2006 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe: One Owner Manual Sport Exhaust and 30k Miles This is the kind of 997.1 Carrera S enthusiasts hope to find. Finished in Seal Grey Metallic over Black Sport Seats this 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe has the exact ingredients that make the early 997 generation so special: a naturally aspirated flat-six a manual gearbox Sport Chrono Sport Exhaust Sport Shifter Leather Sport Seats and only 30 299 miles . Even better this is a CARFAX 1-owner vehicle with no accidents or damage reported. That combination matters. A 997.1 Carrera S is already one of the best modern classic 911s. A one-owner low-mileage manual Carrera S Coupe with this option set is the version people actually want. Why the 997.1 Carrera S Matters The 997 generation brought Porsche back to one of its most timeless 911 shapes. It kept the size compact the steering communicative and the driving experience mechanical but added enough modern comfort to make the car easy to enjoy regularly. The Carrera S takes that formula and gives it more character. You get the larger naturally aspirated engine stronger performance better response and a more focused personality than the standard Carrera. It feels quick balanced and engaging without becoming overly complicated. This is the kind of Porsche that feels alive at normal speeds and genuinely rewarding when pushed. The Manual Gearbox Makes It Complete The manual transmission is a huge part of the appeal. A 997.1 Carrera S with a manual gearbox gives you the kind of driver involvement that newer cars continue to move away from. Every shift matters. Every downshift adds to the experience. Every drive feels more connected because you are part of the process. This car was also ordered with the Sport Shifter which makes the experience even better. The shorter more precise shift action gives the car a sharper more mechanical feel from behind the wheel. A Carrera S with Sport Exhaust Sport Chrono Sport Shifter and a manual gearbox is exactly how these cars should be experienced. Sport Exhaust and Sport Chrono This example has two of the most important factory performance options: Sport Exhaust System and Sport Chrono Package Plus . The Sport Exhaust gives the naturally aspirated flat-six the voice it deserves. It adds character presence and emotion without changing what makes the car feel factory-correct. Sport Chrono adds another layer to the driving experience sharpening the cars personality and reinforcing that this was ordered as a drivers 911. Together these options make the car feel more special every time you start it. The Telephone Handset Is Extremely Cool One of the most interesting details on this build is the factory telephone module with handset . Today that option is more than just a feature. It is a period-correct piece of early-2000s Porsche technology that makes the car feel even more special. Most modern cars all have the same touchscreen the same Bluetooth and the same anonymous cabin experience. This car has something different: a factory phone handset integrated into the Porsche Communication Management system. It is quirky rare and genuinely cool. It gives the interior a time-capsule quality and reminds you that this car came from an era when Porsche was blending analog driving feel with early modern luxury tech. For collectors and enthusiasts details like this are part of the charm. Seal Grey Metallic Over Black Sport Seats Seal Grey Metallic is one of the best colors of the 997 era. It is deeper and more interesting than standard silver but still understated enough to suit the timeless shape of the 911. In different lighting it can look graphite metallic grey or almost blue-grey giving the body real depth. On a 997 Carrera S Coupe it works perfectly. The Black Sport Seats keep the cabin purposeful and driver-focused. The Porsche crest headrests black Porsche-lettered floor mats and Leather Sport Seats give the interior just the right amount of special detail without overdoing it. This is a clean mature enthusiast specification. One Owner and Low Mileage This cars history is a major part of the story. The CARFAX shows: 30 299 miles CARFAX 1-owner vehicle No accidents or damage reported 21 service history records Personal vehicle history Long-term New York ownership No total loss reported No structural damage reported No airbag deployment reported No odometer rollback indicated A one-owner 997.1 Carrera S with this mileage is not something you see every day. The CARFAX also shows consistent service history across the cars life including oil services brake fluid services emissions and safety inspections tire service and long-term maintenance activity. The car was clearly not passed from owner to owner. It lived a stable life with one long-term owner which adds meaningful confidence and appeal. Who This Car Is For This Carrera S is for the Porsche buyer who knows exactly what matters. It is for someone who wants: A 997.1 Carrera S Coupe A manual gearbox Low mileage One-owner history Sport Exhaust Sport Chrono Sport Shifter A clean and timeless color combination A 911 that feels mechanical analog and special It is not for someone looking for just any 911. It is for the person who understands why a properly optioned manual 997.1 Carrera S Coupe is one of the smartest enthusiast buys in the Porsche world. Why This Car Makes Sense Modern 911s are faster more refined and more digital. But the 997.1 has something that many newer cars cannot fully replicate. It has feel. The size is right. The steering is honest. The engine is naturally aspirated. The manual gearbox keeps you involved. The design has aged beautifully. This car gives you the classic Porsche experience with enough modern comfort to use and enjoy. That is why the 997 generation continues to become more desirable. Features That Make This Carrera S Special 997.1 Carrera S Coupe Manual Gearbox 30 299 Miles CARFAX 1-Owner Vehicle No Accidents or Damage Reported to CARFAX Seal Grey Metallic Exterior Black Sport Seats Sport Chrono Package Plus Sport Exhaust System Sport Shifter Leather Sport Seats Heated Front Seats Porsche Crest in Headrests Factory Telephone Module with Handset Black Mats with Porsche Lettering Wheel Caps with Colored Porsche Crest Factory Options BASE Porsche Base Model 342 Heated Front Seats 446 Wheel Caps with Colored Crest 640 Sport Chrono Package Plus 666 Module for Telephone PCM 668 Handset for Telephone Module AP Black Sport Seats M6A Black Mats with Porsche Lettering P77 Leather Sport Seats XCZ Sport Shifter XLF Sport Exhaust System XSC Porsche Crest in Headrest Y1 Seal Grey Metallic Final Thought This 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe is special because it has the right fundamentals and the right story. Manual gearbox. Sport Exhaust. Sport Chrono. Sport Shifter. Seal Grey Metallic. Black Sport Seats. Only 30 299 miles. CARFAX 1-owner history. And that wonderfully period-correct factory telephone handset. It is a proper enthusiast 997.1 Carrera S and it checks the boxes that matter. _____________ 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