Model database · data as of Oct 20, 2026
Porsche 996.1/.2 GT2: specs, options, paint and production
996.1/.2 GT2, model years 2002–2005. 1,287 built worldwide; 312 for the US (plus 1 for Canada). Built for the US by model year, from VIN records: 176 (2002), 119 (2003), 17 (2004). The 2005 count isn't in yet. Canada got 11 more in 2002.
- Model years
- 2002–2005
- Generation
- 996.1
- Cars tracked by VIN
- 87
- Sales recorded
- 69
- For sale now
- 12
- Factory-decoded cars
- 42
- Median recorded sale
- $171,600
Factory specs
| Engine | 3.6 L Mezger twin-turbo flat-six |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 456 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 457 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm |
| Redline | 6,750 rpm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual |
| Drive | RWD |
| Curb weight | 3,175 lb |
| 0–60 mph | 3.9 s |
| Top speed | 195 mph |
| Base MSRP when new | $180,665 |
1,287 built 2001-2005 (all markets). US 2002-03 cars 456 hp; 2004-05 update 477 hp @ 5,700 / 472 lb-ft (Excellence). MSRP is MotorWeek's 2002 base sticker; about 500 allocated to US buyers.
- Rear-drive, manual-only twin-turbo 911 with no stability control
- Carbon-ceramic brakes (PCCB) standard
- Power raised from 456 hp to 477 hp for 2004
Paint colors on tracked cars
8 colors across 48 tracked 996.1/.2 GT2s with a known color. Paint codes come from factory VIN decodes where we have them.
| Color | Paint code | Cars | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arctic Silver Metallic | X1 | 19 | 40% |
| Black | A1 | 15 | 31% |
| Guards Red | G1 | 4 | 8% |
| Speed Yellow | X4 | 3 | 6% |
| Seal Grey Metallic | Y1 | 2 | 4% |
| Carrara White | B4 | 2 | 4% |
| Basalt Black Metallic | Z4 | 2 | 4% |
| Polar Silver Metallic | 58 | 1 | 2% |
Factory options seen on tracked cars
Every option code on the 42 996.1/.2 GT2s we have a factory VIN decode for, most common first. A low share means few cars have it. Original prices are shown where we have them.
| Code | Option | Cars | Share | Original price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XSC | Porsche Crest in Headrest | 31 | 74% | — |
| 454 | Cruise Control | 25 | 60% | — |
| M6A | Black Mats - Porsche lettering | 25 | 60% | — |
| X71 | Aluminum Instrument Dials | 23 | 55% | — |
| Y05 | Brake/Shifter Carbon/Aluminum | 23 | 55% | — |
| 446 | Wheel Caps with Colored Crest | 20 | 48% | — |
| XPD | 3-Spoke Steering Wheel, Carbon/Leather | 18 | 43% | — |
| 76 | Leather Interior GT2 | 17 | 40% | — |
| 71 | Black Leather with Black Belts | 16 | 38% | — |
| XX1 | Floor mats in leather | 13 | 31% | — |
| X69 | Door Sills in Carbon | 13 | 31% | — |
| Z84G | Deviated Stitching, Front Seats | 10 | 24% | — |
| Z88 | Door and Dash Stitching, Deviated Color | 10 | 24% | — |
| XSY | Seat belts, Speed Yellow | 8 | 19% | — |
| X54 | Stainless Steel Exhaust Pipes | 8 | 19% | — |
| Z099 | Exclusive deviated stitching (all options) | 8 | 19% | — |
| XMJ | Rear Center Console - Carbon | 8 | 19% | — |
| X70 | Metal Door Sill Model Insignia | 7 | 17% | — |
| E73 | Carbon Package (large) | 7 | 17% | — |
| XSA | Sport Seats Painted to Match | 7 | 17% | — |
| XJB | Rear Center Console Painted Silver | 6 | 14% | — |
| XSX | Red Seat Belts | 6 | 14% | — |
| XMA | A/B Pillar/Roof Liner Leather | 6 | 14% | — |
