Highlights

Well presented manual transmission car
Same owner since 2006
Full service history backed by extensive documentation file
Desirable 3.6 litre engine

The Appeal

Having hit the nail on the head with the first water cooled 911, the 996, Porsche had a big task on their hands when it came to creating a replacement. The 997 that resulted certainly lived up to the 911’s solid reputation, taking the vast successes of its older brother and pairing them with a host of technological and dynamic advancements. Unsurprisingly, the 997 era Porsche 911 is still seen as one of the all time greats and as such commands great respect in the sports car world.

Having been under the same careful ownership since 2006, this early 2005 Carrera 2 cabriolet presents a wonderful opportunity to break into the ever expanding enthusiast Porsche market with a truly well presented, usable manual transmission sports car.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 22/04/2005
Originally sold through Porsche centre Belfast believed to be under the registration RKZ 8098
Purchased by the current owner in 2006, when the car was just a year old and had just over 6 thousand miles on the clock
Purchased by the current owner from Porsche centre Cambridge who continued to care for the car until circa 2017
The car has been in regular use by the current owner since 2006, throughout which the car has been dry stored
Accompanied by an extensive history file, containing several invoices from Porsche Cambridge and independent 911 specialists for servicing and maintenance work
Porsche book pack is also present
Porsche service book contains several stamped services with the most recent being in late 2022, just over 2 thousand miles ago
Folder for the tracking system for the car which the vendor advises would need to be renewed by the new owner
Wealth of previous MOT certificates
Current MOT valid with no advisories until October 2023
V5 registration documents present with the vehicle

The Interior

Marvellous, well preserved Ocean blue leather upholstery throughout
Sports seating front and rear is in impeccable shape and more akin to a car with a fraction of this mileage
Two matching leather and carpeted door panels in good form with a smart assortment of trim and door furniture
High quality leather dash panel distinctly lacking in wear, fading and sun damage
Heated seats, still in functioning form
Plush blue carpeting throughout, with protective Porsche floor mats
Smart contrasting silver central control panel, in good form. Some wear to be seen on some of the controls but everything is understood to be in working order
Rear seats can be folded down to allow for the installation of the accompanying wind deflector
Front storage area is in good shape, with high quality plastic all still rich in colour
Porsche navigation system still present and stowed in the front storage compartment
A leather bound Porsche oil case can also found in the front of the car

The Exterior

Timeless, effortlessly classy, undeniably iconic Porsche 911 exterior styling
Smartly presented from an aesthetic perspective, finished in a suave Midnight Blue paint scheme
Paint is in great overall order, having been subject to a partial respray in 2021 predominantly consisting of the drivers side door, wing and bonnet
Some areas of blemishing and surface rust are beginning to make themselves known and would benefit from attention before becoming an issue. Most notably the rear passenger side wheel arch and the corners of the outer sill panels
Paired with four excellent five spoke Porsche alloys all in good form having been subject to refurbishment in 2018
Navy blue electric convertible top is in great order and presents as such, opening, closing and latching with ease
Front windscreen has a couple of treated stone marks
The rear wind deflector is present with the car and can be installed in a matter of moments and then stored in its bespoke case when not in use
Panel gaps appear consistent across the car
Several styling revisions over its 996 predecessor to give it a far more modern appearance
Electric rear spoiler is still in good functioning order, and can be raised or lowered manually via the use of a button in the cabin

The Mechanics

Fitted with the desirable 996 derived 3.6 litre engine
Mated to a simply glorious manual transmission
Subject to the fitment of a new clutch, flywheel and slave cylinder in 2019
Great overall mechanical order, having been serviced by specialists at regular intervals throughout its lifetime
Advisory free MOT for added peace of mind for the next owner
Underside appears clean and solid
The current owner reports a wonderful driving experience from the car, having covered an impressive 145 thousand miles in it
Fires into life comfortably, and with ease

Summary

For a true sports car and driving enthusiast, the 911 is an excellent choice. That wonderful combination of style, power, with genuine usability, practicality and comfort is unmatched. The 997 era 911 presents incredible value at present but with demand on a seemingly unending incline, good examples are being snapped up in an instant.

This 2005 997 is a wonderful example of the traditional dynamic manual roadster; fast, fun and incredibly rewarding. In excellent mechanical order in a smart and subtle factory specification, this low owner gem is ready for a new loving home.

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