2003 PORSCHE 911 (996) 3.6 CARRERA 4 TIPTRONIC S CABRIOLET is available now at classified from Car and Classic Classifieds

Porsche's 996 911 was somewhat revolutionary at the time of its release in 2000 and initially caused some uproar with Porsche purists. 

This was due to the 996 being the first 911 to make use of a water-cooled engine. Although this was a completely new engine developed for the newer 911 and Boxer models, it took many purists time to fully understand the benefits. Since the 996, Porsche haven't looked back and continued to utilise the more reliable and modern water-cooled engine format. 

Furthermore, the 996 received new styling and moved on from the historic circular headlights, taking inspiration from the GT1 race car. At the time this was another big move for Porsche but clearly proved a wise one when seeing 996's still stand out on the road today. 

The popular cabriolet variant of the 996 offered owners the best of both worlds, top up when the 'British' winter arrives and top down for better weather, allowing the cabriolet to really show its character. Not much can beat the exhilarating experience of a sunny day with the top down, allowing you to fully enjoy the soundtrack, pure motoring joy!