Description
2003 Porsche 911 (996) 40 Year (Jahre) Anniversary Edition 3. 6 manual
First registered 25/ 11/ 2003.
Ltd edition number 0567 of 1963 produced worldwide with around only 125 RHD examples coming to the UK, so a very rare car indeed.
The "40 Jahre" model was to commemorate 40 years of the 911 first seen at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1963.
All anniversary models identify as follows:
3. 6 Carrera 2 manual narrow body. Unique to this special edition were the following upgrades and enhancements making it a truly special example of Porsches pedigree and racing heritage.
X51 power pack producing 345bhp (20bhp more than standard), factory fitted MO30 lowered (-10mm) sports suspension and PSM (Porsche Stability Management) with a LSD (Limited slip differential) for improved traction and dynamic handling.
Turbo front bumper with colour coded grilles and splitter, extended aero style side sill trims, Metallic GT Silver paint, soft dark grey (essentially black) natural perforated leather heated hardback sports seats with GT Silver backs unless optioned with 8 way electric memory seats, 18″ bead polished finish Carrera alloy wheels, electric sunroof, Bi-Xenon headlamps with dynamic beam control and headlamp cleaning, multi function trip computer with check control, PAS, ABS, sound pack upgrade, GT Silver interior pack including seat backs, centre console, handbrake, door handles, instrument dials, sill entry guards with 911 insignia and also unique perforated leather sports steering wheel and gear knob, stainless steel exhaust system with polished tailpipes and silver anniversary numbered plaque inside the car and engine lid denoting ‘911 40 Jahre’
This example benefits from notable stamped service history by OPC's and specialist’s such as Williams Crawford and others.
In preparation for sale over £7, 500 service and mechanical work inc brakes overhaul including all new wear sensors, new rear discs and pads, all new brake lines, refurbished front callipers and new pads, brake fluid, all new AC and cooling rads (both sides) breather and vent hoses, clamps etc, bump stops, 4 anti roll bar links, bonnet struts, new battery, Refurbished wheels as close to factory production as possible (ceramic polishing process)(please note correct centre caps will be supplied)
Other notable previous service work includes IMS upgrade, new RMS and IMS seal, replacement of coffin arms, ball joints, exhaust bolts/ clamps and etc. Head skim, head gasket, bolts and piston ring set, auxiliary belt and timing kit, clutch kit, lambada sensor.
The GT silver paint is a real standout and overall the bodywork presents exceptionally well for its age with minimal stone chips and blemishes. Having been dry stored by the previous owner since 2010 it has helped preserve the car well.
Driving this special 996 is a delight with its nimble 2wd, additional HP and power delivery makes for an exciting free revving fast paced well planted pursuit on any British road.
Everything feels that bit more dynamic and special than a standard C2 manual and its guaranteed smiles for miles when you’re behind the wheel.
C16 UK Car with additional factory options including:
X99 Natural leather interior
425 Rear window wiper
437 8 way electrical heated seat L
438 8 way electrical heated seat R
440 Roof antenna
538 Seat memory R
567 Top tinted windscreen
665 PCM2 Basic module including radio
666 PCM2 Telephone module
670 PCM Navigation module
680 Bose surround system
692 CD Changer (6 CD'S) remote
09991 Sonderwunsch Programm (Exclusive)
Only 4 owners from new and now showing just 57, 200 miles
Fresh MOT with no advisories just completed as is ready to be enjoyed by its next lucky owner.
HPI Clear
2 keys, book pack and history file
6 months warranty
Full photo and video file available upon request
Nationwide delivery can be arranged