911 Turbo Cabriolet (997.2) | PH Auction Block

Two turbos, 4WD, PDK and silly speed like a new one - for rather less money

Clearly there’s only one thing to do when Porsche announces a new PCCM system: look for dream sports cars in the classifieds that you’d fit it to. Never mind that you haven’t purchased the head unit, or really have any intention to - it’s nice to daydream a little. A manual 991 might be cool, or a Boxster that’s almost 15 years old yet still looks fantastic, or a Cayman R - you get the idea.

But how about something less obvious? There’s choice aplenty, after all, and it would be boring if we were going on about the same thing all the time. So here’s a 997.2, one of the cars now compatible with PCCM, albeit in drop-top Turbo form. The ultimate all-weather sports car, it might be said.

Think about it. When the sun’s out there’s all the joy of open motoring with space for small humans in the back. And, if a purely subjective take, a better resolved look than some later 911 cabrios, without quite such a big bottom. It’s obviously busy back there, housing an engine and a roof, if not as jam-packed as we’ve become used to with the 992.

Then, when the rain comes (some rain must come soon), there’s the security on offer from all-wheel drive, a well-insulated cabrio cabin, and a dash that will outlive the sun. Again, if a new 911 feels a bit too much like style over substance, get a load of the buttons in here. It might even be a shame to lose it for CarPlay, in fact…

And whatever the weather, this is a 500hp, 200mph 911, which is obviously not without appeal. The 997.2 is a notable Turbo for having introduced PDK to the flagship, a transformation from the old Tiptronic torque and technology that’s still used to such devastating effect today. If you want a modern 911 experience with classic dimensions and style, the 997.2 is where it’s at. With that desirability reflected in the residual values.

This particular Turbo, to be auctioned on PH from Sunday, has covered just 30,000 miles in 15 years, with a condition commensurate with such modest mileage. And while the spec might be a little sombre, that certainly makes it a lot more saleable than some wild individual colour combo. Call it a blank canvas - once the PCCM is in, the bug might bite, and it’ll be Fuchs wheels and Pasha upholstery before you know…

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