Ten years after production of the Carrera GT ended, it is now a member of the Porsche Classic family. The appearance and lines of the Type 980, which was manufactured from 2003 onwards, reveal its motor sports inheritance. While its design indicates its stylistic links with standard production vehicles, it also takes some of its features from legendary Porsche racing cars.
In this exclusive production run of only 1270 cars, the Carrera GT was powered by a ten-cylinder engine with dry-sump lubrication. The capacity of the 5.5-litre naturally aspirated V10 engine, which was originally designed for use on the track, was increased to 5.7 litres for the standard production model.
With a power output of 450 kW/612 PS at 8000 rpm and a top speed of over 330 km/h, the Carrera GT set new standards. This power was transferred to the road by manual six-speed gearbox.
Headline: 1,900 Mile 2005 Carrera GT Finished in GT Silver with Ascot Brown Interior. Recent Major Service.
The last ten years have brought tremendous automotive developments, in both conventional cars and performance cars. Manual transmissions and naturally aspirated engines have become increasingly rare, while hybridization and automation become the norm. Consequently, cars from just 10 or 15 years ago offer a significantly different experience from today’s cars, something which enthusiasts are now very much keyed into.
The Carrera GT is quickly emerging as one of the pinnacle automobiles from this less digitalized era, a noteworthy characteristic given its heritage. The closest commercial predecessor to the Carrera GT is the 959. Both are technically sophisticated, costly, limited production halo cars, but they are remarkably divergent philosophically. While the 959 is an exercise in the most cutting edge technology available when it debuted (specifically computer controlled AWD and twin-turbochargers), the Carrera GT is a love letter to the naturally aspirated exotic, eschewing a paddle shifted gearbox and turbos for manually shifted 6-speed and an 8,400 RPM V10 developed from Porsche’s stillborn 3.5 liter Formula 1 V10.
The resulting car is an absolute sensation to drive. With over 600 HP in its carbon chassis and an absolutely bonkers soundtrack, the Carrera GT is an experience in a way that already feels worlds away from today’s exotics, which is doubtless contributing to the explosive rise in their values. There is an engaging, involving character to the car which demands the driver’s participation and rewards thoughtful, skilled operation and makes this one of the greatest Porsche road cars of all time.
This particular car is finished in GT Silver with Ascot Brown interior and was sold new on 22 April 2005. It has covered 1,935 miles from new and received a major service in February 2021. The car comes with a Porsche car cover, books, and a build spec sheet.
General Model information | |
Manufacturer: | Porsche |
Model: | Carrera GT |
Number Of Seats: | 2 |
Body Style: | 2 door Roadster |
Total production: | 1270 |
Dimensions | |
Length: | 4613 mm / 181.61 inch" |
Width: | 1921 mm / 75.62 inch" |
Height: | 1166 mm / 45.9 inch" |
Wheelbase: | 2730 mm / 107.48 inch" |
Front track: | 1612 mm / 63.46 inch" |
Rear track: | 1587 mm / 62.48 inch" |
Ground clearance: | 88 mm / 3.46 inch" |
Engine Details | |
Engine type: | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
Engine layout: | rear mid-engine |
Engine specifications: | 5.7L V10 |
Bore stroke: | 98.0 x 76.0 mm |
Valve train type: | DOHC 40 valves |
No. of spark plugs: | 1 |
Maximum power output: | 612 PS or 604 bhp or 450 kW @ 8000 rpm |
Maximum torque output: | 590 Nm or 435 lb.ft @ 5750 rpm |
Fuel system: | Port injection |
Cooling system: | Water cooled |
Lubrication system: | Dry Sump |
Suspension | |
Front suspension: | Double wishbones. anti-roll bar |
Rear suspension: | Double wishbones. pushrod links. coil springs. gas dampers |
Wheel and Tyre measurements | |
Front wheel size: | 9.5 × 19 |
Rear wheel size: | 12,5 x 20 |
Front tire size: | 265/35-ZR19 |
Rear tire size: | 335/30-ZR20 |
Transmission Steering and Electronics | |
Steering type: | Power assisted rack-and-pinion steering |
Drive train type: | Rear Wheel drive |
Gearbox type: | 6-speed manual + reverse |
Performance | |
Fuel tank capacity: | 92 |
Fuel economy city: | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel economy highway: | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel economy combined: | 17.8 L/100km |
Dry weight: | 1380 |
Different color range available: | 5 |
Successor : | 918 Spyder |
VIN Information | |
Manufacturer: | Porsche |
Model: | Carrera GT |
Market Version: | A-North America LHD |
Model Year: | 2005 |
VIN Known: | 1290 |
Complete VIN Number: | WP0CA298X5L001290 |
Original Country Of Delivery: | USA |
Steering: | LHD |
Production Month: | 03/2005 |
Milage Type: | Mile |
Extra Info | |
First Registration Date: | Fri, 22/04/2005 |
Factory Warranty Start Date: | Fri, 22/04/2005 |
Factory Warranty End Date: | Wed, 22/04/2009 |
Original Paint Color: | GT Silver Metallic |
Has the car been serviced within the last 12 months? Specify the last date or days until service is due. | No | No service history found in vehicle at the time of inspection. |
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Is the original Manual & Service booklet with the car? | No | No manuals books found in vehicle at the time of inspection. |
Is the warranty book present in the car? (photograph Warranty stamp) | No | |
Is the radio/navigation manual present in the car? | No | |
Is the radio code card present in the car? | No | |
Are the car keys the original ones and how many keys are with the car? | Yes | 1 Key |
Are the key Code Cards with the car? | No | |
Comments: |
Is the front bumper free of damages &/or scratches? | Yes | |
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Is the alignment between the front bumper & front fenders correct? | Yes | |
