Overview of the Porsche Cayman 2.7 Manual
This Porsche Cayman is a December 2007 base grade coupe, chassis code ABA-98720, offered at USS Yokohama on 13 October 2026 as lot 84039. It is finished in original black metallic with black half leather, and it is a left hand drive, five speed manual official dealer import. The odometer on the sheet reads 20,860 km, approximately 12,962 miles, and the cluster photograph agrees with that figure. The unit is not clearly circled on the sheet, so kilometres is assumed from the layout.
The auction grade is 4.5 with an interior grade of B, which puts it among the better cars to appear in the imported car section. The inspector records only small cosmetic marks, the shaken is valid until October 2027, and the sheet notes a dealer inspection in 2025 with the service record book present. For a buyer who wants a mid engine Porsche that still feels fresh, with very low mileage for its age, that is a strong starting point.
The Drive Review: Porsche Cayman 987 with the 2.7 Flat Six
The Cayman is built around its layout. The flat six sits behind the seats, driving the rear wheels, which gives the car a low polar moment and a calm, planted turn in. The coupe body shell is stiffer than the Boxster it grew from, and that shows in steering that feels precise and a chassis that responds cleanly to small inputs. Many owners and testers have said the chassis could handle more power than the base engine provides, which is exactly why this version is enjoyed for balance rather than outright speed.
The 2.7 litre engine is the smaller flat six in the range. It is smooth, revs willingly towards its limit and has the metallic, urgent flat six note that no turbocharged rival can copy. The five speed manual used on the base car has a short, mechanical throw, and the sheet records a genuine short shifter with the standard shifter included in the car. Hydraulic style steering feedback, a hard working rev counter and a lightweight feel at the front axle make it a driver's car in the old sense. Next to a modern sports car it has less torque, no turbo lag to manage and far fewer electronic aids, so the car asks you to do the work. The extra interest in this particular specification is the manual gearbox, the very low mileage and a mild history.
Auction Details
The car is lot 84039 at USS Yokohama, auction date 13 October 2026, graded 4.5 overall with interior grade B and an exterior grade of 4.5 in the feed. The auction start price is ¥1,780,000. The Autoselecta guide bidding range is £5,250 to £10,500. This is an estimated bidding range based on recent results and is not a guaranteed purchase price, and the car may sell above or below it. Four similar cars sold at Japanese auctions between £5,210 and £10,109, though that range includes other versions and conditions. For the minimum bid and the full landed cost to your country, see the price panel on this page.
All bids must be submitted before 9PM UK time the evening before auction. For this lot that means the deadline is 9pm UK time on Monday 12 October.
Vehicle Specifications
Manufacturer: Porsche. Model: Cayman, 987 generation, base grade. Chassis code: ABA-98720. Frame number on the sheet: WP0ZZZ98Z8U750860. First registration: December 2007 (Heisei 19). Engine: 2,700 cc flat six, petrol. Transmission: five speed floor manual. Steering: left hand drive. Colour: black, original colour with no colour change. Interior: black half leather. Body: two seat coupe. Dimensions per the inspection certificate: length 434 cm, width 180 cm, height 130 cm. Mileage: 20,860 km, approximately 12,962 miles. Shaken valid until October 2027 (Reiwa 9). Registration plate shown as Yokohama 35x 3 17. The sheet gives a recycling deposit of ¥20,710. Drive type is not marked on the sheet, but the Cayman is a mid engine rear wheel drive car.
Factory Features and Equipment
The sheet marks factory alloy wheels, power steering, power windows, leather and airbags, and shows automatic air conditioning. The sales points add an Alpine display audio unit, described as the genuine unit included in the car, a reversing camera and the genuine 17 inch alloy wheels. The photographs show silver multi spoke alloys and a touchscreen head unit in the centre of the dashboard above the climate controls. A wire and a small microphone sit on the dash in the photographs, and the sheet lists a dashcam. The standard shifter is said to be included in the car, and the sheet also lists the new car service booklet with warranty as present. The sunroof and any navigation function are not confirmed on the sheet.
Japanese Auction Report Translation
The sheet confirms the car was bought directly from a private owner. It is listed as a left hand drive, five speed manual, in black metallic with black half leather. The points to note say a dealer inspection was carried out in 2025 (Reiwa 7) and the service record book is present. The sheet also lists a dashcam and a spare key.
