This 2005 Porsche 911 Twin Turbo "S " Cabriolet is written it is One of only 300 'Manual' Cab's for the total production of 963 cars built Worldwide w/ Auto & Manual* (996 Models 2005) It was offered ONLY ONE YEAR! It is finished in GT Silver Argent Metallic over a Black Full Leather Interior. It is powered by the Mezger Twin-Turbocharged 3.6L flat-six paired with the 6-speed Manual transaxle and AWD, touted in Porsche factory Press Release to do 0-60 in 4sec. Additional equipment includes the Sport Chrono Turbo Package, with seldom seen Matching Silver Removable Hardtop w/ Power-retractable Black Canvas Soft Top, Carbon-fiber Interior Trim, PCM with Navigation, Bose Sound System, Power Windows, Heated Front Seats, Bi-xenon Headlamps, and 18” alloy Turbo Twist wheels. The car was sold 'new' in NY where it resided briefly, sold then to Colorado, and North Carolina, where it was acquired. This 996 TurboS Cabriolet has only 20,362 miles and is offered with all it's Manuals / Manufacturer’s Literature, 2 Keys, a clean accident-free Carfax report, and clear FL. title.
Finished in desirable GT Silver Metallic it features the Optional Factory Hardtop [weighing only 33kg] w/ power-retractable Black soft top and original Turbo-specific bodywork which includes rear Air Intakes, Revised Bumper Covers, Aero Rockers and Wider Rear Fenders ~ compared to it's contemporary base 911 Carrera. Other exterior features include a Speed-Activated Rear Spoiler, Rack & Pinion Steering, Bi-xenon Headlamps with Washers, Fog lights and Dual Exhaust Outlets. The Interior features a Crested Console, Climate Control, Bose Stereo w/ CD Changer, Turbo S Dash Badge and Door Jamb Plates. The "S" version has the highly sought after Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) w/ Yellow Caliper option, 'Quad Stainless Tipped' Exhaust and the factory "X-5 Power Kit". This car was additionally ordered with Park Assist, Colored Hubcaps Crests, Alum. Shift Knob, 3M Paint Protection on the Hood/ Mirrors / Side Air Intakes & Rear Wheel Wells plus, the Hardtop Stand w/ Htp. Canvas Cover. The "S" option also included 'Full Leather' Trim (not partial) with upholstery extended to the dash, instrument cluster and door panels. Additionally, [we keep finding options]: it also has the Body-Colored Center Console / Dash, Seats are fully adjustable w/ Lumbar Support & Heated-both sides. Other amenities include Climate Control, Cruise, Sport 'Short' Shift, Navigation with Porsche Communication Management, Embroidered Carpeted Mats and Wind Deflector.
The Twin-Turbocharged 3.6L Mezger flat-six was factory rated at 444-450 horsepower (+25 over prev. models) and 457 lb-ft of torque when new. The "S" Model came extra with the coveted 'X-50 Performance package' that included 'revised' engine management Motronic software, (2) K24 Turbo Chargers & (2) Intercoolers. It is written that the Sport Chrono Package allows the 996 Turbo to briefly overboost. Its' running Bridgestone Potenza S02 Tires 225/40 front and 295/30 Rear. The undercarriage is remarkable and shows it was not driven in-climate weather, but loved and respected it's entire life for the Consummate Collector Car it is. It is written by several websites....(*300 Cabriolets U.S. Delivery ) "if you want a guaranteed way to ensure your Turbo has none of the issues that afflict the others buy the Mezger Series2, 996". Offered now at $126,000 USD.
[Stats Source: MotorTrend/SuperCars/6speedOnline.com}
