2004 Porsche 911/996.2 GT3 Coupe 1 of 11 in Polar Silver 21k Miles Painted Back Sport Seats

Many regard the 996 GT3 as one of the purest modern-era Porsches.  It is a true iteration of the original 1973 Carrera RS: lightweight chassis with normally aspirated 380hp.  959 units were delivered to the U.S. and only 11 were ordered in Polar Silver Metallic.  What is unique about these models is their race bred Mezger engines (including dry sump systems = no IMS bearings), highly tuned coil over suspensions, seam-welded chassis, wind tunnel tested aerodynamic aids and lightweight features.  This is one of the first true sport purpose built 911s delivered to the U.S. since pre 1968.  Finding one that has not been abused, low miles, original, unmodified, and well serviced is becoming increasingly difficult.

This GT3 was built on July 1^st, 2004 and sold new on March 20^th, 2005 by McKenna Porsche of Norwalk, California.  It was originally delivered to Sud’s of Peoria, the Porsche dealer in Peoria, Illinois.  They traded it when new to McKenna as they had a local Southern California owner interested.  It was tastefully optioned with the following factory equipment:

• Polar silver metallic
• Black leather interior
• Xenon headlamp package
• Wheel caps with colored crests
• Cruise control
• A/C with full climate control
• Instrument panel in exterior color
• Thicker steering wheel
• Electric sport seats – left and right
• Storage compartment lid with GT3 logo
• Black floor mats with Porsche lettering
• Sport seat backs painted to match (Polar Silver)
• Porsche crest in headrest
• Seat belts in Maritime Blue
• Custom tailoring

The MSRP was $113,340, which would be approximately $192,879 in today’s dollars.

The first owner lived in Arcadia, California.  This owner kept the car for 5 years and added 11k miles.  They serviced it several times at McKenna Porsche.

The second owner also lived in Arcadia, California and purchased this GT3 on March 14^th, 2010 with 11,102 miles.  This owner kept the car for 4 years and added another 5k miles.

The third owner lived in Arcadia as well and purchased this GT3 on July 19^th, 2014 with 17,176 miles.  Eventually, this owner moved to Brooklyn, New York and took this GT3 with him.

It was sold in February of 2021 with 18,885 miles to a dealer in Portland, Oregon.  This dealer prepared the car for sale and sold it to the current owner from Northern California on April 29^th,  2021 with 18,928 miles.  The current owner just invested nearly $25k bringing this GT3 to a collector grade level.  Services of note over the years include:

• Regular services/fluid flushes
• Differential work at Glenn Yee Motorsports (9/12 @ 14,036 miles)
  • Disassemble and rebuild differential
  • Replace differential bearings (89mm)
• Rebuild LSD with Glenn Yee G50 update
• Welded coolant pipes update and services (2/18 @ 18,146 miles)
  • Remove engine and transmission
  • Remove intake manifold and all pressure fit water pipes
  • Install welded coolant pipes
  • Pressure test for leaks
  • Replace seals and hoses
  • Flush coolant system
  • Replace water pump
  • New drive belts and air/cabin filters
  • Oil service and flush brakes
  • Evacuate, dye test, and recharge A/C system
  • 4 wheel alignment
  • Replace radio knobs
• Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires (6/21)
• Michelin tire pressure monitor sensors system
• Install factory mount for child seat to be installed in passenger seat

• Mechanical services and cosmetic preservation at The RennShop (9/22 @ 19,048 miles)
  • Spark plugs, oil service, air filter, cabin filter, and fuel filter
  • Transmission fluid service
  • Drive belts
  • Mount and balance new Michelin Pilot Cup 2 tires
  • Repair headlamp washer system
  • 2-stage paint correction over entire car
  • Repair/professionally touch-up minor paint chips
  • New rear emblem
  • Remove and install both front strut assemblies/adjust ride height
  • New rear toe control arms
  • Front lower control arms
  • 4-wheel alignment
  • Replace all brake flex lines
  • New driver side sun visor
  • Replace coolant cap reservoir
  • New wheel lock set with key
  • Adjust parking brake
  • Replace fuel cap
  • Clean throttle body and MAF sensors
  • Starter motor solenoid cover
  • Lower brake ducts
  • Install PPF on front bumper, hood, front fenders, side mirrors, headlights, lower rockers
  • 2 coats of glass/ ceramic coating over entire exterior including wheels
  • Glass/ceramic coat door jambs, underside of hood, underside of rear decklid
  • Glass/ceramic coat all exterior trim and rubber
  • Full interior detail
  • Remove front seats and center console
  • Paint correction on front seat backs and center console/reinstall in car
  • Apply Zipang coating to paint interior parts
  • Brush out suede headliner
  • Condition all leather
  • The total for this service was $22,975

