The 996 was the first water cooled 911 Porsche produced and whilst hugely controversial at the time has gone on to become a well respected and much applauded 'drivers car'. Now a modern classic they are a real best of both worlds car; a fantastic sports car for shows, meets, high days & holidays, or equally at home as an excellent and practical daily driver. The 3.4 litre flat-six mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox produces 296 bhp and gets you to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds and on to a max speed of 174 mph (should you choose to take it to a track or country that allows it). Add to that the superb and intuitive Porsche Intelligent All Wheel Drive system and it is a wonderful, immersive and well planted drive. the sale even includes the factory hardtop with a Porsche stand and cover. It's covered just 41,960 miles with 5 former keepers and the current owner, of 11 years, has ensured annual servicing regardless of mileage; the latest service was carried out in August 2024 by a specialist at 41,952 miles. Both the car and the file have been fastidiously well maintained with the huge file retaining all the original book packs and subsequent documented history, from the original price list to the latest service 8 miles ago. Finished in Black over Grey Ruffled Leather, all in excellent condition, it cost 77,293 (or 188,500 in todays money) with a huge spec and options including: DSP + 10 Speaker System with Porsche CDR22 CD system Litronic headlights Wind Deflector Headlamp wash Recent works include: Service New brake servo Two new AC Condensers Window regulator replaced As mentioned, the price includes the factory hardtop, along with a Porsche stand and cover, and whilst the private numberplate is not included, is available