The Porsche 911 Turbo doesn’t look like a super sports car, but it accelerates like one – and costs like one. And even the used ones that have not been owned by celebrities are rarely available at normal mortality prices. But there is one that you can buy on a semi-regular basis without taking out a second mortgage. And this week there’s one up for grabs bring followers: a 2002 996 Porsche 911 Turbo.
The 996 Porsche 911 Turbo delivers supercar speeds without worrying about an IMS failure
| 2001-2004 ‘996’ Porsche 911 Turbo | |
| engine | 3.6 liter twin-turbo boxer engine |
| hp | 415 hp |
| torque | 413 lb ft |
| transmission | Six-speed manual transmission five-speed automatic |
| curb weight | 3395 pounds |
| 0-60mph time | 3.9 seconds (manual) 4.2 seconds (automatic) |
Although the 996 is no longer persona non grata among Porsche fans, some versions of the first water-cooled 911 quickly earned respect. Especially those without the dreaded IMS bearing. But that’s far from the only thing the 2001-2004 996 Porsche 911 Turbo has to offer.
Considering a tuner just bumped the 2022 Turbo S into 800hp territory, 415hp might not sound like much. However, a 0-60 time of under four seconds still puts the 996 Turbo in rare company today. Also, this AWD highway cruise missile drives so fast with a stick shift. Incidentally, which Porsche does not offer with the current 911 Turbo.
But it’s not just sheer speed that makes the 996 Porsche Turbo so impressive. It’s how unshakable it was in 2001 and still is. For one thing, the motor makes acceleration “effortless”, Hagerty says, and it’s so smooth you almost don’t know you’re at the redline. Second, the standard AWD, wider rear track, stability control and active rear spoiler combine with the excellent suspension make this a true all-weather, all-day sports car. It’s no wonder why Hagerty compared it to the 959, Porsche’s other iconic four-wheel drive supercar.
The 996 Turbo also got better and better over the years. In 2002, for example, Porsche updated the entire 996 911 lineup with stiffer chassis, suspension tweaks and interior upgrades. And up until 2004, you could get the 911 Turbo in 450hp X50 trim and/or with carbon-ceramic brakes. But you don’t need any of these things to appreciate this car: just get it and drive.
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As mentioned, Porsche offered the 996 911 Turbo with a manual transmission, which also made it faster than the automatic. And the 2002 example currently listed on bat is indeed a shift car with just under 40,300 miles on the clock. It’s also a well-equipped car.
In addition to the features already mentioned, this 2002 911 Turbo has Xenon headlights, integrated fog lights, automatic climate control and a torque vectoring rear differential. It also has a sunroof, rear wiper, leather upholstery and power front seats with power lumbar support for the driver. Also, it has a Porsche Classic touchscreen infotainment system, which is also the only modification.
Granted, this 996 Porsche 911 Turbo has a few quirks. For example, there is a dent on the front hood and the spoiler warning light is on. The seller says the latter issue could just be a blown fuse, however. But it has a clean, accident-free history and plenty of service records. Also, the seller bought the car last year shortly after the previous owner changed the oil, flushed the coolant and replaced the V-belt.
Is an Affordable 996 Porsche 911 Turbo a Reliable Budget Supercar?
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As of this writing, this 2002 Porsche 911 Turbo is listed at $18,600 with the auction remaining for four days. Keep in mind that this 2002 car started at $110,000 and a base 2022 911 Turbo starts at $182,900. Also, a 996 Turbo like this in good to good condition is usually worth $45,000 to $60,000. Hagerty reports. In short, this bat Car is a real bargain.
As this car is also a used high performance Porsche with at least one electrical issue a pre-purchase inspection is recommended. Also, while the 996 Turbo doesn’t have an IMS bearing, the glue that holds the coolant tubes in place regularly fails over time. And while welding or fusing new tubes with stronger replacement parts will fix this, it’s an engine-off service that costs $2000 to $5000. That being said, however, a 996 Turbo doesn’t typically suffer from problems you wouldn’t see in other forced-supercharged used cars.
However, if you are looking for a budget-friendly, stick-shift sports car that drives like a supercar and feels like a luxury car, this 2002 Porsche 911 Turbo might be worth a look.
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