At a glance
About this car
The 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 carries Guards Red paint over a black interior and uses a 3.6L H6 engine with a manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. At 66,418 miles the car shows the classic 996 proportions with its low stance and purposeful lines. The flat-six sits behind the cabin and feeds power through a six-speed manual to the rear wheels.
Inside, sport bucket-style front seats face a leather-wrapped steering wheel fitted with mounted controls. Power adjustable front seats, power windows, power door locks, and keyless entry are present, along with automatic climate control and air conditioning. The Porsche audio system includes AM/FM stereo and a CD player.
Chassis equipment includes an independent sport-tuned suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, power-assisted steering, and alloy wheels. Safety items comprise anti-lock braking, traction control, dual front airbags, and side-impact airbags. Exterior details include a rear spoiler, fog lights, power heated mirrors, and a rear window defroster.
Price vs. market
Good Value $2,001 (7%) below the median of 150 comparable listings.
- This car
- $27,998
- Median asking
- $29,999
- Comparables
- 150 · 2000–2003
- Median mileage
- 64,480 mi (this car 66,418)
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
Guards Red
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 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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