1997 Porsche 911 Carrera

1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$63,750 - $150,000

Original MSRP:
$54,969 - $129,335

1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Review

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Warranty Information
Basic: 2 Years/Unlimited Miles
Recalls Issued
1997 Porsche 911 Carrera N/A

1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Models & Prices

1997 Porsche 911 Carrera BASE
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Carrera Cpe 6-Spd Manual $63,750 $54,969 $896 / Month*
2dr Carrera S Cpe 6-Spd Manual $63,750 $54,969 $896 / Month*
2dr Carrera Cpe w/Tiptronic $67,015 $57,654 $939 / Month*
2dr Carrera S Cpe w/Tiptronic $67,015 $57,654 $939 / Month*
2dr Carrera Targa 6-Spd Manual $70,750 $61,001 $994 / Month*
2dr Carrera Cabriolet 6-Spd Manual $73,000 $62,859 1,024
2dr Carrera Targa w/Tiptronic $74,015 $63,686 1,038
2dr Carrera Cabriolet w/Tiptronic $76,265 $65,544 1,068
2dr Carrera Turbo Cpe $105,000 $90,535 1,475
2dr Carrera Turbo-S Cpe $150,000 $129,335 2,107

1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Features and Standard Equipment

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATING Features
BASE
City 13/hwy 19 (3.6L twin-turbo engine/6-speed manual trans)
City 17/hwy 24 (3.6L engine/4-speed tiptronic trans)
City 17/hwy 25 (3.6L engine/6-speed manual trans)
EXTERIOR Features
BASE
"Carrera S" inscription on rear hood
Body-color door handles
Dual windshield wiper system w/heated nozzles
Electric sliding sunroof w/wind deflector
Electrically adjustable & heated outside rearview mirrors
Fixed rear spoiler
Fog lights
Front/rear spoilers
Full pwr top w/automatic latching/unlatching
Litronic headlights w/high-pressure washers
Polyellipsoid headlights w/variable focus & washer system
Rear window wiper
Retractable glass Targa roof
Roof spoiler w/integrated third brake light
Speed-dependent extendable rear spoiler
Speed-dependent extendable rear spoiler w/split grille
Tinted glass w/graduated tint windshield
INTERIOR Features
BASE
"Carrera S" inscription on tachometer
2 + 2 Seating
2-stage rear window defroster
6-function computerized driver-information center
6-function computerized driver-information center w/boost-pressure gauge
AM/FM digital display stereo cassette radio w/10-speakers, amplifier, anti-theft coding, removable control face
AM/FM digital display stereo cassette radio w/6-speakers, amplifier, anti-theft coding, removable control face
Analog quartz clock
Auto dimming rearview mirror
Automatic climate control w/particle filters
Automatic climate control w/particle filters, leather-covered adjustment knobs
Backlit analog instrumentation w/tachometer,oil pressure/oil temp/oil level/ fuel level gauges & corresponding warning lights
Carbon instrumentation cluster w/aluminum painted dials-inc: tachometer, oil pressure/oil temp/oil level/fuel level gauges & corresponding warning lights
Carbon/aluminum shift knob/brake handle
Cassette/coin holder
Cruise control
Door panels-inc: leather window switches/mirror switches/speaker trim rings/ speaker covers, carbon door handles/door panel inserts
Dual leather covered sunvisors w/passenger visor vanity mirror
Dual sunvisor mirrors
Folding ignition key w/integrated remote control device
Front trunk carpeting w/silver "Turbo S" embroidery
Full leather pwr reclining bucket seats
Full leather pwr reclining heated bucket seats w/leather-covered knobs, hinges, seat belt latches
