In many respects, the 996 is the underappreciated 911. The first water-cooled version of the iconic Porsche sports car shared a lot in common with the Boxster, including its distinctive ‘fried egg’ headlamps with integrated indicators and much of its front suspension.
And while some 911 purists sniff at that, other fans of the marque recognise it for what it was – Porsche finally bringing the 911 up-to-date, while maintaining a number of key elements of its essential DNA, namely the iconic coupe-body profile, the horizontally-opposed six-cylinder engine in its rump and the upmarket but accessible supercar image that the 911 had portrayed so well since its inception.
It was also a fabulous car to drive, arguably the finest handling car of the 1990s providing you didn’t over-provoke it.
This is a narrow-bodied Carrera 2 Cabriolet and it has covered a genuine 45k from new, having been owned and loved by the current owner for the past 18 years, maintained impeccably and garaged for all that time.front.jpg1014.77 KB
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
UK V5C
Three owners, but last two were the vendor and his company
MOT April 2024
Service book stamped to 35k, with invoices for other servicing at independent specialist since
The vendor advises they believe a fuse has blown behind the radio, meaning some of the lighting does not work. A key to remove the radio to replace the fuse is not present and the vendor has not been able to do this. However, the radio reports to work fine in all other areas.
The 996 still represents one of the most accessible ways into 911 ownership and is also one of the most hassle-free and enjoyable. This is a really smart example, with low mileage and a wonderful interior, backed up by a comprehensive maintenance record and the reassurance that it has been part of the vendor’s family for 18 years. It’s a truly lovely car - easy-to-drive and easy-to-own, perfect for enjoying the summer ahead.
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