2008 Porsche 911 (997.2) Carrera 4S Cabriolet

KEY FACTS

• A highly capable and exciting 997.2-generation Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, presented in a stylish colour scheme and with a desirable factory specification.
• Under the rear engine lid is a 3.8-litre naturally aspirated flat-six engine, delivering power to all four wheels via a seven-speed PDK automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted shift buttons.
• First registered in November 2008,this 2009 model year this example has been with the seller for five years.
• The odometer shows 71,571 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 997.2-era 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet is finished in the sophisticated shade of Midnight Blue Metallic, over an Ocean Blue leather-trimmed interior, punctuated by silver, brushed aluminium, and satin metallic grey trim.
• It rides on a set of 19-inch twin five-spoke alloy wheels, framing red Porsche-branded brake callipers, and fitted with Pirelli P Zero tyres.
• Equipment includes xenon headlights, rear parking sensors, aluminium-effect dials, a Bose sound system, the Sport Chrono Plus package, electrically adjustable dampers, automatic air conditioning, a PCM infotainment system with satellite navigation and Bluetooth telephone preparation, an electrically operated rear spoiler, Porsche Stability Management, and 12-way electrically adjustable heated front seats with three-position driver memory.
• The car comes with the V5C, the owner’s manuals in a black leather wallet, the stamped service booklet, two keys, and a collection of maintenance invoices and MOT certificates.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: a small stone chip on the bonnet edge. The paintwork has reportedly been repainted.
• The most recent MOT test was conducted on 9 April 2026 at 71,484 miles, which resulted in a first-time pass with advisories for a rear inner brake disc being worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and a rear tyre being worn close to the legal limit on both sides. The seller notes that new tyres have since been fitted.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This 911’s most recent maintenance was carried out in April 2026 at 71,484 miles by RMS Works, which consisted of an intermediate service and the drive belt being checked.
• A previous service was carried out in August 2025 at 71,471 miles, which included the drive belt being checked.
• A minor service was carried out in April 2023 at 65,642 miles by ADH Porsche Ltd.

Dates and Mileages:

• Oct 2010 - 5,778 miles - Porsche Centre Guildford (evidenced)
• Nov 2012 - 14,925 miles - Porsche Centre Guildford (evidenced)
• Oct 2014 - 30,581 miles - Porsche Centre Leicester (evidenced)
• Oct 2016 - 44,227 miles - Porsche Centre Bristol (evidenced)
• Oct 2018 - 54,340 miles - Porsche Centre Bristol (evidenced)
• Jul 2020 - 56,266 miles - Porsche Torque Limited (evidenced)
• Apr 2023 - 65,642 miles - ADH Porsche Ltd (evidenced)
• Aug 2025 - 71,471 miles - (evidenced)
• Apr 2026 - 71,484 miles - RMS Works (evidenced)

SUMMARY

This 997.2-generation Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet offers a compelling blend of everyday usability and exciting performance, offering a naturally aspirated flat-six engine, four-wheel drive traction, and a sophisticated PDK transmission. Presented in an appealing blue-over-blue colour scheme, with desirable factory options, and a relatively solid maintenance history, it would make a stylish and very capable companion for rapid daily driving, weekend cruising, and longer-distance road trips alike.

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