2001 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe: Black Manual Mezger Power and One of the Great Modern Porsche Icons There are certain Porsche models that define an era. The 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo is one of them. Finished in Black over Savanna Beige Full Leather this 996 Turbo combines timeless supercar performance daily usability all-wheel-drive confidence and a proper 6-speed manual transmission into one of the most important modern 911 packages Porsche ever built. This was the flagship 911 of its time carrying an original MSRP of $121 236 and powered by Porsches legendary M96/70 twin-turbo flat-six an engine architecture closely tied to Porsches motorsport engineering and the reason the 996 Turbo continues to hold such a strong reputation with enthusiasts today. With only 41 510 miles no accidents or damage reported to CARFAX and a clean purposeful factory specification this is exactly the kind of 996 Turbo that makes people stop and reassess the entire generation. Why the 996 Turbo Matters The 996 Turbo was a turning point for Porsche. It delivered supercar performance in a package that could be driven every day. It was fast composed usable and brutally effective without losing the mechanical feel that makes older 911s so special. At the time this car was capable of embarrassing far more exotic machinery. Today it still feels genuinely quick but what makes it special is not just the speed. It is the way it delivers that speed. The boost builds with force. The chassis stays planted. The steering feels honest. The manual gearbox keeps you involved. The all-wheel-drive system gives the car real confidence in every condition. This is not a delicate garage ornament. This is a Porsche built to be driven. The Manual Gearbox Makes the Car A 996 Turbo is already special. A 996 Turbo with a 6-speed manual is the one enthusiasts want. The manual transmission completely changes the personality of the car. It turns the Turbo from a point-and-shoot performance machine into something more mechanical more involving and more memorable. Every shift adds to the experience. You feel the torque. You manage the boost. You decide when the car comes alive. Modern performance cars are faster on paper but many of them remove the driver from the equation. This car does the opposite. It makes you part of the process. That is why manual 996 Turbos continue to matter. The M96/70 Turbo Engine The engine is one of the major reasons the 996 Turbo has aged so well. This example is equipped with the M96/70 engine Porsches twin-turbo flat-six used in the 996 Turbo. It is not the same engine family that created the IMS-bearing anxiety around naturally aspirated 996 Carrera models. The Turbo engine has a much stronger reputation among Porsche buyers and is one of the reasons the 996 Turbo has become such a smart enthusiast buy. It is powerful durable and packed with Porsche motorsport DNA. For many buyers this is the heart of the appeal. Black Over Savanna Beige: Classic Porsche Luxury The color combination on this car is excellent. The Black exterior gives the 996 Turbo a clean serious timeless look. It emphasizes the wide rear body side air intakes fixed rear wing and Turbo-specific stance without making the car look overstyled. Inside the Savanna Beige Full Leather interior gives the cabin warmth and richness. It feels more upscale and more interesting than the common black-on-black configuration. The contrast between the black exterior and lighter full leather interior gives the car a proper grand touring feel. This is not just a performance car cabin. It feels like a flagship Porsche. Factory Options That Make This Example Stand Out This Turbo was ordered with several desirable factory options that elevate the car beyond a standard build. Highlights include: Delete Front Bumperettes Wheel Caps with Colored Porsche Crest Digital Sound Package AM/FM Radio with CD Player Heated Front Seats Package Metal Door Sill Model Insignia Aluminum Instrument Dials 3-Spoke Steering Wheel in Interior Leather Porsche Crest in Headrests Carbon/Aluminum Brake and Shifter Trim The delete front bumperettes option is especially important visually. It gives the front end a cleaner more European-style appearance and removes one of the clunkiest visual elements found on many U.S.