Individually folding rear seat backs
Integrated central locking/alarm/immobilizer system w/remote entry
Interior light w/delayed shutoff
Leather covered center console/gear box tunnel
Leather covered steering wheel
Leather covered steering wheel/column
Leather-covered air vents/vent covers/knee bar
Leather-covered knobs/switches-inc: turn signal, wipers, clock, pwr windows, remote fuel tank opening
Leather-covered roofliner/A & B pillars
Luggage compartment covered w/black velour
Partial leather reclining bucket seats w/elect height adjustment
Pwr windows
Stainless steel door entrance panels
Steel Grey door entrance panels
Steel Grey instrumentation trim rings
Steel Grey shift knob/brake handle
Trip odometer
Windshield antenna w/signal amplifier
MECHANICAL Features
BASE
115 amp alternator
16" x 7.0 wheels (front)
16" x 9.0 wheels (rear)
17" x 7.0 wheels (front)
17" x 9.0 wheels (rear)
18" x 10.0 wheels (rear)
18" x 8.0 wheels (front)
19.4 gallon fuel tank
205/50ZR17 SBR front tires
205/55ZR16 SBR front tires
225/40ZR18 SBR front tires
245/45ZR16 SBR rear tires
255/40ZR17 SBR rear tires
285/30ZR18 SBR rear tires
3.6L SOHC EFI (400 hp) aluminum alloy air-cooled twin-turbo 6 cyl engine
3.6L SOHC EFI (424 hp) aluminum alloy air-cooled twin-turbo 6 cyl engine
3.6L SOHC EFI aluminum alloy air-cooled 6 cyl engine
4-speed tiptronic dual-function transmission
5-spoke cup design pressure-cast alloy wheels w/locks
6-speed close ratio manual transmission
75 amp/hr battery
Aerodynamic drag-reducing under-carriage cover
All wheel drive
Anti-lock brake system
Anti-noise engine capsule
Auxiliary engine oil cooler
Carbon-covered aluminum suspension cross-brace
Dual 3-way catalytic converters
Force-sensitive pwr-assisted rack & pinion steering
Front/rear stabilizer bars
Fully integrated electronic ignition
Hydraulically activated single-disc dry clutch
Independent MacPherson struts front suspension w/aluminum alloy lower control arms, negative steering roll radius
Independent multi-link rear suspension w/LSA, self-stabilizing toe characteristics
Limited slip differential w/ABD
Pwr-assisted 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes w/4-piston light alloy calipers
Pwr-assisted 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes w/4-piston yellow-painted light alloy calipers
Rear wheel drive
Single plug ignition system w/dual knock sensor system
Targa design 2-segment pressure-cast light alloy wheels w/locks
Technology hollow-spoke pressure-cast alloy wheels w/locks
Technology hollow-spoke pressure-cast alloy wheels w/locks, "Turbo S" center cap
Twin plug ignition system w/dual knock sensor system
Welded, unitized construction, double-sided, zinc-galvanized steel body
Wheel caps w/colored Porsche crest
SAFETY Features
BASE
Anti-lock braking system
Brake pad wear indicator
Driver & front passenger airbags
Front/rear 3-point color-keyed inertia reel seatbelts
Front/rear 3-point inertia reel seatbelts

1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Options and Addition Equipment

*** ADDITIONAL PACKAGES *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
ALUMINUM/CHROME PKG -inc: aluminum instrument dials, metal door sill w/insignia, oval stainless steel exhaust pipes *NET*
CONSOLE LEATHER OPTIONS -inc: leather gear box tunnel, leather tray behind parking brake, leather parking brake handle, leather front/ rear seatbelt locks/housing *NET*
