1998 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet

KEY FACTS This 996-generation Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet is an exciting modern classic open-top sports car, offered from long-term ownership. Under the rear engine lid sits a naturally aspirated 3.4-litre flat-six, which sends its power to the rear wheels via a five-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted shift buttons. This original Australian-market model passed compliance in November 1998 and has been with the seller and the reportedly third owner for 18 years. The odometer indicates 166,494 km (103,455 miles). EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This 996-era 911 Carrera Cabriolet is finished in the appealing shade of Arena Red Metallic with a black soft-top roof, over a Savanna Beige leather-trimmed interior, punctuated by black and satin-silver trim. It rides on a set of 18-inch ‘Turbo Twist’ alloy wheels fitted with Triangle EffeXSport tyres. Equipment includes a top-tinted windscreen, cruise control, an electrically operated convertible roof, automatic air conditioning, and electrically adjustable front seats. This example has been fitted with a Kenwood CD stereo. The car comes with the owner’s manuals in a black and grey wallet and the stamped service booklet. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: a previous minor front-end impact. Inside, the cabin has received some retrimming work. During the most recent service in 2025, technicians noted damaged plastic guides in the engine. Further detail on the service is included below. The most recent roadworthiness test was on 9 April 2025, which is reported to have resulted in a clean pass. SERVICE HISTORY The last maintenance was carried out in April 2025 at an indicated 166,356 km by Purely Porscha. Technicians investigated an engine knock, removing the sump pan and finding plastic guide pieces at the bottom. Metal filings were also present in an oil sample. The IMS bearing and rear main seal (RMS) were su