Highlights

• A finely presented example of the first series of Porsche Cayenne
• With just a single owner to date and a full and documented service history
• Clearly lightly used having covered a mere 4,400 miles a year on average
  
  

The Appeal

Our example is a first generation, E1 model and comes in sought-after 4.5L V8 specification mated to the six-speed Tiptronic gearbox. Unusually, for this vintage of Cayenne, this example is a one owner car from new with a sensible and original mileage. As you will see from the photographic package, the condition can only be described as excellent. Those who know these remarkable cars will understand how rare that is.

The History and Paperwork

• Our car was registered in July 2006 and supplied via Porsche Centre, Wilmslow
• The original lucky owner has been the car’s one and only keeper ever since
• During this time the Cayenne has clearly been lightly used and well cared for
• There is a good level of paperwork included with this car
• The current V5 in the name of the single owner is on hand
• The original book pack is present including the original service book
• The latter documents a total of 10 services from Porsche dealers and independents
• There are also entries for Pre-Delivery Inspection, brake fluid change and corrosion warranty check
• An invoice for a recent, professional wheel refurbishment is also present
• Two, original Porsche keys are included
• The online MoT history shows a current MoT valid until July 2023
  
  

The Interior

• The brief for the new Cayenne demanded luxury, utility and sportiness to each be represented
• The Cayenne’s cabin does a perfect job of combining those key elements
• The condition of this cabin must rate as excellent throughout
• Clearly this example has benefitted from its recent professional interior detailing
• This included a full re-connolising of all cabin leathers
• The interior of this example is predominantly finished in Steel Grey
• The front seats are finished in soft leather with perforations to the centre panels
• The front seats are fully electrically adjustable and heated
• The rear bench is similarly trimmed and benefits from a centre folding armrest
• The rear bench offers a split/fold function for increased practicality when needed
• The outer two rear seat bases are electrically heated
• Individual climate system vents are included for the rear passengers
• Door cards appear to be in an equally good condition
• These are finished in both leather and carpet and feature accents of brushed aluminium
• The dashboard is dominated by the large, central PCM (Porsche Communication Management) screen
• This is the interface for many of the car’s systems including satellite navigation and sound system
• A binnacle of familiar Porsche gauges sit behind the leather, multi-function steering wheel
• The gauges include the large, signature Porsche tachometer and speedometer 
• A central TFT screen also communicates key information to the driver
• The steering wheel houses numerous controls including Tiptronic gear-change buttons
• The steel grey carpets look in decent condition if a little stained in places
• These have been additionally protected by heavy duty Porsche carpet mats
• The huge boot is fully trimmed in matching steel grey carpet
• Contents can be shielded from prying eyes by the original roller cover
• The original tool set is present under the boot floor but not, seemingly, the spare wheel
  
  

The Exterior

• This example is finished in Titanium Metallic silver
• The overall impression given by the external presentation is very positive overall
• There is a very high level of metallic flake evident in the paintwork
• All areas appear to exude a deep and lustrous shine
• Similarly, the bodywork appears to be very sound
• The panel gaps all appear tight and symmetrical in typical Porsche fashion
• That’s not to say there isn’t the odd scrape and minor paint bubble in evidence
• These have been photographed and can only be expected for a car of this age
• Light lenses and cabin glass appear to be in good condition with no obvious issues
• Our car sits on 20-inch Cayenne “Sport Techno” alloy wheels
• These have recently enjoyed a full and professional refurbishment
• New centre caps have also been fitted
• They are fitted with a mixed set of tyres in a 275/40 configuration
• The purity of the E1 design combined with the fine condition make for an eye-catching car
  
  

The Mechanics

• The Cayenne S, featured here, is propelled by the 4.5L V8 petrol engine
• This naturally aspirated unit was originally rated at 340bhp and 420 nm of torque
• Power is delivered via a six-speed Tiptronic transmission to a permanent four-wheel drive system
• Automatic locking diffs and low range gearbox are included for off-road excursions
• In this configuration the car was good for a 7 second 0-60mph time and 150mph
• PHC, ABS and ABD all work together to help maintain composure in all conditions
• The under-bonnet presentation appears in keeping with the car’s maintenance history
• The underside looks clean and straight, too, for an occasional off-road car
• The Cayenne has been regularly maintained throughout its life 
• It boasts a sensible, original mileage added progressively
• This results in a car that is reported to be in an excellent mechanical condition
• The owner reports that the car “runs like a dream and just asks to be driven.”
  
  

Summary