Is the front splitter free of damages &/or scratches? | Yes | Minor scrapes |
Is the front grille free of damages &/or scratches? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the rear bumper free of damages &/or scratches? | Yes | |
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Is the alignment between the rear bumper & rear fenders correct? | Yes | |
Is the rear diffuser free of any damages &/or scratches? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the left front fender free of damages &/or scratches? | Yes | |
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Is the alignment between the left front fender & door correct? | Yes | |
Is the right front fender free of damages &/or scratches? | Yes | |
Is the alignment between the right front fender & door correct? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the left rear fender free of damages &/or scratches? | Yes | |
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Is the alignment between the left rear fender and door correct? | Yes | |
Is the right rear fender free of damages &/or scratches? | Yes | |
Is the alignment between the right rear fender and door correct? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the left front door free of dents, damages, &/or scratches? | Yes | Scuff marks on door sill |
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Are the left front door hinge alignments correct? | Yes | |
Does the left front door open and close correctly (exterior & interior release)? | Yes | |
Is the left front door seal in good condition? | Yes | |
Does the left front window function correctly? | Yes | |
Does the left front door lock function correctly? | Yes | |
Is the rocker panel under the left front door free from damages and or scratches? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the right front door free of dents, damages, &/or scratches? | Yes | |
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Are the right front door hinge alignments correct? If not specify | Yes | |
Does the right front door open and close correctly (exterior & interior release)? | Yes | |
Is the right front door seal in good condition? | Yes | |
Does the right front window function correctly? | Yes | |
Does the right front door lock function correctly? | Yes | |
Is the rocker panel under the right front door free from damages &/or scratches? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the engine bonnet free of damages &/or scratches? | Yes | |
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Are the engine bonnet hinge alignments correct? | Yes | |
Does the engine bonnet open and close correctly? | Yes | |
Is the engine bonnet seal in good condition? | Yes | |
Does the engine bonnet gas damper or prop work correctly? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the luggage compartment bonnet free of damages &/or scratches? | Yes | |
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Are the luggage compartment bonnet hinge alignments correct? | Yes | |
Does the luggage compartment bonnet open and close correctly? | Yes | |
Is the luggage compartment bonnet seal in good condition? | Yes | |
Does the luggage compartment bonnet gas damper or prop work correctly? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the windshield free of scratches, stone chips &/or cracks? | Yes | |
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Is the windshield seal in visually good condition? | Yes | |
Is the rear window free of scratches, &/or cracks? | Yes | |
Is the rear window seal in visually good condition? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Are the left door window(s) in good condition? | Yes | |
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Are the left door window seal(s) in good condition? | Yes | |
Are the right door window(s) in good condition? | Yes | |
Are the right door window seal(s) in good condition? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the car free of any known reports of accidents during time of inspection? | Yes | |
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Is the car free of any openly visible signs of chassis damage? | Yes | |
Is the car free of any openly visible signs of chassis repair? | Yes | |
Is the car free of any openly visible signs of chassis modifications? | Yes | |
Is the car free of any openly visible signs of chassis corrosion? | Yes | |
Is the car free of any openly visible signs of chassis anomalies? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the emergency flasher lights working correctly? | Yes | |
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Are the left & right front indicator light working correctly? (if not, specify which one). | Yes | |
Are the left & right rear indicator light working correctly? (if not, specify which one). | Yes | |
Are the left & right front side reflector working correctly? (if not, specify which one). | Yes | |
Are the left & right rear side reflector working correctly? (if not, specify which one). | Yes | |
Comments: |
Are the headlights working correctly & in good condition? | Yes | |
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Are the high beams working correctly & in good condition? | Yes | |
Are the high beam flashers working & in good condition? | Yes | |
Are the Parking lights working correctly & in good condition? | Yes | |
Additional front lights &/or comments? |
Are the tail lights working correctly & in good condition? | Yes | |
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Are the stop lights working correctly & in good condition? | Yes | |
Is the 3rd stop lights working correctly & in good condition? | Yes | |
Is/are the reverse light(s) working correctly & in good condition? | Yes | |
Are the parking lights working correctly & in good condition? | Yes | |
Additional rear lights &/or comments? |
Are the windshield wipers functioning properly? | Yes | |
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Are the windshield washers function properly? | D.N.C. | |
