The 996 model is a superb car; quick, reliable, well-made and represented the birth of the water-cooled 911. With a wide range of models on offer, the most iconic is, of course, the Turbo. Featuring four-wheel drive and a 3.6 litre, intercooled engine derived from the 1998 Le Mans winning GT-1 car pushing out 420bhp and hitting 60mph in a whisker over four seconds, this is genuine supercar territory. The 996 was seen as a more relaxed and usable 911; however, in Turbo guise, the driver would get the best of both worlds; a luxury leather interior with every creature comfort combined with the ability to drop the hammer and reach a top speed of a claimed 190mph. In 2002, the X50 package was offered as an option on the Turbo that included larger K24 turbochargers and intercoolers, a revised ECU and quad-pipe exhaust which raised power output to 450bhp, however in 2005, Porsche introduced the Turbo S model available as either a coupé or cabriolet. The Turbo S was essentially a 996 turbo with the X50 option but also included PCCB, 6-disc CD changer and aluminium-faced instruments.

Originally registered on 25^th July 2005 this one owner Porsche Turbo S presents in beautiful condition. Supplied by Porsche East London, the vendor has ensured servicing was carried out by the supplying dealer. This 996 has been lovingly cherished, always garaged and used sparingly by the vendor. Finished in the desirable colour combination of Basalt Black with full black leather trim which shows little signs of wear due to having only covered a mere 20,051 miles from new. We are informed the car drives beautifully, as it should and, as a flagship Turbo S made at the end of the 996 generation’s life, comes with the X50 option pack as factory standard. This includes larger turbochargers and intercoolers that propel the car to 100kph in 3.6 seconds and, combined with Porsches excellent stability control, makes for a sensational and very enjoyable drive. Supplied with a V5 registration document and a current MoT test certificate valid until 9^th December 2024, together with the original service books, this stunning example makes an ideal case for a usable modern classic investment that can be enjoyed properly at a fraction of the original cost of over £100,000. Consigned by Stewart Banks.

*Interested parties please note, the registration number displayed is being retained by the vendor. A new age-related plate will be issued by the DVLA.