Highlights

Late-production 2005 model year, among the final 996 Turbos built
CarPass-verified odometer reading of approximately 97,800 km
The vendor reports a full service has recently been completed
Supplied with a 12-month warranty
Two keys present

The Appeal

The first water-cooled Porsche, with extensive styling changes - including the now easily-recognised 'fried egg' headlamps - the 996 was a controversial break from convention when it hit the market, but quickly settled into one of the most capable, accessible and eminently drivable generations of the legendary Stuttgart sports car.

Powered by a 3.6-litre twin-turbocharged flat-six producing 420 HP and driving all four wheels through Porsche's sophisticated all-wheel-drive system, it remains a formidably quick machine even by today's standards. As a 2005 example, this is a late-production car, benefiting from the incremental refinements Porsche introduced throughout the model's run.

This Belgian-registered example is equipped with Tiptronic automatic transmission and comes well specified. Accompanied by a current technical inspection and recently serviced, this car is now ready and waiting for its lucky new owner.

History and Paperwork

Belgian-registered vehicle, first registered in April 2005
CarPass document present, verifying the odometer reading of approximately 99,872 km
Vehicle inspection reported as current (no expiry date provided)
12-month warranty included, with a 24-month extension available
Two keys supplied

The Condition

Leather upholstery throughout
Electric seats, electric windows, and electric mirrors
Navigation system fitted
Multifunction steering wheel and central armrest
Air conditioning
Tinted windows
Central locking

Handsomely specified and beautifully presented, this silver 911 looks very clean and well-kept, with original alloys, badges and branding. Internally, the black leather cabin is as it should be, with only gentle creasing to the upholstery and all instruments in good, clean condition. The vendor reports that all options and features are in good working condition.

The Mechanics

3.6-litre twin-turbocharged flat-six engine producing 420 HP (309 kW)
5-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission
All-wheel drive
Euro4 emissions standard
The vendor reports a full service has been completed and the car is ready to drive

The 996's biggest selling point, of course, is that ever-impressive performance. Thoroughly well-planted on the road, these cars are fun, highly charismatic and powerful. Fairly lightweight and still offering that signature Stuttgart soundtrack, it may not be air-cooled, but it's undeniably a Porsche, and an incredibly good one. A 996 owner is generally a happy motorist, and as enthusiasts discover these handsome cars in their droves, there's no better time to become one of their number.

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