Porsche 911 (996) MK2 Cabrio

About this Collectable

Porsche 911 (996) Carrera 2 Cabriolet

According to many Porsche enthusiasts, the world perished in 1997 because of the arrival of the 996 generation, but that opinion is now quickly turning. It dries up nicely shall we say, especially as an MK2. The low sporty line, quality materials, an air conditioner that actually blows cold air, buttons in the right place in the interior and a lovely atmospheric boxer engine. Vilified at the time by the purists, ‘because a kettle’, but now we are 28 years on and it turns out there is nothing wrong with water-cooled and you can wring out such a relatively modern 911 nicely thanks to sufficient horsepower, a not too big body and the necessary safety systems. Come up against that in a twice as expensive 993 or 964. It is not for nothing that many a car journalist privately drives a 996.
There is also a risk attached to the relatively low entry price for a 996. If a 911 is bought by someone who saves on maintenance, you end up buying a very expensive 911. Because in terms of maintenance (costs), it remains a Porsche, of course.

This 996 offered by us was originally delivered in the Netherlands (Porsche Amsterdam) and all maintenance has always been carried out by the Porsche dealer and Porsche specialist. Of course, this is all neatly stamped in the service booklet. The last service was carried out at 190,103 km, less than 7,000 km ago. Executed in the great combination of Arktissilber metallic with a black leather interior and black convertible top, this is a neat appearance. Also nicely equipped with lots of aluminium accents and just about all plastic parts are covered in leather (see all X-code options). Further equipped with a hardtop, which is not only nice in the colder months, but also gives a lot of peace and less noise during a long holiday trip.

Our opinion 

A neat original Dutch-delivered 996 convertible with a fully stamped service book and the nice options. No more virgin mileage, but therefore very suitable as a daily driver with a favourable business addition on daily value. Thanks to the Tiptronic, also great to drive in traffic jams.

About the seller

Dirk bought the car in 2021 from a well-known Porsche specialist and made beautiful road trips with it. In the meantime, he has noticed that he drives it very little and finds it a shame that the car is used so little. Therefore, he decided to offer the car for sale through The Collectables.

Equipment

This Porsche is factory-equipped with, among other things:

Tiptronic automatic transmission
Gearshift on steering wheel
Seat heating 
Climate control
Electric convertible top
Porsche coat of arms in headrest
Cruise control
Rear parking sensors 
Bose Sound System
Xenon lights
Headlight washers  
Leather upholstery 
Electrically adjustable seats
Hardtop
Aluminium door sill panels
Aluminium gearshift console
Leather dashboard
Leather air vents, etc.

Modifications

This 996 is equipped with a Sony sound system (original is included)

Remarks 

The car shows very light signs of use, see also the 200 added photos! The front screen was once painted because of scratches. The car has recently been fitted with a brand new exhaust system and new rear tyres.

Recent maintenance history

The service history is as follows: 

06-02-2003 - 96km - Delivery A-point Porsche 
24-03-2004 - 11.090km - Service A-point Porsche
20-09-2004 - 18.559km - Service A-point Porsche
31-01-2006 - 41.660km - Transmission A-point Porsche
06-02-2007 - 54.602km - Burt Porsche Amsterdam
25-06-2009 - 64.902km - Transmission Porsche Amsterdam
07-03-2011 - 77.771km - Beurt Porsche Leusden
26-01-2012 - 93.412km - Service Porsche Groningen
25-01-2013 - 107.361km - Service Porsche Groningen
07-02-2014 - 121.918km - Service Porsche Groningen
06-02-2015 - 139.348km - Service Porsche Groningen
03-03-2016 - 152.638km - Transmission Porsche Groningen
24-07-2018 - 164.562km - Service Porsche Gelderland
16-07-2019 - 172.606km - Service Porsche Gelderland
30-09-2021 - 181.830km - Operation Wisman Porsche
14-11-2024 - 190.103km - Service + tyres + exhaust Garage Hofstee

Included in the sale

Two keys
Original booklets
Hardtop 
Original PCM

Summary

Seller - Dirk
Seller type - Private
Location - Soest
Chassis number - wp0zzz99z3S641199
Registration number - 32-LK-BG
First registration - 06-02-2003
Mileage - 197,009 KM
Demonstrated - by maintenance booklet and NAP
Warranty - No
VAT/Margin car - Margin
Bodywork - Convertible
Engine - 3.6L Boxer engine atmospheric 
Drive system - Rear-wheel drive
Transmission - Tiptronic S Automatic
Exterior - Arctic black
Interior - Black leather 
Upholstery - Leather
Smoking car - No
Owners - 5 previous owners
Owned since - 02-10-2021
Tyres - Michelin, AZ: 285-30-18, DOT 2024, >6mm, VZ: 225-40-18, DOT 2023, >6mm

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