At a glance
About this car
The 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet delivers the signature rear-engine balance and open-top freedom that define the 996 generation. Finished in Guards Red with a Black interior, this convertible pairs its 3.6L H6 engine with a precise manual transmission and rear-wheel drive for engaging performance on every drive.
At 89,126 miles, the car maintains the classic proportions of the 911 lineup, measuring 178.8 inches in length, 79.7 inches wide, and 51.8 inches tall, with seating for four. It runs on premium unleaded fuel and achieves an EPA-rated 22 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway.
Price vs. market
Good Value $2,531 (8%) below the median of 99 comparable listings.
- This car
- $29,997
- Median asking
- $32,528
- Comparables
- 99 · 2000–2003
- Median mileage
- 65,263 mi (this car 89,126)
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 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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