Porsche 996 Carrera 4s Cabrio
£19,995
- Make
- Porsche
- Model
- 996 Carrera 4s Cabrio
- Body
- Convertible
- Colour
- Black
Overview
This Porsche 996 Carrera 4S Cabriolet combines open-air driving with all-weather capability through its standard all-wheel-drive system. The 996 generation represents a pivotal moment in Porsche's evolution, featuring a water-cooled engine and modern chassis technology. As a used example, it offers access to genuine Porsche performance and heritage. The Cabriolet body style provides classic convertible appeal with the reassurance of Porsche engineering and a robust all-wheel-drive platform for varied driving conditions.
About the Porsche 996 Carrera 4s Cabrio
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The Porsche 996 Carrera 4S Cabriolet represents the softer-top variant of Porsche's water-cooled 996 generation (1998-2005). It combines the all-wheel-drive traction benefits of the Carrera 4 platform with the 4S's enhanced performance tuning and the practicality of a convertible roof. The model appeals to buyers seeking daily-usable Porsche sports cars with weather versatility and the security of AWD, without the extreme commitment of the GT2 or racing variants. Styled with the 996's controversial but increasingly appreciated design language, the Cabriolet offers relatively spacious interior accommodation compared to contemporary rivals. The 4S designation denotes a mid-tier position: more focused than base Carrera models but more accessible than turbocharged alternatives.
Pros
- +All-wheel drive improves traction and daily usability significantly
- +3.6L engine responsive and willing across full rev range
- +Convertible practicality with respectable refinement when roof up
- +Strong braking and chassis balance for extended drives
- +Reasonable parts availability and specialist support network
Watch out for
- −Convertible roof adds weight, reducing performance versus coupe
- −Tiptronic automatic available option feels dated now
- −Cabin wind noise notable at motorway speeds
- −Running costs substantial; fuel consumption unremarkable for power
Common issues
- !Intermediate shaft bearing wear requires expensive engine rebuilds
- !Convertible top hydraulic seals deteriorate with age and sun
