28th Jul, 2024 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car Auction
1998 Porsche 911 Carrera
Low mileage example with the sought-after manual transmission
Registration - S632 REC
Chassis No. - ZZZ992XS601782
M.O.T. - 12Months
Odometer - 49,426
Presented in rich blue, this example of Porsche’s 911 Carrera is an early example of the 996 generation sports car. Powered by Porsche’s 3.4-litre flat-six engine - the first of the water-cooled 911s - ’S632 REC’ uses a six-speed manual gearbox, and produced 300hp when new. Fitted with five-spoke Porsche Turbo alloy wheels, the 996 Carrera’s interior features an interior upholstered in grey leather. Factory-fitted equipment includes electric and heated front seats, electric windows, cruise control, Porsche audio system, and space-saver spare wheel with toolkit.
’S632 REC’ has had just eight owners from new, with the current keeper having owned this 996 Carrera for almost four of the 25 years it has been on the road. The odometer shows an indicated 49,426 miles, a very low figure for its age, though this is unwarranted, and ’S632 REC’ will come with a 12-month MOT. It is presented in fine overall condition throughout, with all areas - from engine and transmission, to electrics, bodywork, paint, and interior - rated as ‘good’ by the vendor.
- Sought-after example of the appreciating 996-era 911
- Relatively low mileage model
- Well equipped, including desirable six-speed manual transmission
The fifth generation of Porsche’s iconic 911, the 996 was manufactured from 1997 in all three body styles – coupe, convertible, and targa. The two most significant new features were the ‘fried egg’ headlight clusters, rather than rounder units found in 911s before and since, and, more importantly, the change to a water-cooled engine from the traditional air-cooled units. Offered initially in coupe and cabriolet forms, the 996 came with rear-wheel drive and the 3.4-litre six cylinder engine, before seeing that expanded to offering four-wheel drive in the Carrera 4 later on. In 2000, Porsche introduced the Turbo version, with four-wheel drive and a larger 3.6-litre twin-turbocharged engine, before focused GT variants – GT2, GT3, and GT3 RS – were presented to the public before its replacement in 2006.
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £10,000 - £12,000
Registration - S632 REC
Chassis No. - ZZZ992XS601782
M.O.T. - 12Months
Odometer - 49,426
Presented in rich blue, this example of Porsche’s 911 Carrera is an early example of the 996 generation sports car. Powered by Porsche’s 3.4-litre flat-six engine - the first of the water-cooled 911s - ’S632 REC’ uses a six-speed manual gearbox, and produced 300hp when new. Fitted with five-spoke Porsche Turbo alloy wheels, the 996 Carrera’s interior features an interior upholstered in grey leather. Factory-fitted equipment includes electric and heated front seats, electric windows, cruise control, Porsche audio system, and space-saver spare wheel with toolkit.
’S632 REC’ has had just eight owners from new, with the current keeper having owned this 996 Carrera for almost four of the 25 years it has been on the road. The odometer shows an indicated 49,426 miles, a very low figure for its age, though this is unwarranted, and ’S632 REC’ will come with a 12-month MOT. It is presented in fine overall condition throughout, with all areas - from engine and transmission, to electrics, bodywork, paint, and interior - rated as ‘good’ by the vendor.
- Sought-after example of the appreciating 996-era 911
- Relatively low mileage model
- Well equipped, including desirable six-speed manual transmission
The fifth generation of Porsche’s iconic 911, the 996 was manufactured from 1997 in all three body styles – coupe, convertible, and targa. The two most significant new features were the ‘fried egg’ headlight clusters, rather than rounder units found in 911s before and since, and, more importantly, the change to a water-cooled engine from the traditional air-cooled units. Offered initially in coupe and cabriolet forms, the 996 came with rear-wheel drive and the 3.4-litre six cylinder engine, before seeing that expanded to offering four-wheel drive in the Carrera 4 later on. In 2000, Porsche introduced the Turbo version, with four-wheel drive and a larger 3.6-litre twin-turbocharged engine, before focused GT variants – GT2, GT3, and GT3 RS – were presented to the public before its replacement in 2006.
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car Auction, 28th Jul, 2024
This auction of classic, performance and supercars took place on the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup weekend.
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