2005 Porsche 911 Turbo (996)

Highlights

• 414bhp, twin-turbocharged flat six

• Four-wheel drive

• Good service history

• Meticulously maintained

• In wonderful condition throughout

• Wholly original

• Low mileage

• Recent bodywork refresh

• MOT until April 2027

Overview

When it comes to the Porsche 911 many fans covet the turbocharged variants, and rightly so. Of course, both naturally-aspirated and forced induction versions of the iconic German sports car have their merits but there's just something about a 911 turbo that gets the juices flowing. Harking back to the original turbo 930 that broke cover in 1975 blown 911s continue to be a staple of the line-up such is the inherent appeal.

But going back to earlier versions it's perhaps the 996 turbo, debuting in 2000, that potentially offers the most bang for buck. Not only was the 996 the first 911 to feature water cooling as opposed to the traditional air-cooled engines of prior models but it also featured a brand spanking new platform and although purists at the time derided the styling it is now widely regarded as an excellent entry in Porsche's ever impressive oeuvre.

Introduced three years into the 996's production cycle the Turbo was fitted with a 3.6-litre, twin-turbocharged flat-six engine producing a rather impressive 414bhp. Coupled with a four-wheel-drive system the 996 Turbo could accelerate to 60mph from parked in around four seconds, which is still rapid today, 26 years later. With various styling tweaks and a wider, more aggressive stance it looked the business too.

This low mileage 2005 example comes to market fresh from an MOT pass as well as a recent bodywork refresh to address any minor imperfections and currently presents in excellent condition as a result. Complete with impressive service history and a “tome” of paperwork (to use the vendor's parlance) the car has clearly been cherished and very well-maintained, evinced by the vendor's preference to always keep it attached to a trickle charger, to never take it out in the rain and to store it in a heated garage. So, if you're after a superb representation of a mid 2000s modern classic 911 Turbo that's reportedly in rude health then it might be time to call off the search.

History and documentation

• 2005 model year

• V5C present and correct in the vendor's name

• In current ownership since 27 Nov 2021

• First registered 05 Jan 2005

• Five former registered keepers

• Original book pack but wallet is missing

• Two keys

• Factory PCM navigation CDs

• Service history with original service book showing inspections at the following intervals: 2005 delivery stamp (main dealer), 2007 @ 10,771 miles (minor), 2008 @ 25,884 miles (minor, major), 2009 @ 35,398 miles (minor), 2012 @ 39,703 miles (major, spark plugs, main dealer), 2013 @ 42,396 miles (major, spark plugs, 8 year condition report, main dealer), 2015 @ 47,181 miles (minor, main dealer), 2017 @ 47,571 miles (minor, brake fluid, specialist), 2021 @ 49,220 miles (minor, specialist), 2022 @ 49,975 miles (minor, specialist), 2023 @ 50,410 miles (major, spark plugs, drive belt, specialist), 2025 @ 51,067 miles (minor, specialist)

• Numerous invoices for parts, servicing and maintenance

• Various old MOT certificates

• The private plate will not be included in the sale
• Vendor is a PCGB member, having owned and maintained several Porsches

• HPI clear

• MOT until 07 Apr 2027

• London ULEZ compliant

• 51,407 indicated miles

Interior

• The grey leather interior is in excellent condition throughout

• Wholly original

• No evidence of any significant damage

• Some light signs of wear to high traffic areas commensurate with age and mileage

• A few scratches to the centre console around the electric window controls

• No issues with any of the gauges and displays

• No reports of any electrical issues

• Door cards present well

• Carpets look to be clean and in good condition

• Headlining is in great shape and has not sagged

• Bose sound system plus CD changer

• The area under the bonnet is especially clean and tidy

• Space saver spare wheel and tyre present

• Engine bay presents well

Exterior

• The exterior is in stunning shape across the board

• The vendor informs us that the car has recently been to a top-end body shop to address any stone chips and marks that were identified

• No evidence or any damage or corrosion to the bodywork

• The Atlas Grey Metallic paintwork retains a deep shine and looks to be free of any swirl marks

• Panel gaps are all uniform

• All glasswork looks to be in great shape but there is a single MOT advisory for a slightly discoloured nearside side indicator

• Factory 18” alloy wheels are in superb condition with no signs of any kerb damage aside from a small mark to the offside rear right rim

• All Porsche centre caps present well, showing no signs of degradation

• Bridgestone Potenza S-02A tyres all round

• Underside looks to be in fine fettle with the vendor reporting it being described as one of the best seen by their Porsche Gold Technician

Mechanical

• 414bhp, 3.6-litre twin-turbo flat-six

• Five-speed Tiptronic gearbox

• Four-wheel drive

• 0-62mph in 4.2secs

• 190mph top speed

• No mechanical issues to report

• The vendor informs us that the car has a new battery and it stops starts and sounds as would be expected

Summary

With its powerful, race-derived engine the 996 Turbo certainly has impressive performance credentials but it also has presence. Not only that but the 996 generation is one of the more practical and easier to live with incarnations of the 911, truly making it one for the ages and this particular example, with its low miles, excellent service history and stunning overall condition is a bit of a peach.

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Faversham, Kent.