Porsche 911 996 Carrera Cabriolet (2004)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
  • 146 photos
  • Video
  • Paint Thickness Measurement
• Last service 03/2026
• New vehicle inspection in May 2026, valid through 05/2028
• Clutch with dual-mass flywheel replaced in 07/2022 and suspension replaced in 04/2023; the IMS bearing has also already been replaced

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 2003
• Initial registration: USA, 02/2004
• Engine: 3.6-liter flat-six with 320 PS (235 kW)
• Transmission: 6-speed manual transmission
• Exterior color: Silver Metallic
• Interior: Black leather
• TÜV valid through 05/2028
• Features:
  • Black fabric convertible top
  • Wind deflector
  • Air conditioning
  • Porsche radio
  • Headlight washer system
  • 18-inch wheels with 225/40 ZR18 tires in the front and 285/30 ZR18 tires in the rear
• The following modifications were made:
  • Engine hood wrapped in black with red stripes and the Porsche crest
  • Decorative wraps on the sides and rear
  • Pipercross sport air filter
  • Front bumper from the 996 4S installed

Condition

Exterior

• Exterior color is Silver Metallic
• The vehicle was completely repainted due to accident damage
• Paint thickness according to the measurement report: front left 265 µm, front right 285 µm, left door 234 µm, right door 237 µm, rear left 196 µm, rear right 360 µm, rear 179 µm
• Accident damage in the U.S. in 2008
• The body is in very well-maintained condition with only minimal signs of wear
• There are no known instances of rust or defects on the body

Interior

• Black leather interior
• The interior is in very well-maintained original condition with only a slight patina
• All features are fully functional
• No known defects in the interior

Mechanics

• The vehicle is road-ready and registered with a seasonal license plate
• The engine is original and runs flawlessly; the transmission shifts smoothly
• The IMS bearing has been replaced; no documentation is available
• No technical defects are known
• Tire tread depth according to measurement report: front 5 mm, rear 6 mm
• Last maintenance: 03/2026

History

Ownership History

• 2022 to present: 4th owner (Germany)
• 2008 to 2022: 3rd owner (Germany)
• 2006 to 2008: 2nd owner (U.S.)
• 2004 to 2006: 1st owner (USA)
• First registered in the U.S.
• The vehicle was not driven in the winter

Service History

• 03/2026: Last service
• 06/2025 at approx. 102,200 km: Starter motor replaced
• 08/2024 at approx. 95,000 km: Pipercross sport air filter installed
• 09/2023 at 88,011 km: Front bumper removed and reinstalled; both A/C condensers and dryer replaced; LED turn signals repaired; headlights secured; bumper brackets repaired; hood adjusted; Auto-Technik Ferdinand
• 08/2023 at 87,149 km: Air conditioning service, Auto-Technik Ferdinand
• 04/2023 at 79,620 km: Front and rear shock absorbers and springs replaced, drive belt replaced, front brake pads replaced, wheel alignment, Auto-Technik Ferdinand
• 03/2023 at 78,658 km: Two remote key fobs replaced, shift cable adjusted, Bach Sportwagen Limburg
• 07/2022: Engine service including oil, air, and cabin filters as well as spark plugs; clutch with dual-mass flywheel replaced; shift cables replaced; front and rear bumpers painted; rear bumper and rear trim repaired; headlight washer flaps and spoiler lip replaced; dents removed; four new tires
• There is no service record book

Documents

• German vehicle registration documents
• Vehicle inspection reports from 2022, 2024, and 2026
• Emissions test certificates from 2024 and 2026
• Invoices from 2022 to 2026
• Wheel alignment report from 04/2023
• carVertical report from 10/2025
• Owner’s manual and quick start guide in the glove compartment
• Two car keys

Summary

For sale is a Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet from the 996 series in Silver Metallic with a black soft top, black interior, and a 6-speed manual transmission. This U.S. import was first registered in February 2004. The body is in excellent condition, and the interior is very well-maintained. The IMS bearing has already been replaced (no documentation available). The clutch with dual-mass flywheel, suspension, and A/C condensers have been serviced. The vehicle inspection (HU) is valid through May 2028. This is an attractive option for buyers looking for a convertible 996 Carrera with a manual transmission.