DASH PKG -inc: leather side dash fresh air vents, leather center dash fresh air vents, leather covered ventilating cover, leather side of dash air vent cover *NET*
DOOR PKG -inc: leather pwr window switches, leather inside door openers, leather loud speaker trim rings, leather LED rosettes on doors, leather sills for door entrance panels leather frame & knob for outside mirror adjuster *NET*
INSTRUMENT PANEL PKG -inc: leather-covered air vents & covers/kneebar/key molding/ ventilating cover *NET*
INSTRUMENT SWITCH PKG -inc: leather turn signal/wiper/window/clock switches, leather fuel tank flap/instrument panel knobs, leather glove box lock frame *NET*
SAMPLE LEATHER DOOR PANEL PKG -inc: leather pwr window switches, leather speaker trim rings/covers, rosettes for LEDs/alarm system, caps for window sills/frame, outside mirror knob/rocker switch *NET*
*** AERO KIT *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
AERO KIT 1B -inc: front/rear spoilers, integrated third brake light *NET*
AERO KIT 2B -inc: front/rear spoilers, rocker panels, integrated third brake light *NET*
AERO KIT I -inc: front/rear special spoilers *NET*
AERO KIT II -inc: front/rear special spoilers, rocker panels *NET*
*** BRAKE CALIPERS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
BLACK PAINTED BRAKE CALIPERS
RED PAINTED BRAKE CALIPERS
SILVER PAINTED BRAKE CALIPERS
YELLOW PAINTED BRAKE CALIPERS
*** BRAKE HANDLE/SHIFT KNOB GROUPS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
ALUMINUM BRAKE HANDLE/SHIFT KNOB (N/A w/ Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
ALUMINUM TIPTRONIC SHIFT LEVER & BRAKE (N/A w/Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
CARBON TIPTRONIC SHIFT LEVER & BRAKE
CARBON/ALUMINUM BRAKE HANDLE/SHIFT KNOB (N/A w/Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
CARBON/ALUMINUM TIPTRONIC SHIFT LEVER/BRAKE HANDLE (N/A w/Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
DARK ROOTWOOD BRAKE HANDLE/SHIFT KNOB
DARK ROOTWOOD TIPTRONIC SHIFT LEVER & BRAKE
DARK ROOTWOOD/ALUMINUM BRAKE HANDLE/SHIFT KNOB (N/A w/Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
DARK ROOTWOOD/ALUMINUM TIPTRONIC SHIFT LEVER/ BRAKE HANDLE (N/A w/Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
LEATHER BRAKE HANDLE/SHIFT KNOB IN COLOR TO SAMPLE (N/A w/Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
LEATHER TIPTRONIC SHIFT LEVER & BRAKE
LIGHT ROOTWOOD BRAKE HANDLE/SHIFT KNOB
LIGHT ROOTWOOD TIPTRONIC SHIFT LEVER & BRAKE
LIGHT ROOTWOOD/ALUMINUM BRAKE HANDLE/SHIFT KNOB (N/A w/Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
LIGHT ROOTWOOD/ALUMINUM TIPTRONIC SHIFT LEVER/BRAKE HANDLE (N/A w/Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
SINGLE-SEAM STITCHED LEATHER SHIFT LEVER KNOB & BRAKE
*** CARPET WELTING *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
LEATHER CARPET WELTING IN MATCHING INTERIOR OR COLOR TO SAMPLE (REQ: 98 Deviating Colors or 99 Leather Color to Sample)
LEATHER CARPET WELTING IN STANDARD COLOR OR MATCHING INTERIOR LEATHER
LEATHERETTE CARPET WELTING IN PRIOR MODEL YEAR'S COLOR
*** CARPETING *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
CARPET COLOR FROM PREVIOUS MODEL YEARS
CARPET IN STANDARD PORSCHE COLOR, DEVIATING FROM INTERIOR COLOR
*** CELLULAR TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
AC RAPID CHARGER
BATTERY ELIMINATOR
BLACK PORTABLE CELLULAR PHONE INSTALLED W/EXCLUSIVE CONSOLE
