2017 Porsche 911 Carrera

Description

A technological tour-de-force, this 2017 Porsche 911 Carrera is an incredible piece of hardware, and if there was ever a car that could be considered a screaming bargain, this is it. Equipped with a lengthy list of expensive Porsche options and only 16,679 miles on the clock, this extraordinary, 1-owner performance car is an absolute masterpiece of German engineering.

There aren't many better colors on a Porsche than silver (GT Silver Metallic to be exact), which seems to emphasize the car's German precision and icy cool effectiveness, as if going fast were no more challenging than filling up with gas. Porsche's finish quality is legendary and because of the low miles and careful ownership by the sole owner, you'll be hard-pressed to find any signs of wear or deterioration on this incredible Carrera. It's quite exceptional. The 991 Porsche provided a much-needed facelift after the much-maligned 997 from the previous generation, and because this is a '17 model, it's actually a 991.2, featuring even more appearance and performance goodies. The shape is restrained aggression at its best, with a three-piece intake front bumper and a revised rear fascia featuring vertical engine lid louvers and air outlets on each side of the rear bumper. The 991.2 is actually a tiny bit longer and wider than it's 991 predecessor too, but the more significant change is that it sits almost a half inch lower to the ground, resulting in an incredible profile to the car. But nothing quite catches the attention of the crows like the Porsche crest on the hood. That's what driving an icon gets you. Things like the headlights, mirrors, and taillights are also virtually like new, further examples that this 911 has led a very easy and pampered life.

The black leather interior seamlessly blends performance and luxury in a way that only Porsche seems to manage. If you wanted, you could drive this car to work every day and never know that there's 370 horsepower on tap. The seats are unmarked, the carpets look new, and it carries a newly designed three-spoke steering wheel based on the 918 Spyder's, although that may be only something Porschephiles will truly appreciate. This one also carries a 7-speed manual gearbox, the preferred choice for enthusiasts who like to stir their own gears and hit 60MPH in a blistering 4.4 seconds, and the list of options is rather lengthy. First, there's the new Porsche Communication Management System (navi + entertainment) that is controlled on the 7-inch touchscreen, plus all the usual stuff like dual automatic climate control, power windows, locks, heated seats, and mirrors, a power sunroof, and pretty much every other option under the sun. Black-faced gauges are arrayed in traditional Porsche fashion, with the tachometer front and center and you'll have to work hard not to be distracted by the like-new condition of all the dials and controls. The forward-mounted trunk is like new as well and offers reasonable accommodations for your gear.

Under the hood, the 3.0 liter flat six engine was rated at 370 horsepower/331 pound-feet of torque in the base-model Carrera, and much to the joy of Porsche fans all over the world, this boost of power was because the 911.2 was the first ever Carrera to feature twin-turbos, and it was subsequently the first base 911 to not feature a naturally aspirated engine. Along with the addition of those powerful twin snails, the 991.2 also employs rear-axle steering and the technological marvel that is Porsche Active Suspension Management, which combines outstanding handling and a comfortable ride by using active dampers that both smooth out the ride and tackle corners even harder. The 7-speed manual is a joy to shift and actually offers a higher top speed than the PDK (183 MPH!), and you'll never get tired of the big six's tenor howl at speed. Massive brakes have been a Porsche trademark for years and are completely resistant to abuse and repeated high-speed stops and come dressed with dark gray calipers and cross-drilled rotors. Gorgeous 20-inch alloy wheels are a scary expensive upgrade and carry staggered 245/30/20 front and 305/30/20 rear Pirelli P-Zero performance radials that provide amazing grip.

Beautifully built, outrageously fast, and with a look that'll be stylish forever, this well-maintained Carrera is more proof that Porsches truly are special cars. Call today!