Highlights
- GT3RS bodykit and graphics
- Just 86,254 miles
- Comprehensive service history
- MOT to September 2023
The Appeal
With a completely refreshed design from the chassis to the roof, the 996 was a groundbreaking design for Porsche. Add to that the fact that this was to be the first generation of 911 to feature a water-cooled engine, and it’s definitely one for the history books.
Here we have a well-maintained Carrera 4 that a previous owner has modified with a GT3RS bodykit and graphics package. Benefitting from below average miles, a comprehensive service history and a long MOT, this 996 would make for an excellent daily-use supercar and really does stand out from the crowd.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in March 2001
- 7 owners from new
- GT3RS bodykit fitted by the previous owner
- Just 86,254 miles from new, verified by MOT and service record
- Current MOT to September 2023
- Comprehensive specialist service history
- 18 service stamps in total, with the last at 81,709 miles in August 2020
- Original owner’s handbooks included
- V5C present and correct
The Interior
- Grey leather upholstery, which has been retrimmed, appears in very good order
- Alcantara trimmed steering wheel with no marks or damage evident
- Grey carpets and matched Porsche overmats look in good condition
- Headliner is secure and undamaged, with no staining we could see
- Air conditioning
- Electric sunroof, windows and door mirrors
- Electrically operated front seats
- Clarion head unit with navigation, CD and radio functions – the motorised screen can be a little temperamental
- We’re assured by the vendor that all of the cabin’s features function just as they should
- Good sized front luggage area, complete with spacesaver spare, tool roll and compressor
The Exterior
- White paintwork looks to be in fine fettle, with some minor blemishes, but no notable marks or damage
- GT3 Bodykit and graphics fitted by the previous owner look to have been well installed
- Bodywork looks to be in good order, with no corrosion or damage we could see
- There is some damage to the lower edge of the front splitter and some minor chips to the rear wing
- Red split-rim 18” GT3 Alloys wheels look to be in largely good condition, although one wheel has some damage from kerbing
- Matched set of Uniroyal tyres, all appearing to have good tread
The Mechanics
- 3,387cc naturally aspirated flat-six
- 5-speed automatic ‘Tiptronic’ transmission
- All-wheel drive ‘Carrera 4’ system
- Aftermarket Danske exhaust
- The vendor tells us that the rear main seal (RMS) was replaced last year
- MOT to September 2023
- Minor oil leak noted on the current MOT
- Comprehensive service history
- The vendor tells us the car drives very well, with no mechanical issues they are aware of
Summary
The 996 is rapidly becoming more appreciated as a giant leap in the development of the 911. With its robust and powerful drivetrain, it makes for an excellent and very usable daily supercar.
This example’s fine maintenance record, unusual GT3RS bodykit and below average make it an even more attractive and interesting option for anyone who’s always wanted to put a Porsche on the driveway.
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