2005 Porsche 911 997 Carrera

Since it first stunned the world in 1963, the iconic 911 coupé has been through nine successful generations in its role as the backbone of Porsche.

Generation six, known internally at Porsche as the type 997 is fast becoming known as the single best modern 911 money can buy.

An unrivalled blend of racing heritage, technology, economy, safety, practicality and unburstable build quality means the type 997 911 Carrera meets the most exacting demands of 21st-century drivers Monday to Friday and even on weekend escapes.

Sculptured with classic sloping 911 lines and sportingly small over-all dimensions with 300 horses of power, a wider front and rear wheel track delivering ludacrous grip levels, a now hard to find rack-and-pinion steering system compared to the previous 996 and tech like Porsche Stability Management (PSM) and Satellite Navigation.

Inspired by two of the greatest 911s ever built, the 2.7 RS and the 997 Sports Classic, this lovely Carrera was purchased new from Porsche Centre Sydney South by a gentlemen who’s collection of 911s has a reputation only royalty could match. Together with Australia’s leading automotive trimmer who’s knowledge and personal passion for Porsche exceeds all, designed and built this masterful example of the modern 911. Mixed with styling cues from the 70s and together with the modern lines of today, this creation that has become is recognized and respected by the Porsche community worldwide.

The leather used with carbon fibre is of the highest quality and the stitching mixed with the gorgeous pattern inlays are a perfect balance of sports car fashion.

Owned and kept by top Porsche collectors, the car has an accurate service history together with its showroom condition still today. Ever becoming rarer are the manual 911s of the past. This unique example will be one which can only go in one direction in terms of value and is such a wonderful car to own and experience.