Highlights
- Only two former registered keepers from new
- Freshly repainted in Porsche Oak Green with wheels refurbished
- The seller runs a specialist Porsche body shop; all bodywork completed in-house
- Extensive recommission with over £3,000 recently spent
- IMS and RMS oil test and borescope inspection both returned clear, with evidence available
- Extended Porsche leather interior with Tequipment accessories
- Fresh MOT valid until March 2027 with no advisories
The Appeal
The 996.2 represents the refined second generation of Porsche's water-cooled 911, bringing updated styling, an improved interior and the characterful 3.6-litre flat-six engine. Paired with a six-speed manual gearbox, it offers one of the most engaging driving experiences in its class, and the model's growing appreciation among enthusiasts is well-deserved.
This 2002 example has covered 55,429 miles in the hands of just two former registered keepers and has recently undergone a thorough recommission following a period of storage. The work is extensive, encompassing a new oil pressure sensor, steering rack pipes/union, steering angle sensor, auxiliary belt, track rods, oxygen sensor, brake bleed nipples, brake pipes, fluids, filters and plugs, all supported by receipts. Crucially for any 996 buyer, the engine oil has been tested for IMS and RMS contaminants and a borescope inspection has been carried out, both returning clear with evidence available.
The car has been freshly repainted in Porsche Oak Green, complementing the extended Porsche leather interior with Tequipment accessories, which has been professionally reconnolised. Reportedly offered with an external pre-sale inspection for added peace of mind, and with a private registration plate included in the sale, this is a compelling proposition for anyone seeking a well-sorted, carefully recommissioned 996.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 2002 in the United Kingdom
- Two former registered keepers from new: one ex-demo and one enthusiast owner
- The late previous owner was a mechanic and Porsche enthusiast who is said to have maintained the car diligently, with oil, filter and air filter changes carried out at every MOT
- Porsche maintenance history documented for the first eight years on the road, up to 2010
- Service book not available as the previous owner has passed away
- Recommissioned after four years of storage, during which the engine was started weekly
- Over £3,000 spent on the recommission, with receipts available
- The seller runs a specialist Porsche body shop; all bodywork completed in-house
- External pre-sale inspection reportedly completed for peace of mind
- Private registration plate included in the sale
- Buyer will need to action a colour change on the V5C to reflect the new Porsche Oak Green paintwork
- The odometer shows 55,429 miles
- Fresh MOT valid until March 2027 without advisories
Supplied maintenance history:
17/03/2026 - 55,197 miles - Recommissioning work
04/02/2010 - 25,743 miles - PCM diagnostics
10/06/2008 - 22,256 miles - Major service
19/06/2007 - 18,561 miles - Air conditioning service
05/05/2007 - 18,210 miles - Fuel system work
04/05/2007 - 18,210 miles - MOT and service
29/09/2004 - 9,809 miles - 12,000 service
19/02/2004 - 8,308 miles - Warranty repair
27/10/2003 - 7,344 miles - Annual service
24/02/2003 - 5,184 miles - Warranty repair
28/01/2003 - 5,046 miles - Warranty repair
30/09/2002 - 2,750 miles - General mechanical / warranty
30/08/2002 - 2,507 miles - General mechanical
31/07/2002 - 1,702 miles - Warranty repair
20/06/2002 - 550 miles - Warranty repair
05/05/2002 - 13 miles - PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection)
04/02/2010 - 25,743 miles - PCM diagnostics
10/06/2008 - 22,256 miles - Major service
19/06/2007 - 18,561 miles - Air conditioning service
05/05/2007 - 18,210 miles - Fuel system work
04/05/2007 - 18,210 miles - MOT and service
29/09/2004 - 9,809 miles - 12,000 service
19/02/2004 - 8,308 miles - Warranty repair
27/10/2003 - 7,344 miles - Annual service
24/02/2003 - 5,184 miles - Warranty repair
28/01/2003 - 5,046 miles - Warranty repair
30/09/2002 - 2,750 miles - General mechanical / warranty
30/08/2002 - 2,507 miles - General mechanical
31/07/2002 - 1,702 miles - Warranty repair
20/06/2002 - 550 miles - Warranty repair
05/05/2002 - 13 miles - PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection)
The Condition
- Freshly repainted in Porsche Oak Green
- The seller runs a specialist Porsche body shop; all bodywork completed in-house
- 18-inch five-spoke alloy wheels refurbished, framing red brake callipers
- Extended tan leather interior with silver-toned trim and Porsche Tequipment accessories
- Electrically adjustable seats
- Automatic climate control
- Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with navigation
- Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
- Underside and inner wheel arches cleaned and re-treated for longevity
- The vendor informs us that the car is as clean as they come, and presents very well throughout
- Interior has been re-connolised; the vendor describes it as close to new condition
- The vendor notes a striking colour combination
The Mechanics
- 3.6-litre water-cooled flat-six, 320hp
- Six-speed manual transmission
- Mild sports exhaust fitted
- H&R anti-roll bars fitted
- Koni suspension fitted with original ride height maintained
- The vendor reports the car drives very well
BEFORE YOU BUY
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
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✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection
or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it’s worth checking beforehand..
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.
✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection
or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it’s worth checking beforehand..
Comments
HUE••••
Hello, old MOTs show repeated flagging up of corrosion (brake pipes), which I can see you seem to have addressed with one of the invoices; however, there were also (Major) issues with steering rack and front suspension arms. Have these been resolved and if so, is there paperwork for it? Also, there is an exhaust leak noted and the exhaust looks corroded, has anything been done to repair this and what condition is the exhaust system in?
Elsons_••••
SellerHi brake pipes have been changed. Steering rack has been replaced prior to me obtaining the vehicle with receipts. Suspension arms have been replaced by myself in house and the exhaust leak was due to a broken connecting sleeve clamp. Ive changed All clamps on the exhaust and all lamba sensors for good measure. The exhaust will look "corroded" due to it being used! Please remember this is a 25 year old car with origional manifold and cats. Only back boxes and pipes have been changed at somepoint.
farrand••••
Hi, in pic 5 are there 3 bubbles above the drivers rear whell arch?
Elsons_••••
SellerGood afternoon, yes there was noticed that when cleaning it the other day. This has now been rectified. Kind regards
N4o••••
Beautiful car, can I please check - do you know if the clutch, IMS & RMS are the original items? Appreciate the oil has been tested. Also have any of the coolant pipes been changed (primarily the over-engine ones).
Elsons_••••
SellerAfternoon, everything that has been done is in the listing, they may or may not have been changed but due to the previous owner passing away I have no proof hence getting the oil tested for specific particles to indicate ims/rms ware of which it has come back completely clear so its either been done previous or not required as per the oil test. Kind regards
vincent••••
Absolutely stunning colour combo. Is the koni suspension upgrade the active or sports one?
Elsons_••••
SellerThank you i thought so that why I chose it rather than the silver it came in...... makes the interior look so much better! It's the red active ones. Kind regards edd