2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe: Slate Grey Black Full Leather Sport Chrono and the 997.1 Sweet Spot This 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe is exactly why the 997 generation has become one of the most desirable modern classic 911s. Finished in Slate Grey Metallic over Black Full Leather this Carrera S has the right look the right equipment and the right presence. It is clean timeless understated and athletic without trying too hard. More importantly it represents the early 997 formula enthusiasts continue to chase: compact proportions naturally aspirated response hydraulic steering feel and a more analog Porsche driving experience than the newer larger more digital 911s that followed. With an original MSRP of $92 150 this was a highly optioned Carrera S when new equipped with Sport Chrono Package Plus Adaptive Sport Seats Black Full Leather BOSE Surround Sound 19-inch Carrera S wheels heated seats auto-dimming mirrors chrome tail pipes leather sun visors and a leather rear center console . This is not just another 997. This is a properly specified Carrera S Coupe in one of the best colors of the era. Why the 997 Carrera S Matters The 997 brought the 911 back to a more classic look after the 996 generation and that is a major reason these cars have aged so well. The round headlights returned. The proportions stayed compact. The cabin still felt driver-focused. The car still felt mechanical and connected. The Carrera S added more performance more presence and a more serious personality. It gives you the naturally aspirated flat-six experience sharper response and a level of engagement that newer performance cars often trade away for speed screens and complexity. This is the kind of 911 that feels special before you even start pushing it. It does not need huge horsepower to feel exciting. It has balance steering feel sound size and personality. That is what makes a great Porsche. Slate Grey Metallic Is the Right Color Slate Grey Metallic is one of those Porsche colors that gets better the longer you look at it. It is more interesting than standard silver softer than black and more sophisticated than a loud color. On the 997 Carrera S body it works beautifully because it highlights the shape without overwhelming it. The color gives the car a mature expensive almost motorsport-inspired look. It suits the smooth curves wide rear stance and clean coupe profile of the 997 perfectly. Paired with Black Full Leather the specification feels timeless. It is the kind of color combination that will still look right years from now. Black Full Leather and Adaptive Sport Seats The interior is a major highlight. This car was ordered with Black Full Leather Adaptive Sport Seats Power Seats and Sport Seats giving the cabin a much more premium and purposeful feel than a basic Carrera interior. The Adaptive Sport Seats are one of the best options to see on a 997. They give the car a more serious driver-focused feel while still being comfortable enough for long drives. Combined with heated seats BOSE audio leather sun visors and the leather rear section of the center console the cabin feels properly optioned and special. This is a car that was built to be driven and enjoyed not just ordered as a basic sports car. Sport Chrono Package Plus The Sport Chrono Package Plus is one of the key enthusiast options on this build. It gives the car a more focused character and adds the signature dash-mounted stopwatch that has become a visual marker of a properly optioned modern Porsche. On a Carrera S Sport Chrono helps reinforce the idea that this car was ordered for someone who cared about the driving experience. It is one of those options buyers look for because it makes the car feel more complete. The Right 997 Details This Carrera S has the details that make the car feel finished. The 19-inch Carrera S wheels are the right wheel for the car. They fill the arches well and give the 997.1 Carrera S its classic stance. The chrome tail pipes add a clean factory finish at the rear. The auto-dimming mirrors and heated seats make the car more livable. The BOSE Surround Sound System makes it better for long drives. The leather sun visors and leather rear center console add the kind of subtle luxury touches that separate a well-optioned Porsche from a basic build. The result is a car that feels cohesive. Sporty but not stripped. Luxurious but not soft. Classic but still modern enough to enjoy. CARFAX History The CARFAX report shows: 43 757 miles No accidents or damage reported 21 service history records 5 previous owners Personal vehicle history Last owned in Montana No total loss reported No structural damage reported No airbag deployment reported No odometer rollback indicated No open recalls reported The history also shows low-mileage ownership throughout the cars life with long ownership periods and documented service activity from Porsche dealers and Response Motors. Notable service history includes: Oil and filter services Brake fluid services Spark plugs replaced Serpentine belt replaced Drive belt service Power steering fluid service Coolant service Four tires replaced Transmission service history A/C refrigerant recharged Recent brake fluid flush by Response Motors For a 997 Carrera S with this mileage the documented service history is a major positive. Who This Car Is For This Carrera S is for the buyer who wants a real modern classic 911. It is for someone who wants the classic Porsche shape the naturally aspirated experience and the feel of a smaller more connected 911 without giving up comfort and usability. It is for the enthusiast who wants: A 997.1 Carrera S Coupe Slate Grey Metallic over Black Full Leather Sport Chrono Package Plus Adaptive Sport Seats Low mileage Strong documented service history A clean CARFAX history A car that feels analog usable and special This is not the Porsche for someone just looking for a badge. This is the Porsche for someone who understands why 997s have become so loved. Why This Car Makes Sense Today The 997 generation is in a very important place right now. It is modern enough to drive regularly but old enough to feel connected. It still has the classic size and shape people associate with a true 911 but it offers enough refinement to enjoy without compromise. That is why clean well-optioned 997 Carrera S Coupes continue to attract attention. This example checks the right boxes: Slate Grey Metallic Black Full Leather Sport Chrono Adaptive Sport Seats 19-inch Carrera S wheels BOSE audio low mileage no accidents reported and a strong service history. It is the kind of 911 that makes sense as both a driver and a long-term enthusiast car. Factory Options BASE Porsche Base Model 267 Automatically Dimming Interior and Exterior Mirrors 342 Heated Seats 403 19-Inch Carrera S Wheel 59 Slate Grey Metallic 640 Sport Chrono Package Plus 680 Bose Surround Sound System AT Full Leather in Black P01 Adaptive Sports Seats P01L Adaptive Sport Seats Leather Interior P15 Power Seats P77 Sports Seats X54 Chrome Tail Pipes XMP Sun Visors in Leather XMZ Rear Section of Center Console in Leather Final Thought This 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe is a great example of why the 997.1 has become so desirable. Slate Grey Metallic. Black Full Leather. Sport Chrono. Adaptive Sport Seats. 19-inch Carrera S wheels. Low mileage. No accidents or damage reported to CARFAX. Strong documented service history. It has the look the options and the feel that make a 997 Carrera S special. This is the kind of 911 that reminds you Porsche does not need to overcomplicate things to build something great. ___________________ 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