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I purchased the 2001 996 porsche in 2009 with 40,000 miles and my mechanic said it was very well maintained. Since purchasing the car, it's run absolutely flawlessly with the engine and transmission function like every other 911 (had five previously) I've had before it. In fact, it's really the only car I would consider buying with high milage because they are so well made.

This car has be serviced religiously since I owned it with the major service being done after 61,000 miles including engine and trans oil and filters, all 6 ignition coils changed and belts. I have all the service documents from the first to the last including my bill of sale from the dealer that sold it to me.

The convertable roof was replaced about 2 years ago along with the hydrolics that operate it. Everything in the car works without fail including the convertable top, all guages, electric seats, side mirrors, interior lights and remote key access.

This particular 911 has the AERO package with ground effect side skirts and rear quarter fender kickouts that were factory installed as far as I know and make the car look slick. Also has the full leather package.

There are some issues that do not affect performance including: the all 4 wheels were damaged (see pics) by my tire store (no longer my tire store) when the dummy attempted to clean them before reinstalling. Needless to say they need to be restored. The leather on the drivers side door is deteriorating along the window (see pic). The driver's side seat back has a spot that has worn through showing the foam (see pic) and there was an accident that I was invovled in (light front end) that was professionally repaired. There is a bow in the radiator that my mechanic said to leave as is since it's not leaking and has performed just fine for 20k miles. I live in South Florida with 96 degree days, and this little car doesn't break a sweat. In fact the air conditioner blows so cold that at night you find it set at minimum fan otherwise you freeze. The rear tires also need to be replaced.

As for the exterior, the sides show straight and true. There's only one or two digs in the side panels. The car really looks good from the sides. The roof has some paint chips consistent with the age of the car. There's also a slight rub mark on one of the back fenders (hard to see).

Happy bidding. Please do not bid unless you're willing to inspect the car and make sure everything is as I described. I'm availabe to speak by phone at: 561-404-8888. I can assist with shipping but I will be your responsibility to pay for it.

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Autoblog's top 50 car photos of 2016

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Sun, Feb 28 2021

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