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At a glance
Year
2006
Mileage
42,654 mi
Exterior
Guards Red
Interior
Sand Beige Leather
Engine
3.6L H6
Transmission
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel Drive
VIN
WP0CA29996S757743
About this car
The 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera convertible pairs its iconic Guards Red exterior with a Sand Beige leather interior for a classic open-top sports car experience. Powered by a 3.6L H6 engine and paired with a manual transmission driving the rear wheels, this example has been driven 42,654 miles and remains ready for enthusiastic use.
Every journey benefits from the power convertible soft top with glass rear window and wind blocker, while the sport bucket seats offer supportive positioning for driver and passengers alike. Precision handling comes from the independent suspension with MacPherson front struts and multi-link rear setup, complemented by 18-inch performance tires and a rear spoiler.
Inside, leather trim accents the dash, doors, and center console, while the driver enjoys hydraulic power steering, a tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, cruise control, and keyless entry. Rain-sensing wipers, heated power mirrors, front fog lights, and an automatic climate control system with air filtration further enhance daily drivability.
Air filtration
Front air conditioning - automatic climate control
Airbag deactivation - occupant sensing passenger
Front airbags - dual
Side airbags - front
In-Dash CD - MP3 Playback
In-Dash CD - single disc
Radio - AM/FM
ABS - 4-wheel
Electronic brakeforce distribution
Front brake type - ventilated disc
Rear brake type - ventilated disc
Center console trim - leather
Dash trim - leather
Door trim - leather
Shift knob trim - alloy
Shift knob trim - leather
Steering wheel trim - leather
Cargo area light
Center console - front console with storage
Cruise control
Cupholders
Multi-function remote - keyless entry
Power outlet(s) - front
Power steering - hydraulic
Reading lights - front
Steering wheel - tilt and telescopic
Storage - door pockets
Universal remote transmitter
Rear spoiler
Clock
Gauge - tachometer
Trip odometer
Warnings and reminders - low fuel level
Front fog lights
Side mirror adjustments - power
Side mirrors - heated
Convertible rear window - glass
Convertible roof - power
Convertible roof - soft top
Convertible roof wind blocker
Child seat anchors
Emergency interior trunk release
Rollover protection system
Seatbelt force limiters
Seatbelt pretensioners
Driver seat manual adjustments - 2
Driver seat power adjustments - 4
Driver seat power adjustments - height
Driver seat power adjustments - reclining
Front headrests - 2
Front headrests - adjustable
Front seat type - sport bucket
Passenger seat manual adjustments - 2
Passenger seat power adjustments - 4
Passenger seat power adjustments - height
Passenger seat power adjustments - reclining
Rear seat folding - split
Rear seat type - bucket
Upholstery - leather
Anti-theft system - alarm
Anti-theft system - vehicle immobilizer
Power door locks
Stability control
Traction control
Front stabilizer bar
Front struts - MacPherson
Front suspension classification - independent
Front suspension type - lower control arms
Rear stabilizer bar
Rear suspension classification - independent
Rear suspension type - multi-link
Tire type - performance
Wheel diameter - 18 inch
Front wipers - intermittent
Front wipers - rain sensing
Power windows
Window defogger - rear
Price vs. market
Strong Value $7,000 (15%) below the median of 65 comparable listings.
- This car
- $39,999
- Median asking
- $46,999
- Comparables
- 65 · 2005–2007
- Median mileage
- 55,091 mi (this car 42,654)
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 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.
