Appearance: Instantly recognizable
The German Porsche tuning specialist Gemballa equipped this vehicle with a complete package of performance upgrades immediately after it rolled off the production line in 2006. On the exterior, the signature GT-style rear spoiler immediately catches the eye. It provides an extra supply of fresh air to the powerful turbocharged engine. The subtle GT side skirts and GT front lip complete the bodywork, and with the subtle decals on the doors and rear spoiler, there’s no doubt about what you’re looking at.
The original Gemballa RACING 20 Black Edition wheel set measures a whopping 20 inches and was fitted with new Continental SportContact 7 tires in 2026. The height-adjustable Gemballa sport suspension (made by KW), combined with the stunning 20-inch wheels, creates an incredible stance that’s unprecedented for a Porsche 997.
Technology: Unprecedentedly Powerful
With the legendary 3.6-liter Mezger engine, this Porsche essentially has a race engine that’s been adapted for public roads. The engine was designed under the leadership of legendary Porsche engineer Hans Mezger and is known for its extreme durability, high RPMs, and motorsports heritage. Gemballa tapped into some of this engine’s reserves to boost power to a whopping 550pk. Torque has also been increased, and with 780 Nm, this 911 is a true powerhouse! This substantial power is distributed to all four wheels via the 6-speed manual transmission, which features an extra-short shift travel straight from the factory.
At Gemballa, the Motronic tuning to 550pk and 780Nm always comes in combination with the carbon fiber intake kit and the sports exhaust system with sports catalytic converters. For this particular car, the version with original tailpipes was chosen.
Features: Extreme Speed in Luxury
This 997 Turbo left the factory in the summer of 2006, which means it is a 2007 model year. After the conversion at Gemballa, the Porsche was first registered in 2007. Many premium options were ordered, such as:
- 342 Heated front seats
- 377 Adaptive Sport Seats
- 425 Rear window wiper
- 454 Cruise control system (Cruise control)
- 567 Windshield with band filter at the top
- 608 Home-Link (garage door opener)
- 635 Driver Assistance System: Parking Aid
- 640 Sport Chrono Package Turbo
- 650 Electric sunroof
- 666 Phone Module for PCM
- 672 PCM incl. DVD – Extended Navigation Module
- 692 CD changer
- X70 Door Sills (Stainless Steel)
- XAJ Door sill trim / covering in vehicle color
- XCZ Shortened Shift Travel
- XSZ Front headrests with Porsche emblem
- 268 Exterior/interior mirrors with automatic dimming and rain sensor
- 476 Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
- 480 6-speed transmission
- 534 Alarm system with interior monitoring
- 594 Alcantara headliner
- 601 Bi-Xenon Headlights
- 659 On-board computer
- 680 BOSE sound system
Gemballa has also made various interior features even sportier:
- Competition II steering wheel, black perforated leather
- Competition shift knob, aluminum
- Gemballa Biturbo floor mat set
- Aluminum pedal set, 6-speed LHD
- Aluminum footrest, LHD
History: Second owner, owned for 19 years
The vehicle we are offering here was manufactured for the German market and delivered new by Porsche Zentrum Landshut (Germany). In October 2007, a new owner was found, after which this unique 997 remained in the family for no less than 19 years (!). Naturally, all of this is fully verifiable. In March 2026, it was time for something different, and the Gemballa was traded in for a stunning classic Ferrari from the Ibalo Sportscars collection.
In terms of maintenance, the Gemballa has always been well cared for and, in March 2026, received a full service, including 4 new Conti tires, new front and rear brake rotors and pads, etc.
The 997 comes with:
- Original vehicle documentation, including service book
- Original COC / CVO
- Copy of the TÜV report for obtaining the operating permit
- Original Gemballa brochure
- Price list for Gemballa parts
- All 3 original keys
- Various interesting documents from the history of this Porsche
Even more unique than a 997 Turbo is this Gemballa 550 GT with a comprehensive history.
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