 19” Carrera sport wheels and offer a wider stance than other options, housed behind them are a set of red callipers.
Step inside and you start to see the appeal of the Cayman over its competitors. The build quality, the materials and the fit and finish are excellent. This car is finished with a rare two-tone grey leather option that features contrast stitching.
The interior is also home to the Porsche PCM 3. 0 communication system, which offers iPod connectivity amongst other things. The car also features an audio upgrade package comprised of an ASK 9-Speaker and AMP set-up.
The engine is mid-mounted in the Cayman, so it’s packaged underneath a trimmed engine cover. It’s a 3. 4-litre flat six that utilises direct injection to produce 320bhp, all of which is sent to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual gearbox equipped with an optional short-shifter. The car also benefits from a switchable exhaust system, for maximum fun and practicality. The Cayman, in general, is renowned for its already excellent handling characteristics, but this car benefits from Porsche’s excellent PASM, active suspension. An expensive and highly desirable option.
The service history shows that this car has been maintained regularly and thoroughly by a mixture of main dealers and specialists:
02/ 2013 - 13, 123 miles - Intermediate Service - Porsche Centre East London
06/ 2015 - 30, 276 miles - Intermediate Service - Porsche Centre East London
04/ 2018 - 36, 222 miles - Intermediate Service & Drive Belt - Porsche Centre East London
06/ 2019 - 40, 607 miles - Intermediate Service - Nine Excellence Porsche Specialists
07/ 2020 - 45, 078 miles - Intermediate Service - Porsche Centre South London
07/ 2022 - 51, 322 miles - Intermediate Service - Paul Devyea
09/ 2024 - 56, 549 miles - Intermediate Service - Weston Porsche Specialists
There is no doubt in anyones mind that Porsche have firmly cemented the Boxster and Cayman in the sportscar history books. Whilst the average eye might be drawn to the big wings and carbon fibre adorned RS models, the true pure package can be found in these early cars. This example equipped with a manual gearbox and a set of rare options could just be the sweet spot.
As with all our vehicles, a full digital folder is available on request containing more images, walk-around videos, and scans of the service history. The car can also be viewed by appointment at our West London showroom.
