This 997-generation Porsche 911 Carrera is a well-preserved example of the rewarding sports coupe. Under the rear lid sits a naturally aspirated 3.6-litre flat-six, producing around 239kW and driving the rear wheels via an engaging six-speed manual transmission. This Australian-market example is believed to have had three owners from new, and is now offered for sale via the trade. This refined 911 was specified in the elegant shade of Basalt Black Metallic over a black leather-trimmed interior, punctuated by silver trim. It rides on a set of 19-inch ‘Sport Design’ alloy wheels, shod in Pirelli P Zero tyres. The factory specification includes rear parking sensors, a rear windscreen wiper, a multifunctional steering wheel, cruise control, a PCM media system with satellite navigation, automatic air conditioning, Porsche Stability Management, an electrically operated rear spoiler, a BOSE sound system, electrically adjustable door mirrors, and electrically adjustable front seats with three-position driver memory. The car comes with the warning triangle, the stamped service booklet, the owner’s manuals, and a Porsche service dealer directory. The Basalt Black Metallic paintwork is reported to be in good overall condition given the car’s age, though the seller notes evidence of previous resprayed paintwork in areas, and minor stone chips around the car. There are also light scratches around the passenger door handle. Inside, there is mild creasing on the driver’s seat, wear on the steering wheel-mounted Porsche badge, and a few minor blemishes and scuffs around the trim, though the cabin presents well overall. The seller is not aware of any mechanical or electrical faults, and they state that there are no warning lights on the dashboard. This 911’s most recent minor service was in August 2022 at 91,424 Kms by Porsche Centre Sydney South. A major service was in August 2018 at 77,158 Kms. An engine oil change was in November 2016 at 70,336 Kms. This 997-era Porsche 911 Carrera is a well-presented example of the engaging yet eminently usable sports coupe, offered in highly original condition. Presented in the elegant combination of Basalt Black Metallic over black leather, with a sonorous flat-six coupled to the sought-after six-speed manual gearbox, it would make a neat addition to any marque enthusiast’s garage, and an exciting weekend toy, longer-distance touring companion, and potent daily driver. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.