About this Collectable
Porsche 911 (996) Carrera 2 Cabriolet
For as long as it lasts, the 996 generation offers the most 911 for your money.
The 996 series, introduced in 1997, is finally starting to receive the appreciation it deserves, and it turns out there is nothing wrong with water cooling. Moreover, in this generation of 911, all the switches are in the right place, you have good air conditioning, and an even more compact body compared to the current model range. Perhaps most importantly: A 996 is still affordable compared to a 964 or 993 and drives much better! The 996 was available as a Coupé and Cabriolet, and later even as a Targa. Additionally, you could choose between an automatic or manual transmission and 2- or 4-wheel drive.
This 996 actually combines the best of two worlds. It is a convertible, but with the included hardtop, it is essentially just a coupe that you can also use in poorer weather conditions. Delivered new in Vienna, Virginia, to the first owner on December 21, 1998. Ten years later, the 996 came to France to the previous owner, who initially had the 996 serviced at Porsche Paris and later at a general repair shop. When the current owner acquired the 996 from this friend in France, he had the car thoroughly inspected at Porsche Specialist Geeris. Subsequently, maintenance was performed by Porsche Groningen. The 996 is equipped with a number of nice “X” options, such as a wooden steering wheel, stainless steel exhaust tips, and sill plates. Furthermore, naturally, it features heated seats, an ABD differential, headlight washers, electrically adjustable seats, plenty of extra leather, etc. The 996 has a neat, traceable history, a relatively low mileage of 110,000 km, and comes with the hardtop in the body color Ocean Blue Metallic. The automatic transmission suits the character of the convertible perfectly.
Our opinion
A 996 is a full-fledged 911 and is now appreciated as such. Literally, because prices for well-maintained examples are rising as well. Virtually no depreciation and daily usability, making this the ideal Youngtimer that also qualifies if our government sticks to the 25-year age limit!
About the seller
The seller acquired the 996 Cabriolet from a good friend in France and brought it to the Netherlands. He had it properly maintained by a dealer and specialist but would still like to switch to a modern 911. That is why the Carrera is going to the next enthusiast via The Collectables.
Technical details
The specifications, upgrades, and maintenance history below provide a complete picture of the condition and equipment of this Porsche 996 Carrera Cabriolet.
Equipment
This Porsche is factory-equipped with, among other things:
- Bi-xenon lighting
- Hardtop
- Wooden steering wheel
- Stainless steel exhaust tips
- Stainless steel sill plates
- Full leather interior with leather dashboard and door panels
- Seat heating
- ABD differential
- Tiptronic automatic transmission with steering wheel paddle shifters
- Headlight washers
- Electrically adjustable seats with seat heating and memory function
- Wind deflector
- Colored hubcaps
- Parking assist
- On-board computer
- PCM with navigation system and car phone
- Rear bench and seats in leather
- Cruise control
- Climate control
Modifications
This 996 Carrera is completely original
Remarks
This Porsche is still in neat condition and has always been maintained by the official Porsche dealer and specialist. The PCM screen shows no image, but otherwise everything works properly. A new infotainment system is a no-brainer anyway, as the PCM 1 is truly outdated. The soft top is not visible in the photos but is in good condition. As far as we can tell, the trunk lid and the right rear fender have been repainted at some point, and the steering wheel shows some small cracks in the woodwork. The tires still have sufficient tread, but we recommend a new set upon putting the car into service due to its age.
Recent maintenance history
A binder containing maintenance history is included with the Carrera. Partial (maintenance) documentation from the period in America is also present. The original booklet is partially stamped. The key points of the recent maintenance history are:
21-12-1998 – 12mi – Delivery service Porsche Vienna
03-12-2007 – 50,499mi – Maintenance PAR Porsche specialist
17-04-2008 – 50,845mi – Major maintenance PAR Porsche specialist
24-11-2009 – 52,496mi – Maintenance Porsche Paris
30-08-2010 – 53,376mi – New remote control Porsche Paris
05-05-2014 – 59,212mi – Maintenance Auto Centre Taden (95,924km)
26-07-2019 – 63,164mi – Oil change Auto Centre Taden (102,327km)
09-08-2019 – 63,500mi – Major maintenance Paul Geeris Porsche (estimated, mileage not specified) invoice)
21-04-2023 – 66,868 mi – Major service Porsche Groningen
18-04-2024 – 67,287 mi – MOT Porsche Groningen
29-04-2026 – 68,440 mi – MOT and ignition switch Porsche Groningen
Included in the sale
• Two keys
• Original booklets and various invoices
Summary
Seller - Piet
Location – Car is located in Heteren
Chassis number - WPOCA2999XS6533044
License plate – ZV-946-S
First registration – 28-02-1999
Mileage - 110,790km
Verifiable – Plausible based on service booklets and invoices. Warranty – No
VAT/Margin car - Margin
Body style – Convertible (with Hardtop)
Engine - Naturally aspirated 3.4 six-cylinder boxer – 300 hp
Drive - Rear-wheel drive
Transmission - Tiptronic
Exterior - Ocean Blue Metallic
Interior - Cognac
Upholstery – Full Leather
Smoker's car - No
Owners – 1 in the Netherlands, 1 in France, very likely 1 or 2 in the USA
Tires – Toyo Proxes, 205-50-17 DOT 2005 and 255-40-17 DOT 2011, >3mm
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