2002 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe: X50 Package Arctic Silver and the 996 Turbo Everyone Wants The 996 Turbo has officially crossed the line from underrated to seriously desirable. This 2002 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe is finished in Arctic Silver Metallic over Black Full Leather and most importantly it was ordered with the factory X50 Engine Performance Package . That single option takes this from being a great 996 Turbo to being one of the most sought-after versions of the car. This is the car for someone who understands why the 996 Turbo matters: Mezger-based twin-turbo power all-wheel-drive traction real Porsche engineering daily usability and supercar performance without the fragility or drama of many exotic cars from the same era. With an original MSRP of $136 900 this was a serious flagship 911 when new. Today it still feels fast purposeful and special. Why the 996 Turbo Is Awesome The 996 Turbo is one of the most important modern Porsche performance cars because it brought true supercar speed into a package you could actually use. It is fast without being delicate. It is exotic without being unusable. It is analog enough to feel alive but modern enough to enjoy regularly. The widebody stance side air intakes fixed rear wing Turbo-specific front fascia all-wheel-drive system and twin-turbo flat-six give the car a presence that still feels serious today. This was not just a faster Carrera. This was Porsches flagship 911 built to run with the best performance cars in the world. The X50 Package Is the Big Deal The headline on this car is the factory X50 Engine Performance Package . On the 996 Turbo X50 was Porsches factory power upgrade. It was the performance package that brought the car closer to Turbo S territory with upgraded hardware and increased output compared to the standard Turbo. In enthusiast terms this is one of the most important boxes you can see on a 996 Turbo build sheet. Why does it matter? Because X50 cars are rarer more desirable and more special. They were expensive when new they were not ordered on every Turbo and they give the car additional performance credibility from the factory. A standard 996 Turbo is already great. An X50 996 Turbo is the one serious Porsche buyers pay attention to. Arctic Silver Over Black Full Leather This is one of the classic Porsche Turbo combinations. Arctic Silver Metallic works beautifully on the 996 Turbo because it highlights the shape without trying too hard. The wide rear hips side intakes front bumper openings and rear wing all stand out cleanly in silver. It gives the car a technical motorsport-inspired look that fits the Turbo perfectly. Inside the Black Full Leather interior keeps the cabin purposeful and timeless. The optional Supple Leather Front and Rear adds richness while the aluminum accents give the car the right early-2000s Porsche flagship feel. It is clean mature and exactly what many enthusiasts picture when they think of a properly specified 996 Turbo. The Mezger-Based Turbo Engine A huge part of the 996 Turbos reputation comes from its engine. Unlike the naturally aspirated 996 Carrera models the 996 Turbo uses Porsches legendary Mezger-based twin-turbo flat-six architecture. That distinction matters to Porsche buyers because the Turbo engine has earned a much stronger reputation and is one of the biggest reasons these cars have become so respected. It is powerful durable and deeply tied to Porsches motorsport engineering. This is the engine that helped give the 996 Turbo its identity. Why This Car Still Makes Sense Today Modern performance cars are faster on paper but many of them feel heavier more filtered and less mechanical. The 996 Turbo still gives you the things enthusiasts actually care about: twin-turbo power hydraulic steering feel all-wheel-drive confidence compact 911 proportions serious factory engineering real analog character usability without boredom This is a car you can drive to dinner take on a road trip enjoy on a mountain road or bring to a Porsche event and still feel like you arrived in something important. It does not feel like an old car trying to keep up. It feels like a proper modern classic. CARFAX History The CARFAX report shows: 31 861 miles No accidents or damage reported 24 service history records 3 previous owners Personal vehicle history Last owned in Florida No total loss reported No structural damage reported No airbag deployment reported No odometer rollback indicated Recent Response Motors service includes: Air filter replaced Axle seals replaced Brake fluid flushed/changed CV boots replaced Front brake calipers replaced Front brake hoses replaced Fuel filler cap replaced Two tires mounted and replaced The CARFAX also shows long-term low-mileage ownership with the third owner averaging fewer than 1 000 miles per year. That kind of low-mileage stewardship matters on a car like this. Who This Car Is For This 911 Turbo is for the buyer who wants a real Porsche supercar without chasing the obvious choices. It is for someone who understands that the 996 Turbo is no longer the overlooked 911. It is for the enthusiast who wants: the Mezger-based Turbo engine the factory X50 package all-wheel-drive performance widebody Turbo presence low mileage clean CARFAX history a car that can actually be driven This is not just for collectors. It is for drivers. Features That Make This 911 Turbo Special Factory X50 Engine Performance Package Mezger-Based Twin-Turbo Flat-Six All-Wheel Drive Arctic Silver Metallic Exterior Black Full Leather Interior Supple Leather Front and Rear Heated Front Seats Package Aluminum Instrument Dials Aluminum/Leather Shifter and Brake Handle Remote 6-Disc CD Changer Black Porsche Lettering Floor Mats Low Mileage No Accidents or Damage Reported to CARFAX Factory Options BASE Porsche Base Model 692 Remote CD Changer 6 Disc 982 Supple Leather Front and Rear AH Black Full Leather M6A Black Mats with Porsche Lettering P14 Heated Front Seats Package X1 Arctic Silver Metallic X50 Engine Performance Package X71 Aluminum Instrument Dials Y06 Aluminum/Leather Shifter and Brake Handle Final Thought This 2002 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe is the kind of car that reminds you why the Turbo badge matters. Arctic Silver. Black Full Leather. Factory X50 package. Mezger-based twin-turbo power. All-wheel-drive confidence. Low mileage. No accidents reported to CARFAX. A standard 996 Turbo is already one of the best modern classic Porsche performance cars. An X50 996 Turbo is the one you do not want to miss. _________ 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. This vehicle is being offered for sale by: Response Motors LLC 2490 Old Middlefield Way Mountain View CA 94043 Taxes tags and fees are not included in the sale price