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About this car
The 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera arrives in Gray over Black, with the 3.6L H6 SMPI DOHC engine paired to rear-wheel drive. The two-door coupe body carries 31,635 miles on the odometer. A power moonroof, automatic temperature control, and sport steering wheel form part of the specification.
Power windows, power driver and passenger seats, heated power door mirrors, and remote keyless entry handle daily use. The cabin includes front bucket seats trimmed in leatherette with partial leather, a split folding rear seat, leather shift knob, and front center armrest. Instrumentation comprises a tachometer, voltmeter, trip computer, and outside temperature display.
Audio comes from an AM/FM stereo with cassette and Hi-Fi Sound System through four speakers. Lighting and visibility equipment includes front fog lights, rear fog lights, variably intermittent wipers, and a rear window defroster. Chassis and safety items consist of four-wheel independent suspension, front and rear anti-roll bars, speed-sensing steering, ABS brakes, dual front impact airbags, and dual front side impact airbags.
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.
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