2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S

Make

Porsche

Model

911 Carrera S

Year

2008

Listed price

$77,998

Location

Mocksville, North Carolina

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

54,601 miles

The 997 generation of the Porsche 911, introduced in 2004, marked a triumphant return to classic 911 aesthetics after the more polarizing 996. With its iconic round headlights and a more chiseled profile, the 997 quickly became a favorite among purists and a critical success for Porsche. The Carrera S variant, launched alongside the base model, elevated the experience with a larger, more powerful 3.8-liter flat-six engine, boasting 355 horsepower and a host of performance enhancements including larger brakes, a sport-tuned suspension, and 19-inch wheels. It perfectly blended the everyday usability of a Carrera with a significant dose of track-ready capability, solidifying its place as one of the most desirable naturally aspirated 911s of its era. This particular 2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S exemplifies the enduring appeal of the 997. With 54,601 miles on the odometer, its 3.8-liter gasoline engine remains a testament to Porsche's engineering prowess, ready to deliver its full 355 horsepower through a highly engaging manual transmission. The crisp shifts and direct feedback of the six-speed gearbox offer an unadulterated connection to the road, a quality increasingly cherished in modern sports cars. This 997.1 Carrera S presents an opportunity to own a pure, driver-focused Porsche 911.