2003 Porsche 911

2003 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet: Seal Grey, Black Full Leather, Sport Classic Wheels, and Classic 996 Open-Air CharacterThis 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet is a beautifully specified 996 finished in Seal Grey Metallic over Black Full Leather with a Black soft top. With an original MSRP of $91,455, it was ordered with a strong mix of luxury and enthusiast options, including 18-inch Sport Classic wheels, Supple Leather, BOSE High End Sound, Xenon headlights, heated front seats, Power Seat Package, Porsche Windstop, Porsche crest headrests, and a distinctive carbon/aluminum brake and shifter treatment.With only 54,779 miles, long-term California history, and no accidents or damage reported to CARFAX, this is a very appealing example of the 996 Carrera Cabriolet.Why the 996 Carrera Cabriolet WorksThe 996 has become increasingly appreciated for the qualities that made it such an important 911 in the first place: compact dimensions, excellent visibility, direct steering, naturally aspirated flat-six character, and a driving experience that feels far less filtered than newer generations.The Cabriolet adds another dimension. With the roof down, you get more of the engine, more of the road, and more of the mechanical character that makes an older 911 enjoyable at normal speeds.It is a great weekend car, coastal cruiser, backroad car, or simply a classic Porsche you can use without treating every mile as precious.Seal Grey Over Black Full LeatherSeal Grey Metallic is one of the signature Porsche colors from this era and suits the 996 body exceptionally well. It gives the car a clean, understated appearance while still highlighting the shape and curves of the Carrera Cabriolet.Inside, the Black Full Leather cabin keeps the specification timeless. This car was also ordered with Supple Leather front and rear, giving the interior a richer and more premium feel than a standard Carrera cabin.The Porsche crest headrests, Porsche-lettered floor mats, and carbon/aluminum brake and shifter treatment add the right amount of visual detail without making the interior feel overly customized.Sport Classic WheelsThe 18-inch Sport Classic wheels are one of the standout options.They are an excellent match for the 996 and give the car a much more distinctive appearance than the standard wheel choices of the era. Combined with Seal Grey Metallic, the Sport Classics give the car a clean, period-correct enthusiast look that has aged extremely well.Colored Porsche crest center caps complete the setup.Comfort and EquipmentThis Carrera Cabriolet was well equipped for regular use.Factory options include heated front seats, Power Seat Package, BOSE High End Sound, Xenon Headlamp Package, and the Porsche Windstop. The Windstop is especially useful on a Cabriolet, helping reduce cabin turbulence with the roof down and making longer open-air drives much more comfortable.The Black soft top keeps the exterior combination simple and cohesive, while the Full Leather cabin gives the car the premium feel expected from a nearly $92,000 Porsche when new.CARFAX and Service HistoryThe CARFAX report shows: 54,779 miles No accidents or damage reported 19 service history records 4 previous owners Personal lease and personal ownership history Long-term California ownership No total loss reported No structural damage reported No airbag deployment reported No odometer rollback indicated No open recalls reportedThe ownership history is a strong part of the car's story, with lengthy ownership periods rather than constant turnover.The service history includes Porsche dealer maintenance, oil and filter services, brake fluid service, cooling system checks, front brake pads, batteries, alignment work, and other routine maintenance. A 2009 Porsche South Bay service entry also records the clutch being checked and the rear crankshaft oil seal being replaced.Why This Carrera Cabriolet Stands OutThe appeal comes from the complete specification: Seal Grey Metallic Black Ful