Porsche 997 Turbo Cabriolet

When purchasing a Porsche, I always look at the complete picture. Mileage and maintenance history are important, of course, but ultimately I am looking for cars that show they have been carefully specified and properly looked after. This 997 Turbo Cabriolet is a good example of that.

The combination of Basalt Black Metallic with a black leather interior remains one of my favourite specifications for a 997 Turbo. Timeless, sporty and exactly how a Turbo should look.

When I first inspected the car, what stood out immediately was how comprehensively it had been specified. Not only with the well-known options such as Sport Chrono and PDK, but also details like the Porsche crests embossed in the headrests, carbon door sill guards and a carbon handbrake lever. These may not make the car any faster, but they do show the attention that was given to the original specification.

Before the car entered our showroom, we prepared it for its next owner. It has been fitted with four new tyres, because with a 997 Turbo you want to make sure all that performance reaches the road properly. In addition, the car has received a major service at an official Porsche Centre and has been professionally detailed.

What I personally like about the 997 Turbo is that it does not need to shout for attention. It delivers performance that many modern sports cars still struggle to match, yet it does so in a relatively understated way. That is one of the reasons why the 997 Turbo has become such a respected model among Porsche enthusiasts.

For the exact specification, I invite you to review the full option list. It gives a clear picture of just how extensively this car was configured from new.

To me, this is exactly the kind of 997 Turbo Cabriolet I like to buy: the right colour combination, a strong specification, documented maintenance history and ready for its next owner.

For more information, the full option list or to arrange a viewing, you are most welcome at 9Classics.

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