Highlights

Desirable specification of AWD and manual gearbox
Well maintained by main dealers and specialists
Serviced regularly by seller since purchase in 2019
Includes hardtop, Porsche storage cover and additional parts
Long list of upgrades and maintenance since 2019
Smartly presented in Zenith Blue with matching roof and cream leather
Current MOT to May 2027 with no advisories

The Appeal

As enthusiasts continue to re-evaluate the 996, certain models are beginning to stand out. The manual gearbox C4 is definitely one of them, particularly pre-2000 cars like this one, with the stronger double-row IMS bearing. These planted cars provide the engagement that makes any 911 so magnetically appealing.

This Zenith Blue example has been in the current keeper's care since 2019, during which time it has been dry stored, garaged and covered. A thorough programme of mechanical work has been carried out, including servicing, water pump, thermostat, engine mounts, all drive belts and pulleys, aircon system, fuel pump, coil packs, alternator, O2 sensors and much more. The rare factory hardtop and the private plate are included.

The car presents well in photos and comes with the added reassurance of a lengthy MOT with no advisories.

The vendor says:

“Driving the 996 3.4 Convertible is pure analogue joy. The moment you turn the key on the left, the flat-six comes alive with a raspy, mechanical note that instantly sets the mood. With the top down, nothing filters between you, the engine, and the road. It feels light, balanced, and remarkably communicative—every curve gives you feedback through the steering wheel. Hitting the power band in a light, mid-engine-feeling rear-engine car with the wind in your hair is a high that never gets old.”

Key Information

Mileage: 84,516 miles indicated (supported by MOT and service history)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
MOT status: valid until 19th May 2027 with no advisories
Technical specs: 3,387cc flat-6, six-speed manual
Paperwork: V5C, handbooks, wallet, certificate of conformity, invoices
Registration: private registration plate P20WJS included in the sale

Also included:

Porsche storage cover
Porsche CTEK intelligent charger
Porsche Carrera door graphics (never fitted we are told)
Assortment of extra parts

Factory Upgrades:

Porsche Technic Handbrake
Gear Knob and Surround
Kenwood Touch Screen Entertainment System (DAB)

Service history:

2025 - serviced by vendor
2023 - serviced by vendor
04/23 - 73,524 miles - Brooklands (Porsche specialist)
07/17 - 76,010 miles - Cameron (Porsche specialist)
06/16 - 74,912 miles - Cameron
04/15 - 71,632 miles - Cameron
04/14 - 69,706 miles - GT Motor Cars
01/13 - 67,191 miles - GT Motor Cars
03/11 - 65,606 miles - Nine Excellence
08/08 - 61,019 miles - Porsche Guildford
03/07 - 55,809 miles - Porsche Guildford
03/06 - 50,534 miles - Porsche Guildford
03/05 - 44,723 miles - Porsche Guildford
02/04 - 37,011 miles - Porsche Guildford
02/03 - 28,654 miles - Porsche Reading
03/02 - 21,958 miles - AFN Porsche
03/01 - 15,996 miles - AFN Porsche

Maintenance since 2019 advised by seller:

Full car inspection completed by Porsche-Tech Ltd
Fuel Tank Vent
Crank Sensor
ECU Replay
Fuel Pump
Spark Plug Tubes
Plugs and Seals
Coil Packs
Heat Shields
Aircon Condenser Unit and O-Rings
Two Aircon Radiators
Two Front Track Rod
Front Bumper Vent Protection Grills
All Drive Pulley Bearings and Rollers
All Drive Belts
Water Pump, Thermostat and Pipes
Top-Gear Stainless Steel, Mild Sports Cats and Silencers
Throttle Body Housing
Tension Pulley
Driver's Side Window Rubber Seal
Branded Performance Brake Lines
Under Car Air Deflectors
Engine Mounts
Alternator
O2 Sensors

The Detail

Well maintained with recent service and long list of improvements detailed above
Smart Zenith Blue metallic paintwork in good order with few signs of use
Due to age and mileage some light marks and stone chips should be expected
Vendor states the bodywork presents well for its age with no major dents
Minor imperfections notified include a couple of light marks on offside front wing
Vendor advises several small stone chips (less than 2 mm) on the bonnet
T-Bar paint wear from convertible roof contact
Convertible roof reported in good overall condition with a small fray in the centre
Blue fabric roof presents well in photos and said to work correctly
19in multispoke factory Sport-Design alloy wheels in good order with few marks
Fitted with quality Bridgestone tyres
Vendor says underside is in good order with no structural advisories on MOT
Top-Gear stainless steel mild sports cats and silencers
Interior in light cream leather with hardback sports seats
Light wear to note to usual high traffic areas but not unsightly
Vendor reports interior has no tears or rips but showing its age slightly
All interior switches, buttons and instruments reported as working correctly
Features Porsche Technic handbrake, gear knob and surround
Fitted with Kenwood touchscreen entertainment system with DAB
Oil level sensor needs replaced due to intermittent fault displaying incorrect oil level
Vendor states no oil leaks reported and oil level remains full
Supplied with removable hardtop, dry stored and fitted only once during ownership
No advisories on MOT

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