2003 Porsche 911 Targa
£15,000 engine overhaul 1,500 miles ago

Registration No: T90 RGA
Chassis No: WP0ZZZ99Z3S631005
MOT: September 2026

• Desirable manual gearbox example with option 09991, denoting special equipment from the Exclusive Programme
• Engine fully overhauled under 1,500 miles ago at the cost of some £15,000 by PMR Porsche specialists
• Desirably finished in the very attractive Cobalt Blue
• 102,000 miles from new, documented service history and apt "Targa" registration number

Asked to nominate his favourite Porsche 911 during its 50th Anniversary celebrations in 2013, racing driver and journalist Tiff Needell chose the 996 commenting: "This was the model that brought the 911 into the modern world. We finally got rid of the VW pedals and had a chassis that handled in a much more progressive and controllable manner. Not a convert before, completely converted after!" Traditionalists may have decried the 996's water-cooling and Boxster componentry, however, the use of a brand-new platform (the first since 1963) meant that it was notably lighter, stiffer, and more aerodynamic than its 993 predecessor. The 3.4-litre engine developed 296bhp and 258lb. ft. (outputs comparable to those of the 993 Carrera RS's 3.8-litre unit). Allied to either a six-speed manual or five-speed Tiptronic transmission, the free-revving flat-six enabled a sprint to 60mph in five seconds and 174mph top speed.

Originally registered in the Reading area, this beautiful manual-gearbox 911 Targa was a desirable vehicle from day one, being produced under option code 09991 for Porsche’s Exclusive Programme. Hence, features include the “special colour” of Cobalt Blue, 18in. Carrera wheels, and a comfortably appointed interior with embossed Porsche emblems in the headrests and a partially leather-trimmed dash. It has had seven keepers in total, including a long-term owner from 2004 to 2015, when the Porsche was still in regular use, covering up to 10,000 miles a year. Since 2015, it has been used much more sparingly, so that its mileage now stands at a modest 102,000. It has covered only around 2,000 miles in the present ownership since 2022.

It has always been maintained throughout its life, with a record of thirteen stamped services spanning 2005 to 2023. The first two were performed at the main dealer Porsche Centre Leeds, and nine of the subsequent services were by Porsche specialists, the most recent being by PMR Motor Services at 100,168 miles. The upkeep has not just been limited to servicing, with a full engine overhaul being performed by PMR roughly 1,500 miles ago, the total cost being around £15,000. A lovely example in all respects, the inclusion of the desirable “Targa” number plate is the crowning touch. The vendor does note that the Targa roof is very slow opening and closing, and sometimes need help closing.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452