If you’re ready to party like it’s 1999, we have the perfect car to get you to the venue. Featured on AutoHunter is this 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet. It is being sold by a private seller in Pelham, New Hampshire, with the auction ending on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 11:45 a.m. (PDT).
Prince’s famous “1999” song came out in 1982. That would be like someone in 2025 singing about “partying like it’s 2042.” Wild how time flies. Either way, can you believe the “996” version of the Porsche iconic 911 came out 26 years ago? The eye-catching Arena Red body of this cabriolet is color-matched to a removable hardtop. Exterior features include a rear spoiler, dual exhaust outlets, and 17-inch wheels wrapped in Michelin tires.
The CARFAX report classifies the car as an accident-free, damage-free example. It has had New England-region ownership its entire life, originally registered in Goffstown, New Hampshire and spending short lengths of time in Florida and Massachusetts over the years. The most recent record was for service performed in late September at European Motorsports in Lawrence, Massachusetts. All in all, it’s a well-maintained example, showing 24 total service records on the report. The window regulators were replaced this year.
The “996” series of the 911 was special for a lot of reasons but, most notably, it became known for being the first water-cooled model in the 911’s history. It also had some significant engineering differences when compared to its predecessor: it was 1.2 inches wider and 6.7 inches longer, yet 110 pounds lighter than the outgoing car. One thing that didn’t change was the overall driver-centric formula and engaging experience. Car and Driver said, “The 996 feels, sounds, and drives so much like the previous edition that some will falsely suspect it’s just another remake of the original 911.”
With performance in mind, Porsche emphasized that the 911 was built to be driven—and driven hard. One magazine advertisement said, “Flogging it is acceptable. Garaging it is torture.” The car’s 3.4-liter flat-six that was rated at 296 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, and it was capable of accelerating to 60 miles per hour in about six seconds when equipped with the Tiptronic S automatic transmission as seen here. A manual-equipped version could get to 60 about 0.6 seconds quicker, but some enthusiasts don’t want to be troubled with a third pedal, especially a car that was such a great grand tourer.
Cue the party playlist, because at only 54,220 miles, this sports car is just starting to get its groove on.
The auction for this 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet ends Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 11:45 a.m. (PDT).
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