CASHMERE BEIGE PORTABLE CELLULAR PHONE INSTALLED W/EXCLUSIVE CONSOLE
CHESTNUT BROWN PORTABLE CELLULAR PHONE INSTALLED W/EXCLUSIVE CONSOLE
CLASSIC GREY PORTABLE CELLULAR PHONE INSTALLED W/EXCLUSIVE CONSOLE
MIDNIGHT BLUE PORTABLE CELLULAR PHONE INSTALLED W/EXCLUSIVE CONSOLE
PORTABLE CELLULAR PHONE INSTALLED W/EXCLUSIVE CONSOLE IN COLOR TO SAMPLE OR SPECIAL LEATHER INTERIORS
ULTRA LIGHT (SMALL) BATTERY
VOICE DIALER KIT
*** CHASSIS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
SPECIAL TARGA CHASSIS -inc: 17" Targa wheels
SPORT CHASSIS
SPORT CHASSIS -inc: 5-spoke 17" wheels
SPORT CHASSIS -inc: technology design 18" wheels
*** CONSOLE FRAME *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
MIDDLE CONSOLE FRAME & GEAR BOX TUNNEL IN CARBON
MIDDLE CONSOLE FRAME & GEAR BOX TUNNEL IN LEATHER COLOR TO SAMPLE
*** CONSOLE TRAY *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
5-OPEN CD HOLDERS ON CONSOLE
BLACK PLASTIC OPEN TRAY IN CONSOLE W/O CASSETTE STORAGE
LEATHER TRAY BEHIND PARKING BRAKE
*** DASHBOARD *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
LEATHER DASHBOARD IN DEVIATING STANDARD COLOR (N/A w/Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
LEATHERETTE BELTLINE IN DEVIATING STANDARD COLOR -inc: dashboard, window sills, backwall top section, kneebar
LEATHERETTE BELTLINE IN DEVIATING STANDARD COLOR -inc: dashboard, window sills, kneebar
*** DOOR PANELS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
LEATHER DOOR PANELS/ARM RESTS IN DEVIATING STANDARD COLOR -inc: leather storage compartment lids/handles (REQ: Leather Interior)
LEATHER DOOR PANELS/ARM RESTS IN DEVIATING STANDARD COLOR -inc: leather storage compartment lids/handles (REQ: Leatherette Interior)
LEATHERETTE DOOR PANELS IN DEVIATING STANDARD COLOR -inc: leatherette storage compartment lids/handles (REQ: Leatherette Interior)
*** FLOOR MATS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
BLACK PORSCHE FLOOR MATS
CASHMERE BEIGE PORSCHE FLOOR MATS
CHESTNUT BROWN PORSCHE FLOOR MATS
CLASSIC GREY PORSCHE FLOOR MATS
EMBROIDERED "PORSCHE" FRONT FLOOR MATS
MIDNIGHT BLUE PORSCHE FLOOR MATS
*** INSIDE DOOR OPENERS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
CARBON COVERED "PORSCHE" EMBROIDERED INSIDE DOOR OPENERS
LEATHER INSIDE DOOR OPENERS
*** INSTRUMENTATION *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
ALUMINUM PAINTED INSTRUMENT DIALS W/BRUSHED CHROME INNER RINGS
PAINTED INSTRUMENT DIALS W/LEATHER COVERED INSTRUMENT TRIM RINGS (REQ: Current Non-Metallic Paint)
*** INTERIOR ROOF *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
A & B PILLARS IN LEATHER OR DEVIATING COLOR
LEATHER ROOFLINER, A & B PILLARS & SUNVISORS IN COLOR TO SAMPLE OR SPECIAL LEATHER COLORS (REQ: Special Leather Interior or 99 Leather Color to Sample)
LEATHER ROOFLINER, A & B PILLARS & SUNVISORS IN CURRENT COLOR
LEATHERETTE ROOFLINER, A & B PILLARS & SUNVISORS IN DEVIATING CURRENT COLOR *N/A w/Cashmere Beige*
ROOFLINER, A & B PILLARS IN LEATHER OF CHOICE
*** KNEEBAR *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
LEATHER KNEEBAR
LEATHER KNEEBAR IN DEVIATING CURRENT COLOR (N/A w/Leatherette Interior)
*** RIM CAPS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
(4) RIM CAPS W/COLORED PORSCHE CREST
(4) RIM CAPS W/COLORED PORSCHE CREST (REQ: 408 Wheels)
(4) RIMS PAINTED IN EXTERIOR PAINT
RIM CAPS W/PORSCHE CREST
RIM CAPS W/PORSCHE CREST ON PAINTED RIMS (REQ: XD9 Rims)
