2003 Porsche 911 Turbo (996)

Who doesn’t love a 911 Turbo? Probably not many… and rightly so – plus the ~420 bhp Mezger 3.6L twin-turbo flat-six is a fantastic engine. Finished in 'Arctic Silver', the paintwork presents well with a nice finish. There are a couple of very minor stone chips on the bumper, but far less than you would imagine for the age of the vehicle. The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there yourself. So please take the time to fully assess these high-resolution images and videos of the car to make up your own mind about the condition of the paint. Taking a close look at the 911 body, the condition is excellent. The panels appear to align as you would expect, with an equal gap, and there were no dings, dents or blisters spotted. We’ve highlighted our observations in more detail through our high-resolution images and videos, so please take time to look through all the media files for a detailed view of what’s on offer and to assess the condition of the car for yourselves. The black leather dashboard is in good condition with no damage. The instruments appear to be working correctly, with no warning lights displayed, and the odometer is showing ~78,830 miles at the time of our visit. Driving a 2003 Porsche 911 Turbo is a vivid blend of old-school intensity and everyday usability. The Mezger-derived 3.6-litre twin-turbo flat-six delivers a muscular surge of boost that feels superb, while the all-wheel-drive system delivers confident handling and traction in all conditions. Steering is communicative, the ride firm but controlled. It’s certainly a car that feels devastatingly fast even by modern standards, yet still refined enough to cover long distances with ease, as John can vouch for from his trips to Le Mans. The windows in the Porsche appear to be in good order, with no noticeable scratches. All of the window seals and rubbers appear to be in good order, with no obvious signs of shrinkage or deterioration. The front and rear lights are in good condition with no damage to the lenses. However, the headlights have just started to discolour slightly, but an easy fix with one of the headlight restoration kits that are available. Probably the best-looking wheel for a 996, the ‘Turbo Twists’ are in great shape. There are a couple of minor kerb marks and a very tiny amount of blistering under the powder coating in a couple of places, but nothing which has broken through. These would be super easy to have refurbished by your local wheel refurbisher if desired. The tyres are a matching set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4s, which have covered only a handful of miles and therefore have plenty of tread remaining. Please take time to review the photos and videos for a detailed view of the exterior, wheels, and tyres so you can make your own assessment of their condition. Tyres are a key safety item, and you should consider replacing any that are cracked, perished, unevenly worn, or over 10 years old. The black leather seats had the options list ticked when ordered, as these are electric with memory on the driver’s side, heated and also have the Porsche crest embossed into the headrest. There is some minor colour wear on the driver’s bolster, but nothing excessive. The rear seat base on the driver’s side does have a small tear in it, but these are super easy to replace, only held in with Velcro and the same through the 996 range, so easy to find second-hand. The carpets are in excellent condition. You will notice some chequer plate-style mats in the photos; these were fitted for a trip to Le Mans. The campsite gets very muddy, so these saved the original mats and carpets from getting dirty. John tells us he does have the factory mats tucked away, which are included with the sale. The 911 fires up without hesitation, and there was no smoke present when we visited the car and started it several times. The car had an engine swap actioned by Porsche by the former keeper in 2010 prior to John purchasing. He mentions that he has had no issues with the engine, testament to his 10 trips to Le Mans in the 911 Turbo. The car runs with no issues reported and pulls strong through the six-speed manual gearbox, which has smooth, precise shifts. The switchgear appears to be in good condition and is working as it should. The original head unit is in place, and there is a small amount of stickiness on the on/off button, which is common. John also has the discs for the factory satellite navigation system. There is also a dash cam included with the sale, and also a car phone, although this hasn't been used for some time and not tested. Just two former keepers have had the pleasure of owning this lovely 911 Turbo before John’s almost 16-year ownership. As you can see from the service book, the car has been serviced at regular mileage intervals. There are several invoices present showing parts fitted and work carried out over the years, including the engine swap by the former keeper in January 2010. The owner’s wallet, complete with the various manuals and two keys, are present and correct. Please note: the registration number 7 JHD will be removed and is not included in the sale. This is probably the best time to get yourself behind the wheel of a Turbo variant 911, and this one in particular has low ownership, modest mileage, and excellent service history - making it excellent investment potential too. Here's a list of optional extras the car has: 342 Seat heating 446 Wheel caps with coloured Porsche crest 567 Top-tinted windscreen 635 ParkAssistant 650 Sun-moon-roof 666 Telephone module for PCM 668 Telephone handset for PCM X54 Stainless steel tailpipes X97 Gear lever knob with aluminium inlay X98 Handbrake lever with aluminium inlay XCA Alu-look dashboard trim strip XCB Alu-look instrument surround XCD Alu-look center air vent bracket XSC Porsche crest embossed in headrests We’ve carried out our usual seller checks, including verifying photo ID, the V5C, and an HPI check. This confirms the car has not been stolen, written off, or has any outstanding finance. Please note: this check does not include mileage verification. We’ve summarised the car based on the seller’s information above. As always, we go to great lengths to photograph and film the car in high-resolution detail so you can make your own informed assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So grab a cuppa, sit back, and enjoy reviewing everything in this listing. Viewings are welcome for all our listings. Please get in touch to arrange a time – we just need to speak with you first and receive valid photo ID before confirming. If you have any questions, no matter how small, please ask the seller in the comments section below before placing your bids, as bids cannot be retracted and form a binding contract if you win, just like in a traditional auction. On the road, the 911 performs as you would expect: a solid, planted feel without being harsh. No knocks or bangs were heard coming from either corner of the car, even when going over speed bumps. Stopping the 911 is a set of drilled discs which all appear in good condition and have no lip to suggest excessive wear. These bring the car to a stop in a straight line and with no juddering. The original steering wheel and gearknob are in place; both show light signs of use, which are in keeping with the car.