Porsche 911 997.1 Turbo Cabriolet (2008)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
  • 149 photos
• Last service 04/2026
• Performance boost with transmission tuning to approx. 580 PS
• Carfax report shows no accidents or damage claims
• Workshop invoices from the Porsche Centers in Magdeburg and Rostock from 2021 to 2023

Facts & Specifications

• Initial registration: 02/2008
• Country of first registration: USA
• Engine: 3.6-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six, approx. 580 PS
• Transmission: Automatic, Tiptronic S
• Exterior color: White
• Interior: Full leather, black
• TÜV valid through 05/2027
• Features:
  • All-wheel drive
  • Sport Chrono
  • BOSE sound system
  • Seats with memory function
  • Black leather interior
  • Black fabric convertible top
  • 19-inch black wheels with 235/35 ZR19 tires in the front and 305/30 ZR19 tires in the rear
• The following modifications were made:
  • Rear end modified in the style of the 997.2, with “Turbo S” lettering
  • Stainless steel sports exhaust system including headers (Zuffenhausen exhaust system from HG-Motorsport with dummy catalytic converter; not type-approved)
  • The original exhaust system with catalytic converters and manifolds is included
  • Modified side skirts; the original side skirts are included
  • BMC air filter
  • Performance upgrade with transmission tuning to approx. 580 PS
  • Alcantara steering wheel

Condition

Exterior

• Exterior color is white
• The body is in very good condition with only slight signs of wear due to age
• There is no known accident damage, and the Carfax report from October 2020 shows no damage entries
• Paint thickness: 179–267 µ
• No known defects on the body

Interior

• Full black leather
• The interior is in very well-maintained condition with slight age-related signs of wear
• All features are fully functional
• No known defects in the interior

Mechanics

• The vehicle is road-ready and registered with seasonal license plates (04 to 10)
• The engine is original and runs flawlessly
• The transmission shifts smoothly
• No technical defects are known
• Last maintenance: 04/2026

History

Ownership History

• Since 04/2024: 7th owner (Germany)
• 08/2021 to 04/2024: 6th owner (Germany)
• Prior to that, five owners in Germany according to the registration certificate
• First owner in the U.S. (Minnesota)

Service History

• Service record book available
• April 2026 at 98,213 km: Oil change with oil filter and cabin air filter; brake fluid replaced
• 05/2023 at 89,264 km: Coolant regulator removed and reinstalled, cooling system inspected, control arm, two tie rod ends, and power steering gear removed and reinstalled, wheel alignment, Porsche Center Rostock
• 12/2021 at 83,679 km: Self-diagnosis, door lock replaced, Porsche Center Magdeburg
• 11/2021 at 83,679 km: Diagnosed oil leak; engine removed, reinstalled, and cleaned; oil cooler bracket and oil lines removed and reinstalled; stud bolts on the turbocharger replaced; Porsche Center Magdeburg
• 09/2021 at 82,826 km: Front driveshaft removed and reinstalled, flexible joints replaced, camshaft hydraulic valves replaced, front wheel well liner removed and reinstalled, Porsche Center Rostock
• 02/2021 at 79,796 km: DME troubleshooting; engine and one turbocharger removed and reinstalled; oil pan and intake manifold removed and reinstalled; heat exchanger connection replaced; refrigerant replenished; rear trim and rear bumper removed and reinstalled; Porsche Center Magdeburg
• 07/2018 at approx. 50,000 km: Oil change with filter, Porsche Center Osnabrück

Documents

• German vehicle documents
• Service Record Book
• In-car folder containing the owner’s manual, PCM manual, and roadside assistance booklet
• Carfax report
• Invoices

Summary

For sale is a Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet from the 997.1 series, first registered in February 2008 in the U.S. The Carfax report shows no damage history. The white body is in very good condition, and the black leather interior is well-maintained. The vehicle has been modified with a 997.2-style rear end, a stainless steel exhaust system, modified side skirts, a BMC air filter, and a performance upgrade with transmission tuning. The original exhaust system and side skirts are included. The last service was performed in April 2026, and the TÜV inspection is valid through May 2027. This is an attractive option for buyers seeking a performance-tuned 997 Turbo convertible with a documented service history.