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2012 Porsche 911 (997.2) Turbo Cabriolet for sale

In 2004, Porsche unveiled the successor to the 996 model, the Porsche 997. However, six years later, the 911 (997.2) Turbo, with a more powerful engine, arrived on the market. It was produced until 2013, and 1,752 Cabriolet cars left the production lines. One of them, the 2012 Porsche 911 (997.2) Turbo Cabriolet, is up for sale.

The Porsche 997.2 Turbo is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.8L flat-six engine with 493 hp (368 kW) and 480 lb-ft (651 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 6-speed manual gearbox. It reaches 62 mph in 3.4 seconds with a top speed of 194 mph (312 km/h). It sits on 19-inch RS Spyder forged center-lock wheels wrapped in 235/35 (front) and 305/30 (rear) Michelin Pilot Sport tires.

It is finished in black and has been well maintained. It is equipped with a soft roof, rear parking sensors, GMG Racing exhaust system, integrated radar detector, bi-xenon headlights with the Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS), fog lights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, rear parking sensors, side air intakes, flared quarter panels, Sport Chrono Package and Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) as well as Porsche Stability Management (PSM) with an automatic brake differential (ABD).

Inside, the dark interior is adorned with adjustable heated seats covered in black leather, which can also be seen on the door panels and dashboard. Additional equipment includes a Bose sound system, automatic climate control, cruise control, Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with navigation. In front of the driver is a SportDesign steering wheel wrapped in black leather. The clock shows 20,458 miles.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with a window sticker, a DME report, service records, manufacturer’s literature and accessories.

The auction ends on December 7th and the current highest bid is $95,000 USD.

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1975 Porsche 911 Carrera for sale

In 1964, Porsche introduced its new high performance sports car, which over time became a legend. Of course, we are talking about the Porsche 911. In 1974, the Carrera 2.7 was introduced, which was produced until 1976, and 16,224 cars left the production lines. One of them, a 1975 Porsche 911 Carrera, is up for sale.

This car is finished in Gulf Blue, is in excellent condition and has 52,880 miles on the odometer. It is equipped with front and rear spoilers, front fog lights, rear bumper guards, electric sunroof, Bilstein shock absorbers, ducktail rear spoiler, power windows and a set of 15 inch Fuchs alloy wheels wrapped in 185/70 (front) and 215/60 (rear) Pirelli P6000 tires.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in black leather that also covers the door panels, dashboard, and rear seats (combined with blue fabric). The steering wheel is wrapped in black leather. Additional equipment includes blue carpets, Blaupunkt AM/FM radio, Coco Mats floor mats and a locking glove box.

Under the hood is an overhauled 2.7-liter flat-six engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. Last year, Mahle cylinders .025″, pistons, main bearings, intake valves, rod bearings, camshaft housings, camshaft oil lines, oil cooler, thermostat, pump, spray jets and reservoir, breather hose, connecting rod nuts and bolts, and flywheel bolts.

The Porsche 911 Carrera comes with a Porsche Production Specifications sheet, original purchase paperwork, service records, a stamped warranty booklet and owner’s manual, and a tool kit.

The auction ends on November 29 and the current highest bid is $66,000 USD.

Source: Bring a Trailer

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Porsche 911 (996) Turbo with almost 700K miles on the odometer

There are many low-mileage cars that have rarely been driven by their owners. They kept them in garages and enjoyed looking at them. However, there are also those who like to enjoy driving their cars like Tom Thalmann who has covered almost 700,000 miles with his Porsche 911 (996) Turbo.

We all know that Porsche 911 models are popular and on the wish lists of many of us, but achieving high mileage is rare. Make no mistake, this car has seen some changes. On Apex Motorsport’s Facebook page, Thalmann’s friend Eric Kaul said: “They removed the engine at 383,000 to fix minor oil leaks and replace turbos, decided to break it down to look at internals, there were maybe two bearings with very light shadowing, rest if the engine was flawless, it was not what we expected to find but were glad when we did! These engines are well built and well engineered. Every valve was mic’d and met factory spec in every dimension, couldn’t believe it.”

According to the statements of most Porsche owners, the biggest problem for the engine, when it comes to high mileage, is the IMS bearings. However, Thalmann does not agree with that, because he only replaced the engine once, even though it was in good condition. It is the result of good car maintenance.

For Thalmann, a vehicle is not just a means of transport that will take him to his destination, it is more than that. It is above all love for the car and enjoyment of driving.

Source: Carscoops