*** SEAT OPTIONS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
DRIVER SEAT LUMBAR SUPPORT
DRIVER SPORT SEAT IN MATCHING EXTERIOR COLOR W/ELECTRIC HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (REQ: 374 Sport Seat) *deletes STD leather seat hinges/ adjustment knobs*
DRIVER SPORT SEAT W/ELECTRIC HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (REQ: 374 Sport Seat)
DUAL POWER SEAT PKG W/ELECTRIC ADJUSTMENTS (N/A w/373 & 374 Sport Seats)
FRONT SEAT INLAYS IN DEVIATING COLOR
FRONT/REAR LEATHER SEATS IN DEVIATING CURRENT COLOR
FRONT/REAR LEATHER SEATS IN DEVIATING CURRENT COLOR (N/A w/Leatherette Interior)
FRONT/REAR SEAT INLAYS IN DEVIATING CURRENT COLOR
FULL PWR DRIVER SEAT
HEATED SEAT PKG W/ADJUSTABLE HEATING RANGE
LEATHER SEAT PARTS PKG III -inc: leather rear safety belt locks/lock housings, leather front safety belt covers/rosettes *NET*
LEATHER SEAT PARTS PKG III -inc: leather rear safety belt locks/lock housings, leather front safety belt lock housings/covers *NET*
LEATHER SEAT PKG I -inc: leather heat/pwr seat adjustment switches w/leather cover (REQ: P14 Heated Seats) *NET*
LEATHER SEAT PKG II -inc: leather front seat hinges/front seatbelt locks/housings, leather heat & seat adj switches/ring plates for switch & seat adj (REQ: P14 Heated Seats) (N/A w/373 & 374 Sport Seats) *NET*
LEATHERETTE REAR SEAT INLAYS IN DEVIATING COLOR
PASSENGER SEAT LUMBAR SUPPORT (REQ: 586 Driver Lumbar Support)
PASSENGER SPORT SEAT IN MATCHING EXTERIOR COLOR W/ELECTRIC HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (REQ: 373 Sport Seat)
PASSENGER SPORT SEAT W/ELECTRIC HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (REQ: 373 Sport Seat)
SPORT SEATS PAINTED TO MATCH EXTERIOR COLOR (REQ: 373 & 374 Sport Seats)
SUPPLE LEATHER SEATS (REQ: Full Leather Seats)
*** STEERING WHEEL *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
ALL LEATHER STEERING WHEEL -inc: airbag cover (N/A w/Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
CARBON STEERING WHEEL -inc: leather cover
DARK ROOTWOOD STEERING WHEEL
LIGHT ROOTWOOD STEERING WHEEL
STEERING WHEEL IN DEVIATING STANDARD COLOR (N/A w/Decor Upgrade Pkgs)
*** SUNVISORS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
LEATHER SUNVISORS IN CURRENT COLOR
LEATHER SUNVISORS W/ILLUMINATED PASSENGER VISOR VANITY MIRROR
LEATHER SUNVISORS W/ILLUMINATED PASSENGER VISOR VANITY MIRROR -inc: reading light
LEATHER SUNVISORS W/PASSENGER READING LAMP
*** TRIM PKG *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
CARBON PKG -inc: instrument carrier/lower dash, door panel trim *NET*
DARK ROOTWOOD PKG -inc: dark rootwood instrument cluster/panel, dark rootwood door panels *NET*
LIGHT ROOTWOOD PKG -inc: light rootwood instrument cluster/panel, light rootwood door panels *NET*
*** TRUNK CARPETING *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
TRUNK CARPETING IN MATCHING INTERIOR COLOR
TRUNK CARPETING IN MATCHING INTERIOR COLOR (REQ: 692 Remote CD Changer)
*** WHEELS *** *NOT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE VEHICLE ORDER* Options
BASE
17" SPORT CLASSIC WHEELS -inc: 205/50ZR17 front tires, 255/40ZR17 rear tires
17" TARGA DESIGN WHEELS
17" TARGA DESIGN WHEELS -inc: 205/50ZR17 front tires, 255/40ZR17 rear tires
18" SPORT CLASSIC WHEELS -inc: 225/40ZR18 front tires, 285/30ZR18 rear tires
18" TECHNOLOGY CAST LIGHT ALLOY WHEELS -inc: 225/40ZR18 front tires, 285/30ZR18 rear tires
