Porsche 996 For Sale
The Porsche 996 (1997–2004) introduced water-cooling to the 911 for the first time and remains one of the most divisive — and most affordable — performance cars in the 911 family. Dismissed on its release for its "fried egg" headlights and shared components with the Boxster, the 996 is now recognised as an exceptional driver's car at a price point that offers extraordinary value.
The regular 996 Carrera uses the M96 engine, which carries the well-known IMS bearing vulnerability. However, the IMS solution (LN Engineering retrofit) addresses this reliably, and a correctly maintained or pre-treated 996 Carrera is a sound purchase. The rear main seal (RMS) is a separate common wear item — budget for replacement if not recently done. Critically, the GT3, GT3 RS, and Turbo variants use completely different engines and are entirely free of the IMS issue.
At Rennzone you will find the full 996 range — standard Carrera, Turbo, GT3, and GT3 RS — with listings from private sellers and dealers across multiple continents.
Available Porsche 996 For Sale
Porsche 996 Carrera 4S
Porsche 996.1 GT3 Clubsport
Porsche 996 GT3
996.2 C4 2001 for sale
Porsche 996 Turbo
Porsche 996 Carrera 4S Manual
996 Carrera 4S Cabriolet
Porsche 996 Carrera 4S
1999 Porsche 911 C4 S-tronic
996 Carrera 4S Manual
Porsche 996 GT3 RS
Frequently Asked Questions
- Should I worry about the IMS bearing in a Porsche 996?
- The IMS (intermediate shaft bearing) is a known weakness in the M96 engine used in 996 Carrera models. The failure rate is approximately 1–8% over the car's lifetime. The LN Engineering IMS retrofit addresses the issue permanently. Buy a 996 with either a confirmed IMS replacement or price it accordingly.
- Which 996 models do NOT have the IMS bearing issue?
- The 996 GT3, GT3 RS, and Turbo / Turbo S all use different engines (M96.76 and M96.70 respectively) and are completely free of the IMS bearing problem. These are the safest 996 variants from an engine reliability perspective.
- Is the Porsche 996 a good track car?
- Yes. The 996 GT3 in particular is one of the most capable and cost-effective track tools available. Even the standard Carrera makes an excellent track day car with its well-balanced chassis and strong brakes.
