**Please note that the private plate does not come with the car**
Highlights
Only two registered keepers from new
Extensive history file reportedly amounting to full service history
Recently serviced in February 2024, next service due in February 2026
Equipped with desirable Sports Chrono Plus package, rear wiper, and sunroof
MOT valid until September 2025 with no advisories
The Appeal
"If it ain't broke, don't fix it".
We imagine these time-honoured words are plastered around Porsche headquarters and if six decades of 911 production have taught us anything, it's that a good formula is best left well alone. Following the enormous success of the 996, Porsche opted to change relatively little when it came to devising a successor.
Rather than messing with the sublime engine or coming up with an all-new silhouette, Porsche merely fine-tuned an already brilliant car, turning it into what is still regarded as one of the best 911s to date. Even notable 911 sceptic Jeremy Clarkson lauded it with praise. The 997 did away with its predecessor's controversial "fried egg" headlamps, larger wheels were fitted as standard, the bodywork was slightly widened at the rear and a little more power was coaxed from its rear-mounted flat-six.
This 2006 997.1 Carrera S Tiptronic is has been cherished by its current owner since acquiring it in May 2015. With only two registered keepers from new, it boasts an extensive history file, including all MOTs and a full invoice history of expenditure since 2015. The car has been garaged and maintained regardless of cost, making it a reliable and enjoyable weekend toy. A recent major service in February 2024 and a new advisory-free MOT valid until September 2025 ensure that it's ready to enjoy.
History and Paperwork
87,244 miles indicated
Two registered keepers
The vendor informs us that it benefits from full service history with any repairs and maintenance carried out regardless of cost
Extensive history file complete with all MOTs and full invoice history of expenditure since May 2015
MOT valid until 9th September 2025
Last serviced on 16/02/2024 (Major Service), next service due in February 2026
Service book stamped at 13,395 miles, 27,541 miles, 37,512 miles, 42,716 miles, 55,595 miles, 66,187 miles, 71,399 miles, 74,409 miles and 84,387 miles
Vehicle purchased on 14/05/2015, garaged since purchased
Private registration not included
The Condition
Bodywork looks very good with no obvious dents or any signs of corrosion
Paintwork mostly unmarked save for some minor front-end stone chips commensurate with age
Optional rear wiper and sunroof
Alloy wheels in very good condition all round
19-inch Pirelli N-rated tyres all around, covered only 7,000 miles
Underside looks in fair order for a vehicle of this age
Interior condition presents nicely with very few signs of wear
Desirable Sports seats with painted hardback
Sports Chrono Plus package
Dashboard appears free from UV damage
Part electric leather seats only lightly worn and said to be operating correctly
Original mats with Porsche logo look in great condition for their age
We understand the various cabin electrics/systems to be in good working order
The Mechanics
3.8-litre water-cooled flat-six
Five-speed Tiptronic transmission
Last Major Service dated 16/02/2024
No MOT advisories identified during the very recent test
The vendor reports that the Porsche drives exceedingly well; the Tiptronic gearbox is very responsive in 'Manual' mode
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