5-SPOKE 17" WHEELS -inc: 205/50ZR17 front tires, 255/40ZR17 rear tires
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
BASE
17" SPORT CLASSIC WHEELS
18" SPORT CLASSIC WHEELS
A & B PILLARS, FRONT WINDOW FRAME, & INNER ROOF RAIL TRIM IN STANDARD COLOR LEATHER
A PILLARS & FRONT WINDOW FRAME IN STANDARD COLOR LEATHER
AERO KIT -inc: front/rear spoilers
AM/FM RADIO W/IN-DASH COMPACT DISC PLAYER
AUTO BRAKE DIFFERENTIAL
AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR-VIEW MIRROR
AUXILIARY OIL COOLER
CENTER CONSOLE STITCHING IN DEVIATING COLOR (REQ: Full Leather Interior)
DASHBOARD STITCHING IN DEVIATING COLOR (REQ: Full Leather Interior)
DEALER PREPARATION CREDIT
DELETE MODEL REAR DESIGNATION
DIGITAL SOUND PACKAGE
DIGITAL SOUND PKG -inc: HI-FI sound pkg, amplifier system
DOOR HANDLE STITCHING IN DEVIATING COLOR (REQ: Full Leather Interior)
DOOR STORAGE TOP STITCHING IN DEVIATING COLOR (REQ: Full Leather Interior)
DUAL DOOR POCKET LIGHTING
FOOTWELL LIGHTING
FRONT SEAT BELTS W/CHILD SECURITY IN GUARDS RED OR SPEED YELLOW
FRONT SEAT STITCHING IN ALTERNATE STANDARD COLOR
FRONT/REAR SEAT BELTS W/CHILD SECURITY IN GUARDS RED OR SPEED YELLOW
FRONT/REAR SEAT STITCHING IN ALTERNATE STANDARD COLOR
HARDTOP
HEAD RESTRAINTS STAMPED W/PORSCHE CREST
HI-FI SOUND PKG W/10-SPEAKER AMPLIFIER SYSTEM
HI-FI SOUND PKG W/8-SPEAKER AMPLIFIER SYSTEM
INFRARED SECURITY SYSTEM
LEATHER AIR CONDITIONER/HEAT ADJUSTMENT COVER
LEATHER CABRIOLET TOP BOOT COVER
LEATHER DOOR PANELS/ARM RESTS IN DEVIATING STANDARD COLOR -inc: leather storage compartment lids/handles
LEATHER EXTENDED CENTER CONSOLE (REQ: 99 Leather Color to Sample)
LEATHER KNEEBAR IN DEVIATING CURRENT COLOR
LEATHER LOWER DASH IN CURRENT COLOR
LEATHER SHIFT PATTERN INSERT IN DEVIATING STANDARD COLOR
LEATHER STEERING WHEEL CASING
LEATHER TIPTRONIC SHIFT PLATE
LITRONIC HEADLIGHTS
MOTOR SOUND PKG
ON-BOARD COMPUTER
OVAL CHROME EXHAUST PIPES
PORSCHE WINDSTOP (DEFLECTOR)
RAIN SENSING WINDSHIELD WIPERS
REAR STORAGE COMPARTMENT IN PLACE OF REAR SEATS
REAR WINDOW WASHING SYSTEM
REAR WINDOW WASHING SYSTEM (REQ: 425 Rear Wiper)
REAR WINDOW WIPER
REAR WINDOW WIPER DELETE (N/A w/XR7 Washer System)
REMOTE CD CHANGER (6-DISC)
STAINLESS STEEL DOOR SILL W/INSIGNIA
SUNROOF DELETE
TORQUE LIMITED SLIP -inc: auto brake differential
DECOR LEVEL Options
BASE
FULL LEATHER INTERIOR -inc:full leather dash/ kneebar/door window sills/backwall top section/steering wheel/shift lever boot & knob/parking brake lever/door panel trim/ armrest/storage top/console, leatherette roofliner/A & B pillars/sunvisors/instrument carrier (STD)
FULL LEATHER INTERIOR -inc:full leather dash/ kneebar/door window sills/backwall top section/steering wheel/shift lever boot & knob/parking brake lever/door panel trim/ armrest/storage top/console/roofliner/A & B pillars/sunvisors, leatherette instrument carrier (STD)
FULL LEATHER INTERIOR -inc:full leather seats/ dash/kneebar/door window sills/backwall top section/steering wheel/shift lever boot & knob/parking brake lever/door panel trim/ armrest/storage top/console, leatherette roofliner/A & B pillars/sunvisors/instrument carrier
FULL LEATHER INTERIOR -inc:full leather seats/ dash/kneebar/door window sills/steering wheel/shift lever boot & knob/parking brake lever/door panel trim/armrest/storage top/ console, leatherette instrument carrier, black leatherette A pillars/sunvisors
