Porsche 996
991 996 Carrera 4 Phase2 3.6i Pack Aero CarPlay Bose Xé…
Description
Spec sheet at a glance: Porsche 996 (2002). 991 996 Carrera 4 Phase2 3.6i Pack Aero CarPlay Bose Xénon Toit ouvrant PDC Ligne Cargraphic Showroom!!. Under the bonnet: a petrol engine (235 kW / 320 hp) paired with a manual gearbox. The odometer reads 140.000 km. Fitted with Automatic climate control, Leather, Zetelverwarming, Navigation, Open dak. Contact us today for a no-obligation test drive.
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The 996 — the first water-cooled 911, and today the most affordable entry point.
This generation carried the 911 into the modern era with water cooling — more power, less consumption.
Upgrades
- Water cooling — more power and lower emissions than the 993
- Stiffer, safer body than the 993
- The 996.2 facelift (2002) brought a more refined engine and cleaner design
- Lighter and more agile than many modern sports cars
Fixes
- Water cooling resolved the thermal limits of the air-cooled flat-sixes
- More modern, roomier cabin than the 993
- Better behaviour on wet roads
- The 996.2 (from 2002) is the most refined and sought-after version
Engine & performance
The M96 flat-six came in 3.4- and later 3.6-litre form. Water cooling enabled more power and lower consumption.
Handling
The 996 is lighter and more compact than later 911 generations. Rear-wheel drive and the flat-six sound deliver the pure 911 experience.
- The 996.2 (2002–2004) is the most sought-after: more refined engine and cleaner design.
- The 996 shares its M96 engine with the Boxster — making maintenance more affordable.
- This is the most affordable way into 911 ownership.
Did you know?
- The 996 was the first water-cooled 911 — a decision that shocked purists but saved Porsche.
- The distinctive “fried-egg” headlights were replaced by a cleaner design in the 2002 facelift.
The 996 is the 911 that lets you into the legend at an honest price.
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