1998 Porsche 911 Carrera S (996 1st Gen)
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Highlights
- Attractive specification
- Superb history and service record including 17 stamps
- MOT to October 2023
The Appeal
As the first 911 to feature a water cooled engine, the 996 is an important machine in the marque’s history. As the years have passed, it has become ever more sought after too, especially as enthusiasts have realised what a brilliant daily driver it is.
This example has clearly been cherished, coming with a vast history file and in very good overall condition. Add to that the lovely specification, and we think this urbane sports coupé is something of a gem.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in February 1998
- Seven owners from new
- Current owner since October 2021
- 97,420 miles, verified by the MOT and service record
- Comprehensive main dealer / independent specialist service history – 17 stamps, the last being in September 2020 at 96,015 miles
- Current MOT to October 2023
- Huge file of maintenance receipts and invoices, along with old MOT certificates
- Complete with the original handbooks and two keys
The Interior
- Lovely tan leather upholstery, with colour matched carpets, floor mats, door cards and headlining
- The seats are in good order, with the rear being in exceptional condition for the car’s age, while the fronts show a little wear, with some more prominent wear to the outer bolster of the driver’s seat
- Carpets and mats present well, with some light marks to the mats, but no notable damage we could see
- It appears as if the headlining is nice and secure, with no sagging, damage or staining apparent
- Modern double-din Pioneer entertainment system with Bluetooth
- Sony 6CD changer
- Dual zone air conditioning
- Electric sunroof, windows and door mirrors
- All of the interior trim and switchgear is in good order, with a light, natural level of patina evident on a few items, such as the handbrake cover
- The front luggage area is trimmed in grey carpet, which shows well, and contains a spacesaver spare wheel
The Exterior
- Smart Zenith Blue (L3AX) paintwork presents very well, with just a few minor chips and blemishes
- Steel bodyshell with galvanised elements all looks to be nice and straight, with no notable damage or corrosion that we could discern
- The trim, badging and glass elements all appear to be nicely presented, with no cracking or chipping apparent
- Stylish 18-inch Turbo Twist alloy wheels look to be in fine fettle, with no signs of kerbing
- The wheels are shod in a matched set of Pirelli P-Zero tyres that look to have nice levels of tread
The Mechanics
- 3.4-litre naturally aspirated, water cooled flat-six, offering 300hp to the rear wheels
- First generation car, featuring a traditional cable throttle, not the later ‘drive-by-wire’ mechanism
- Tiptronic transmission for relaxed cruising or more engaging manual shifts
- The engine bay is nice and clean, with no signs of leaks or overheating that we could observe
- Excellent service record and long MOT should give the new owner real confidence
Summary
Finished in a great colour scheme, with a comprehensive maintenance record, this handsome 996 Carrera S is the real deal. Few cars are able to enthral the keen driver, yet happily potter about town or do the school run – this is one of the few that can. A modern classic, we think this 996 would make for an excellent purchase.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1998
- Make Porsche
- Model Carrera S (996)
- Colour Zenith Blue
- Odometer 97,420 Miles
- Engine size 3387
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Solihull
- Location West Midlands
- Country United Kingdom
13
bids
from 11
bidders
- Ph•••• £13,400 29/03/23
- 39•••• £10,750 29/03/23
- le•••• £10,500 29/03/23
- 39•••• £9,200 29/03/23
- He•••• £9,000 28/03/23
- 39•••• £8,700 28/03/23
- ja•••• £8,500 27/03/23
- Sp•••• £4,600 27/03/23
- dm•••• £4,400 26/03/23
- Fi•••• £4,300 24/03/23
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