2005 PORSCHE 911 (996) CARRERA 4S

KEY FACTS

• A superb example of the eminently usable modern classic sports car, presented in excellent cosmetic order and benefitting from the recent replacement of its IMS bearing and clutch.
• Under the rear decklid is the 3.6-litre naturally aspirated flat-six, which produces 315bhp and drives all four wheels via an engaging six-speed manual transmission.
• An original UK-market ‘C16-code’ example, this Carrera 4S was first registered in February 2005, and has just three keepers from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 996-generation Carrera 4S is finished in the timeless hue of Arctic Silver Metallic over a black leather-trimmed interior.
• Factory-fitted equipment includes heated front seats with Porsche crests embossed on their headrests, a six-disc CD autochanger, the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system with telephone model and additional lumbar support for the passenger seat.
• It rides on 18-inch ‘Turbo Twist’ alloy wheels, which frame a set of contrasting red brake callipers.
• The car is believed to be entirely standard and unmodified.
• This 911 will be supplied with all of its original handbooks, a replacement service book and a substantial folder of documents which include its certificate of conformity, recent parts bills, past MOT test certificates and invoices for its past maintenance.

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage.
• During the car’s time with the seller they have had its front end resprayed to rectify various stone chips, and the front splitter has been replaced with a genuine Porsche part.
• Today, the Arctic Silver Metallic paintwork is in fantastic condition for its age, and has been fully detailed and covered in a protective ceramic coating.
• The exterior trim also presents very well, and the headlight lenses remain clear and free of any hazing.
• Inside, the cabin is in great shape, with some minor wear on the front seat bolsters and some light discolouration on the leather-wrapped gear knob.
• There are no known electrical or mechanical faults, and there are no warning lights showing on the dashboard.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 15 January 2021 at 65,141 miles, resulting in a clean, first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Carrera 4S’ most recent routine maintenance was a major service and mechanical refresh, which was undertaken in October 2020 at 65,042 miles by independent Porsche specialist Williams Crawford, who replaced the IMS bearing and seal, as well as the clutch, dual-mass flywheel and camshaft seal cover, before changing the engine oil and filter.
• Prior to this, the car was serviced in May 2020 at 64,513 miles by marque specialist Purely9, who changed the engine oil, oil filter, air filter and pollen filter, re-gassed the air conditioning system and replaced the side repeater bulbs.
• During the seller’s ownership the engine mounts, control arms, gear linkage cables and expansion bottle cap have been replaced and a four-wheel alignment has been carried out.

Dates and Mileages:

• 19/06/2006 11,785 Porsche Centre Aberdeen
• 24/01/2007 23,017 Porsche Centre Aberdeen
• 08/02/2008 34,229 Porsche Centre Aberdeen
• 31/01/2009 40,422 Porsche Centre Aberdeen
• 13/02/2010 43,950 Porsche Centre Aberdeen
• 17/02/2012 47,010 Porsche Centre Aberdeen
• 28/12/2016 62,139 Porsche Centre Aberdeen
• 11/12/2017 63,622 Porsche specialist
• 06/05/2020 64,513 Purely9 - Porsche specialist
• 15/10/2020 65,042 Williams Crawford - Porsche specialist

SUMMARY

This Porsche 996 Carrera 4S is a wonderful example of the sought-after modern classic sports car. Featuring lustrous, recently detailed paintwork and benefitting from the replacement of its IMS bearing, clutch and flywheel, this surefooted manual 911 should prove to be an engaging yet refined companion to its next owner, and would make a smart addition to any collection.

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