Used 2004 Porsche 911 for sale in Torrance

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West Coast Classics are proud to present a very collectible 2004 Porsche 911 40th Anniversary Edition 2 Door Coupe with 57K original miles!Representing a once-in-a-lifetime milestone for the iconic Porsche brand, this 2004 911 Carrera Coupe is number 1,089 of just 1,963 exclusive 40th Anniversary Edition models produced worldwide.A visual stunner with its GT Silver Metallic exterior paired with Turbo-look aerodynamics and 40th Anniversary badging, it easily blends iconic Porsche style with a luxurious Natural Grey leather interior.But the appeal extends beyond mere aesthetics. This future collectible is powered by a 3.6-liter flat-six engine fortified by the powerful X51 Powerkit, raising output to an impressive 345 horsepower. A slick-shifting 6-speed manual transaxle and limited-slip differential puts that power to the pavement through a sport-tuned suspension and upgraded cross-drilled brakes.The current owner has obviously spared no expense comprehensively maintaining this 40th Anniversary 911, investing thousands since 2019. The IMS bearing was upgraded to a robust single-row unit with a new water pump, drive belts, rear crank seal, spark plugs, ignition components, clutch kit, sump plate, idler roller and more. With just over 57,000 pampered miles, it remains solid. Beyond the improved performance, this 911 comes with 18 Carrera II wheels, a Bose premium sound system, heated power-adjustable seats, automatic climate control, and more. Every detail portrays Porsches exceptional build quality.Porsches 40th Anniversary celebration was a landmark event and these limited edition 911s will become highly coveted future collectibles.The 2004 Porsche 911 40th Anniversary Edition (996 generation) is a highly sought after limited production model built to celebrate 40 years of the 911. Only 1,963 individually numbered units were produced globally. Today, these cars are widely considered highly collectible best-of-era 996s. Painted only in a GT Silver Metallic finish, with a dark gray leather interior, the 40th Anniversary (or 40 Jahre in German) took the base model 996 Carrera and added the front fascia of the 996 Turbo, side skirts and luxury features for the cabin.Mechanically, the X51 Powerkit pushed horsepower to 341, driving the rear wheels via the standard 6-speed manual, while a sport suspension and limited-slip differential put that power down a bit more effectively than the standard car.Key Specifications & Features Engine: 3.6L flat-six engine equipped with the factory X51 Powerkit, boosting output to 345 horsepower (a 25 hp increase over the standard Carrera).Performance: 0-60 mph in roughly 4.5 seconds with a top track speed of 180 mph.Transmission: 6-speed manual transaxle paired with a mechanical limited-slip differential.Exterior: Exclusively finished in GT Silver Metallic (a color previously reserved for the Carrera GT). It features a wide-body Turbo-look front bumper with painted cooling ducts, GT3 side skirts, and polished/shot-blasted 18-inch Carrera wheels.Interior: Features Natural Grey full leather, special 911 40 Jahre console badging, an Alcantara headliner, and a GT-Silver center consoleIMS Bearing: Like all 996 models, the M96 engine is susceptible to Intermediate Shaft (IMS) bearing failure. Many examples on the market have already had preventative IMS bearing upgrades performed like this particular model.Collectibility: This special edition bridges the gap between the standard 996 and the later 997 generation, making it highly desirable to purists