The Porsche 997 generation of 911 was inspired by a desire to return to the roots of what made the 911 iconic while incorporating modern technology and design elements. The design team aimed to capture the essence of the classic 911 shape while updating it with contemporary styling cues. This approach resulted in a car that paid homage to the past while embracing the future, with a focus on aerodynamics, lightweight construction, and advanced engineering. The 997 generation was celebrated for its blend of traditional design elements, such as the long hood and short rear overhang, with modern features like LED headlights and a sleeker body profile. This fusion of old and new made the 997 one of the most visually appealing and technologically advanced iterations of the 911.

The facelift version of the 997, the 997.2, was introduced in 2009 and featured further refinements and technological advancements. One of the most groundbreaking aspects of the 997.2 was the introduction of the Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) transmission. The PDK was a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox that offered seamless gear changes and improved efficiency compared to the manual transmission or previous automatic (Tip-Tronic) boxes. It represented a significant leap forward in “automatic” gearbox technology. With one clutch for the even gears and another for the odd, it provided drivers with the convenience of an automatic transmission while still allowing for visceral manual shifting when desired.

Photographed here, our 2009 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe is finished in the quintessential 911 color-way of Arctic Silver over a Black leather interior. Equipped with desirable options such as Sport Chrono Package Plus, 19" Sport Wheels, a Bose audio system and more, this particular 911 was delivered new in Los Angeles, California and has gone only 37k miles since. The 997.2 is one of the most practical and pure, modern 911s ever built. With its on-board tech comparable in many ways to that of a new 911, this generation is sure to go down in history as one of the greats.

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