The Porsche 996 4S is often recognized by its unique and controversial headlight design, which for the first time took a step away from the traditional round headlights of the 911. These ‘stacked’ headlights, sometimes derogatorily referred to as ‘egg-shaped’, gave the 996 a modern look that initially divided fans.
The 996 4S combined the wide body of the Turbo variant with a naturally aspirated engine. The wider fenders, side air intakes and striking rear spoiler provided an aggressive and sporty look. In addition, the wider tires and lowered suspension contributed to both the aesthetics and the performance.
Under the hood of the 996 4S lies a 3.6-liter flat-six engine that produces an impressive 320 hp. This power source was mated to a six-speed manual transmission or an optional Tiptronic automatic transmission. Power was transferred to all four wheels via Porsche’s advanced all-wheel drive system, which ensured excellent traction and stability, even in challenging driving conditions.
Thanks to this configuration, the 996 4S could accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in around 5 seconds, with a top speed of around 280 km/h. The combination of power, all-wheel drive and a refined chassis made the 996 4S one of the most capable and exciting cars of its time.
Although the Porsche 996 4S caused some controversy in its day due to its unusual design, it has earned its place in automotive history, and today more and more people are starting to appreciate the 996.
Options on this 911 Carrera 4S:
ParkAssist (rear parking aid)
Electric sliding/lifting roof
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with navigation system, telephone module, radio, cassette
BOSE® Sound System
CD changer, six-way
Seat heating left/right
Bi-xenon headlights including headlight cleaning system
Seat belts in Guards Red
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