2005 Porsche 997 Carrera Cabriolet 6-Speed
Vehicle Details
- Year: 2005
- Make: Porsche
- Model: 911 Cabriolet
- VIN: WP0CA29915S755936
- Mileage Shown: 83,389
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Black
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: New Rochelle, NY 10801
- Country: United States of America
- Lot #: V-0059575
Equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission mated to its 3.6-liter flat-six engine, this 2005 Porsche 997 Carrera Cabriolet is finished in Black over Sand Beige leather upholstery. Factory options include heated front seats, a multifunction steering wheel, Sport Chrono Package Plus, the Bose High-End Sound Package, the Power Seat Package, the Bi-Xenon Headlamp Package, and more. Acquired by the seller in September 2021, this example has received thorough servicing since and is now being offered for auction out of New York with approximately 83k miles showing on the odometer.
This example was ordered in nonmetallic Black with a matching soft top and optional bi-xenon headlights. Modifications include red brake calipers and clear side markers. Additional features consist of fog lights, a speed-activated rear spoiler, dual exhaust outlets, and 18” Carrera III wheels with optional colored Porsche crests. It rides on 2021-dated tires mounted approximately 15k miles ago. In 2023, the car received new rear wheel stone guards, along with a paint correction and ding removal. The seller reports the car received an 8.5/10 exterior condition score from Porsche Club of America judges at the Vanderbilt Concours event in the summer of 2024. Noted imperfections include road chips on the front bumper and hood, as well as a 1” scratch above the license plate. Detailed images are provided in the gallery along with a clean CARFAX report.
The cabin features Sand Beige leather upholstery. Factory options include heated front seats, the Power Seat Package, a leather-wrapped three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, the Bose High-End Sound Package, a remote CD changer, and a Sport Chrono stopwatch dial mounted on the dashboard. Noted imperfections include slight wear on the driver’s side seat bolster and handbrake, scratches on the center console, and a missing analog minute hand on the Sport Chrono clock, though the digital display and large analog second hand remain fully functional. Upgrades include the replacement of the heat and A/C control buttons with OEM parts, the installation of new OEM vanity mirror flip covers in 2022, a new OEM horn in 2022, and a discreet Bluetooth conversion for the original entertainment unit. A magnetic phone holder is installed next to the head unit.
This first-generation 997 Carrera is powered by a naturally aspirated 3.6-liter flat-six engine paired with a desirable 6-speed manual gearbox. Factory-rated at 325 HP and 273 lb.-ft of torque, it delivers power to the rear wheels, achieving 0-60 MPH in approximately 5 seconds. The seller highlights the following service items:
- 2021 – New OEM brake rotors and red caliper installation
- 2022 – New OEM fuel pump
- 2022 – New 12V battery
- 2022 – New OEM hydraulic piston system for cabriolet top (2 new pistons, one on each side of car)
- 2022 – New front bumper OEM signal/fog/running lights (both new)
- 2022 – Headlight lenses restored
- 2022 – New OEM retractable coffee holder in dash
- 2022 – New OEM alternator
- 2022 – New OEM horn
- 2023 – New OEM full clutch assembly
- 2023 – Paint correction/ding removal
- 2023 – New clear paint protection film stone guards on left and right rear fenders
- 2023 – Transmission service with new fluid
- 2023 – New OEM pull lever pivot, driver side door
- 2024 – New ignition starter motor (reconditioned)
- 2024 – New OEM engine belt
- 2025 (July) – Full service with new spark plugs and new OEM coils
- 2025 (July) – New OEM engine mounts
This sale will include a clean title, two keys, a battery tender, and Porsche touch-up paint (Black).
The seller would like you to know: “Thank you for visiting my auction. This is a highly original example of a 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet. It is a driver's car owned by a Porsche Club of America member and owner of more than a few Porsche automobiles. Purchased in September 2021, it has been serviced at all mandatory intervals by trained Porsche specialists in Westchester County, NY (primarily Rennwerk - service technicians to many Porsches in Jerry Seinfelds collection - and MTech). This car has always been garage-kept in a private, underground, temperature-controlled facility. During my ownership, this car has primarily been used as a top-down summer vehicle and has not been driven extensively in inclement weather or during the winter months, except for occasional light rain. Detailed service history available, and tires (purchased in 2022) are in very good condition. I put quite a bit into maintaining, protecting, and improving on the originality of this car. Most of all, I used it! Yes, it has some rock chips on the front bumper and bonnet and a few very small imperfections, but overall a great looking original car. Exterior condition received a score of 8.5 out of 10 by judges in a Porsche Club of America Vanderbilt Concours event in the summer of 2024. I gained a lot from it, and with its excellent service and maintenance history, it promises to deliver many more miles of driving pleasure. I look forward to passing it on to the next caretaker. Also, I will be available during auction week for any questions and will do my best to respond as soon as possible.”
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Thank you for your bid CadCam124. I'll be check in periodically to respond to any questions you may have from now through final hours of bidding about 5 days from now. Feel free to ask any questions.
Bid in the amount of $31,500