2011 Porsche 911 Carrera S

Make

Porsche

Model

911 Carrera S

Year

2011

Listed price

$74,900

Location

Portland, Oregon

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

46,569 miles

The 997 generation of the Porsche 911, produced from 2004 to 2012, is widely regarded by enthusiasts as a high point in the model's history. It masterfully blended modern performance and technology with a return to the more compact, classic proportions reminiscent of earlier 911s, departing from the larger 996. The Carrera S variant, introduced with the 997, offered a significant bump in power and enhanced suspension over the base Carrera, cementing its status as the driver's choice for many. This generation also notably retained hydraulic power steering, a feature many purists cherish for its superior feedback compared to the electric systems that followed. This 2011 Porsche 911 Carrera S convertible represents the penultimate year of 997 production, benefiting from all the refinements of the Gen 2 update, including the potent 3.8-liter direct-injected flat-six engine. With 46,569 miles on the odometer, this example promises the visceral engagement that only a manual transmission can deliver, connecting driver to machine in the purest Porsche tradition. The convertible top invites open-air exhilaration, making every drive an event. This Carrera S offers a compelling opportunity to experience the beloved 997 generation with the added thrill of a stick shift and an open roof.