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At a glance
Year
1998
Mileage
71,899 mi
Engine
3.6L H6
Transmission
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel Drive
VIN
WP0AA2999WS320171
About this car
This 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera S is finished in Polar Silver Metallic over special-order Boxster Red leather. It is equipped with a 3.6L flat-six engine, 6-speed manual transmission, and rear-wheel drive, and has recorded 71,899 miles.
The coupe has been owned by the previous owner for 20 years and regularly serviced at appropriate intervals by Porsche specialists. It presents in extremely nice condition inside and out with a clean Carfax and is accompanied by books and records.
Factory features include an 18-inch alloy wheel and technology rim package, Hi-Fi sound speaker system, Motor Sound Package, full power seats, dual exhaust, speed-actuated rear spoiler, and ventilated disc brakes.
3.6L flat-six engine
6-speed manual transmission
Rear-wheel drive
Polar Silver Metallic exterior
Boxster Red special leather interior
18-inch alloy wheels with technology rims
Hi-Fi sound speaker system
Motor Sound Package
Full power seats
Dual exhaust
Speed-actuated rear spoiler
Ventilated disc brakes
Books and records
Price vs. market
Market Price Right at the median of 10 comparable listings.
- This car
- $219,979
- Median asking
- $220,846
- Comparables
- 10 · 1998
- Median mileage
- 27,683 mi (this car 71,899)
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 Carrera S 996
- Production
- 1997–2004
- Cylinders
- 6
- Powertrain
- Combustion
The Porsche 911 Carrera S (996 generation) was produced from 1997 to 2004 as part of the fifth generation of the iconic 911 lineup, marking a significant shift with its water-cooled engine design. Approximately 175,000 units of the 996 generation were produced across all variants, with the Carrera S introduced in 2002 as a higher-performance model. It featured a 3.6-liter flat-six engine, delivering 315 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual or optional 5-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission. The Carrera S could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in around 4.7 seconds, with a top speed of approximately 177 mph.
For exotic car collectors, the 996 Carrera S holds interest due to its historical significance as the first water-cooled 911, though it remains less coveted than air-cooled predecessors. Its rarity is moderate, with fewer Carrera S units compared to base Carrera models, especially in manual transmission. Value trends have seen a gradual increase, with well-maintained examples often ranging from $30,000 to $50,000 as of recent market data. The Aero Kit option, adding distinctive styling, is a sought-after feature among enthusiasts. Its polarizing "fried egg" headlight design remains a unique identifier of this era.
