Description
The Cayman R was a limited numbers model launched in 2011 as performance-based rework of the Cayman 3. 4 S with increased power, upgraded suspension and around 55kg of weight savings including aluminium doors and lightweight ‘spyder’ alloy wheels. Other factory ‘R’ upgrades included a 997 Sport-Design steering wheel, black faced instruments, body coloured centre console and red seatbelts. In total Porsche built 1, 621 Cayman R's, a small alocation of just 220 cars being given to the UK.
The Cayman R has been described as "... a Cayman spread with GT3 dust" which sum’s the car up pretty accurately and the Cayman R would ultimately lead the way to the first Caman GT model, the GT4 which would eventually be released with the 981 Cayman in 2015.
Externally the Cayman R is recognisable by its distinctive and unique features, including Boxster Spyder alloy wheels and Contrasting Coloured Mirrors, Air intakes, Rear wing and Porsche side decals. The R also featured a body coloured front splitters.
This particular Cayman R is in exceptional and virtually unmarked condition throughout and presents with nothing more than a few very light stone chips on close inspection. The bright silver Spyder alloy wheels are in superb condition and compliment the contrasting silver mirrors, air intakes, rear wing perfectly and decals perfectly. Tyres are a matching set of Michelin Pilot Sports with good tread remaining.
On the inside, the black leather hard back sports seats show no major signs of wear or use. The sports seats are also 2-way electrically adjustable and offer the perfect balance of support and comfort for longer journeys. They are also electrically heated for those crisp but cold winter drives.
The Interior trim remains in superb condition with no damage or wear and all switch-gear works as it should. The interior features some nice ‘GT’ themed elements such as the smooth leather trimmed 997 steering wheel with ’12 O’clock’ marker, PDK transmission paddles, red seat belts, body coloured centre console, aluminium style drivers pedals, light-weight door trims with red door pulls and the sports chrono stopwatch.
This Cayman R was ordered with several factory options to make the car more useable and comfortable including Automatic Air Conditioning, PCM with European Navigation, Park Assist and very desirable Sport Chrono Plus. This Cayman R also has one of the rarest of ‘R’ options – Cup Holders, critical on a longer trip!!
On the road, the Cayman R is a joy to drive as you would expect. The car feels light whilst remaining tight and responsive with impeccable mid-engine handling with performance which does not disappoint whilst the Brembo brakes are powerful and confidence inspiring.
The double-clutch 7-speed PDK transmission is superb and really maximises the cars performance whilst offering manual selections via the steering wheel paddles as the mood takes. Sport and Sport Plus modes are selectable should the driver wish to liven things up even further and the howl of the 3. 4 flat six at higher revs is simply intoxicating and addictive. These are a real driver’s car.
SPECIFICATION:
Chassis Number: WP0ZZZ98ZCS791348
Colour: C9Z – Basalt Black
Interior: Black Leather
Build / Option Codes:
C16 – UK Specification
022 – Instrument Dials in Black
025 – Black faced stopwatch
220 – Limited Slip Differential
250 – PDK 7-Speed Transmission
342 – Heated Seats
375 – 2 way electrically adjustable Sports Seat left
376 - 2 way electrically adjustable Sports Seat right
424 - CD Compartment
440 – Windscreen Antenna
445 – 19” Boxster Spyder Alloy Wheels
446 – Colour Crest Wheel Centre Caps
476 – Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
490 – Sound Package Plus
519 – Contrast Colour Silver
567 – Top Tint Windscreen
573 – Automatic Air Conditioning
585 – Cup Holders
610 – DVD Navigation Europe
621 – Passenger 12v Power Socket
635 – Park Assist
640 – Sport Chrono Plus
672 – Navigation Module
840 – Sport Design Steering Wheel
XAM – Cayman Aero Kit
XDM – Trim Strip in Body Colour
XME – Centre Console in Body Colour
PERFORMANCE:
Engine - 6 Cylinder flat six – Naturally Aspirated
Power - 330bhp
0-62mph - 4. 9 seconds
Top Speed - 174mph (where legal)!The Cayman was first registered on 9th November 2011 at Porsche Centre Sutton Coldfield. The current owner purchased the car in August 2022 as an approved used Porsche when the car had covered just 30, 000 miles and has driven less than 5, 000 miles in the car over the last 2 years.
The Servicing documents show the Cayman R has been regularly serviced and maintained within the Official Porsche Main Dealer Network with the last service being carried out at 33, 131 miles.
The service details show the following history:-
Date Mileage Garage
09/ 11/ 11 1st Reg Porsche Centre Sutton Coldfield
28/ 11/ 13 9, 216 Porsche Centre Sutton Coldfield
06/ 11/ 15 17, 634 Porsche Centre Solihull
30/ 7/ 16 21, 055 Porsche Centre Solihull
18/ 10/ 17 24, 413 Porsche Centre Wolverhampton
15/ 11/ 19 25, 687 Porsche Centre Chester
28/ 11/ 21 28, 983 Porsche Centre Belfast
29/ 03/ 22 29, 115 Porsche Centre Belfast
28/ 11/ 23 33, 131 Porsche Centre Belfast
This Cayman R is HPi Clear and has an MOT valid until 22nd February 2025 which shows no advisory points were raised at the last test & the Cayman will be sold with a fresh MOT.
PRICE:
This immaculate Cayman R PDK is priced at £37, 995 including 3 months warranty.
Part Exchange Welcome
Finance packages available
