At a glance
About this car
The 2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 is a 996-generation convertible finished in Ocean Blue Metallic with a Metropol Blue soft top over Graphite Gray leather. Powered by a 3.4-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine producing 300 horsepower, this example pairs the engine with a 6-speed manual transmission and benefits from recent service work that includes an IMS Solutions bearing replacement along with a new OEM clutch kit and rear main seal.
Its convertible top operates electrically, and the car rides on 18-inch BBS SportDesign alloy wheels fitted with colored crests. Inside, the cabin features the Supple Leather Package, Power Seat Package with memory function, crests embroidered in the headrests, driver lumbar support, aluminum instrument dials, and a brake handle plus shifter finished in aluminum and carbon fiber.
Further equipment includes Litronic xenon headlamps with washers, Porsche Stability Management, the Hi-Fi Sound Package, Porsche Communication Management infotainment system, power-deployable rear spoiler, keyless entry, and automatic climate control. With 76,804 miles recorded, this Carrera 4 Cabriolet combines open-top driving with the performance and engineering hallmarks of the 996 generation.
Price vs. market
Market Price $260 (1%) below the median of 170 comparable listings.
- This car
- $29,800
- Median asking
- $30,060
- Comparables
- 170 · 1999–2002
- Median mileage
- 66,927 mi (this car 76,804)
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.
Factory color
Ocean Blue Metallic
Ocean Blue Metallic is an official Porsche color in the Blue family with a metallic finish. It is listed in the Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur Paint to Sample catalog (factory code 3AZ) and is a special-order color unless it is a series color for the model.
About the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 996
- Production
- 1997–2004
- Cylinders
- 6
- Powertrain
- Combustion
The Porsche 911 Carrera 4 (996 generation) was produced from 1998 to 2005, marking the first major redesign of the iconic 911 with a water-cooled engine, replacing the air-cooled units of previous models. As part of the 996 lineup, the Carrera 4 variant featured all-wheel drive, distinguishing it from the rear-wheel-drive Carrera. Approximately 175,000 units of the entire 996 generation were produced, with the Carrera 4 making up a smaller, yet significant portion, enhancing its appeal among collectors seeking less common configurations.
Equipped with a 3.4-liter flat-six engine initially, later upgraded to 3.6 liters in 2002, the Carrera 4 delivered between 296 and 315 horsepower, depending on the model year. Performance highlights include a 0-60 mph time of around 5 seconds and a top speed nearing 174 mph. Its all-wheel-drive system offered superior traction, making it a versatile choice for varied driving conditions. For exotic car collectors, the 996 Carrera 4 is gaining attention as values trend upward, particularly for well-maintained, low-mileage examples or special editions like the 40th Anniversary model (2004). Its historical significance lies in being a transitional model in Porsche’s evolution, often debated for its design but respected for engineering advancements.
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