Cayman 987 Gen 2 S Man - Best places to search

[dunc_sx]

Just looking for some recommendations of where to look for one of these, my current searches are -

Autotrader
eBay
Pistonheads
RSJ Sports Cars

Alternatively if anyone knows of a good one please let me know. I'm up in Scotland so if I was to purchase from away down south I'd be looking to get a PPI.

It has to be a 3.4 Gen2 manual, not picky on colour with the exception of silver I'm not so keen on.

Thanks,

Duncan.

[dunc_sx]

Thanks Andy, that one caught my eye today on autotrader (I think) but it's listed on his website as sold. I liked it and sensible price as well

Rgds,

Duncan.

[dunc_sx]

Thanks for the responses

Andy, I would appreciate that I'd also consider a gen2 man 997 but realise I'll pay for the privilege and not sure if it's justifiable.

Cmoose, thanks I'll add to my list - do you think it would be sensible to purchase unseen from this particular garage? I would with RSJ, and of course I'll be driving it so higher mileage (but still sensible) cars are what I'm after.

GT4P, thanks for the information.

One more question, are there any specialists (or enthusiasts) near Sheffield that could inspect a car for me? I've travelled far for cars before and don't enjoy it especially if they don't meet expectations!

Thanks,

Dunc.

[dunc_sx]

That's a good shout Klippie, can you remember what sort of damage a 111 inspection costs?

Thanks,

Dunc

[dunc_sx]

Mattman, thanks - good selection there. He's got a cayman sport in but it's 30k. I'm not overly sure what a sport is though?

GC1976, thanks I've given him a call and waiting for a call back.

anonymous said:

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cmoose, thanks. I'd like to think with a gen 2 the risk might be a little less of non 111 checked issues showing up?

Thanks,

Duncan.

[dunc_sx]

Cheers for explaining

[dunc_sx]

Andyoz said:

I'd agree with Ashgoods recommendation.
I have not had the chance to deal with them but often think their prices are very similar to the same car at private sale but you get the backup of buying from a dealer (with excellent reputation). They only have a gen 2 2.9 base at the moment (still a great car)

Thanks Andy, I'm keeping an eye open

[dunc_sx]

80 Quattro, thanks for the feedback. I've actually never bought a car from a dealer in my life and they've almost always been great. I have looked at them personally myself first though, hence considering using a respected dealer this time. Either method is fine though, as lon g as the end result is good.

GC, I had spotted that one - strongish money but the real problem is it's ludicrously far away from me. There's a decent bit of extra cost on that whether I get it transported or collect (groan).

Cheers,

Dunc.

[dunc_sx]

Shjc2, thanks for the input

On the subject of inspections I was surprised to see that a bore scope check isn't included in the porsche inspections PPI. Therefore I assume this will be the car with any others.

I've currently got a car in my sights and should hear back with further information on Monday.

Dunc.

Edited by dunc_sx on Saturday 18th January 10:17

[dunc_sx]

In the final stages of making a deal (on a 997 c2s not a cayman) and it's come to light that although the service history of the car is known and good the service booklet is missing.

I'm a bit annoyed it got to this stage before I was made aware of this, how important is this considered to be for selling on in future?

Dunc.

[dunc_sx]

Shjc2, there's no book at all.

GC1976, it's putting me off as well. That Cayman it's not for me, I'm not a straight line speed fan. These things have enough power for me (I've got a silly race car for scary stuff).

Cmoose, it definitely lowers the value of the car in my opinion.

The current state of play is the car has had 7 services, first 4 at OPC and next 3 at an independent specialist. There's invoices for 5 of them (I don't yet know which ones, hopefully the Indy).

I've asked for clarification as this was picked up during the independent inspection.

Dunc.

Edited by dunc_sx on Friday 24th January 16:15

[dunc_sx]

Thanks for the input Shjc2 and cmoose, I was thinking along the same lines.

I've had an email from the garage on the subject saying the previous owner moved house and can't find the service book. If it doesn't turn up they have offered to get a new one stamped for me, so perhaps all is not lost?

Dunc.