-market 996 cars. The aluminum instrument dials carbon/aluminum shift and brake trim and Porsche crest headrests add the kind of detail that makes the interior feel special every time you get in. Why This Car Is Awesome This car is awesome because it represents the sweet spot of usable Porsche performance. It is old enough to feel mechanical but modern enough to drive regularly. It has: twin-turbo power all-wheel-drive traction a manual gearbox hydraulic steering feel widebody Turbo styling real Porsche flagship presence everyday usability a strong enthusiast engine It is a car you can take on a backroad drive to dinner enjoy on a road trip or bring to a Porsche event and still feel like you showed up in something important. The 996 Turbo has gone from underrated to increasingly respected because people finally understand what it is: one of the best performance values and most usable modern classic 911 Turbos ever built. CARFAX History The CARFAX report shows: 41 510 miles No accidents or damage reported 14 service history records 5 previous owners Personal and lease ownership history Last owned in Montana No total loss reported No structural damage reported No airbag deployment reported No odometer rollback indicated Recent Response Motors service includes: Alternator replaced Brake fluid flushed/changed Fuel filler cap replaced Two tires mounted Two tires replaced The history also shows long-term ownership from 2005 through 2026 with very low average annual mileage during that period. That kind of long-term stewardship matters on a car like this. Who This Car Is For This 911 Turbo is for someone who wants a real Porsche experience without needing to explain the car to themselves. It is for the buyer who understands that the 996 Turbo is no longer the overlooked 911. It is for someone who wants: a manual transmission a twin-turbo Porsche a widebody 911 a serious engine usable supercar performance a car that still feels analog It is also for the enthusiast who wants a car they can actually drive. Not just look at. Not just store. Drive. Why It Makes Sense Today In todays market the 996 Turbo makes more sense than ever. New performance cars have become heavier more digital more insulated and increasingly complex. This car still feels direct mechanical and compact. It has real steering feel real boost real sound and a real manual gearbox. It is fast enough to be exciting usable enough to enjoy often and important enough to belong in a serious Porsche collection. The 996 Turbo is no longer the bargain-bin 911 Turbo. It is becoming recognized for what it always was: A true Porsche supercar. Features That Make This 911 Turbo Special 3.6L Twin-Turbo Flat-Six M96/70 Turbo Engine 6-Speed Manual Transmission All-Wheel Drive Black Exterior Savanna Beige Full Leather Interior Delete Front Bumperettes Heated Front Seats Aluminum Instrument Dials Carbon/Aluminum Brake and Shifter Trim Porsche Crest Headrests Metal Door Sill Model Insignia Wheel Caps with Colored Porsche Crest Digital Sound Package Xenon Headlights Rear Wiper Porsche Stability Management Factory Options 059 Delete Front Bumperettes 446 Wheel Caps with Colored Crest 680 Digital Sound Package 696 AM/FM Radio with CD Player P14 Heated Front Seats Package X70 Metal Door Sill Model Insignia X71 Aluminum Instrument Dials XPA 3-Spoke Steering Wheel in Interior Leather XSC Porsche Crest in Headrest Y05 Brake/Shifter Carbon/Aluminum Additional Equipment Highlights 339 All-Wheel Drive 415 Turbo Look II 18-Inch Wheels 425 Rear Wiper 454 Cruise Control 476 Porsche Stability Management 480 6-Speed Manual Transmission 573 Electronic Air Conditioner 601 Xenon Lights 659 On-Board Computer 981 Leather Interior 983 Front Seat Covers All Leather X47 Gearshift Knob in Carbon/Aluminum/Leather X58 Handbrake Lever in Carbon/Aluminum/Leather Final Thought This 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo is the kind of car that reminds you why the Turbo badge matters. Black paint. Savanna Beige Full Leather. Manual gearbox. Twin-turbo power. All-wheel-drive confidence. Low mileage. No accidents reported to CARFAX. It is fast usable collectible and still genuinely exciting. This is not just a clean 996 Turbo. This is one of the cars that helped define the modern Porsche performance era. _______ Excellent Condition! We Accept Trades: We will help you move out of your current ride and into the car of your dreams. Talk to us about your car and we will make you an offer. Financing Available: We offer flexible financing through our extensive lending network with terms that meet all your needs allowing you to buy confidently. Mechanical Inspection and Service: All of our cars undergo a rigorous inspection to ensure we find and fix any issues and ensure you're getting a top-quality car. At Response Motors we are true enthusiasts and take pride in keeping these wonderful machines looking and running their best for our customers. Paint and Bodywork: At Response Motors we pride ourselves on the quality of the cars we sell. Take any of our cars straight from the showroom to the car show and each car gets an extensive 15+ hour paint correction and detail to bring the paint up to show car status and give them that head-turning and eye-popping deep glossy shine that they deserve. Of course the interior is just as important with a thorough steam cleaning and leather restoration as part of the package. Taxes tags and fees are not included in the sale price