A separate line reads owner's manual, service booklet and spare key, marked as coming at a later date. This is not clear as to whether the spare key and books come with the car or follow afterwards, so please confirm with us before bidding. The new car service booklet with warranty is circled as present.
The inspector's report reads scratches in the cabin, possibly the cover area, with small scuffs. The word before the part name is not certain, so the exact location inside the car is not confirmed. No engine, gearbox, oil leak, air conditioning or warning light comments are recorded by the inspector. The two wheel drive or four wheel drive box is not marked on the sheet.
Damage Diagram and Body Condition
The diagram shows five marks. A1 on the front bumper is a small scratch. A stone chip mark at the front, behind the bumper, is read as windscreen or bonnet area, but the exact position on the drawing is not certain. W2 on the left side in the door area is a repair mark or panel wave, grade 2, meaning visible rather than difficult to detect. AU1 on the right side door area is a small scratch with touch up paint. A1 on the rear bumper is a small scratch.
The photographs show clean, glossy black paintwork with no obvious dents. The W2 on the left door is the one mark to inspect in person or through close up images, because it points to previous bodywork or paint on that panel. The sheet does not say replaced panel, rust or corrosion anywhere. Overall this reads as collector leaning, usable enthusiast condition: a tidy, low mileage car with minor cosmetic marks and one repair to understand.
Interior Condition
The interior grade is B. The photographs show black leather seats with a darker suede style insert on the seat centres and light stitching, a black dashboard and a simple manual gear lever with the handbrake to its left. The steering wheel appears in good order and the carpets look tidy. The inspector records scratches and small scuffs in the cabin. The cluster photograph shows 20860 on the odometer, with the trip meter at 157.5 km, an outside temperature of 23.5 degrees and a seat belt reminder lamp lit, which is normal with the belts unfastened. Smoke or odour comments are not recorded.
Japanese Auction Grades
Japanese auction grades run from 1 to 5 for the body and shell, with 4.5 sitting among the cleanest cars normally offered. The interior is graded separately from A to D, so a B means good condition with some light wear. Grades guide condition, but the diagram and comments matter just as much.
Model History of the Porsche Cayman
The Cayman arrived in 2005 as the hard top coupe companion to the Boxster, with the Cayman S launching first on a 3.4 litre flat six. The 987 generation, to which this car belongs, set a new standard for a mid engine Porsche and was widely praised for handling that rivalled the 911. A smaller 2.7 litre engine followed to make an accessible base car, paired with a five speed manual or an automatic option, while the S used a six speed. The Cayman proved Porsche could build a mid engine coupe that was a serious sports car in its own right.
Why This Model Has Become Collectible
The early 987 Cayman is now regarded as the point where the modern mid engine Porsche came of age. It has hydraulic steering, a naturally aspirated flat six, a proper manual gearbox and no turbocharging, which many enthusiasts now actively seek. Cars that survive with low mileage, a dealer service record and unspoiled interiors are becoming harder to find, and Japan is one of the best places to find them because of its mileage taxes and careful ownership culture. A left hand drive official dealer import with 20,860 km is not common. Values depend entirely on the market and nothing here is a promise of future prices.
What To Look For When Buying This Model
The key mechanical point on this generation of flat six is the intermediate shaft bearing, often called the IMS bearing. It has been much discussed on the 987.1 cars. Ask whether it has been upgraded or inspected, and ask for the full service history. Look for oil weeping at the rear main seal and along the bottom of the engine, and check coolant levels and hoses. On the manual, check clutch bite and the feel of the shift. This car has very low use, so check for age related issues such as perished rubber and tyres that are old rather than worn. On this sheet, ask for close images of the W2 repair mark on the left door, the cabin scratches and the stone chips at the front. Confirm the spare key and the books with us before bidding.
Why Import This Car From Japan
Japanese cars are often kept in garages, serviced at dealers and driven sparingly, and a left hand drive dealer import means the car suits most export markets without conversion. The independent inspection and clear grading give you more information than most private sales.
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Auction Caution
Auction cars are inspected before sale but remain used vehicles. The auction sheet is an independent condition guide, not a mechanical warranty. A 2007 performance car may need servicing, maintenance or refurbishment after purchase, whatever its mileage. Please note the important points from this sheet: the W2 repair mark on the left door, the small scratches on both bumpers, the stone chips at the front, the AU1 touch up on the right door, the scratches and scuffs in the cabin, and the uncertainty over whether the spare key, owner's manual and service booklet come with the car. Confirm these with Autoselecta before you place a bid.