Comments: |
Is the left mirror working correctly? | Yes | |
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Is the left mirror in good condition? | Yes | |
Is the right mirror working correctly? | Yes | |
Is the right mirror in good condition? | Yes | |
Is the mirror folding system working correctly? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Are the seats standard? (NO, if equipped with personalization or custom made signs?) | Yes | |
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Do the seat adjustments work? | Yes | |
Are the seats free of excessive play? | Yes | |
Are the safety belts original ones for this model? | Yes | |
Do the safety belts operate as designed? | Yes | |
Comments: | Pressure mark on center console leather. |
Do the ignition keys function correctly? | Yes | |
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Is the central door locking system working correctly? | D.N.C. | |
Is the main 12V lighter systems working correctly? | D.N.C. | |
Is the horn functioning correctly? | D.N.C. | |
Is the climate control system working correctly (Cool/heat/vents/blends/recirc/...)? | D.N.C. | |
Are all interior lights functioning correctly? | Yes | |
Are all the additional options working correctly? | No | |
Comments: |
What is the current odometer reading? | Yes | |
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Is the cluster functioning correctly (do all gauges and lights work correctly)? | Yes | |
Are all dashboard warning lights OFF when the engine is running? | Yes | |
Is the instrument cluster in good condition? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the Left front wheel free of scratches and or damages? | No | Paint chips, very light scuff mark. |
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Is the Right front wheel free of scratches and or damages? | Yes | |
Do the front tire sizes conform to model specifications? (Specify Brand, Model, & Specs) | Yes | Michelin Pilot Super Sport 265/35 ZR19 98Y |
Are the tires within 6 years of the manufacturer date? (Specify Production Date.) | Yes | Both front tire production dates are the 36th/46th week of the year 2020/2019. |
Is the general condition of the front tires ok (wear, surface, sidewall, damage, nails). Specify tire depth. | Yes | Both front tire tread depth is 8/32nds inch. |
Comments: |
Is the Left rear wheel free of scratches and or damages? | No | Cracked paint |
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Is the Right rear wheel free of scratches and or damages? | Yes | |
Do the rear tire sizes conform to model specifications? (Specify Brand, Model, & Specs) | Yes | Michelin Pilot Super Sport 335/30 ZR20 (108Y) |
Are the tires within 6 years of the manufacturer date? (Specify Production Date.) | Yes | Both rear tire production dates are the 16th week of the year 2020. |
Is the general condition of the rear tires ok (wear, surface, sidewall, damage, nails). Specify tire depth. | Yes | Both rear tire tread depth is 8/32nds inch. |
Comments: |
Is the engine compartment clean? | Yes | |
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Does the car start on its own battery power? (without jumper) | Yes | |
Is the idle speed steady & normal? | Yes | |
Is the car free from any signs of fluid leaks? | Yes | |
Is the car free of exhaust smoke with a COLD engine (white/blue/black)? | Yes | |
Is the car free of exhaust smoke with a HOT engine (white/blue/black)? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the gearbox working correctly? | Yes | |
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Is the clutch system operating correctly? | Yes | |
Is the transmission system free from leaks? | Yes | |
Are the drive shafts in good condition? | Yes | |
Are the CV joints & boots in good condition? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the car free of any abnormal suspension noises? | Yes | |
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Is the suspension system OEM? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the left front shock absorber free of any leakage and damages? | Yes | |
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Is the right front shock absorber free of any leakage &/or damages? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the left rear shock absorber free of any leakage &/or damages? | Yes | |
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Is the right rear shock absorber free of any leakage &/or damages? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Is the brake system working correctly? | Yes | |
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Is the brake fluid above the minimum mark? | Yes | |
Is the brake system free of leaks (calipers, Master cylinder, line,...?) | Yes | |
Is the parking brake function correctly? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Are the front brake pads still over 50%? Specify remaining pad thickness. | Yes | Both front brake pad thickness is 9mm. |
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Are the rear brake pads still over 50%? Specify remaining pad thickness. | Yes | Both front brake pad thickness is 9mm. |
Are the front discs free from cracks, damage, &/or other anomalies? | Yes | |
Are the rear discs free from cracks, damage, &/or other anomalies? | Yes | |
Comments: | Left rear caliper has a paint chip. |
Is the car free of present or stored codes ECM/ECU codes? Specify what codes. | Yes | |
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Are all emissions readiness monitors set? If No, specify which are not set. | Yes | |
Are emission decals present on the vehicle? | Yes | |
Comments: |
Name of Inspector: | Christian David |
Contact email: | Christian.David@issimi.com |
Contact telephone number: | |
Company name: | ISSIMI Inc. |
street name: | 1830 Industrial Wayy |
City: | Redwood City, 94063 |
State: | California |
Country: | USA |
Website: | wwww.issimi.com |
Date of inspection | February 27th 2023 |