2003 PORSCHE 911 (996) TURBO - X50 PACK

KEY FACTS

• A thrilling example of the lauded all-season high-performance coupe, with the desirable X50 Power Kit, plus suspension and exhaust upgrades.
• It is powered by the 444bhp 3.6-litre twin-turbocharged flat-six, coupled to the six-speed Getrag manual transmission.
• It benefits from a solid service history and has been recently re-commissioned.
• The car will be liable for VAT and duty if it is to remain in the UK - please see the section below for more details.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Delivered new to AMAG Genéve Automobiles & Moleurs SA, Geneva this 996 Turbo was ordered in Basalt Black metallic paintwork, with a black leather interior, an electric sunroof, the Turbo aerodynamics kit and the desirable X50 Power Kit. The X50 option consists of larger K24 turbochargers and intercoolers, a revised ECU and a quad-pipe exhaust, raising the engine’s output from 414 to 444bhp.
• It has subsequently been enhanced with a TechArt steering wheel and pedals, a FWB sports exhaust, and Bilstein adjustable coil-overs suspension.
• The wheels were refurbished in July 2020 at A1 Alloys in London, in gloss black with a silver lip.
• Its original owner’s manuals, service book and Swiss registration documents will be included, along with recent maintenance invoices.
• This car is currently NOT taxes paid in the UK or EU, and is sold with its former Swiss Carte Gris title. If the car is to remain in the UK, it will be subject to 20% VAT on the total sale price (including the buyer’s premium) and 10% duty for it to then be eligible for UK road registration.
• The seller is happy to assist the successful buyer with the import and registration process in the UK in consultation with CARS Europe, but all related costs are the responsibility of the buyer. Overseas buyers should contact CARS Europe directly with any questions relating to the importation outside of the UK 

Specification:

• C10 - Swiss market car
• XAF - Turbo aero kit
• XCA - Alu-look dashboard trim strip
• XCB - Alu-look instrument surround
• XCC - Alu-look side air vents
• XCD - Alu-look centre air vent bracket
• XCE - Alu-look 3-spoke steering wheel
• XPG - Alu-look centre console
• XSC - Porsche crest embossed in headrests
• XTR - Alu-look door panel parts
• XJ4 - Leather covered ignition lock surround
• XV1 - Leather defroster trim
• XX2 - Illuminated footwell
• X50 – Power Kit for turbocharged engine
• X54 - Stainless steel tailpipes
• 09971 - Porsche Exclusive option
• 09991 - Porsche Exclusive option

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage apart from scuffing of the front plastic lip spoiler.
• Its Basalt Black paintwork is in good order, with the vendor noting that the front bumper has been resprayed to rectify some light stone chips. 
• One light scratch can be seen on the bonnet, along with some small stone chips around the rear wheel arches and some small chips around the headlamps.
• Inside, the black leather upholstery has only modest signs of use, with no significant wear and certainly no damage.
• There is some slight wear on the gear knob trim.
• No electrical faults have been detected.

SERVICE HISTORY

• In November 2020 at 73,040 km, technicians at Parr Porsche Specialists performed a major 96,000-mile service and re-commissioning, replacing the offside side light bulb, two missing front differential undertray screws, the brake pads, the sunroof control button, the radiator and the battery; also changing the brake fluid, topping up the coolant and adjusting the ride heights and geometry for fast road use.
• In February 2021, the geometry was adjusted further, the bumper was resprayed and the mesh bumper intake grilles were fitted at Parr Porsche Specialists.

Dates and mileage:

• 28/03/2003 - 30 km - AMAG Genéve (PDI)
• 22/07/2005 - 14,918 km - AMAG Genéve
• 22/07/2006 - 20,195 km - AMAG Genéve
• 22/11/2008 - 60,459 km - Röschmann Sportwagen AG
• 28/12/2009 - 65,510 km - Porsche Lausanne Centre
• 26/01/2016 - 71,150 km - Remsa Auto Racer SA
• 13/11/2020 - 73,040 km - Parr Porsche Specialists

SUMMARY

This Porsche 911 Turbo is a very good example of the 996-era supercar, with the desirable X50 Power Kit, and extended leather and aluminium options throughout the cabin. It has been recently recommissioned by a leading Porsche specialist and would make a thrilling road car or even a track day toy for any enthusiast.

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