MOT – August 2027 The 996 generation represents one of the most significant chapters in the history of the Porsche 911.

An entirely new body, water-cooled flat-six power and a substantially modernised cabin brought Porsche’s definitive sports car into a new era, while its rear-engined layout ensured that the essential character of the 911 remained very much intact.

This 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Cabriolet is an especially appealing example thanks to its desirable combination of rear-wheel drive and six-speed manual transmission.

Powered by Porsche’s naturally aspirated 3.6-litre flat-six, it provides the involvement of a manual gearbox together with the additional theatre of open-top motoring.

Finished in metallic grey with a black electrically operated convertible roof, the car presents as an attractive and refreshingly usable example.

Five-spoke Porsche alloy wheels complement the understated lines of the 996, while the electrically operated hood allows the car to transform qui...