Classic ‘triple black’ finish with Basalt Black paintwork
Very well maintained by main dealers and specialists
Recent front shocks, rear dampers, service and suspension arms
MOT valid to September 2026 with no advisories
The Appeal
If you’re after a usable modern 911 and you know your specs, then this 2006 997.1 feels like it ticks all the boxes. It is the elevated ‘S’ model with the larger and more powerful 3.8L flat six and clever PASM suspension system. There is also a manual box, AWD surefootedness and, of course, it’s a versatile cabriolet.
Finished in classic ‘triple’ black for the Basalt Black paintwork, fabric roof and leather cabin, it is a really well-presented car in great order for a 20-year-old car. It looks far younger, thanks to the low mileage, which averages just 3,800 miles per year.
The vendor acquired the car in 2014 and tells us that it has always been garaged and stored using a soft bespoke car cover. The history file backs up this sense of care, showing a regular run of servicing work by main dealers and specialists. Recent maintenance in 2025 included new front shocks, rear dampers, and a window regulator, plus a service in August 2024 and suspension arms in June of that year. Further back, there are plenty of invoices for work, which are included in the photos.
With an advisory-free MOT until late September 2026, this low-mileage, low-owner early 997 looks very tempting.
The vendor says:
"The 997 has been a fabulous car for us we have plodded around in the sunshine going for breakfast down to the beach and blasted the back roads to the New Forest for weekends away and every minute of driving her is memorable. This remember is one of the super cars of her day and still today point to point she is an amazing car to drive and can get you wherever you wish to go in comfort and style as slowly or swiftly as you like to drive ! Heated seats also work perfectly so roof down cold sunny days are a great experience."
Front shocks, window regular and rear dampers replaced in 2025
Serviced in August 2024
Suspension arms replaced June 2024
MOT valid to 28th September 2026 with no advisories
75,648 miles showing on MOT test and 76,535 miles in photos
The vendor says:
"We purchased the 997 in 2014 and have been custodians of her for more than 11 years and she has bought a smile to our faces every time she’s driven. We have garaged the car at all times . The garage is heated and the car has a custom fit soft protective cover that will be included with the car. We believe we are the third owners of the car as we have receipts from the previous two owners in the comprehensive document folder. The car has both the original keys and booklets supplied from new."
Classic 911 cabriolet colour scheme of ‘triple black’
Basalt Black metallic paintwork in very good condition, as shown
Few marks even to usual areas such as panel edges and the front of the car
Light stone chips to front plus a small scuff to note
Well-kept 19in five spoke factory alloys in good order with light kerbing
Fitted with matching Pirelli PZero tyres showing good tread and sidewall condition
Underside as shown with no structural advisories on MOT
Electric folding fabric roof in good order with light marks to note in photos
Supplied with tonneau cover and storage bag as shown
Black leather interior with silver stitching presents very well
Some light wear to usual high traffic areas such as the driver’s bolster and squab
Small area of damage to the back of one seat as shown in the photos
Switchgear and trim in very good condition with no reported issues
Retains its original factory touchscreen system with navigation and multi CD change
Features heated seats
Roof headlining appears clean and well-kept in photos
The vendor says:
"The car is in stunning condition for a vehicle nearly 20 years old. The pictures should show the car in all her glory and inspection / viewing is recommended before the auction ends. This car will definitely not disappoint anyone looking for a genuine 997 4S Manual Cabriolet. Everything externally is how it should be and is In amazing condition.
"The full leather interior is unmarked and still has that lovely leather smell when you get in. All the carpets and mats are in excellent condition . The electric seats work perfectly to find the perfect driving position. Everything internally is working correctly with no warning lights. The car is fitted with the full Bose sound system and 6 cd multi disc changer that works perfectly. The car has the old telephone system that requires its own SIM card but again works perfectly and is crystal clear. The car has the wind deflector stored in the front bonnet area."image.png1.38 MB
The Mechanics
3.8-litre (3,824cc) ‘S’ specification flat six engine
6spd manual gearbox
S Pack with PASM system and uprated suspension and brakes
All Wheel Drive system
Full service history to August 2024 as shown
Recent suspension and brake work detailed above and in photos
No advisories on MOT
The vendor says:
"The car runs as drives perfectly and has a full service history made up in her early years by Porsche main dealer and all subsequent services and maintenance have been carried out by independent specialists. The car is completely factory standard as all the pictures will show."
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