Highlights
- Nicely specified with Targa roof and Tip S box
- Recent suspension, gearbox and differential rebuild
- Good service history by Porsche and specialists
- Long MOT to October 2024 with no advisories
- Perfect for weekend jaunts or longer road trips
The Appeal
There had been 911 Targas before, but until the 996 arrived they all disrupted the classic coupe profile. In 2002 Porsche solved that problem with a clever Targa that opened up the car’s versatility without compromising the aesthetics. These cars also got the improved 3.6litre flat six engine with more power.
Combining a practical hatchback with a full glass roof that incorporates a sunroof, the 996 Targa is a particularly desirable iteration of the 996. Add in the Tiptronic S sequential semi-automatic gearbox and you have a car perfect for relaxed sunny drives or press-on winter motoring.
This 996 features both those attractive options. With recent significant suspension, gearbox and differential work by Autofarm and a good service history record, this looks to be a well cared for, very usable example that also benefits from a long MOT.
History and Paperwork
- First UK registered on 25th September 2002
- Nine owners with current owner from 2010 although DVLA records this as April 2022
- This may be because the car appears to have spent some time overseas with this owner
- Previously lived on the Isle of Man where it carried the registration DMN263
- Full set of factory handbooks in good condition
- Owners manual for the replacement Kenwood stereo system
- 12 service stamps by main dealers and specialists, most recently showing at 88,081 miles in February 2014
- Additional stamps for brake fluid, condition and airbag checks from earlier in the car’s life
- We are told that the car has been serviced regularly since 2010 by Porsche Florence and Autofarm
- MOT to 11th October 2024 with no advisories and few miles covered since
- £7,881 invoice from Autofarm for suspension rebuild at 110,600 miles
- Gearbox and differential rebuild costing £6,683 by Autofarm on 28th October 2021 at 114,300 miles
The Condition
- Subtle and understated grey metallic over black colour scheme
- Well kept paintwork showing only minor marks and stone chips typical of mileage
- Area of paint flake to nearside front arch and small bubble to base of roof on offside
- The front bumper appears to be a slightly different shade to the bonnet
- Scuffs visible to base of front bumper
- Lights in good order, only a small crack in nearside front marker light to note
- 18in split rim, bolted multi-spoke alloys in good order, only kerbing to nearside rear recorded
- Hub nuts show some rust tarnish and could be replaced to improve aesthetics
- Shod with quality Pirelli tyres showing good tread and condition
- Versatile Targa roof with glass sunroof with blind and practical hatchback rear glass
- Underside presents well with no issues to note and no MOT structural advisories
- Interior in good order with some wear typical of mileage and age but only light
- Black leather seats present well with some light wear to driver’s bolster
- Seat backs display some scuffs
- Rear seats appear unmarked and usefully fold to increase luggage space
- Carpets in black and well kept with protective Porsche branded over mats
- Aftermarket high end Kenwood infotainment system with sat nav built in
- Kenwood KAC5204 amplifier in boot and Bose speakers
- Electric front seats with optional heating element
The Mechanics
- Revised 3.6litre flat six Porsche engine developing 315bhp
- 5spd Tiptronic gearbox offers clutchless sequential manual or full automatic
- Lots of service history recorded in book and then additional work
- All work by main dealers or specialists such as Autofarm
- Suspension, gearbox and differential rebuilt within last 5,000 miles at cost of nearly £15,000
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