There are faster 911s, louder 911s and certainly newer 911s, but every now and then a Porsche comes along that simply feels right. This 2001 Carrera 4 is exactly that.
Finished in timeless Arctic Silver Metallic with a beautifully preserved Black Full Leather interior, this is a wonderfully original example of the iconic 996 generation. Open the door and you’re greeted by supple ruffled leather seats, a leather-trimmed dashboard, Alcantara headlining and the wonderfully period-correct Porsche Communication Management system complete with its original integrated telephone handset. It feels every bit as special today as it did when it left the showroom.
Power comes from the legendary 3.4-litre naturally aspirated flat-six producing 300bhp and delivering the unmistakable soundtrack that only a proper Porsche boxer engine can provide. The engine pulls strongly throughout the rev range and, combined with the Carrera 4 four-wheel-drive system, offers superb confidence and usability in all conditions.
The Tiptronic S gearbox suits the character of the car perfectly; effortless when cruising, responsive when pressing on and perfectly matched to the grand touring nature of the Carrera 4.
Mechanically the car wants for nothing, benefiting from four brand new Pirelli P Zero tyres and a brand new exhaust system, helping it drive, handle and sound exactly as a Porsche should. The steering remains beautifully communicative, the chassis feels tight and composed and the overall driving experience encourages you to take the long way home every time.
Complete with sunroof, PCM navigation, original Porsche telephone, factory alloy wheels and a highly desirable full leather interior specification, this is a wonderfully honest, well-maintained and increasingly rare modern classic. A beautifully specified 911 that combines performance, luxury and genuine Porsche character in equal measure.