2009 Porsche 911 'TYPE 997.1' Turbo Coupe

3,600cc DOHC Twin Turbo Flat 6-Cylinder Engine
Electronic Fuel Injection
473bhp at 6,000rpm
6-Speed Manual Transaxle – All Wheel Drive
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes

*Two California owners from new
*Desirable manual transmission equipped example
*Final year of the Mezger engined Turbo models
*Recent major service performed at Porsche dealership

THE 911 TURBO

The sixth generation of the legendary Porsche 911 was dubbed the 997 and introduced in 2005. It retained the previous model's basic profile but drew on the 993 for detailing. In addition, the new headlights reverted to the original bug-eye design. The interior was similarly revised, with strong links to the earlier 911 interiors while at the same time looking fresh and modern. Initially, two versions of the 997 were introduced - the 911 Carrera and the 911 Turbo. In February 2006, Porsche introduced the all-wheel-drive, twin turbo powered flagship model – the 911 Turbo at the Geneva Motor Show.

The new 3.6-liter Turbo engine was derived from that of the GT3 sports-racer, featuring twin variable turbine technology (VTG) turbochargers from BorgWarner, and now developed its maximum of 473bhp at a relatively low (for a sports car) 6,000 revs, with 457lb/ft of torque available from 1,950 to 5,000rpm which gave the car an impressive 3.9 second 0-62mph sprint and a top speed of 193mph. As usual, the Turbo was styled more aggressively, with a wider body, broader rear wing, and air intakes in the front bumper and ahead of the rear wheels. Like its predecessor, the new Turbo was only available with all-wheel drive.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

This exceptional 911 Turbo was produced in what some consider the best year for the 997 Turbo series. The 2009 model year is the last year of the Hans Mezger designed turbo engine while also featuring the updated Porsche Communication Management (PCM) 3.0 system from the 997.2 variant. This car features a nice list of options. A small number of those options include Adaptive Sport Seats, Limited Slip Rear Differential Lock, 3-spoke Multifunction Steering Wheel, Sport Chrono Package, Rear Center console in full leather and more. This 911 Turbo has been kept in a climate controlled facility and has lived in California since new. Finished in Carrara White over a Black Leather interior, this two owner example had an original window sticker price of $139,345 when new.

At the time of photographing, this 911 has covered 79,027 miles. The engine on this car was replaced by the dealership under warranty at around 39,000 miles. According to the seller of this vehicle the car did have a minor incident where the rear bumper received minor cosmetic damage and was replaced with a new unit. For many, the 911 Turbo is considered the ultimate 911, it possesses all of the creature comforts that Porsche enthusiasts have come to know and love, while being able to achieve a 0-60 time of only 3.9 seconds. The sale of this car presents an incredible opportunity to acquire a best of breed 997.1 Turbo.