7/29/18 Update: Gone
This 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera (VIN WP0AA29972S621306) has a claimed 50,191 miles and is finished in Arctic Silver Metallic. The seller states, “IMS BEARING UPGRADED, WELL MAINTAINED WITH SERVICE HISTORY”. Find this one offered here on CarGurus in Walnut Creek, CA for $25,995.
2002 was the 1st year for the updated/facelifted 996. The narrowbody base Carrera had underbody fittings for improved aerodynamics, front and rear bumpers were restyled, but most importantly Porsche gave the Carrera the Turbo’s updated headlights with standard bi-Xenon lamps (no more Boxster look!).
2002 was also the only year the Carrera was NOT offered with a Factory Aero Kit. However, this car is optioned with the X76 Rocker flares and is sporting the XGA Spoiler (which must have come after delivery at some point).
The wheels on this car are 18″ Carrera II’s. No info from the seller on tire condition.
The face-lifted Carrera’s also got new engines. The original 3.4L M96/02 were all replaced by a single 3.6L M96/03 type producing 320HP. These new engines also came with a new VariocamPlus system and a new DME that mimics the Turbos minus the boost control. Unfortunately, the M96/03 still suffers from the same IMS issues as the M96/02. Unfortunately, the seller makes no mention of any IMS work, so proceed with caution.
The interior is finished in “Graphite Grey” partial leather. Additionally this car is equipped with floor mats, heated seats, PSM and the Advanced Technic Package. The best part of this interior…the GLOVEBOX! Poor 996.1 owners didn’t even get a glovebox.
This looks like a pretty good offering especially considering that the seller claims they have service history and an upgraded IMS/RMS. 996.2’s are usually asking $25K without the IMS work, so you’re ahead of the game here. Don’t forget that PPI! Make this 996 your #firstflatsix