We sold this GT3 on October 28^th, 2022, with 20,100 miles to a local Orange County enthusiast.  For the past few years, he’s added around 2k miles of light weekend driving.  He’s always kept the car in his garage and serviced it regularly at Vision Motorsports in Laguna Hills, California.  Services and enhancements during his care included the following:

• Replace alternator (11/22 @ 19,174 miles)
• Cargraphics exhaust system (2/23)**
  • Sport rear silencer set with integrated exhaust valves
  • Super Sound Version
  • Sport catalytic converter (not CA legal)
  • Sport tailpipe set
  • Total exhaust package not including installation – $6,420

• Custom 3-piece forged HRE wheels* (3/23 – available for additional fee)
  • 540C high offset profile
  • 8.5”x18” / 11”x18”
  • Satin charcoal centers with polished/clear coated barrels
  • Carbon fiber valve stems
  • New Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tires
  • Total package cost – $11,634*

• Porsche Classic radio with Apple CarPlay & installation (5/23)
• Oil service, oil pressure sender, chain tensioner, inspection (12/24)

This 996 GT3 is in exceptional condition as you would expect from a low-mile example.  The car appears to have never been tracked, meticulously maintained, and always garaged.  The paint looks near perfect with minimal signs of use.  All the paint is original as verified with a paint meter.  The front nose (bumper, hood, front fenders, side mirrors, headlights, and lower rockers) is recently protected with PPF (paint protection film).  It was installed by one of the highest regarded installers in the country.  It is visually imperceptible.  The glass is all original, including the windshield, and wearing the proper factory stampings.  There are no visible scratches, chips, or other blemishes on the glass.  The front plastic spoiler lip was damaged by a driveway and fell off as they are a wear item.  The original wheels have no major curb rash and are wearing Michelin tires installed new on 6/21 (date stamped late 2019 to early 2021) with 75% tread life.  The brakes appear to be fresh as well with more than 75% life remaining.  All the exterior lights work and the lenses are in good condition.

The interior is equally as nice with minimal signs of use.  The leather sport seats are in great shape with no tears or significant wear signs.  There’s some very light driver exit bolster wear.  The painted backs are a rare option and have no major scuffs.  They’ve recently been paint corrected and ceramic coat sealed.  The Alcantara headliner looks new as do the carpet and door panels.  There are some light plastic threshold scuffs on the driver side entry.  The dash is perfect with no issues.  All the gauges work as do the power windows, mirrors, interior lights, and A/C system.  The Porsche Classic radio was nicely installed and has the Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connective feature.  The car still smells new.  It’s one of the nicest 996-era interiors I’ve ever seen.

This GT3 drives fantastically.  These GT3s are hands-down my favorite water-cooled 911.  They are the closest interpretation of a vintage early long hood 911.  They are more akin to a cup car with carpet and air conditioning rather than a lightened street 911.  This GT3 performs fantastically.  It starts easily and holds a smooth idle.  The power is very direct and the motor feels like it can rev forever.  There is no hesitation or any other acceleration issues.  The brakes have a tremendous bite with no fading or pulling.  The handling is crisp and a bit nervous, which is common with GT3s.  They have seam welded bodies making them quite stiff so you feel (and hear) everything.  Because these cars were darlings at the track, not many of them survived in this level of condition.

This GT3 is currently registered in Utah, but will pass CA smog once the stock exhaust is reinstalled.

This GT3 comes with 3 keys (2 main keys and 1 valet key), owner’s manuals with vinyl case, original maintenance booklet with stamps, original window sticker, 12+ years of service history, wheel lock socket, factory tool kit, factory tire repair kit, air compressor, front license plate bracket, Porsche welcome kit, front tow hook mount license plate frame, and original exhaust.**

*The extra set of HRE wheels with near new Michelin tires is available for $6,500 extra.  Buyer is responsible for shipping and handling.

**Cargraphics exhaust system will not pass California smog.  For CA buyers, we will swap to the stock exhaust, which the buyer will be responsible for the costs associated.  Buyer is also responsible for shipping and handling of extra exhaust.

***Note: VIN and other numbers withheld to protect against fraud.  All numbers including VIN, Engine, and color will be provided to serious buyers.