2006 PORSCHE 911 (997) TARGA 4

KEY FACTS

• A well cared-for example of the surefooted 997-generation Targa, presented in an attractive colour scheme and with low mileage from new.
• Under the engine lid is the naturally aspirated 3.6-litre flat-six, which produces 325bhp and drives all four wheels via a six-speed manual transmission.
• First registered in November 2006, this original UK-market 911 was initially used as a demonstrator model, before being sold to its first private owner with 4,526 miles on its odometer.
• It was then acquired by its second owner in 2006, and was held as part of his collection until 2011, when it was acquired by the seller.
• Today, the odometer displays just 51,268 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 997-generation Targa 4 is finished in the handsome hue of Midnight Blue Metallic over a Stone Grey leather-trimmed interior.
• Equipment includes front and rear Park Assist, bi-xenon headlights, heated seats, a premium Bose surround sound system and a six-disc CD changer.
• It rides on a set of 18-inch ‘Carrera III’ alloy wheels.
• The car will be supplied with all of its original handbooks, its stamped service book and various invoices for its past maintenance.

Specification:

• 18 inch Carrera III wheels.
• Automatic dimming interior and exterior mirror with rain sensor.
• BOSE surround sound system
• Bi-Xenon lighting system.
• CDC-4 six disc CD autochanger.
• Heated seats.
• Navigation system.
• Park assist to rear.
• Cobra tracking system preparation installed.
• Telephone module.
• Coloured Porsche crest wheel centre caps.
• Windscreen with grey top tint.

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage.
• The Midnight Blue Metallic paintwork is believed to be entirely original, and is in very good condition overall, with a few minor marks in line with the car’s age and mileage, including light scuffs on both bumpers and some small chips on the trailing edge of the driver’s door.
• Inside, the cabin is very smart, and while there are some small marks on the trim and light wear on the leather-wrapped gear knob and handbrake grip, the upholstery is in great shape.
• There are no known electrical issues with the vehicle, and the retracting Targa top works perfectly.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 22 October 2020 at 51,004 miles, resulting in a first-time pass with no warnings or advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Targa’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out in October 2020 at 51,004 miles by Lee’s Technicians in West Sussex, with an engine oil change and minor service.
• Prior to this, minor services were performed in April 2020 at 50,772 miles and in April 2019 at 50,027 miles, when the brake fluid was also changed.
• Furthermore, the drive belt was changed in 2014, while the engine mounts and ECU were both replaced in 2020.

Dates and mileage:

• 07.09.09 service 13,013 miles.
• 15.10.10 service 22,242 miles.
• 24.03.12 service 32,807 miles.
• 10.01.14 service 40,062 miles.
• 17.02.15 service 44,484 miles.
• 26.04.16 service 46,652 miles.
• 04.05.17 service 47,742 miles.
• 18.04.19 service 50,027 miles.
• 28.04.20 service 50,772 miles.
• 22.10.20 service 51,004 miles.

SUMMARY

This Porsche 997 Targa 4 is an exciting and eminently usable modern classic sports car. Offering steadfast four-wheel drive handling with the open-air option of its namesake Targa top, this smart, low mileage 911 will make a fine all-season performance car for its next owner.

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