8/30/18 UPDATE: GONE
This 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera (VIN WP0AA29972S621502) has a claimed 38,980 miles and is finished in “Black”. The seller states, “I’ve owned the car for ten years, and have clear title. It has always been a 3rd car, garaged, never taken out in rain or snow”. No info regarding the IMS. Find this one offered here on Autotrader in Wadsworth, Illinois for $24,800.
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 the XAG Spoiler which is as close to Aero as you can get for 2002.
The wheels on this car are 18″ Sport Designs and the seller indicates the car is riding a set of Bilstein Pss10’s (nice upgrade).
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.
On the plus side, the car is sporting a Fabspeed exhaust, K&N Air Intake (not fans of this upgrade) and a tune.
The interior is finished in “Black” partial leather with the LOVELY optional Sport seats. Additionally this car is equipped with floor mats and PSM.
Facelifted 996, with Aero light AND Sport seats. Throw in the QUALITY suspension and exhaust upgrades, we predict this is gone by the end of the week. Don’t forget that PPI! Make this 996 your #firstflatsix
