An excellent example of the 996-generation Porsche 911 Carrera, finished in classic Arctic Silver over a Black leather interior. This desirable 6-speed manual example has been owned by The Vendor for the last 10 years and shows just 3 former keepers, with a genuine mileage of 58,917 miles. Presented in excellent condition inside and out, this Carrera offers the purity and driver appeal that has helped the early 996 become increasingly appreciated in recent years. With its naturally aspirated 3.4-litre flat-six engine, manual gearbox, and rear-wheel-drive layout, it remains highly engaging and usable.
This example is accompanied by a strong history file, including invoices for servicing and maintenance amounting to almost £3,000, along with a collection of MOT certificates. Importantly, the original leatherbound Porsche bookpack remains with the car and contains the Driver’s Manual for the 911 Carrera, Service Directory, Porsche Assistance Guide, Radio Guide, and the Guarantee and Maintenance book. The Guarantee and Maintenance book displays 14 service stamps, covering maintenance carried out between 2000 at 12,604 miles and 2023 at 58,464 miles. Notably, the majority of these services — 13 out of 14 — were completed by either Porsche Main Dealers or recognised Porsche specialists, giving prospective buyers confidence in the car’s upkeep. The car is described as being in excellent condition inside and out, further supporting its appeal as a well-kept and properly maintained 996 Carrera.
Having been owned by The Vendor for the last 10 years, this 911 benefits from long-term current ownership and a reassuringly modest keeper history, showing just 3 former keepers. Its accompanying paperwork, original bookpack, stamped maintenance book, invoices, and MOT records provide a pleasing level of provenance and help support the mileage of just 58,917 miles.
Introduced in 1998, the Type 996 marked one of the most significant turning points in the history of the Porsche 911. It brought with it the first fully water-cooled flat-six engine used in a production 911, replacing the air-cooled engines that had defined the model for 34 years. This change was controversial among traditionalists at the time, but it also enabled Porsche to modernise the 911 for a new era. The 996 also introduced the first major redesign of the 911 bodyshell, with a more contemporary shape and front-end styling cues shared with Porsche’s mid-engined Boxster. The exterior design, led by Pinky Lai, received international recognition and design awards between 1997 and 2003. The 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.4 Manual is powered by a water-cooled 3.4-litre flat-six engine producing around 296–300bhp and 258 lb ft of torque. Paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox, the rear-wheel-drive Carrera offers a 0–60mph time of approximately 5.0 seconds, delivering the performance and balance expected of a 911 while remaining highly usable as a road car.
Early 996-generation Carreras have become increasingly appreciated as accessible, usable, and rewarding modern classic 911s. This example is particularly attractive thanks to its Arctic Silver over Black colour combination, desirable 6-speed manual gearbox, modest mileage, excellent condition, long-term current ownership, and well-documented service history. With only 3 former keepers, original Porsche bookpack, 14 service stamps and the majority of servicing carried out by Porsche Main Dealers or specialists, this Carrera represents a compelling opportunity for those seeking a well-presented and properly documented 996-generation 911.
