Porsche Cayman (981)
2013–2016
Lowest price
£20,100
Since 2020
Median price
£27,725
Since 2020 · n=6
Highest price
£31,750
Since 2020
Sold cars
6
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 6 lots

Based on 6 verified auction results
£28,239
Market value · recent verified sales
+3.3%
12-month change
Hold or Wait
Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.
Prices have been flat (+3.3%). No strong directional signal.
MSRP
—
Collectibility
5/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
£30,435
+8%
5-Year Forecast
£31,177
+10%
Estimates based on 6 verified United Kingdom sales.
Market scores
40
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Good
60
Resale Outlook
How many remain
See how many Porsche Cayman remain on UK roads · 2025 Q4.
Licensed
434
Cars
SORN
40
Cars
Sourced from DVLA registration data via howmanyleft.co.uk. SORN = Statutory Off-Road Notification (registered but off-road).
Option premiums
What every option is worth.
Manual gearbox
−£3,101-11%13 with · 4 without · low confidence
Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Prices are adjusted to the model's median mileage before comparing. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.
Marque analyst note
The Porsche Cayman 981 is trading at a median of £28,239 in the UK market, up 3.3 per cent year-on-year, posting a hold signal against a backdrop of stable pricing conditions. The modest appreciation reflects the car's position as a credible collectible without the volatility attached to headline models across the marque's range.
Liquidity in this segment remains thin, with only six transactions tracked over the past twelve months and no active listings presently available. This scarcity of sales data carries medium confidence in pricing signals and means prospective buyers should expect extended search periods while sellers may face patience tests in building viewings.
The Cayman 981 occupies the stable modern classic category with moderate desirability, anchored by its practical mid-engine layout and accessible performance credentials relative to the 911 platform. These fundamentals have sustained interest without triggering the speculative pressure seen in rarer variants, positioning it as a rational entry into Porsche ownership rather than a collector's trophy.
Base-case projections suggest the 981 Cayman will climb to approximately £30,435 over three years and £31,177 over five years, implying annualised gains of around 2.5 per cent in the medium term. This trajectory reflects steady demand from enthusiasts seeking reliability and driving engagement, though appreciation will likely trail more exclusive marque offerings.
The hold recommendation suits buyers comfortable with ownership at current pricing and sellers in no rush to move stock. Strong fundamentals and transparent supply dynamics should keep valuations grounded whilst the thin transaction count limits upside volatility.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg value£28,239
- Annual appr. rate+3.3%/yr
UK Park (DVLA)
- Still licensed434
- SORN'd (off-road)40
- Total in DVLA records474
- All Porsche Caymans2,499
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked26
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared26 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)£450
- Maintenance£900
- Storage£2,400
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual cost£3,750
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months2
- Sell-Through33%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale Price£26,263
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price Range£20,100 – £31,750
- Total Sales Tracked6
Recent sales
Showing latest 6Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.