2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet: Midnight Blue Manual and Built for the Open Road Few cars capture the Porsche ownership experience like a manual Carrera S Cabriolet. Finished in Midnight Blue Metallic over Stone Grey Sport Seats this 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet delivers the kind of open-air naturally aspirated 911 experience that continues to make the 997 generation so desirable. This is a car for someone who wants more than transportation. It is for the driver who wants to hear the flat-six feel the gearbox drop the top and enjoy a Porsche the way it was meant to be enjoyed. With an original MSRP of $96 695 this Carrera S Cabriolet was properly equipped with desirable options including Adaptive Sport Seats BOSE High-End Sound Heated Seats and Metal Door Sill Model Insignia . A Manual Cabriolet That Makes Every Drive Feel Special A 911 Carrera S Cabriolet with a manual gearbox is about involvement. Every shift matters. Every downshift adds to the experience. Every drive feels more connected. The 997 generation still has the right size the right visibility and the right mechanical feel. It is modern enough to enjoy regularly but still analog enough to feel like a true drivers car. Add the Cabriolet body style and the experience becomes even more emotional. With the top down you hear more of the engine feel more of the road and connect with the car in a way a coupe simply cannot replicate. Why the Carrera S Is the One to Have The Carrera S brings more performance and sharper character than the standard Carrera. You get the larger 3.8-liter naturally aspirated flat-six stronger performance and a more engaging personality from behind the wheel. It feels quick responsive and properly Porsche. This is not a car that needs excessive power to feel exciting. The balance sound steering feel and manual gearbox do the work. The result is a car that rewards you at normal speeds and still feels alive when pushed. Midnight Blue Metallic Over Stone Grey: A Beautiful Porsche Combination This specification is one of the best parts of the car. Midnight Blue Metallic gives the 997 Cabriolet a rich elegant presence. In low light it reads deep and sophisticated. In sunlight the metallic finish reveals blue depth and character that flat black or silver simply cannot match. Paired with Stone Grey Sport Seats the interior feels upscale classic and far more interesting than the typical black-on-black configuration. It is a refined color combination that suits the Cabriolet perfectly. Sporty but not loud. Elegant but still driver-focused. Classic Porsche through and through. Built for the Right Owner This Carrera S Cabriolet is for someone who wants: the open-air experience of a convertible the engagement of a manual gearbox the performance of a Carrera S a color combination that feels mature and timeless a Porsche that can be driven enjoyed and appreciated It is ideal for weekend drives coastal roads canyon routes or simply making an ordinary day feel less ordinary. This is the kind of car you buy because you actually enjoy driving. Features That Make This Carrera S Cabriolet Special: 3.8L Naturally Aspirated Flat-Six Manual Transmission Midnight Blue Metallic Exterior Stone Grey Sport Seats Black Cabriolet Top Adaptive Sport Seats Heated Front Seats BOSE High-End Sound Package Remote 6-Disc CD Changer Wheel Caps with Colored Porsche Crest Metal Door Sill Model Insignia CARFAX History The CARFAX report shows: 57 008 miles 18 service history records 2 previous owners Personal vehicle history Last owned in Montana Damage reported on 07/31/2020 No total loss reported No structural damage reported No airbag deployment reported No odometer rollback indicated The history shows long-term ownership consistent mileage progression and service activity across Porsche and European specialty facilities. Notable service history includes: Pre-delivery inspection 5 000-mile service 10 000-mile service 15 000-mile service 20 000-mile service Brake fluid services Battery replacements Oil and filter changes Spark plugs replaced in 2025 Recent Response Motors service in 2026 For a 997 Carrera S Cabriolet this is exactly the kind of history buyers want to review: documented use long-term ownership and continued service activity. Why This 997 S Cabriolet Is Worth the Experience The 997 Carrera S Cabriolet is one of the most enjoyable modern classic 911s because it gives you everything that matters: naturally aspirated power hydraulic steering feel manual gearbox engagement open-air driving timeless Porsche design Modern cars may be faster but very few deliver this kind of connection. This car is not about chasing numbers. It is about the way it feels when the road opens up the top goes down and the flat-six starts to sing behind you. A True Open-Air Drivers 911 The 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet is the perfect choice for someone who wants a real Porsche experience with added emotion. Manual gearbox. Carrera S performance. Midnight Blue Metallic paint. Stone Grey Sport Seats. Open-top freedom. It is elegant engaging and genuinely rewarding every time you drive it. Factory Options: BASE Porsche Base Model 342 Heated Front Seats 446 Wheel Caps with Colored Crest 680 BOSE High-End Sound Package 692 Remote CD Changer (6 Disc) DD Stone Grey Sport Seats E9 Midnight Blue Metallic P01 Adaptive Sport Seats V9 Black Top X70 Metal Door Sill Model Insignia Excellent Condition! We Accept Trades: We will help you move out of your current ride and into the car of your dreams. Talk to us about your car and we will make you an offer. Financing Available: We offer flexible financing through our extensive lending network with terms that meet all your needs allowing you to buy confidently. Mechanical Inspection and Service: All of our cars undergo a rigorous inspection to ensure we find and fix any issues and ensure you're getting a top-quality car. At Response Motors we are true enthusiasts and take pride in keeping these wonderful machines looking and running their best for our customers. Paint and Bodywork: At Response Motors we pride ourselves on the quality of the cars we sell. Take any of our cars straight from the showroom to the car show and each car gets an extensive 15+ hour paint correction and detail to bring the paint up to show car status and give them that head-turning and eye-popping deep glossy shine that they deserve. Of course the interior is just as important with a thorough steam cleaning and leather restoration as part of the package. This vehicle is being offered for sale by: Response Motors LLC 2490 Old Middlefield Way Mountain View CA 94043 Taxes tags and fees are not included in the sale price