2001 Porsche 911 CARRERA 4

Make

Porsche

Model

911 CARRERA 4

Year

2001

Listed price

$18,999

Location

Midvale, Utah

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

220,000 miles

The 996 generation of the Porsche 911, launched in 1998, marked a pivotal moment in the model's storied history. It was the first 911 to feature a water-cooled engine, a significant departure from the air-cooled flat-sixes that had defined the car for decades. This change, along with a completely new platform and a more aerodynamic design, ushered the 911 into the modern era while retaining its fundamental character as a driver-focused sports car. While initially met with some purist apprehension, the 996 quickly proved its mettle, offering a more refined, powerful, and everyday usable experience. The Carrera 2, with its rear-wheel-drive purity, remained the quintessential driver's choice, celebrated for its balanced chassis and engaging dynamics. This 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 embodies the enduring appeal of the 996, presenting as a well-exercised example with 220,758 miles on its odometer. Powered by the robust 3.4L naturally aspirated H6 engine, it channels its power through a desirable manual transmission, promising an unfiltered and engaging driving experience that connects the driver directly to the road. Described by its seller as a "well-sorted daily driving 996," this coupe suggests a history of consistent care and use, ready to continue its journey with a new enthusiast behind the wheel. This is an opportunity to acquire a true driver's 996, ready for many more miles of open-road enjoyment.