2006 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S (997.1) Manual

Highlights

• Recently serviced

• Extensive maintenance history

• Cylinder bores inspected

• All-wheel drive 

• Six-speed manual gearbox

Overview

In the long and hallowed hall of 911 history, the 997 looms large for being one of the most successful models produced. This iteration of the world’s favourite rear-engined sportscar proved to be one of the best selling models, with more 997s leaving the dealerships than you could shake a Bratwurst at.

This particular example is sleek and suave, in its gloss black paint and matching black leather interior. It hails from a simpler time, twenty-ish years ago, when dashboards had real buttons on them, and a satnav update involved buying a new DVD and loading it into the machine. 

Accompanied by an extensive service record, this 997 has clearly been carefully maintained. In August 2024, it had its cylinder bores inspected and they were found to be in good condition, which will give bidders peace of mind about the health of the engine. Just some of the other extensive mechanical work has included new brake discs and pads all round, and a front suspension rebuild with new shock absorbers and springs. 

So when you’re next shifting down a gear and seeing what the all-wheel drive system can do, you can be safe in the knowledge that the previous owners of this Porsche have been on top of its maintenance schedule. The surprisingly shiny paintwork is thanks to professional polishing and ceramic coating, along with refurbished alloy wheels to ensure this car’s suaveness continues well into the future.

History and documentation

• Registered 10 Nov 2006

• Stamped service book with services as follows: Jun 2008 @ 7,809 miles, Jul 2010 @ 20,472 miles, Oct 2011 @ 26,480 miles, Mar 2013 @ 30,112 miles, Dec 2014 @ 34,893 miles, Nov 2016 @ 38,326 miles, Nov 2018 @ 41,729 miles, Nov 2019 @ 43,690 miles, Nov 2020 @ 44,844 miles, Nov 2021 @ 47,521 miles, Jan 2025 @ 59,256 miles

• Original document set

• Collection of invoices and old MOT certificates

• Two keys

• Current MOT with no advisories expires 27 January 2026

• V5 present in owner’s name

• Current owner since Feb 2024 

• Only four former keepers

• This car has a finance agreement in place, which will be cleared upon a successful auction completion

• Private plate L88 LLP included in sale

• London ULEZ compliant

Interior

• Black leather interior with contrasting stitching 

• Silver trim pieces 

• The leather remains in very good condition for its age 

• A few small scuffs and scratches throughout 

• The driver’s seat bolsters are free from significant wear 

• Manual seat adjusters

• Matching black carpets with fitted footwell mats 

• The leather continues onto the door cards, centre console, and dashboard

• Leather-trimmed steering wheel

• Climate control

• Well-stocked instrument cluster with analogue gauges 

• Original sound system

• The seller reports that everything is fully functional, and there are no sticky buttons on the dashboard 

• Rear seats for two passengers, with folding backrests

• Alcantara headlining in good condition 

• Luggage storage and CD changer under the bonnet

Exterior

• Unmistakable classic 911 shape and styling

• Finished in a smart and understated shade of black

• The paint is generally well presented for its age, having been care for 

• A Stage 3 paint detail and ceramic coating was carried out in Mar 2023

• Body panels in good condition, with no damage reported 

• A few stone chips can be found throughout 

• Small area of paint cracking below the nearside rear light cluster 

• 19-inch alloy wheels

• The wheels were professionally refurbished and diamond-cut in Mar 2023

• tyres

• There are some scuffs to the wheel rims

• The seller notes that the car’s winter tyres have been swapped for summer tyres since the MOT advisory for low rear tyre tread  

• Bridgestone Potenza rear tyres and Michelin Pilot Sport front tyres, all reportedly retaining around 5mm of tread 

• Porsche badges present and correct 

• Headlights free from chips and haze

• There is a stone chip to the windscreen, which is said to be outside the driver’s line of sight

• Underneath, there is a little surface corrosion, as you would expect to see on a car of this age 

• Polished exhaust tips

Mechanical

• 3,824 cc, six-cylinder engine

• Produces 350 bhp, and 310 lb ft

• Top speed 188 mph, 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Engine bay features twin cone air filters with a carbon manifold

• There is an invoice on file for checking the cylinder bores for scoring, with no evidence found, dated Aug 2024

• The seller states that the IMS bearing is of the later, stronger type, which tallies with the registration date

• In Jan 2025 the car was serviced including new rear exhaust sleeves, engine oil, outer CV joint gaiters and a new battery

• The seller has been told that the clutch and flywheel were replaced at 40,000 miles, but does not have the invoice for the work

• Brake pads and discs, front springs and shock absorbers, coffin arms, and coolant hoses all replaced in Aug 2021

• The seller tells us that the car handles and drives extremely well

• No damage or warning lights reported 

Summary

A manual gearbox, all wheel drive, and rear-mounted 3.8-litre engine are the stuff childhood dreams are made of. And now you can make them a reality, along with the very grown-up reassurance of chunky maintenance invoices on file. This looks to be a lovely example of a desirably-specced 997. Get your bid in now!

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 Glasgow, Scotland.