Porsche 997 Carrera 4S

The vehicle in detail

Key features:
6-speed manual transmission, Sport Chrono Package Plus,
full leather interior, automatic seat adjustment with memory, heated seats, climate control, power sliding/tilting sunroof, Bose sound system, navigation, dimmable interior and exterior mirrors, power-adjustable/heated exterior mirrors, 19-inch alloy wheels.

What makes this 997.1 4S truly desirable is:
- A recent (at 108,982 km) endoscopic inspection performed by a Porsche specialist to
bore scoring in all 6 cylinders; all cylinder walls
show absolutely no signs of bore scoring. This inspection must be specifically requested and is not performed during a standard major or minor service. So no matter how good the maintenance history may be, the engine could still have developing or advanced bore scoring.

As a precaution, I also had a GT3 water pump installed to ensure optimal cooling for the right-hand cylinder bank, where bore scoring is most likely to occur.
An engine with bore scoring requires a complete engine block overhaul.
Also, for as long as I’ve owned it (more than 10 years), I’ve had the drained engine oil and oil filter regularly inspected by a Porsche specialist for signs of wear
(iron filings) from the IMS bearing (as was done at 108,982 km); over the years, nothing unusual has been found in the filter or oil. Incidentally, this Porsche 997.1 (from the final production series) comes standard from the factory with the larger and stronger IMS bearing (which has virtually eliminated problems with the IMS bearing).
Also at 108,982 km, all driveshaft and transfer case oil was changed, and the coolant was also replaced.
At 107,642 km, all 6 ignition coils and spark plugs were replaced.
Recently, two new brake rotors and brake pads were installed on the front wheels.
All of the above (actually necessary)
inspections are fully described in the invoice.

-All maintenance, service intervals, and inspections have been performed at the Porsche dealer for as long as I have owned it; once at Porsche Maastricht and thereafter at the same reputable Porsche specialist. This Porsche specialist overhauls Porsche engines himself and also builds them for racing, so he knows exactly how to keep a Porsche engine in top condition to prevent costly repairs.

-From new, a fully stamped maintenance history in the service booklet.

-Originally delivered in the Netherlands.

-Manual transmission (6-speed)—a true must-have for the 997 to fully enjoy the ultimate driving experience; moreover, a manual transmission is also rarer, which adds to its value.

-Equipped with the Sport Chrono Plus package, which can be activated or deactivated
for the true driving and sound experience (the engine responds more quickly, the suspension becomes stiffer, and the exhaust note becomes
louder.

-The car has relatively low mileage.

-I’ve always kept the car indoors, and I’ve mainly driven it only in good weather
.

– It has a timelessly beautiful color combination: Basalt Black Metallic exterior / black leather interior and silver rims.

The engine has not been repainted.

The front of the car has some stone chips (which is quite normal for a low-slung sports car), but I have deliberately left them as is to preserve the car’s originality.

Provided you buy a well-maintained and properly maintained Porsche 997.1 from the final production series, change the oil on time, and continue to monitor certain things regularly, you’ll have a beautiful sports car that retains its value at a low maintenance cost and will provide you with a tremendous amount of driving pleasure.