2005 Porsche 911 (997) Carrera S

KEY FACTS

• This 997-generation Porsche 911 Carrera S is an engaging and exciting modern classic sports car, which benefits from a recent full engine rebuild.
• Under the rear engine lid sits a naturally aspirated 3.8-litre flat-six, which sends its power to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission.
• This 911 Carrera S was first registered in April 2005.
• The odometer shows 71,677 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 911 Carrera S is finished in the subtle shade of Seal Grey, over a dark blue leather-trimmed interior, punctuated by silver, brushed aluminium, and satin dark silver trim.
• It rides on a set of 19-inch ‘Carrera Classic’ five-spoke alloy wheels, framing red Porsche-branded brake callipers, and fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport tyres.
• Equipment includes xenon headlights, rear parking sensors, a rear screen wiper, aluminium-effect dials, an electrically operated rear spoiler, electrically adjustable dampers, Porsche Stability Management, automatic air conditioning, a PCM media system with navigation and telephone module, a Bose sound system, and partially electrically adjustable front seats.
• This example has been enhanced with a sports exhaust system.
• The car comes with two keys, the stamped service booklet, the owner’s manuals in a black leather wallet, and a Williams Crawford-branded document wallet with a collection of maintenance invoices.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• MOT test history is shown via the button in the listing overview.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This 911’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out in August 2025 at 70,190 miles by Porsche specialist, DW Performance, which consisted of a minor service and the drive belt being checked.
• Technicians at DW Performance carried out an engine rebuild in March 2025 at 68,849 miles, with a full breakdown of all work carried out visible in the photo gallery.
• A previous minor service was carried out in July 2024 at 67,767 miles by Cotswold Porsche Specialists.
• Other notable maintenance includes a new clutch being installed in January 2019, the IMS and RMS seals being replaced in August 2021 at 62,743 miles, two new tyres being fitted in February 2024, and a bore scope being carried out on all cylinders in September 2024.

Dates and Mileages:

• Apr 2007 - 7,202 miles - JMH Automotive Ltd Porsche Specialist
• Apr 2009 - 11,337 miles - Porsche Centre Edinburgh
• Mar 2011 - 19,728 miles - Porsche Centre Leeds
• Jun 2013 - 34,496 miles - Porsche Centre Leeds
• Mar 2015 - 44,116 miles - Weston Porsche Service
• Feb 2018 - 51,859 miles - Williams Crawford Porsche Specialist
• Dec 2018 - 56,098 miles - Williams Crawford Porsche Specialist
• Dec 2019 - 59,414 miles - Williams Crawford Porsche Specialist
• Dec 2020 - 61,051 miles - Williams Crawford Porsche Specialist
• Aug 2021 - 62,743 miles - Williams Crawford Porsche Specialist
• Sep 2023 - 64,367 miles - Williams Crawford Porsche Specialist
• Jul 2024 - 67,767 miles - Cotswold Porsche Specialists
• Mar 2025 - 68,849 miles - DW Performance Porsche Specialist
• Aug 2025 - 70,190 miles - DW Performance Porsche Specialist

SUMMARY

This 997-generation Porsche 911 Carrera S is an exciting modern classic sports car, which benefits from a recent engine rebuild. Presented with a subtle Seal Grey finish over lesser-seen blue leather upholstery, and boasting a solid maintenance history and an upgraded sports exhaust system, it would make a rewarding companion for rapid daily driving, weekend fun, and longer-distance road trips alike.

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