1999 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet

The “996” Porsche 911 is one of my very favorite 911 models, as it offers an excellent driving experience and bargain pricing compared to the other 911s. This particular example checks a lot of great boxes, especially with its equipment: it features a 6-speed manual transmission AND a factory limited-slip differential. It also boasts an aftermarket sport exhaust, along with relatively low mileage.

1999 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet, finished in black with a black interior.

This 911 is equipped with a desirable 6-speed manual transmission and a factory limited-slip differential (option 220), the latter of which was only available as a factory option for the 1999 model year Carrera.
Equipment includes 18-inch Sport Design wheels, a power-operated soft top, limited slip differential, draped leather upholstery, and 8-way power seats. Modifications are limited to an aftermarket sport exhaust, clear side marker lights, and a Kenwood head unit.
The fifth-generation “996” 911 was introduced for the 1999 model year and was the first 911 to be completely redesigned from its predecessors. While its water-cooled engine and distinctive headlights irked some Porsche purists, the 996 is appreciated by enthusiasts for providing an analog driving experience in a smaller, lighter package than the 911s that followed it.
Rear-wheel drive 1999 model year cars, like this one, are the only version of the 996 to come with a cable throttle, as opposed to throttle-by-wire on later cars and all-wheel drive models.
Power comes from a 3.4-liter flat-6, rated at 296 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Output is sent to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission.

Equipment

18-inch Sport Design wheels
Wheel caps with colored Porsche crests
6-speed manual transmission
Limited-slip differential
Traction control
Automatic braking differential
Halogen headlights
Power-operated soft top
Draped leather upholstery
8-way power seats with driver’s side memory function
Cruise control
Automatic climate control
Basic sound system with trunk-mounted 6-disc CD-changer
Stainless steel door entry guards with Carrera logo

Modifications

Aftermarket sport exhaust
Clear side marker lights (factory amber lights included)
Kenwood head unit

Known Flaws

The former owner states that a scratch was touched up on the engine lid and that the wheels were refinished to address some curb rash.

Other Items Included in Sale

1 key
Owner’s manual
Service records
Factory side marker lights
Battery tender
Cabin air filter