Highlights

Only 55,226 miles from new
Full service history with recent minor service and gearbox oil refresh
MOT valid until October 2025
Recently fitted with new Bridgestone Potenza tyres and a new battery
Highly original condition with no modifications

The Appeal

If you asked a Porsche enthusiast back in 2005, they'd tell you that the 997 was a much-needed tonic. The 996 had proved just a little bit too much change in one go and had proven somewhat controversial among Stuttgart's dedicated followers. The 997 maintained the new water-cooled engine but brought back those ever-enduring bug-eye headlights, restoring those essential lines that made the 911 so iconic.

This example, presented in the car's practically synonymous Arctic Silver, comes to us in fine order, backed by an impressive history file covering services, MOTs and maintenance. The result is a fine thoroughbred of a much-loved future classic - a great opportunity if you're in the market for a solid, capable sports car.

History and Paperwork

Registered in 2005
In current ownership since August 2023
Low mileage and consistently serviced
Kept in dry conditions
MOT valid until October 2025
Clean MOT history with no failures recorded
Impressive paperwork file including:
- Original handbooks and manuals
- Stamped service record book
- Plenty of invoices
- MOT history
Supplied with two sets of keys

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The Condition

Bodywork is in very good condition
Spoiler is lifting correctly
No clear signs of corrosion
Arctic silver paintwork presents well with only minor imperfections
Wheels are in good condition with minor paint lifting on inner barrels
Bridgestone Potenza tyres fitted only recently
Underside is clean with no signs of leaks, or any corrosion
Ocean blue interior shows age-commensurate wear
All instruments are clear and legible
No sign of any damage to the carpets, headlining or door cards
Some light wear to the seat bolsters
Slight rubbing on the stereo volume button
All electrics function correctly, including A/C, Bose sound system, and memory seats

The Mechanics

3.8-Litre Flat-6 powerplant
Semi-automatic transmission with 5 gears
Engine bay looks in excellent order
All suspension rubbers are fresh with no issues to note
Recently serviced with a gearbox oil refresh
The vendor reports that it's, mechanically, in fine fettle
They particularly highlight the smooth engine performance and responsive gear shifts
They've recently taken a trip to Norfolk and back with no issues, totalling 400 miles

BEFORE YOU BUY

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