At a glance
About this car
This 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera convertible presents in striking Arena Red Metallic with a complementary Chestnut Brown interior. With 42,903 miles, the low-mileage example retains the timeless proportions and open-top appeal of the air-cooled 911 generation.
Power comes from a naturally aspirated 3.6L H6 engine paired with a precise five-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. The car delivers 22 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway, blending classic Porsche performance with everyday usability in a convertible body style measuring 178.8 inches in length.
Finished with a four-seat cabin and premium unleaded fuel requirement, this Carrera convertible offers an engaging driving experience defined by its balanced chassis and distinctive flat-six soundtrack.
Price vs. market
Above Market $3,390 (4%) above the median of 15 comparable listings.
- This car
- $99,890
- Median asking
- $96,500
- Comparables
- 15 · 1997–1998
- Median mileage
- 32,636 mi (this car 42,903)
Compared with other active listings of the same model (model years ±2) on Exotics Group. These are dealers' asking prices, not sale prices, and condition, options, mileage and history are not adjusted for.
About the Porsche 911 992
- Production
- 2019–present
- Cylinders
- 6
- Powertrain
- Combustion
The Porsche 911 (992) is the eighth generation of the iconic 911 sports car, introduced in 2019 and still in production as of 2023. Manufactured in Stuttgart, Germany, Porsche has produced over 100,000 units across various trims, though exact figures for specific models remain undisclosed by the company. The 992 is available in multiple variants, including the Carrera, Turbo, and GT3, with engines ranging from a 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six in base models (379 hp) to a 4.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six in the GT3 (502 hp). Performance highlights include a 0-60 mph time of 2.6 seconds for the Turbo S and a top speed of up to 205 mph.
For exotic car collectors, the 992 holds appeal due to limited-run editions like the 911 Dakar, with only 2,500 units produced, and the GT3 RS, celebrated for its track-focused engineering. Historical significance lies in its evolution of the 911’s rear-engine design, maintaining a legacy since 1963. Value trends show strong appreciation for rare variants, with low-mileage Turbo S and GT3 models often commanding premiums above MSRP in the secondary market, reflecting high demand among enthusiasts and investors.
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