At a glance
About this car
This 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet presents in elegant Atlas Gray Metallic over a Stone Gray leather interior. Powered by the legendary 3.6L H6 flat-six engine paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive, this example has covered 51,663 miles and delivers the classic analog Porsche driving experience in convertible form.
The car is equipped with the Power Seat Package, Bi-Xenon Headlamp Package, and BOSE High-End Sound System. Additional features include heated front seats, a 3-spoke sport steering wheel, self-dimming mirrors, colored Porsche crest wheel caps, and exclusive metal door sill model insignias. It comes complete with the original owner’s manuals, original window sticker, and one key.
Further equipment encompasses a glass rear window on the convertible top, wind deflector for convertibles, genuine wood trim, navigation aid, and a full suite of safety and convenience items.
Price vs. market
Above Market $3,509 (8%) above the median of 65 comparable listings.
- This car
- $49,995
- Median asking
- $46,486
- Comparables
- 65 · 2005–2007
- Median mileage
- 55,091 mi (this car 51,663)
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 997
- Production
- 2004–2008
- Cylinders
- 6
- Powertrain
- Combustion
The Porsche 911 Carrera 997, part of the fifth generation of the iconic 911 lineup, was produced between 2004 and 2012 (model years 2005-2012). Approximately 213,000 units were manufactured across all variants during its production run, making it less rare than some earlier 911 generations but still desirable among collectors for its balance of modern engineering and classic Porsche design. The 997 Carrera base model featured a 3.6-liter flat-six engine, producing 325 horsepower, while the Carrera S offered a 3.8-liter version with 355 horsepower. Performance highlights include a 0-60 mph time of around 4.8 seconds for the Carrera S with a top speed nearing 182 mph.
For exotic car collectors, the 997 holds appeal due to its historical significance as a return to a more rounded, classic 911 aesthetic after the controversial 996 design. Special editions like the 997 GT3 RS and Turbo models are particularly sought after, with limited production numbers and track-focused engineering. Value trends show steady appreciation, especially for low-mileage examples and manual transmission variants, as the 997 is often seen as one of the last analog-feeling 911s before the shift to more digital systems in later generations.
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