Description
1998 Porsche 911 (996) Carrera – 6-Speed Manual – 3 Owners – Exceptional Provenance
Presented for sale on behalf of our private client is this beautifully preserved early example of the 996-generation Porsche 911 Carrera, first registered in 1998 and finished in classic Arctic Silver Metallic. This two-owner car has covered just 77, 082 miles from new and has been cherished throughout its life, used only sparingly for weekend drives and kept for the last 12+ years in an insulated garage.
Provenance & Maintenance
This Carrera comes with complete service history and a comprehensive file of supporting documentation, including all Porsche specialist service invoices, MOT certificates, and the original purchase order form from new – an increasingly rare inclusion. The car has clearly been maintained with care and attention throughout its life, reflecting the fastidious ownership these early 996 Carreras deserve.
Specification
Factory ordered with the desirable Sport Package and a number of tasteful interior options, this example represents an ideal driver’s specification.
6-Speed Manual Transmission
Sport Package
Silver Rear Centre Console
Aluminium/ Silver Dash Trim and Lower Insert Panel
Three-Spoke Leather Porsche Airbag Steering Wheel
Coloured Porsche Crest Wheel Centres
Hi-Fi Sound System
POSIP (Porsche Side Impact Protection)
Electric Sunroof
On-Board Computer
CDR-21 CD Radio
Condition
Having been stored correctly and used only in fair weather, the car presents beautifully throughout. The paintwork retains a deep, consistent lustre, the interior shows minimal wear commensurate with its careful use, and all switchgear and trim remain in excellent condition.
Summary
As the first of the water-cooled 911s, the 996 Carrera represents an important chapter in Porsche’s history — combining analogue driving engagement with genuine everyday usability. With its two-owner provenance, complete history file, and exemplary care, this particular example stands out as an honest and exceptionally well-preserved car that will appeal to enthusiasts and collectors alike. Main Porsche Centre services for the first few years and has been maintained by a Porsche Specialist near Salisbury in the current owners care for over 12 years.
