Vehicle Description
When Porsche announced that the 996 would be water-cooled, fans of
the air-cooled, rear-engined sports car cried out like comic book
fans upon learning that DC Comics was going to kill Superman. But
the 911, like Superman, endured and came out better for it. For
proof, you need to do nothing except hop behind the wheel of this
2004 Porsche 911 Carrera and take it for a spin. Same great sounds,
same incredible torque, plus all the other subtle nuances that make
911s special, but now adding a lot of new tricks, including a rear
suspension that finally tamed the 911's tail-happy antics.
This Arctic Silver Metallic Carrera is loaded with great features
everywhere you look, including a highly desirable 6-speed manual
transmission, a rebuilt 3.6L Flat Six, Sport Seats, and a clean,
2-owner history spent in sunny Texas. Arctic Silver was actually
one of the less common colors in 2004, and you could be forgiven
for thinking that they were all black, which seems to be all you
see everywhere. The paint emphasizes the car's traditional shape,
with the brilliant German sheetmetal pulled taut over a longer,
wider chassis. Although it's now fifteen years old, this gorgeous
car is extremely clean and could pass for a much newer model. Paint
quality on all Porsches has always been excellent, and this car is
no exception, showing only minor signs of use acquired over its
lifetime. The clear bra on the hood, fenders, mirrors, and
headlights is a big reason this Porsche still presents so well, and
with a new windshield and tinted windows, it's going to look great
for a long time.
Porsche interiors are some of the most finely crafted in the
automotive world. Not especially flashy, but made with high-quality
materials and craftsmanship, and Porsche engineers finally got the
memo on ergonomics. But don't worry traditionalists, the ignition
key is still to the left of the steering column, and the tachometer
is still the biggest gauge, and still lives front and center. The
black leather seats are not only beautifully stitched together, but
exceptionally comfortable and really hold you in place for
aggressive driving thanks to snug bolsters and grippy materials.
The interior looks quite good with the only notable wear being to
the driver's seat bolsters. You also get a good-sized trunk up
front that makes the 911 a car that you can not only use daily, but
which is also great for highway trips.
The new liquid-cooled 3.6 liter flat six brought a significant
power upgrade in 2004 as well, now boasting 320 horsepower and 273
pounds of torque, all delivered over a wider powerband. Rebuilt
approximately 12k miles ago to stock specs, the well-maintained
flat six runs incredibly well today. From the engine computer to
the exhaust system, this one has been well-cared for and maintained
which also suggests that it has led an easy life as a hobby car and
was never hammered as a track-day weapon. A new clutch for the
short-throw 6-speed manual transmission was installed when the
motor was rebuilt, and brakes were fully addressed with new rotors,
pads, and stainless lines. Eibach lowering springs and Bilstein
struts set the stance, and the silicone intake tube and muffler
delete set the wonderful soundtrack. The 17-inch alloy wheels are
absolutely gorgeous, and wear sporty 205/50/17 front and 255/40/17
rear Michelin performance radials with lots of life left in
them.
The water-cooled 911s are here to stay, and I think there are very
few Porsche fans that will say that today's cars aren't the best
Porsches ever. Demand for them remains high, and resale values are
strong. This is a great opportunity to pick up a well-maintained
Porsche for pennies on the dollar. Call now!
