Years built
2000-2005
— published specifications, 2026-10-13Brands › Porsche 911 Turbo & GT › 911 Turbo
Porsche 996 Turbo
Predecessor: 993 Turbo · Successor: 997 Turbo
What changed: Water-cooled Mezger — published specifications, 2026-10-13
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Specifications
Engine
3.4 L–3.6 L M96 naturally aspirated/twin-turbocharged flat-6; Rear-engine, rear-wheel drive/Rear-engine, all-wheel drive; turbocharged
— published specifications, 2026-10-13Horsepower
415 hp
— Car and Driver, 2026-10-13Torque
413 lb-ft
— Car and Driver, 2026-10-130–60 mph
4.2 s
— Car and Driver, 2026-10-13Top speed
189 mph (factory claim)
— Car and Driver, 2026-10-13Transmission
6-speed manual or 5-speed Tiptronic S automatic
— Car and Driver, 2026-10-13Original US MSRP
$111,000
— MotorWeek, 2026-10-13Note: Infobox weight removed: page covers multiple variants
Weight hidden: source figures may describe a different variant.
What to look for
Known issues
- Bonded coolant pipes (Mezger engine). Coolant pipes glued into the engine's cast fittings can loosen and leak or let go; the fix is pinning or welding, which needs the engine out. Sources: Classic Motorsports, Regal Autosport
- IMS bearing does NOT apply. The general 996 mechanical-issues write-up (IMS bearing, RMS, bore scoring) refers to the M96 Carrera engines; the Turbo uses the Mezger-based engine, which specialists say doesn't share the IMS problem. Don't apply Carrera IMS warnings to the Turbo. Sources: Classic Motorsports, Published specifications
- Front radiators and A/C condenser. The low-hanging radiators and A/C condenser are easily damaged. Sources: Classic Motorsports
- Rear spoiler mechanism. The automatic rear spoiler mechanism can fail and is expensive to replace. Sources: Classic Motorsports
- Front differential. Front differentials can fail. Sources: Classic Motorsports
- Over-rev history. A good shop can read stored over-rev events from the ECU. Sources: Classic Motorsports
Inspection checklist
- Ask whether coolant pipes were pinned/welded; look for coolant traces on top of engine
- Inspect radiators and condensers; A/C must blow cold
- Watch the temperature gauge on test drive
- Boost gauge: quick, strong build
- Cycle the rear spoiler from the dash button
- Listen for front suspension knocks (ball joints, bushes)
- ECU scan for over-revs and stored faults
- Oil pressure about 1.5-2 bar at idle (Classic Motorsports)
- Damp-carpet check including front trunk; cabriolet roof well
Compiled from buyer’s guides and specialist sources; confirm with a pre-purchase inspection.
Special versions
Sold prices
Median sale
$62,150
Price range
$27,000 – $280,000
Sales count
259
Above chart scale (tap or hover for price)Sold (USD)12-month rolling average
Model year 2001 cars only. The chart shows when each one sold.
Median sale
$61,825
Price range
$27,000 – $182,996
Sales count
98
Above chart scale (tap or hover for price)Sold (USD)12-month rolling average
Model year 2002 cars only. The chart shows when each one sold.
Median sale
$60,125
Price range
$33,250 – $280,000
Sales count
68
Above chart scale (tap or hover for price)Sold (USD)12-month rolling average
Model year 2003 cars only. The chart shows when each one sold.
Median sale
$67,300
Price range
$31,500 – $183,000
Sales count
71
Above chart scale (tap or hover for price)Sold (USD)12-month rolling average
Model year 2004 cars only. The chart shows when each one sold.
Median sale
$58,300
Price range
$43,000 – $132,000
Sales count
19
Above chart scale (tap or hover for price)Sold (USD)12-month rolling average
Model year 2005 cars only. The chart shows when each one sold.
Thin data: only 3 US-dollar sales in this model year. Not enough to show a reliable median or range.
Sales data covers model years 2001–2005.
Source: licensed sold-auction data, US-dollar sales only. Salvage and rebuilt titles excluded where the listing discloses them.
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