At a glance
About this car
The 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet is finished in Black with a Black leather interior. This example carries the 3.8L H6 paired with a manual transmission and rear-wheel drive, and it shows 37,041 miles. The Carrera S specification brings wider rear fenders, larger brakes, and the 19-inch Carrera S light alloy wheels.
Power features include the convertible roof, driver and passenger seats, windows, door mirrors, and steering wheel that tilts and telescopes. The cabin is equipped with automatic climate control, front bucket seats with center armrest, leather shift knob, and a nine-speaker audio system with AM/FM stereo and in-dash CD player. Driver aids consist of traction control, electronic stability control, four-wheel independent suspension with adaptive dampers, and speed-sensing steering.
Lighting includes Bi-Xenon headlights with washers and delay-off function, front fog lights, and rear fog lights. Additional equipment covers rain-sensing wipers, rear window defroster with glass rear window, HomeLink transmitter, remote keyless entry, security system, and integrated roll-over protection with wind blocker.
About the Porsche 911 Carrera S 997
- Production
- 2004–2012
- Cylinders
- 6
- Powertrain
- Combustion
The Porsche 911 Carrera S (997 generation) was produced from 2004 to 2012, marking the fifth iteration of the iconic 911 lineup. As part of the 997.1 (2004-2008) and 997.2 (2009-2012) phases, Porsche manufactured approximately 213,000 units of the 997 generation across all variants, with the Carrera S being a popular performance model. Specific production numbers for the Carrera S are not publicly detailed, but its prevalence among enthusiasts suggests a significant share of the total.
The Carrera S initially featured a 3.8-liter flat-six engine in the 997.1, producing 355 horsepower, later upgraded to 385 horsepower in the 997.2 with direct fuel injection. It achieves 0-60 mph in around 4.5 seconds (manual transmission) and a top speed of approximately 182 mph. A key highlight for collectors is the availability of limited editions like the Carrera S Powerkit, offering enhanced performance. The 997 is historically significant as the last 911 generation to widely offer a manual transmission across trims. Value trends show steady appreciation, especially for low-mileage, manual examples, with prices often ranging from $40,000 to $70,000 USD depending on condition and provenance, making it a desirable entry point for exotic car collectors.
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