2001 Porsche 911 TURBO

Make

Porsche

Model

911 TURBO

Year

2001

Listed price

$69,500

Location

Denver, Colorado

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

42,684 miles

The 996 generation of the Porsche 911, initially met with some controversy over its redesigned headlights and water-cooled engine, proved its mettle definitively with the introduction of the Turbo model. Launched for the 2001 model year, the 996 Turbo brought forced induction back to the standard 911 lineup after a brief hiatus. Crucially, it utilized the legendary "Mezger" engine, a direct descendant of the Le Mans-winning GT1 race engine, renowned for its robustness and tuning potential. This 3.6-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six produced a factory-rated 415 horsepower, driving all four wheels through an advanced all-wheel-drive system. It was a technological tour de force, capable of 0-60 mph in just over four seconds and a top speed exceeding 190 mph, firmly cementing its place as a supercar slayer of its era and a highly sought-after performance machine today. This particular 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo, showing 42,684 miles on the odometer, presents an enticing proposition for the enthusiast looking to experience the raw power of the Mezger engine paired with a manual transmission. Its Coupe body style, finished in an unstated but classic hue, retains the iconic silhouette that has defined the 911 Turbo for decades. While the car features modified turbo wheels, it’s important to note a reported coolant leak from one of the water jackets, occurring only after hard driving and subsequent cooling. This transparency provides an opportunity for a new owner to address a known characteristic and restore this performance icon to its full glory. This is a chance to acquire a foundational piece of modern Porsche performance history.