2004 PORSCHE 911 (996) CARRERA 4S CABRIOLET

KEY FACTS

• A superbly presented example of the desirable and eminently usable open-top sports car, benefitting from low mileage, an IMS bearing upgrade, and clutch replacement.
• Under the rear engine lid is the water-cooled 3.6-litre flat-six, delivering 315bhp to all four wheels via an engaging six-speed manual transmission.
• This is an evidently well-cared-for 996, offered with an uprated exhaust, a factory hard top, and a comprehensive Porsche main dealer and specialist service history.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The 996-generation Carrera 4S takes many of its design features from the revered 911 Turbo, including its wider body shell and attractive front air inlets, as well as the high-performance model’s brakes and suspension components.
• This example is finished in the sophisticated colour combination of Polar Silver over a Metropole Blue cabin, tastefully specified with aluminium touches throughout and a co-ordinating blue convertible hood.
• It rides on its original 18-inch alloys housing red callipers, with Michelin Pilot Sport 3 tyres.
• The factory specification includes electrically adjustable sports seats, a removable hard top, climate control, a Bose sound system, and a wind deflector.
• An upgraded exhaust, Cargraphic sports silencer set, and K&N induction kit have been fitted to the vehicle. Porsche specialist Parr have also upgraded the ECU with a performance remap. 
• The original exhaust is included in the sale, as well as the removable hard top and stand, original owner’s book pack, service history, V5C, and a raft of invoices and receipts.
• Both an outdoor and indoor Porsche car cover will be included in the sale. The vehicle has always been covered up when not in use.

Factory specification:

• XCA: Alu-look dashboard trim strip
• XCB: Alu-look instrument surround
• XCD: Alu-look centre air vent bracket
• XCE: Alu-look centre console
• X71: Alu-look instrument faces
• X97: Gear lever knob with aluminium inlay
• X98: Handbrake lever with aluminium inlay
• 375: 2-way electrical sports seat, left
• 376: 2-way electrical sports seat, right
• 692: 6-disc CD changer Becker Porsche CDC-3

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage.
• The Polar Silver paintwork is in superb condition, in line with the low mileage. There are a couple of very minor stone chips noted to the front of the car, visible only upon close inspection.
• Moving inside, the original leather-trimmed interior presents very well, with some slight creasing to the driver’s seat bolsters, and light signs of wear on the passenger seat back and other plastic trim.  
• The car is in fine health, with no reported mechanical or electrical faults.
• The most recent MOT test was conducted in August 2021 at 31,465 miles, resulting in a first-time pass with one advisory for a nail in the offside rear tyre.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The car received a major service in August 2020 at 30,131 miles by Porsche Centre Colchester, who also changed the brake fluid, gearbox oil, engine oil and spark plugs.
• Prior to this, Porsche Centre Mid-Sussex performed a minor service in July 2018 at 28,244 miles, and a major service in July 2016 at 26,896 miles.
• Additionally, the owner states that an IMS bearing upgrade has been performed, the clutch was replaced at 26,798 miles by Parr, and the rear main seal was replaced at 28,667 miles by Mercury Car Centre. 

Dates and Mileages:

• Aug 2020 – 30,131 miles - Porsche Centre Colchester
• Jul 2018 – 28,244 miles - Porsche Centre Mid-Sussex
• Jul 2016 – 26,896 miles - Porsche Centre Mid-Sussex
• Aug 2015 – 26,354 miles - Parr
• Jun 2014 – 24,134 miles - Porsche Centre Mid-Sussex
• Jun 2012 – 22,549 miles - Porsche Centre Mid-Sussex
• Jul 2010 – 19,551 miles – Porsche Centre Mid-Sussex
• Apr 2008 – 13,540 miles – Porsche Centre Chester
• Apr 2007 – 9,432 miles – Porsche Centre Wilmslow
• Apr 2006 – 6,007 miles – Porsche Centre Wilmslow

SUMMARY

This Porsche 996 Carrera 4S Cabriolet is a fantastic example of the surefooted open-top sports car, featuring a sonorous flat-six engine and an involving manual transmission. This fastidiously maintained and low-mileage car has been subtly upgraded to further enhance the driving experience, and is presented in a timeless colour scheme with a well-documented history. 

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