2001 Porsche 911 Turbo (996)

This example is single ownership from new

Just 13,191 miles indicated. One previous owner, manual gearbox, presented in outstanding order

Lovely spec with Arctic Silver paint, Black leather electric sports seats, and sunshine roof

Detailed main dealer service record and offered fully recommissioned after a period of dry storage

UK-delivered, RHD, probably the finest example available and an opportunity not to be missed

Launched in 2000, the 996 Turbo offered genuine supercar performance in a compact and practical package. Arriving with four-wheel drive as standard, a water-cooled engine, a smooth new bodyshell, and a radically updated cabin, the new 996 Turbo was a thoroughly sophisticated, all-weather, competent supercar and although it went out of production in 2005, in real terms, it's still as quick as anything on the road.

Mid-range punch is the 996 Turbo's party trick and while 420bhp might not be a headline power figure today, it still feels seriously rapid with instant thrust that ensures you are pressed against the back of the seat and a flow of power that feels almost linear. The chassis and brakes are a perfect match for the engine's performance, whilst the ride is taut but retains enough suppleness for long journeys to remain comfortable. With four-wheel drive and the engine slung out the back, both grip and traction are incredibly strong promoting a feeling of confidence that can border on invincibility!

Delivered new by Porsche Lancaster of Cambridge, this beautiful Pre-Facelift, manual Turbo had been specified with Arctic Silver paintwork, Black leather electric sports seats, sunshine roof, Becker CD radio, Aluminium interior furniture, and a top tinted screen. The car is supplied with its original book packs, tools, car cover and a history folder including a maintenance record that is complete and detailed. The V5 document shows just one previous keeper and our fastidious vendor has made the decision to fully recommission the car after a period of dry storage before offering the Turbo for auction. With such low use, the car is, as you might expect, near perfect and probably the best example that is likely to come to market for some time. The exterior is excellent and the Arctic Silver paintwork really suits the 996's sleek profile. Equally, the Black leather sports seats still retain the factory satin finish that often becomes somewhat shiny from general wear.

Offered at a realistic guide, showing less than 14,000 miles, this Porsche 911 996 Turbo looks like small change in comparison to its earlier counterparts. A 'must have' to complete any collection of landmark sporting cars or maybe an example that can be used sparingly retaining its low mileage.