2003 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet: Seal Grey Black Full Leather Sport Classic Wheels and Classic 996 Open-Air Character This 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet is a beautifully specified 996 finished in Seal Grey Metallic over Black Full Leather with a Black soft top . With an original MSRP of $91 455 it was ordered with a strong mix of luxury and enthusiast options including 18-inch Sport Classic wheels Supple Leather BOSE High End Sound Xenon headlights heated front seats Power Seat Package Porsche Windstop Porsche crest headrests and a distinctive carbon/aluminum brake and shifter treatment . With only 54 779 miles long-term California history and no accidents or damage reported to CARFAX this is a very appealing example of the 996 Carrera Cabriolet. Why the 996 Carrera Cabriolet Works The 996 has become increasingly appreciated for the qualities that made it such an important 911 in the first place: compact dimensions excellent visibility direct steering naturally aspirated flat-six character and a driving experience that feels far less filtered than newer generations. The Cabriolet adds another dimension. With the roof down you get more of the engine more of the road and more of the mechanical character that makes an older 911 enjoyable at normal speeds. It is a great weekend car coastal cruiser backroad car or simply a classic Porsche you can use without treating every mile as precious. Seal Grey Over Black Full Leather Seal Grey Metallic is one of the signature Porsche colors from this era and suits the 996 body exceptionally well. It gives the car a clean understated appearance while still highlighting the shape and curves of the Carrera Cabriolet. Inside the Black Full Leather cabin keeps the specification timeless. This car was also ordered with Supple Leather front and rear giving the interior a richer and more premium feel than a standard Carrera cabin. The Porsche crest headrests Porsche-lettered floor mats and carbon/aluminum brake and shifter treatment add the right amount of visual detail without making the interior feel overly customized. Sport Classic Wheels The 18-inch Sport Classic wheels are one of the standout options. They are an excellent match for the 996 and give the car a much more distinctive appearance than the standard wheel choices of the era. Combined with Seal Grey Metallic the Sport Classics give the car a clean period-correct enthusiast look that has aged extremely well. Colored Porsche crest center caps complete the setup. Comfort and Equipment This Carrera Cabriolet was well equipped for regular use. Factory options include heated front seats Power Seat Package BOSE High End Sound Xenon Headlamp Package and the Porsche Windstop . The Windstop is especially useful on a Cabriolet helping reduce cabin turbulence with the roof down and making longer open-air drives much more comfortable. The Black soft top keeps the exterior combination simple and cohesive while the Full Leather cabin gives the car the premium feel expected from a nearly $92 000 Porsche when new. CARFAX and Service History The CARFAX report shows: 54 779 miles No accidents or damage reported 19 service history records 4 previous owners Personal lease and personal ownership history Long-term California ownership No total loss reported No structural damage reported No airbag deployment reported No odometer rollback indicated No open recalls reported The ownership history is a strong part of the car's story with lengthy ownership periods rather than constant turnover. The service history includes Porsche dealer maintenance oil and filter services brake fluid service cooling system checks front brake pads batteries alignment work and other routine maintenance. A 2009 Porsche South Bay service entry also records the clutch being checked and the rear crankshaft oil seal being replaced . Why This Carrera Cabriolet Stands Out The appeal comes from the complete specification: Seal Grey Metallic Black Full Leather Black soft top 18-inch Sport Classic wheels Supple Leather front and rear Porsche crest headrests Carbon/aluminum brake and shifter treatment BOSE High End Sound Xenon headlights Heated front seats Porsche Windstop 54 779 miles No accidents or damage reported to CARFAX Long-term California ownership For someone looking for an approachable modern-classic 911 the 996 Carrera Cabriolet offers a lot of Porsche character without the size complexity or price point of newer generations. This example adds a particularly tasteful color combination and several desirable factory options. Factory Options BASE Porsche Base Model 342 Heated Front Seats 446 Wheel Caps with Colored Crest 551 Porsche Windstop / Deflector 680 BOSE High End Sound Package 750 Delete Cabriolet Hardtop 982 Supple Leather Front and Rear AH Black Full Leather M6A Black Mats with Porsche Lettering P15 Power Seat Package P74 Xenon Headlamp Package V9 Black Top XRB 18-Inch Sport Classic Wheels/Tires XSC Porsche Crest in Headrest Y05 Brake/Shifter Carbon/Aluminum Y1 Seal Grey Metallic Final Thought This 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet combines Seal Grey Metallic Black Full Leather Sport Classic wheels Supple Leather BOSE Xenon headlights Porsche crest headrests carbon/aluminum interior details clean CARFAX accident history and only 54 779 miles . It is a tasteful well-optioned 996 that delivers the direct compact naturally aspirated Porsche experience enthusiasts increasingly appreciate with the added enjoyment of open-top driving. _____________ 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