LEATHER INTERIOR IN COLOR TO SAMPLE -inc: full leather dash/kneebar/door window sills/ backwall/steering wheel/shift lever boot/door panels/rear side panels/console, leatherette roofliner/A & B pillars/sunvisors/instrument carrier (REQ: XX1 Floor Mats)
LEATHER INTERIOR IN COLOR TO SAMPLE -inc: full leather dash/kneebar/door window sills/ backwall/steering wheel/shift lever boot/door panels/rear side panels/console/roofliner/A & B pillars/sunvisors/instrument carrier (REQ: XX1 Floor Mats)
LEATHER INTERIOR IN COLOR TO SAMPLE -inc: full leather seats/dash/kneebar/door window sills/backwall/steering wheel/shift lever boot/door panels/rear side panels/console, black leatherette A & B pillars/sunvisors (REQ: XX1 Floor Mats)
LEATHER INTERIOR IN COLOR TO SAMPLE -inc: full leather seats/dash/kneebar/door window sills/backwall/steering wheel/shift lever boot/door panels/rear side panels/console, black leatherette A pillars/sunvisors (REQ: XX1 Floor Mats)
LEATHER INTERIOR IN COLOR TO SAMPLE -inc: full leather seats/dash/kneebar/door window sills/backwall/steering wheel/shift lever boot/door panels/rear side panels/console, leatherette roofliner/A & B pillars/sunvisors /instrument carrier (REQ: XX1 Floor Mats)
LEATHERETTE INTERIOR -inc: leatherette dash/ kneebar/door window sills, black leatherette A pillars/sunvisors, leather steering wheel (STD)
LEATHERETTE INTERIOR -inc: leatherette dash/ kneebar/roofliner/A & B pillars/door window sills/backwall top section/sunvisors, leather steering wheel (STD)
SPECIAL LEATHER INTERIOR -inc: full leather dash/kneebar/door window sills/backwall/ steering wheel/shift lever boot/door panels/ rear side panels/console, leatherette A & B pillars/roofliner/sunvisors (REQ: XX1 Floor Mats)
SPECIAL LEATHER INTERIOR -inc: full leather dash/kneebar/door window sills/backwall/ steering wheel/shift lever boot/door panels/ rear side panels/console/A & B pillars/ roofliner/sunvisors (REQ: XX1 Floor Mats)
SPECIAL LEATHER INTERIOR -inc: full leather seats/dash/kneebar/door window sills/backwall /steering wheel/shift lever boot/door panels/ rear side panels/console, black leatherette A & B pillars/sunvisors (REQ: XX1 Floor Mats)
SPECIAL LEATHER INTERIOR -inc: full leather seats/dash/kneebar/door window sills/backwall /steering wheel/shift lever boot/door panels/ rear side panels/console, black leatherette A pillar/sunvisors (REQ: XX1 Floor Mats)
SPECIAL LEATHER INTERIOR -inc: full leather seats/dash/kneebar/door window sills/backwall /steering wheel/shift lever boot/door panels/ rear side panels/console, leatherette A & B pillars/roofliner/sunvisors (REQ: XX1 Floor Mats)
STANDARD PORSCHE LEATHER INTERIOR IN DEVIATING STANDARD COLOR COMBINATIONS
DECOR UPGRADE PKG Options
BASE
CARBON PKG -inc: carbon dash/shift lever/door panel trim/steering wheel
CARBON PKG -inc: carbon dash/tiptronic shift lever/door panel trim/steering wheel
DARK ROOTWOOD PKG -inc: dark rootwood dash/ steering wheel/parking brake lever/gear shift knob
DARK ROOTWOOD PKG -inc: dark rootwood dash/ tiptronic shift lever/steering wheel/parking brake lever
DECOR UPGRADE PKG NOT DESIRED
LIGHT ROOTWOOD PKG -inc: light rootwood dash/ steering wheel/parking brake lever/gear shift knob
LIGHT ROOTWOOD PKG -inc: light rootwood dash/ tiptronic shift lever/steering wheel/parking brake lever
EMISSIONS Options
BASE
50 STATES EMISSIONS
GAS GUZZLER TAX Options
BASE
GAS GUZZLER TAX
NOTE Options
BASE
** ALL VEHICLES SOLD IN 1997 FOR $36,000 OR ABOVE ARE SUBJECT TO A LUXURY TAX **
PAINT TYPE Options
