2012 Porsche 911 Turbo Type 997.2 Coupé

Highlights

This car is on view as part of our ‘For the Love of Porsche sale’. This car is currently on view at Boxengasse and will be on view during the Megaphonics event weekend 1-2 August.

• Generously specified with factory-fitted options including 7-speed PDK, BOSE sound system, Sport Design steering wheel with paddle shift and electric seats with driver memory
• Paint protection film applied to all bodywork
• Freshly serviced by Paragon in preparation for sale
• Superb service record
• 40,671 warranted miles
• Advisory-free MOT to July 2027
• Supplied with comprehensive 12 month parts and Labour Warranty from Paragon

The Appeal

If you're looking to pinpoint the sweet spot in the 911 Turbo lineage, this is a compelling candidate.
For the 997 Gen II Turbo, Porsche moved away from the old Mezger engine in favour of a completely redesigned 500 bhp 3.8-litre unit featuring Direct Fuel Injection, and lacking the IMS bearing or coolant pipe vulnerabilities of older water-cooled Porsches. Pairing it with the option of the lightning-fast PDK dual-clutch gearbox created a car that remains devastatingly effective and deeply rewarding to drive.

This 2012 example in Jet Black over black leather presents a compelling specification. The 7-speed PDK gearbox with paddle shift is complemented by a generous roster of factory-fitted options, including BOSE sound system, fully electric seats with driver memory, Sport Design steering wheel, rear parking sensors, Bluetooth phone connectivity, auto-dimming mirror with rain sensor and iPod/USB interface for the PCM system. The whole car has been covered in paint protection film.
Having covered 40,671 miles from new, the car has been very well maintained, as the history file attests. A recent service by Paragon and an advisory-free MOT pass ensure it is ready for its next custodian.

A well-specified 997 Gen II Turbo with a known history, this Jet Black example warrants close inspection.

History and Paperwork

• RHD UK-market right-hand drive car first registered in 2012
• Four former registered keepers
• MOT to 19th July 2027 (no advisories)
• 40,671 miles (warranted by service record and MOT history)
• Previously sold and serviced by Paragon
• Freshly serviced by Paragon in readiness for its next keeper
• Supplied with comprehensive 12 month parts and Labour Warranty from Paragon

Service history:
07/26 – 40,671 miles – Paragon Porsche Specialists

• Freshly serviced to prepare for sale

04/25 – 40,038 miles – Paragon Porsche Specialists (Invoice #28227)

• Completed major service, including engine oil and filter replacement, particle filter, and sump screw
• Performed scheduled brake fluid change
• Carried out PDK clutch fluid change and system calibration
• Changed front differential oil, rear differential oil, and PTM fluid
• Replaced rear suspension coil springs, bump stops, and concave washers
• Completed full geometry check and Hunter laser alignment
• Diagnosed electric fault on passenger seat; replaced seat base unit
• Completed statutory MOT test

02/24 – 39,299 miles – Paragon Porsche Specialists

• Completed oil and filter service
• Checked drive belt

02/23 – 39,358 miles – Paragon Porsche Specialists (Invoice #25742)

• Completed 20k service (oil and filter, particle filter)
• Replaced all six spark plugs
• Performed scheduled brake fluid change
• Replaced front brake discs, front brake pads, and warning contact sensor wires
• Replaced exhaust flange nuts to turbo and manifold to turbo
• Replaced near-side rear differential output flange neck housing and gasket, then topped up gear oil
• Replaced front suspension level sensor link rod
• Cleaned and waxed brake pipes, cleared debris from front radiators, and lubricated O/S/R seat latch
• Completed statutory MOT test

02/22 – 38,374 miles – Paragon Porsche Specialists (Invoice #32128)

• Completed oil and filter service using Mobil 1 0W-40 engine oil
• Supplied, fitted, and balanced a full set of Porsche-rated Michelin N2 tyres (235/35/19 front, 305/30/19 rear)
• Replaced rear suspension wishbone arms, eccentric screws, and nuts
• Completed full geometry check and Hunter laser alignment
• Cleared debris from front radiators and adjusted/lubricated horn push
• Completed statutory MOT test

02/21 – 34,164 miles – Paragon Porsche Specialists

• Completed intermediate maintenance service
• Checked drive belt

02/18 – 29,300 miles – Porsche Centre Teesside

• Completed intermediate maintenance service
• Replaced spark plugs and checked drive belt

02/16 – 13,855 miles – Porsche Centre East London

• Completed scheduled maintenance service
• Replaced spark plugs and checked drive belt

02/14 – 8,567 miles – Porsche Centre East London

• Completed intermediate maintenance service
• Checked drive belt

Paragon have provided the following:

• One of the later cars of the (short) production run. A '12/12' car
• A C16 (UK) car delivered new via Porsche Bournemouth
• A purer, "less-blinged" version than many, with the sunroof deleted from the spec and comfort and simplicity appearing to be the requirement (albeit with the purer Sports Steering Wheel with paddles)
• In Jet Black with black leather interior
• Maintained by Porsche for the car's first three services (OPC East London x2 and then OPC Teeside)
• Paragon bought and first prepared the car in Jan/Feb 2021 and sold her to Richard Dowse, a local Porsche enthusiast, on 18.02.2021 when at 34,164 miles
• Paragon have serviced the car six times
• There is a separate file of invoices detailing the above, previous MOTs

The Condition

• Jet Black paintwork with paint protection film (PPF) added
• Black leather interior
• 19" Turbo II wheels
• Fully electric seats with driver memory
• Sport Design steering wheel with paddle shift
• Bi-Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights
• Silver dials
• BOSE sound system
• Touchscreen satellite navigation with iPod/USB interface
• Rear parking sensors
• Bluetooth phone connectivity
• Auto-dimming mirror with rain sensor
• Air conditioning

Applying paint protection film is a complex and costly process, but it's well worth the investment. It has certainly kept this 997.2 Turbo looking its best, and will continue to do so for its new keeper. As the photographs attest, this 911 is beautifully presented throughout and shows minimal signs of wear, consistent with its ultra-low mileage. The specification is fabulous: 19" Turbo II wheels, Bose audio, electric memory seats, Sport Design steering wheel... this car has it all.

The Mechanics

• 3.8-litre twin-turbocharged flat six engine producing 500 bhp
• Seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission
• All-wheel drive
• Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
• Supplied with comprehensive 12 month parts and Labour Warranty from Paragon

The great thing about these modern classic 911 Turbos is their Jekyll-and-Hyde character. Often considered the air-cooled era Turbo's spiritual successor, the 997.2 offers brutal performance wrapped in a usable, everyday package. All-wheel drive, PASM, and PSM add reassurance in the wet, but step on the loud pedal, and it becomes a formidable machine. Our example has been maintained with respected marque specialists and has covered minimal mileage for its age.

Interested parties should note that cars need to be cleared from Boxengasse storage on 10th August. Unless otherwise instructed by 9am on the 10th August, all movements will be carried out by Indigo Blue European who are contactable on +44 (0)1420 477223 . The clearance / uplift to store price is £375 + VAT per car, storage would be £15 + VAT per day thereafter for the first 7 days then £45 + VAT per week. Delivery to your door is negotiable please do contact Indigo Blue European for a transport quote.

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