OVERVIEW

After nearly 60 years of performance achievement and engineering excellence, the Porsche 911 continues to reign as the most iconic and widely recognized premium sports cars ever produced. Over the years, Porsche has continually improved on each iteration, incorporating decades of racing expertise into each of their uniquely developed cars suiting a wide range of owner preferences and driving styles. 

In 2012, the seventh generation 911 marked a milestone in the 911 lineage. The 991 was offered in several performance variations, but among the most desirable was the 3.0 liter GTS. The twin turbocharged engine put out an impressive 424 hp coupled to the split-second shifting capabilities of the PDK transmission. 0-60 times were an eye-watering 4.0 seconds, while a top speed of 187 mph made Autobahn history with the air conditioning on and a comfortably stable ride. Contemporary motor press conceded that the Porsche GTS could very well be the best performance sports car for the money. Few if any could argue especially considering the ease and comfort experienced as a road car in daily driving conditions. Competitively priced when new, low-mileage pre-owned examples are becoming more sought after by enthusiasts seeking favorably priced instant gratification without the ordering delays and increased costs of a brand-new example.

This factory Graphite Blue over Black leather GTS was ordered new with both performance and comfort in mind. According to a copy of the factory Porsche Build Card, this GTS was ordered with the following options: 

• 031     Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control

• 250     Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)

• 342     Seat heating (Front)

• 433     20” Carrera S Wheels

• 457     Lane Change Assist (LCA)

• 470     Rear Axle Steering

• 474     Front Axle Lift System

• 497     Rear Model Designation Painted

• 541     Seat Ventilation (Front)

• 581     Luggage Net in Passenger Footwell

• 583     Smoking Package

• 748     Power Folding Exterior Mirrors

• 858     GT Sport Steering Wheel

• 9VL     Bose Surround Sound System

• A7       Graphite Blue Metallic

• CWJ   Porsche Logo and Model Designation Painted

• EKD    Leather Interior Package i.c.w. Standard Interior

• GG     Standard Interior in Black

• QH1    Voice Control

• XNS     Steering Column Casing in Leather

Delivered brand new to the first and only owner, this car has been meticulously maintained by Porsche Bellevue with 10k service at 3,503 miles, and interval service including oil and filter change and brake fluid flush/change at 5,434 miles. Always stored indoors and today showing 5,665 miles, every aspect of this phenomenal Porsche GTS is truly exemplary.

Today the car presents essentially as new with factory Graphite Blue Metallic paint in exceptional condition overall. The front of the car from the cowl forward including the side view mirrors have been thoughtfully protected with clear film. This film has allowed the front of the car to remain essentially like new with no paint chips evident from road use. Digital paint meter numbers indicate consistent readings for factory paint throughout the entire car. The factory original glass is in excellent condition including the windshield which shows no chips or wiper marks. The lighting and glossy finished lenses are all in excellent condition including the stealthy exterior color matched GTS script lettering and rear identification. The optional black finish 20” spoked alloy wheels are in superb condition with no curb rash or flaws, accented by bright red calipers and massive disc brakes. The original Pirelli PZero tires show minor evidence of use, consistent with the miles shown on the odometer.

The interior is consistent with the immaculate condition of the exterior featuring supple black leather and assorted silver alloy finish accents which deliver a handsome relief from typical monochromatic interiors seen in lesser optioned cars. The seating surfaces and bolsters show virtually no wear to the premium materials. A further indication of the care from the original owner, there are no scuff marks on the Carrera GTS door thresholds. The center console housing the 7-speed PDK gear selector, Bose Surround Sound entertainment center, and other precision controls displays race-inspired nomenclature with natural access and ergonomic ease of use at your fingertips. The dashboard and assorted instrumentation properly illuminate, displaying key operational features and systems status for critical mechanical aspects. The condition of the carpeting, door panels, and other interior surfaces is once again essentially new. Seated inside the car, and poised at the wheel, the driving position is comfortably laid out and so well balanced, it’s hard to believe that more than 400 horsepower is at your fingertips in such a comfortable car. The twin-turbo 3.0 Liter engine coupled to the PDK transmission is both exciting and yet completely manageable in everyday traffic.

The engine compartment has been thoughtfully maintained and properly serviced per recommendations. Porsche factory components are present and in impeccable cosmetic condition, once again, essentially as new. Inside the front storage area, ample room is available for cargo or small travel bags, though it appears to have been essentially unused by the current and only owner. The underside of the car, suspension and driveline casings are beautiful showing only minor evidence of use to the exhaust system, slightly heat-toned from typical driving.

On the road, the Twin-Turbocharged engine and PDK transmission are everything you would expect from Porsche, offering crisp split-second shifting both as a performance car or when modestly cruising in daily traffic. Road manners are simply exhilarating when driving at speed, as the well-managed suspension and steering manage a range of driver skills without obviously taking over control. This GTS delivers a confident ride accompanied by ample entertainment for long drives via the premium Bose sound system and heated/ventilated front seats. A complete set of owner’s manuals accompany the car along with selected records of service during ownership.

Offering superb engineering, iconic design, and the undeniable heritage of Porsche’s legendary 911, this beautiful Carrera GTS delivers unique aesthetics and race-derived performance for enthusiasts seeking the very best from a low-mile pre-owned premium sports car. Offering undisputed performance excellence and uncompromising quality, this Porsche Carrera GTS is ready to reward the second owner with precision engineering and unbeatable Porsche 911 performance just as it has for more than half a century.

Please contact Jason Harris at +1-206-355-7727 for more information on this 2018 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS.

*Please note the missing front tow hook cover in the photos below has been located and placed on the car.

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