Although many a Porsche ‘’Fan‘’ criticised the 996 generation, that opinion is now rapidly turning. It dries up nicely shall we say, especially as an MK2 like this 4S convertible. Wide hips, a low sporty line, a continuous reflector at the rear, quality materials and a delightful atmospheric boxer engine. Introduced in 1997, the 996 range is finally starting to get the appreciation it deserves. Vilified by purists at the time, ‘because a kettle of water’. By now we are 26 years on and there appears to be nothing wrong with water-cooled. Moreover, in this generation 911, all switches are finally where you expect them, you have a perfectly working air conditioning and you can wring out such a relatively modern 911 thanks to sufficient horsepower, a not too big body and the necessary safety systems. Come and find that with a 993 or G model twice as expensive. 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 4S offered by us is a gem that can hardly be found anywhere. Originally delivered in the Netherlands (Porsche Wittebrug) and immediately taken to Switzerland by its first English owner. From there, she took the Porsche to her home in England and sold the car with just 7,665km on the odometer in 2016 to its new owner, a German. On 16 January 2023, the car was sold by Porsche specialist Eleven Classics to its current Dutch owner. Executed in the great composed combo of Polar silver metallic with a chic natural brown full-leather interior and dark blue Convertible top a handsome appearance. Also rich in equipment including: Bose sound system, automatic transmission, seat heating, parking assistant, Bi-Xenon headlights, an electrically operated hood and very special several Rootwood accents.
This is an exceptionally clean car with no significant signs of use with only the root wood starting to show some cracks due to age.
Our opinion
A very neat 996 4S convertible, delivered in the Netherlands, with a fully stamped service book and the correct options. A special appearance due to the walnut wood present. Thanks to its virgin mileage, the car drives like new. Autoblog also drove this 996 and raved about the overall condition of the car and how well the automatic gearbox suits the character of this Cabriolet.
About the seller
The last owner bought the car just under two years ago and barely drove it because he thought it would be a shame to put more miles on it. Partly because of this, he decided to trade the car in for a more modern one.
Equipment
This Porsche is equipped ex-factory with, among other things:
Tiptronic automatic transmission
Gearshift on steering wheel
Seat heating
Climate control
Electric sunroof
Natural brown full leather
Cruise control
Rear parking sensors
PCM-2 telephone module
Bose Sound System
Bi-Xenon lights
Headlight washers
Rain sensor
Automatic dimming interior mirror
Electrically adjustable comfort seats
Windshield
Various interior parts in Walnut Maple
Modifications
Classic PCM2 has been fitted, otherwise this 996 4S is completely original. The original unit is present.
Remarks
The car shows very little signs of use, Only the Walnut wood on the steering wheel, dashboard and centre console deserve attention. See also the 200 added photos!
Recent maintenance history
The first few years the car was hardly driven.
The maintenance history is as follows:
31-10-2015 - 7,478km - Maintenance Porsche Centre Lausanne
23-05-2016 - 7,716km - MOT in London
24-05-2017 - 8,173km - Eleven Classics, major maintenance
04-07-2017 - 8,282km - Eleven Classics, miscellaneous work
15-04-2019 - 13,470km - Eleven Classics, minor service
31-03-2021 - 15,123km - Classic Sports Cars, 20,000km service incl tyres
Included in the sale
Two keys
Original service booklets
Windshield
Documentation folder
Summary
Seller - Porsche
Seller type - Business
Location - Gelderland
Chassis number - WPOZZ99Z4S641013
Registration number - S-648-ZF
First registration - 05-03-2004
Mileage - 21,918 KM
Demonstration - Service booklet and documentation
Warranty - No
VAT/Margin car - Margin
Bodywork - Convertible
Engine - 3.6L Boxer engine atmospheric
Drive system - Front + rear
Transmission - Tiptronic S Automatic
Exterior - Polar Silber
Interior - Full-Leather Natural Brown
Upholstery - Leather
Smoking car - No
Owners - 3
Owned since - 16-01-2023
Tyres - Michelin PS2, AZ: 295-30-18, DOT 2020, >6mm, VZ: 225-40-18, DOT 2022, >6mm
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