Description
This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2026 on Saturday the 21st of March - Sunday the 22nd of March, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT.
A well-specified early 997 Carrera 2S, finished in timeless Basalt Black Metallic with black leather and presented in classic 'triple-black' configuration.
Indicating just over 66, 000 miles at the time of cataloguing, however, benefitting from a Porsche-supplied replacement engine fitted by an official Porsche dealer following an IMS bearing failure
The replacement engine has covered fewer than 20, 000 miles since installation and is supported by accompanying documentation
Supplied new at £70, 360 and specified with £8, 229 of factory options, taking the total cost when new to £78, 589
Factory options include Tiptronic S transmission, Porsche Communication Management (PCM), Bose sound system, electrically adjustable heated seats and electric slide/ tilt sunroof
Further specified with 19" SportDesign wheels, telephone module for PCM, automatically dimming mirrors, rear wiper with aero blade and wheel centres with Porsche Crest
In long-term ownership for approximately 12 years and currently undergoing attention to the air conditioning along with minor refinements
A reassuring and attractively specified 997 Carrera 2S, combining strong provenance, significant mechanical investment and enduring modern classic appeal
