2005 - Porsche 911 type 997 Carrera S coupé - Lot 47

2005 - Porsche 911 type 997 Carrera S coupé French registration Chassis n°WPOZZZ99Z6S731236 - A neo-classic, everyday 911 worthy of its lineage - 997 phase 1 coupé in S version with 355 hp and automatic gearbox - Atlas Grey metallic with black leather interior and 19P Sport Design aluminum wheels - French origin, 2nd hand in the same family since 2007! - Very good used condition for just 142,800 km with full service booklet - Numerous options, booklets, owner's manuals, spare keys and up-to-date CT The 997 occupies a significant place in 911 history. After the 996, it was perceived as a return to basics, with its design (round headlights and widened hips) more reminiscent of traditional models. However, it also made significant improvements to ergonomics and suspension, and above all introduced more powerful engines. This balance partly explains its success and the fact that it has been available in a large number of versions, with over forty different models. Within this broad range, the 997 Carrera "S" takes up an old name. Initially reserved for the sportiest versions of the 911, this name has been abused over the generations to designate only a sporty exterior, but it finally comes into its own again with the 997. The 997 Carrera S is powered by a 3.8L flat-six with 355 hp, 30 more than the classic Carrera. Aesthetically, it is very similar to the latter, but differs in subtle details such as the twin tailpipes, the S logo, the sports steering wheel and the white instrument panel. Developed on the basis of the Carrera's 3.6L, the S's engine is vastly different: improved in many respects (compression, cooling, weight, etc.), it is more torquey and fuller at all engine speeds. In fact, it delivers 400 Nm of torque at 4600 rpm, a value in excess of 100 Nm/L, quite exceptional for a naturally-aspirated engine. The 6-speed gearbox is well-spaced and reinforced, with a wear-compensating clutch that maintains constant control effort. The sporty chassis and suspension are also unique to the S, which is 10 mm lower, and features variable-assist steering and PASM suspension as standard to enhance its dynamic qualities. The latter can be further optimized with the sport chassis option, and exploited thanks to the solid braking inherited from the 996 turbo. The 997 Carrera S is both high-performance and efficient with its on-board electronics, while remaining discreet, making it an everyday sports car. It is therefore fully in keeping with the spirit and lineage of the 911, of which it is undoubtedly one of the most worthy representatives. The 911 type 997 in our sale is a 2005 Carrera S coupé of French origin, delivered new by the St-Maur dealership in the Paris region. This is a car with a crystal-clear history, having had just one owner before being acquired by the current owner's father in 2007. In Atlas Grey metallic (LM7X) with black all-leather interior (AT), its sober, elegant appearance is enhanced by optional 19-inch Sport Design aluminum wheels. Other options include an automatic gearbox with steering wheel-mounted controls, cruise control, electric memory seats, electric sunroof, rain sensor, rear wiper, Park Assist parking aid and PCM navigation module. The PCM navigation and infotainment system can be reactivated with the screen off. Regularly used and serviced, as evidenced by the comprehensive service booklet that accompanies it, this 911 has just under 142,800 km on the clock, and is in very good used condition. The MOT is less than 6 months old, and the car is ready to drive. Generously equipped and in more than enviable condition, with its remarkable ownership and maintenance history, this 997, in one of the most popular versions of the 911, is the ideal car for those looking for a sports car that's accessible and usable without a second thought: an everyday pleasure.