2004 PORSCHE 911 (996) CARRERA 4S CABRIOLET

KEY FACTS

• A smart, well cared-for example of the sought-after 996-generation sports car, supplied with a matching hardtop roof.
• Under the engine lid is the 3.6-litre naturally aspirated flat-six, which sends 315bhp to all four wheels via an engaging six-speed manual transmission.
• This 911 was first registered in May 2004, and now offered for sale via the trade.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 996-generation Carrera 4S Cabriolet is finished in a timeless silver hue, with a contrasting blue convertible top and a matching blue leather interior.
• Optional equipment includes front sport seats with Porsche crests embossed on their headrests, rear parking sensors and automatic climate control.
• It rides on its original set of 18-inch ‘Turbo Twist’ alloy wheels, which are in great shape.
• The car will be supplied with its original stamped service book and tool kit, as well as various invoices detailing its prior maintenance, its colour-matched hardtop roof and accompanying roof stand.

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage.
• The paintwork is in very good overall condition, with some stone chips on the front bumper and door mirror caps, as well as minor scratches around the car, in line with its age and mileage.
• The front bumper has also been resprayed during the car’s time with the vendor to correct a small but deep scratch in its finish.
• Furthermore, the blue convertible hood works as it should and fits well over the frame below, with no rips, tears or substantial scuffs to its surface.
• Inside, the cabin presents well, but does feature some general signs of wear, including ‘puddling’ of the leather on the driver’s seat base and scratches on the backs of both front seats.
• There are no known electrical or mechanical issues.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 15 May 2021 at 100,120 miles, resulting in a clean, first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Carrera 4S’ most recent routine maintenance was an oil and filter service, which was carried out in September 2020 at 98,579 miles by Firth’s Garage.
• Prior to this, marque specialist Revolution Porsche serviced the car in June 2019 at 94,547 miles and in July 2018 at 91,948 miles.

SUMMARY

This 2004 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S is a smart and highly usable example of the surefooted modern classic sports car. Presented in an attractive silver and blue colour scheme and equipped with an involving six-speed manual transmission, it will not only make a thrilling weekend plaything during the warm summer months, but could easily be pressed into service as an exciting year-round daily driver thanks to its accompanying hardtop roof.

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