1999 Porsche 911 CARRERA

Make

Porsche

Model

911 CARRERA

Year

1999

Listed price

$50,000

Location

Lake Villa, Illinois

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

86,700 miles

The 996 generation of the Porsche 911, introduced in late 1997, marked a seismic shift for Zuffenhausen's most iconic model. Breaking from decades of air-cooled tradition, the 996 embraced water-cooling for its flat-six engine, a move necessitated by increasingly stringent emissions regulations and the demand for greater power and refinement. Despite initial purist resistance to its shared headlight design with the Boxster and the new cooling system, the 996 was a technological tour de force, offering a stiffer chassis, improved aerodynamics, and a completely redesigned interior. It brought the 911 firmly into the modern era, setting the stage for every subsequent generation while retaining the quintessential rear-engined driving dynamics that define the brand. This 1999 Carrera, with 86,700 miles on its 3.4L H6, transcends its original design brief as a tarmac-hugging sports car. Transformed into a "Safari" build, it features a comprehensive suite of modifications designed for off-pavement adventure. The 6-speed manual transmission benefits from a newer clutch and an addressed IMS bearing, ensuring robust mechanical health for its next chapter. A suspension lift with coilovers, Elephant Racing bushings, a subframe lift, and GT3 lower and upper control arms provide enhanced ground clearance and articulation. Further reinforcing its rugged intent are custom front, middle, and rear skid plates, custom front and rear bumpers, and a custom roof rack proudly sporting a fifth-wheel spare. Nomad wheels and new tires, a CAE shifter, and a Wilwood e-brake handle complete this unique, capable package. This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a meticulously prepared and truly distinctive 996 Carrera, ready for its next expedition.