The Porsche 997 Turbo MK1 is the last of its kind. As the last Turbo equipped with the indestructible Mezgerm engine, which in turn was finished with the latest VTG (Variable Turbo Geometry) Turbos which, thanks to adjustable vanes, ensured that full turbo pressure was already available at low revs. Compared to the 996 Turbo (which basically had the same engine), the turbo pressure increased from 0.8 to 1.0 bar and even 1.2 bar in sport mode, temporarily making almost 680NM available. The standard torque of 620NM is already available below 2000rpm. Power grew from 420hp to 480hp and provided supercar performance. With a sprint time of 3.7 sec to 100kmh, it is still one of the fastest cars, and it is put on the road without any problems thanks to all-wheel drive. Compared to the 996, a completely newly developed four-wheel-drive system was fitted, the car was slightly lighter and larger 6-pot brakes were fitted, which fit exactly into the 19-inch rims. The Tiptronic (a bit of a dead giveaway in the 996 Turbo anyway) was reprogrammed and adds to the active driving experience. Unlike before, the Tiptronic version is clearly faster than the manual transmission and the ease of doing so is particularly impressive.
The 997 Turbo offered here was bought new by the current owner from Porsche Amsterdam on 12 March 2007. Among the options he had ordered were the Tiptronic transmission with steering wheel controls, Seat heating, 16-way electrically adjustable sports seats. He drove it about 25-30000 km per year in the first few years. Later, that became less than 10,000km per year. Maintenance took place at the Amsterdam dealer and at Porsche Motorsport specialist, Snel Motorsport in Zwaag. That the car has driven over 195,000km is not immediately apparent. The engine runs smoothly and the gearbox shifts like it should. Furthermore, the car has never had any major damage and is, as far as can be measured, 80% in its first paint.
Our opinion
Surely, a 997 Turbo continues to capture the imagination. As already indicated, this is one of the last Mezger versions in decent condition for age and mileage, accident-free and almost entirely in first paint. Perhaps some mileage, but therefore a great opportunity to get into a real 997 Turbo! Prices are rising by the day, so a great opportunity to strike now.
About the seller
The seller traded the car in at the Porsche dealer for a (yes!) 997 Turbo Cabriolet with a little less mileage. That does show how much he enjoys driving a 997 Turbo!
Equipment
This 997 Turbo comes with factory equipment including:
Leather upholstery
Metallic paintwork
CD changer
Seat heating
Tiptronic with steering wheel remote control
Fully automatic air conditioning
Electrically adjustable seats
Aluminium door sill panels
Leather dashboard
Electronically controlled shock absorbers
Board computer
Red seat belts
16-way power-adjustable sports seats
Multifunction steering wheel
Cruise control
Green lane in windscreen
Sliding tilt roof
Bose sound system
Sportchrono
Modifications
None, this 997 Turbo is still completely original
Remarks
The car has signs of use appropriate to its age and mileage. The front door switch is loose, the electric adjustment of the right exterior mirror falters. The last service took place 6,000km ago, but is over 2 years ago.
Recent service history
The service history is fully stamped in the booklet.
07-03-2007 - 10km - Delivery Porsche Amsterdam
07-07-2008 - 33.043km - Service Porsche Berlin
31-03-2010 - 63.658km - Major service Porsche Amsterdam
19-05-2012 - 93.125km - Service Porsche Waalgarage
20-05-2014 - 118.061km - Major Service Porsche Amsterdam
01-09-2016 - 140.780km - Quick Motorsport service
31-01-2019 - 165.000km - Quick Motorsport major service
15-02-2021 - 181.580km - Grant Snel Motorsport
20-01-2022 - 192.419km - Quick Motorsport Service
Included in the sale
Booklets and inspection certificates
2 keys
Summary
Seller - Porsche
Seller type - Business
Location - Heteren
Chassis number - WP0ZZ99Z7S788014
Registration number - 38-TZ-JG
First registration - 12-03-2007
Mileage - 198,847 KM
Demonstration - Yes, through booklets, inspection reports and NAP
Warranty - No
VAT/Margin car - Margin
Bodywork - Coupe
Engine - 3.6 litre 6 cylinder BiTurbo Boxer with 480hp
Drive system - Four-wheel drive
Transmission - Tiptronic
Exterior - Black Metallic
Interior - Black
Upholstery - Leather
Smoking car - No
Owners - 1 owner
In possession since - 12-03-2007
Tyres - Michelin PS2 N2 305-30-19 and 235-35-19, All around > 6mm, DOT 2022
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