by James May’s Unique Porsche 911 is Being Auctioned
A 2010 Porsche 911 Carrera S, which belonged to the famous TV presenter James May, will be sold at auction with no minimum price. This is a rare opportunity to acquire not only a quality sports car but also a piece of history from the popular automotive show.
Key Vehicle Characteristics
Ownership History
This car came off the production line and went straight into James May’s garage, who at the time was a co-host of Top Gear alongside Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond, before the trio moved to The Grand Tour project for Amazon.
Captain Slow ordered the car in Carrara White with Ocean Blue leather, choosing a classic, restrained combination that perfectly suits the softer design lines of the 997.2
Exterior and Chassis
The car is fitted with 19-inch Carrera Classic wheels with 5-millimeter spacers and Michelin Pilot Sport tires with an N2 rating. Red brake calipers peek out from behind the wheels as one of the few bright accents.
Engine and Transmission
The heart of the car is a naturally aspirated 3.8-liter flat-six engine that produces 380 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission.
Equipment
The car is equipped with PASM, PSM, a limited-slip differential, a Bose audio system, a PCM multimedia system with navigation, cruise control, a grey-tinted windshield, a rear wiper, and the factory Porsche Vehicle Tracking System (now deactivated).
Documentation and Service History
The sale includes the original order form, owner’s manuals, MOT certificates, invoices, the V5 document, and even James May’s personal cleaning brush.
The service history is comprehensive and well-documented. The last service was performed in May 2025 at 30,793 miles at Number 5 Garage and included replacement of the front radiators, front tires, all coolant hoses, air conditioning condensers and dryer, fluids, filters, brake fluid, gearbox oil, and wiper blades.
Previous services were carried out in 2012, 2014, 2015, and 2017 at Porsche Centre West London and Number 5 Garage, demonstrating long-term and consistent care for the vehicle.
Uniqueness of the Offer
Thanks to its low mileage, meticulous care, clean history, and famous former owner, this 997.2 Carrera S is a rare opportunity for collectors. The 997 generation models are particularly valued by car enthusiasts for their analog character and direct steering, making them some of the last 911s with a classic road feel. The combination of excellent technical condition, manual transmission, and ownership history by a famous automotive journalist makes this car especially attractive to brand enthusiasts.
