Now available for auction at no reserve is this 1999 Porsche 996 Carrera Cabriolet finished in Arctic Silver Metallic over a Space Grey interior. This first-generation 996 Carrera has been cared for by three prior owners while registered in the states of Texas and California. It came factory optioned with heated front seats, a three-spoke steering wheel, an onboard computer, and features a removable color-matched hardtop as well as a set of upgraded 18” SportDesign wheels. This 6-speed Cabriolet is now being offered for auction by its seller out of Southern California while showing just over 52k miles on the odometer.
This 996 comes finished in Arctic Silver Metallic with a matching removable hardtop and black convertible soft top. The seller notes some scratches on the hardtop as well as a small dent on the hood. The right front fender is also said to have been previously refinished, detailed images are provided in the gallery along with a clean CARFAX report. This Carrera rides on a set of upgraded 18” Porsche SportDesign wheels with new Hankook Ventus S1 Noble2 tires mounted in the rear. The front tires retain approximately 8/32” tread.
Inside, you will find a Space Grey partial leather interior with optional heated front seats and a three-spoke steering wheel. General signs of wear are present on the front seats and the original Porsche CDR-220 radio remains in place. All features and accessories are said to be working properly and the factory specifications label on the underside of the hood lists the following options:
This first-generation 996 Carrera is equipped with a 3.4L flat-six engine rated at 296 HP and 258 lb.-ft of torque. The rear wheels are driven by way of a 6-speed manual transmission. Standard performance features include VarioCam variable valve timing, an aluminum alloy multilink LSA rear suspension, and fixed 4-piston light alloy brake calipers paired with ventilated discs front and rear. The seller reports an oil and filter change to have been carried out at 45,990 miles along with the installation of new spark plugs and a rear main seal. There is no record of an IMS bearing replacement.
This sale will include the original owner's manuals, service booklet, a toolkit, and a clean title. Offered at no reserve, this 1999 example offers a fantastic value for any enthusiast in search of a 6-speed Porsche 996.
Comments (27)
Sold for $22,500
Bid in the amount of $22,500
Additional content has been added to the listing gallery.
Bid in the amount of $22,000
@ Dr.Jekyll - Pictures of the condition of the top have been uploaded
@ mbarnes916 - I’ll provide a link for some pictures taken of that area shortly.
If any other pictures you guys want, please let me know.
Last day of bidding!
Did I miss the picture of the drivers seat side bolster? The angle seems to be off on the pics I saw. None of them were straight on.
I’ve submitted pictures to PCarMarket but they have not been uploaded yet.
Here’s a link for everyone who’s asking on the condition of the top:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/tscg1ii6n5zlkji/AAB5VGM7jqh6mXn29tFZg_jJa?dl=0
@unclepezza - Picture 21 is that of the imperfection on the front hood.
Don’t see photos of soft top up/down. Could you link to those?
Pic 21, where is that on the car?
Thx
Good Evening,
Convertible top pictures (Top off and top on) have been uploaded to PCarMarket.
Video of convertible top opening and closing should be uploaded tomorrow.
Can you tell us when was the last oil change? To make these engines last the most the expert recommended oil drain interval is every six months regardless of mileage. Yeah we need to see the soft top in action if not the price will be significantly lower.
Hi Everyone!
Momentarily the car videos will be uploaded by the PCarMarket team.
Happy bidding
Bid in the amount of $20,000
Bid in the amount of $18,996
Driving Video:
https://vimeo.com/657185607
Cold start video:
https://vimeo.com/657184624
Hi Everyone!
Here’s a showcase of videos of this beauty.
Shortly, we will upload a video on a cold start and it being driven on the road.
https://vimeo.com/showcase/9109141
Bid in the amount of $5,000
Bid in the amount of $3,500
Need to see the soft top photos.
Also an up-down video of the soft top actuation
Undercarriage photos.
Cold start video and driving video would be helpful.
@nutbags: We have personally not removed the hardtop but can make an attempt to. So the condition of soft top is unknown but assuming it’s in excellent shape as the car is as well.
Bid in the amount of $3,000
Bid in the amount of $1,999
Nice looking 996. What is the condition of the soft top? Any tears, stains, seams around the rear window, etc? Any photos of the soft top? Is there a storage cart for the hard top?
Thanks and good luck1
Bid in the amount of $1,000