Lot details

Year: 1998
Make: Porsche
Model: 911/996 Carrera
Registration: C2 JNM
Chassis No: WP0ZZZ99ZWS603808
Engine No: 66W04411
Mileage: 131,746
•: Manual transmission
•: Includes cherished plate
•: Factory sunroof

The 996 is the internal designation for the Porsche 911 model manufactured and sold between 1998 and 2005. On its debut, the 996 featured the most significant changes to the Carrera model since its 1963 introduction, namely the water-cooled engine replacing the previously air-cooled unit. Progressively stringent noise regulations, environmental concerns, a higher expectation for refinement and a high-performance, four-valve per cylinder engine made the switch necessary. Other changes included a sleeker body with a more steeply raked windshield and a redesigned interior. The performance characteristics remained superb with reliability at its core. The 996 was another step forward for Porsche, making cars that not only excited their fan base but appealed to those who wanted a comfortable and practical everyday sports car that could sprint to 60mph in a shade over five seconds.

This Porsche 996 was delivered new in 1998 from the franchised dealer Stratstone of Wilmslow and features the desirable manual transmission. The specification also includes a Sport Package, Sports suspension, Locking differential and Traction control. This iconic German sports car presents well in the classic colour combination of silver coachwork with a contrasting black leather interior and benefits from a factory fitted sunroof, sports seats and is fitted the attractive 18” Sports Techno wheels. The file for this well-maintained example includes a V5c registration document, a valid MoT test certificate, a well stamped service book, the original owner's manual and various bills and receipts. When prices rise for 996's (and they will) you could be one of the lucky ones that can say they bought a 911 for under £20,000. Consigned by Dominic Lake