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Porsche 911 Turbo 996 Turbo (5th Generation)

2001–2005 · 996 · coupe

First water-cooled 911 Turbo. M96/80 3.6L twin-turbo flat-six (Mezger-derived, completely separate from base 996's M96 engine) — 415 hp Tiptronic or 6-speed manual, AWD. The 996 Turbo S (2005) added 444 hp and the X50 power kit as standard. Considered a screaming bargain in the modern Porsche market.

Watch out: The Mezger turbo engine has no IMS bearing concern. Watch for coolant pipe glue (factory adhesive fails over time — popular DIY pinning fix), rear main seal seepage, and clutch wear on manual cars. Otherwise legendary durability.