2003 Porsche 911 996

Highlights

• Recent documented Hartech engine rebuild, addressing this model's well-known weak points
• Comprehensive history folder full of invoices and receipts
• Brakes recently refurbished with new brake lines
• MOT valid to March 2027
• Desirable factory options
• Hard-top and 2 keys included with the sale

The Appeal

The 996-generation 911 was a watershed moment for Porsche - the first water-cooled iteration of Stuttgart's iconic sports car. It was quite the turn up for a marque that had stayed so strictly purist-friendly for so much of its life, but it's paid off long-term. Once overlooked in favour of its air-cooled predecessors, the 996 has become increasingly appreciated by enthusiasts who recognise its dynamic ability and relative affordability within the 911 lineage.

This 2003 example, showing 100,285 miles, comes with a Hartech engine rebuild. Well known within the Porsche community, Hartech's work directly addresses the bore scoring and IMS bearing concerns that have long shadowed the M96 engine. The brakes have also been recently refurbished with new brake lines, adding further peace of mind.

Accompanying the car is a comprehensive history folder with invoices and receipts documenting the care invested over the years. The vendor considers the car mechanically sound overall. With an MOT valid through to March 2027, this 996 Carrera 2 is ready to be enjoyed.

Key Information

• Mileage: 100,285 miles (unverified)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until March 2027
• Technical specs: 3,596cc 6-cylinder petrol, 5-speed automatic
• Paperwork: Hartech engine rebuild invoice reportedly included

Service History:

• 03/26 - SVP Ltd - 100,286 miles
• 07/23 - Hartech Engine Rebuild - 93,971 miles
• 06/20 - Hillcrest - 85,192 miles
• 05/19 - Hillcrest - 80,472 miles
• 05/18 - Hillcrest - 76,364 miles
• 05/17 - Hillcrest - 72,899 miles
• 05/16 - Hillcrest - 69,311 miles
• 03/15 - Hillcrest - 65,818 miles
• 05/14 - Hillcrest - 60,502 miles
• 05/13 - Hillcrest - 56,262 miles
• 05/12 - Hillcrest - 52,017 miles
• 05/11 - Hillcrest - 46,346 miles
• 05/10 - Porsche Centre East London - 43,060 miles
• 05/09 - Porsche Centre East London - 40,889 miles
• 05/08 - Porsche Centre East London - 34,692 miles
• 04/07 - Porsche Centre Mid-Sussex - 32,029 miles
• 05/06 - Porsche Centre East London - 26,848 miles
• 05/05 - Porsche Centre East London - 15.896 miles
• 07/04 - Porsche Sheffield - 7,624 miles

The Detail

• Engine rebuilt by Hartech in July 2023, including new pistons, rings, bearings, timing chains, and other components
• Brake refurbishment completed in April 2026 at a cost of £1,200
• Brake and window fuse repairs carried out in March 2026
• MOT valid until March 2027
• Factory hardtop included with genuine Porsche stand and tailored cover
• Finished in silver
• Alloy wheels would benefit from a refurbishment
• Small paint bubble noted on one wheel arch
• Supplied with two keys
• The vendor states the car is in very good mechanical condition

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