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METALLIC PAINT
METALLIC PAINT TO SAMPLE
NON-METALLIC PAINT TO SAMPLE
PEARL WHITE METALLIC PAINT (REQ: 99 Metallic Sample Paint)
SPECIAL EXTERIOR PAINT
STANDARD PAINT
VESUVIO METALLIC PAINT -inc: Steel Grey door handles/exterior mirrors/wheels/spoiler grille
RADIO Options
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AM/FM RADIO W/CASSETTE -inc:anti-theft coding, removable control unit (STD)
AM/FM RADIO W/COMPACT DISC -inc: anti-theft coding, removable control unit
REQUIRED TURBO ITEMS Options
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STANDARD TURBO EQUIPMENT
TURBO S EQUIPMENT
SEAT TRIM Options
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ALL CLOTH SEATS W/CLOTH PORSCHE LETTERING (STD)
FRONT LEATHER SPORT SEATS (REQ: 373 & 374 Sport Seats)
FULL LEATHER SEATS
FULL LEATHER SEATS (STD)
LEATHERETTE SEATS W/LEATHER INLAYS
TRANSMISSION Options
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4-SPEED TIPTRONIC DUAL-FUNCTION TRANSMISSION W/"SHIFT-LOCK"/"KEY-LOCK" FEATURES

1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Technical Specifications

Brakes
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Brake ABS System Four-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.97 x -TBD-
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.77 x -TBD-
Cargo Area Dimensions
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Trunk Volume (ft) -TBD-
Engine
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Displacement 3.6L/220
Engine Type Gas Flat 6-cyl
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 282 @ 6300
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 250 @ 5250
Exterior Dimensions
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Height, Overall (in) 51.8
Length, Overall (in) 167.7
Min Ground Clearance (in) 4.7
Wheelbase (in) 89.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 68.3
Fuel Tank
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Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 19.4
Steering
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Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.47
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 38.5
Suspension
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Suspension Type - Front Independent
Suspension Type - Rear Independent
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Multi-Link
Tires
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Front Tire Size P205/50R17
Rear Tire Size P245/45R16
Transmission
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Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Manual w/OD
Trans Type 6
Vehicle
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Front Head Room (in) 38.0
Front Leg Room (in) 41.6
Front Shoulder Room (in) 51.7
Passenger Capacity 4
Passenger Volume (ft) -TBD-
Second Head Room (in) -TBD-
Second Leg Room (in) -TBD-
Second Shoulder Room (in) -TBD-
Weight Information
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Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3064

1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Safety Features

Safety Features
Driver & front passenger airbags
Front/rear 3-point inertia reel seatbelts
Anti-lock braking system
Brake pad wear indicator
Front/rear 3-point color-keyed inertia reel seatbelts
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS N/A