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At a glance

Year
1998
Mileage
3,833 mi
Exterior
Guards Red
Interior
Black
Engine
3.6L H6
Transmission
Manual
VIN
WP0AA299XWS320681

About this car

The 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera S coupe is finished in Guards Red over a black leather interior and shows 3,833 miles. It is powered by a 3.6L H6 engine rated at 282 horsepower and 250 ft. lbs. of torque, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission with a limited-slip differential.

This example was optioned with the Motor Sound Package and hardback sport seats. Additional equipment includes antilock disc brakes, 18 hollow-spoke wheels, a power sunroof, air conditioning, cruise control, power windows, and a CD stereo.

Motor Sound Package
Hardback sport seats
Antilock disc brakes
18 hollow-spoke wheels
Power sunroof
Air conditioning
Cruise control
Power windows
CD stereo
Limited-slip differential

Factory color

Guards Red

Porsche factory color · paint code 84A

Guards Red is one of Porsche's most recognizable colors: a rich, solid red with a minimal hint of orange and a special luminosity that makes a bold statement on any 911. Originally known as India Red, it has been offered as a standard 911 color since the 1970s. Earlier cars, including mid-1980s 911s, carried it under code 027, and it later appeared under codes 80K and 84A on models including the 964, 993 and 996 into the early 2000s.

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.

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