At a glance
About this car
The 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera coupe delivers timeless performance with its Black exterior and Tan leather interior. Powered by a 3.6L H6 engine paired with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, this well-maintained example shows 52,326 miles and remains ready for spirited driving.
Under the hood, the 3.6L (219) DOHC SMPI aluminum water-cooled horizontally-opposed 24-valve 6-cyl engine features VarioCam Plus variable valve timing, fully integrated electronic ignition and fuel injection systems, and the Motronic ME 7.8 electronic engine management system. The chassis employs MacPherson strut front suspension with aluminum components, independent multi-link rear suspension with coil springs, front and rear stabilizer bars, force-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering, power 4-wheel vented disc brakes with cross-drilled rotors, and a 16.9-gallon fuel tank.
Outside, the car is equipped with a rear high-density fog light and power-heated color-keyed exterior mirrors. Inside, the 2+2 seating includes folding rear seat backrests, a lockable storage compartment behind the brake lever, an adjustable steering column, and comprehensive instrumentation with analog speedometer and tachometer plus digital odometer and trip computer. Additional conveniences include power windows with one-touch operation, central locking with remote control, an anti-theft system with immobilizer and interior sensor, cruise control, remote hood and trunk releases, rear window defroster, automatic climate control with carbon filter, CD storage shelf, integrated dual cup holders, leather-wrapped shift knob and handbrake lever, Alcantara roof lining, and a locking glove box.
Safety provisions consist of driver and front passenger airbags, door-mounted side-impact airbags, 3-point inertia-reel safety belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters, side-impact door beams, and front and rear crumple zones.
Price vs. market
Premium Priced $4,987 (14%) above the median of 82 comparable listings.
- This car
- $39,995
- Median asking
- $35,008
- Comparables
- 82 · 2001–2003
- Median mileage
- 64,003 mi (this car 52,326)
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.
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