Bore scope carried out in March 2026, confirming no signs of cylinder scoring
Engine rebuilt in 2015 at 53,000 miles
Recent mechanical work, including brakes, steering rack, and ignition components
Garaged and maintained at a Porsche specialist throughout current ownership
Well-documented service history
The Appeal
The 987 Cayman S is widely regarded as one of the most rewarding driver's cars in the Porsche stable. Its mid-mounted 3.4-litre flat-six and well-balanced weight distribution deliver a driving experience that punches well above its price point, and paired with a six-speed manual gearbox, it offers a level of engagement that few modern sports cars can match.
This Black over Tan example has been garaged and cared for at a Porsche specialist in Chelmsford throughout its current ownership of approximately three years. Crucially for any 987 buyer, the engine was rebuilt in 2015 at 53,000 miles, and a bore scope carried out in March 2026 revealed no signs of cylinder scoring. The recent mechanical attention has been thorough: the steering rack and coolant pipe system were replaced in June 2023, the starter motor, AOS filter, and battery followed in June 2024, and the brake pads, discs, spark plugs, and ignition coils were all renewed in November 2025.
A stainless steel exhaust has been fitted, which the vendor tells us produces a sound that always attracts compliments. The vendor describes the car as running faultlessly and being a pleasure to drive.image.png788.29 KB
Key Information
Mileage: 84,200 miles
Country of registration: UK (reimported; the car was in Northern Ireland between 2012 and 2017)
Paperwork: Service history available from the current ownership period and some previous years; gaps exist from 2012 to 2017 due to the car being in Northern Ireland
Optional equipment (total £1,873):
19-inch Carrera Classic wheel - £1,256
CDC-4 six-disc CD autochanger - £348
Seat heating - £269
Black - £0
Service history:
07/25 - 80,899 miles - Porsche Specialist Services
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