The 987 Cayman S occupies an interesting middle ground right now. It’s newer than the 996-generation 911s for around the same price, but mostly flies under the radar in terms of profile as a modern classic. Much like the 944 Turbo was a few generations ago, that means you get the most for your dollar – at least, in many cases. Today’s car is number 460 of the 700 limited-edition Sport models. Was the “S” not enough sport for you already? No problem, the S Sport upped the ante with a remap of the DME to 303 horsepower, some GT3-esque exterior details, and you could get them in GT3 Green, as we see here. Of course, being eye-searing green and a limited model, this one isn’t cheap.
2008 Porsche Cayman S Sport on eBay:
From the seller:
2008 Porsche Cayman S – Bose High End Sound Pkg – Full Leather – 6 Speed!
#460 of #700, Beautiful Rare Color (GT3/RS Green) w/Exterior Design Package (Black), Black Full Leather Seats & Bose High End Sound Package. For sale by private owner. Has been garage kept and well serviced.
Vehicle Features:
- Paint to Sample – GT3RS Green
- 42,816 Miles
- 3.4L Flat 6 Cylinder
- Upgraded FVD Brombacher Dual Exhaust
- 6 Speed Manual Transmission
- Gloss Black 19in Sport Design Wheels
- Exterior Design Package (Black)
- Self Dim Mirrors & Rain Sensor
- Rear Spoiler
- Front End Wrapped in 3M
- Keyless Entry
- Black Full Leather Interior
- Alcantara Trimmed Steering Wheel, Shift Knob and Parking Brake Handle
- Heated Front Seats
- Porsche Crests in Headrests
- Automatic Climate Control
- Cruise Control
- Bose High End Sound Package w/CD Changer
- Power Mirrors
- Porsche Stability Management
- Owner Manuals
- (2) Sets of Keys
- Car Cover
- MSRP $75,545
Recent Service Records:
7/12/2023 – Service: Remove and Replace Oil Separator Hose ($325). Breather Hose ($96)
12/20/2022 – Service: Install Mass Air Meater ($187.00). Bosch Mass Airflow Sensor ($310.18)
12/16/2022 – Service: Installed New Battery ($46.75). New Parts: Interstate Battery ($199)
12/9/2022 – Service: Replace Oil Cooler ($187) and Replace Oil Separator ($370.26). New Parts: Oil Cooler ($287), Large Oil Cooler O-Rings ($3.84), Small Oil O-Rings ($8.44), Breather Tube ($98), IPD Plenum Factory Parts & Installation ($55), & Air oil Separator ($132)
8/4/2022 – Service: Porsche Multi-Point Inspection/clutch work and repair ($7,141). New Parts: Coupling, Assembly Dual Mass Fly Wheel, Bolts, Screws, IMS Bearing, ETC.
Vehicle located in Clearwater, FL 33755. Vehicle shipping and or export is at buyers effort and expense.
As these go, this is about as desirable as a first-generation Cayman S gets. Is it $53k desirable? Well, that scratch gets you into a newer model, or at least one with far fewer miles. However, as mentioned before the break, this is a limited-edition Porsche in a special color, and it’ll likely retain its value far better than most. Viewed in that light, it might not be a horrible longer-term keeper.
-Carter
the performance is there but, man, the rear end on the Cayman is just the pits and in green pretty much looks like a bored frog…