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At a glance
Year
1999
Mileage
101,000 mi
Exterior
Arctic Silver Metallic
Interior
Black
Engine
3.4L H6
Transmission
Manual
VIN
WP0CA2993XS652486
About this car
The 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera convertible pairs the iconic 996-generation design with open-air motoring. Finished in Arctic Silver Metallic over a black leather interior, this example features a 3.4L H6 engine paired with a five-speed manual transmission and shows 101,000 miles. Produced in September 1998, the car delivers the classic rear-engine layout and balanced handling that define the 911 Carrera in convertible form.
Standard equipment includes automatic climate control, dual front airbags with front side airbags, and an AM/FM cassette audio system. Power accessories cover windows, door locks, heated side mirrors, and hydraulic power steering, while the leather-trimmed steering wheel offers telescopic adjustment. Convenience items such as cruise control and keyless entry complement the security provided by an alarm system.
Exterior details include ground effects with lower spoilers, a rear spoiler, front fog lights, approach lamps, and aluminum alloy wheels. The convertible body is supported by 4-wheel ABS, power brakes, intermittent wipers, and tinted glass, creating a well-equipped grand tourer ready for spirited drives or relaxed cruising.
Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
Front airbags: dual
Side airbags: front
Cassette
Radio: AM/FM
ABS: 4-wheel
Power brakes
Steering wheel trim: leather
Cruise control
Multi-function remote: keyless entry
Power steering: hydraulic
Steering wheel: telescopic
Ground effects/lower spoilers
Rear spoiler
Gauge: tachometer
Exterior entry lights: approach lamps
Front fog lights
Side mirror adjustments: power
Side mirrors: heated
Front seat type: bucket
Upholstery: leather
Anti-theft system: alarm
Power door locks
Wheels: aluminum alloy
Front wipers: intermittent
Power windows
Tinted glass
Price vs. market
Strong Value $9,255 (32%) below the median of 42 comparable listings.
- This car
- $19,995
- Median asking
- $29,250
- Comparables
- 42 · 1999–2001
- Median mileage
- 75,077 mi (this car 101,000)
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 996
- Production
- 1997–2004
- Cylinders
- 6
- Powertrain
- Combustion
The Porsche 911 Carrera 996, produced from 1997 to 2006, marks the fifth generation of the iconic 911 lineup and was a significant shift for the model with its water-cooled engine, departing from the traditional air-cooled design. Approximately 175,000 units were produced worldwide across various trims, making it one of the more accessible generations for collectors, though specific variants remain rare. The base Carrera featured a 3.4-liter flat-six engine, later upgraded to 3.6 liters, delivering between 296 and 320 horsepower depending on the model year. Performance highlights include a 0-60 mph time of around 5 seconds for the Carrera and a top speed nearing 174 mph.
For exotic car collectors, the 996 offers intrigue with limited editions like the Carrera 4S and the 40th Anniversary Edition (2004), which are sought after for their unique styling and performance tweaks. While initially less favored due to its design changes, the 996 has seen rising value in recent years, particularly for well-maintained, low-mileage examples and rare variants like the GT3. Its historical significance lies in bridging Porsche’s classic era with modern engineering, making it a pivotal model in the 911’s evolution.
