2008 PORSCHE 911 (997) TURBO CABRIOLET

KEY FACTS

• An excellent example of the highly capable drop-top supercar, presented in a lesser seen factory colour combination and with a host of desirable optional extras.
• Under the hood is the twin-turbocharged 3.6-litre flat-six, which sends 480bhp and 460lb ft of torque to all four wheels via an engaging six-speed short-shirt manual transmission.
• As a result, the 997-generation 911 Turbo Cabriolet can sprint from 0-60mph in 3.7, before going on to a claimed top speed of 194mph.
• The odometer currently reads 51,600 miles, and the car has been enjoyed by the seller since 2008.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 997 was specified from the factory with Macadamia Metallic Paint, full leather Sand Beige upholstery, sycamore interior trim and a matching steering wheel.
• The car is equipped with the Sport Chrono package, an axle differential lock, heated seats, a multifunction steering wheel, park assist, and interior color-matched floor mats.
• Additional features include in-cabin WiFi, Apple CarPlay, front and rear cameras, and Garmin satellite navigation.
• It rides on its original 19-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels, which feature diamond-cut faces and contrasting red brake callipers.
• The car will be accompanied by its Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, its owner’s manual, documentation of its maintenance history and its factory tool kit.

Specification:

• 220           Axle-Differential Lock Rear
• 342           Heated Front Seats
• 452           Sycamore Steering Wheel Multifunction
• 635           Parking Assist System
• 640           Sport Chrono Package Turbo
• 666           Module for Telephone PCM
• 692           Remote CD Changer (6 Disc)
• 802           Sycamore Package
• 810           Floor Mats in Interior Color

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage and the rear bumper has previously been replaced.
• The Macademia Metallic paintwork is described by the vendor as being in excellent overall condition, and while there was a small scratch on the driver’s side of the car this has since been repaired by a factory-authorized body shop and is no longer visible.
• The 19-inch alloy wheels are in great shape, with no visible scuffs, scratches or other substantial blemishes.
• Inside, the Sand Beige leather-trimmed seats have been well-maintained and are in good shape, however there are some light use-related marks and scuffs on the driver’s door trim and speaker grille.
• There are no known electrical or mechanical faults.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This 911 Turbo’s most recent maintenance was performed at 51,600 miles by a German Automotive-Factory authorized center. The clutch, flywheel, pressure plate and struts, and ‘frunk’ supports were all replaced. Factory recommended maintenance was also performed.
• The car does not require another California smog inspection until 2023.

SUMMARY

This 911 Turbo Cabriolet is an excellent example of the high-performance everyday supercar. Offered for sale with low mileage from new and a equipped with a short-shift six-speed manual transmission, it would make a thrilling canyon carver or weekend driver, but could comfortably be put into daily use.

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