2007 Porsche 911 Targa 4 Manual (997)

Highlights 

• Fully documented impressive service history

• Excellent overall condition

• Well-maintained

• Wholly original

• Desirable spec

• Low mileage

• Recent £10K major service

• Long, advisory-free MOT

• Six-speed manual gearbox

Overview

Porsche's sixth generation 911 is arguably one of the most practical and easier to live with day-to-day iterations of its iconic sports car that money can buy. Introduced in 2004 the 997 looked great, was incredibly engaging to drive and had enough technical refinements to keep things more than comfortable. All attributes that remain as welcome today as they did upon its release. And with the addition of the fully retractable glass Targa roof and entire back window being the only in 911 history to lift open as a hatchback at the touch of an exclusive third button on the key fob - this is surely the most practical of the 997 iteration

The 997's practicality didn't come at the expense of performance though. Far from it. With a 3.6-litre flat-six offered in the Carrera, Carrera 4 and Targa 4, peak power was a very respectable and eminently usable 321bhp which meant a 0-60mph time of around five seconds and a top speed of 174mph. Chuck in a six-speed manual gearbox and it's an all but perfect set up, engagement wise. 

Handsome and really rather roomy as far as 911s go the 997 Targa 4 makes a lot of sense and with that previously mentioned four-wheel drive system to help keep things in check when conditions get a little slippery (or when ego outruns ability) it's a lot of fun out on the road. Open top motoring doesn't get much better.

This low mileage 2007 Porsche 911 997 Targa 4 then has a lot to offer. Beautifully presented and in excellent condition throughout the car comes complete with impressive Porsche main dealer and specialist history with documented services from 2009 all the way to 2025. A fresh MOT and recent £10K service further evidence a particularly well-maintained car.

With an improved soundtrack from the glorious Porsche switchable sports exhausts it also features switchable suspension and Porsche's Chrono pack. Being a 2007 model means a larger, improved IMS bearing too for increased peace of mind.   

History and documentation

• 2007 model year

• Original book pack and Porsche tool kit

• V5C present and correct in the vendor's name

• In current ownership since November 19th 2023

• First registered August 3rd  2007

• Two keys

• Fully documented services from 2009 to 2025

• Impressive document folder including service and maintenance receipts from both Porsche main dealer and independent Porsche specialists

• Extensive photographic documentation of recent major 80K mile service by marque specialists Ninemeister

• Garage stored as reported by the vendor 

• HPI clear

• Long advisory-free MOT until November 16th 2026

• ULEZ compliant

• 85,944 indicated miles

Interior

• Very good condition throughout

• Clearly well maintained with minimal wear and tear

• No evidence of any damage

• The vendor reports that everything works as it did from new

• Optional Porsche carbon fibre accents to gear lever, dash trim and handbrake

• Porsche crest embossed leather sports seats remain in excellent shape

• Steering wheel is wearing well

• Door cards and carpets present well

• The area under the bonnet is clean and tidy and comes complete with warning triangle and multi-disc CD changer

• Engine bay presents well

Exterior

• Excellent condition across all panels

• The Basalt Black paintwork looks great with only the usual light stone chips to the front end to speak of

• No signs of any scratches or major corrosion

• No damage to report

• Panel gaps are all uniform

• No chips or scratches to any of the glasswork

• Original “Lobster Claw” 19" alloy wheels do have a small amount of light, age-related surface blistering but no dinks, dents or scratches

• All tyres are Pirelli P Zeros with no age-related cracking or dryness to report

• Both Targa roof motors replaced at 73K miles and fully operational

• Active rear spoiler looks to be functioning perfectly

• Underneath was steam cleaned, de-greased and treated with Lanoguard underbody protection in 2024 and there are no signs of any damage or repair work

Mechanical

• 321bhp, 3.6-litre flat-six engine

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Four-wheel drive

• 0-60mph in 5.1s

• 174mph top speed

• Improved, larger, single-row non-serviceable IMS bearing (checked Nov 2024)

• Dry cell AGM Battery for faultless cold starts in the winter months

• Full four-wheel alignment Nov 2024

• No mechanical issues to report

• The vendor informs us that the car is in daily use and runs like a dream

Summary

A stunning four-wheel drive, open top 911 with a six-speed manual gearbox – this is one for the drivers. Sitting in the sweet spot of the Porsche pecking order this 997 could very well be all the car you'll ever need. Fastidiously maintained and with an excellent service record it's an impressive example of the marque that will no doubt impress anyone who climbs behind the wheel.

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