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At a glance

Year
2003
Mileage
73,150 mi
Exterior
Gray
Interior
Black
Engine
3.6L H6
Transmission
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel Drive
VIN
WP0CA29963S650712

About this car

The 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet delivers the signature 996-generation driving experience in a convertible format. Finished in Gray over a Black interior, this example combines the model's iconic rear-engine layout with open-top motoring and seating for four.

Under the engine lid sits the 3.6L H6, mated to a manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. With 73,150 miles recorded, the car remains true to its factory specification as a Carrera Cabriolet built in the USA and designed to run on premium unleaded fuel.

2003 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Gray exterior
Black interior
3.6L H6
Manual transmission
RWD
73,150 miles
3.6L H6 engine
Manual transmission
Rear-wheel drive
Convertible body style
4 standard seating positions
22 city / 29 highway MPG

Price vs. market

Strong Value $10,414 (29%) below the median of 82 comparable listings.

This car
$24,995
Median asking
$35,409
Comparables
82 · 2001–2003
Median mileage
63,024 mi (this car 73,150)

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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