| XX2 | Footwell Lighting | 6 | 14% | — |
| XPA | 3-Spoke Steering Wheel-Interior Leather | 5 | 12% | — |
| XZD | Dome Lamp Cover - Leather | 5 | 12% | — |
| XMP | Leather Sun Visors Lighted Mirror | 4 | 10% | — |
| P44 | Carbon Package | 4 | 10% | — |
| E77 | Carbon Package - Small | 4 | 10% | — |
| Y29 | Aluminum/Chrome Package (X71, X70, X54) | 4 | 10% | — |
| XNS | Steering Column Covered Interior Leather | 4 | 10% | — |
| X99 | Natural Leather Code - PAG | 4 | 10% | — |
| E70 | Leather Interior Package | 3 | 7% | — |
| 220 | Limited-slip differential | 3 | 7% | — |
| 273 | Electrically adjustable exterior mirrors | 3 | 7% | — |
| 274 | Illuminated vanity mirrors in sun visors | 3 | 7% | — |
| 288 | Headlight cleaning system | 3 | 7% | — |
| 375 | Sport bucket seat, left | 3 | 7% | — |
| 376 | Sport bucket seat, right | 3 | 7% | — |
| 415 | 18-inch Turbo Look II wheels | 3 | 7% | — |
| 424 | CD storage | 3 | 7% | — |
| 441 | Radio preparation | 3 | 7% | — |
| 450 | Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake | 3 | 7% | — |
| 480 | Six-speed manual gearbox | 3 | 7% | — |
| 535 | Alarm system | 3 | 7% | — |
| 567 | Windscreen with graduated top tint | 3 | 7% | — |
| 573 | Automatic Climate Control | 3 | 7% | — |
| 659 | On-board computer | 3 | 7% | — |
| 696 | Porsche CDR-220 CD radio | 3 | 7% | — |
| 73 | Leather, belts black/Speed Yellow | 3 | 7% | — |
| XMZ | Rear Center Console in Leather | 3 | 7% | — |
| Z00901 | West Coast Option | 3 | 7% | — |
| XCE | Rear Center Console Aluminum-Look | 3 | 7% | — |
| X45E | Instrument Dials Yellow Red or White | 3 | 7% | — |
| 03 | Natural Leather Grey | 3 | 7% | — |
| XTG | Inner Sill Parts/Release-Leather | 3 | 7% | — |
| E78 | Arctic Silver Interior Package | 2 | 5% | — |
| XSB | Sport Seat Backrests Leather Covered | 2 | 5% | — |
| 562 | Airbag driver and passenger | 2 | 5% | — |
| 563 | Side airbags POSIP | 2 | 5% | — |
| 571 | Charcoal filter | 2 | 5% | — |
| 651 | Electric windows | 2 | 5% | — |
| 981 | Leather interior | 2 | 5% | — |
| 983 | Seats: partial leather | 2 | 5% | — |
| X50 | Performance kit Turbo | 2 | 5% | — |
| E82 | Aluminum Look Interior - Small | 2 | 5% | — |
| XME | Rear center console in exterior colour | 2 | 5% | — |
| 72 | Black Leather with Guards Red Belts | 2 | 5% | — |
| P55 | Full Leather Package | 2 | 5% | — |
| XMF | Front Console in Interior Leather | 2 | 5% | — |
| 436 | 3-spoke steering wheel | 1 | 2% | — |
| CPZ | Thicker Steering Wheel | 1 | 2% | — |
| Z0997 | Custom Tailoring | 1 | 2% | — |
| E80 | Aluminum Look Package - Large | 1 | 2% | — |
| XPG | 3-Spoke Steering Wheel-Aluminium Look | 1 | 2% | — |
| E61 | Arctic Silver Package - Small | 1 | 2% | — |
| M6K | Natural Grey Floor Mat | 1 | 2% | — |
| 498 | Delete Model Designation | 1 | 2% | — |
| 04 | Natural Leather Brown | 1 | 2% | — |
| 999 | Special Instructions | 1 | 2% | — |
Common problems
- Coolant pipe fittings (glued/bonded) pulling out (major)The GT1-derived Mezger engine's coolant manifolds use aluminium pipes bonded into cast housings; after many heat cycles (especially track use) the adhesive can let go and a pipe can pull out, dumping coolant, sometimes onto the rear tyres. Applies to 996 Turbo/GT2/GT3 engines (the cited article's photo is of a 996 twin-turbo engine). Coolant typically escapes quickly as steam; the bigger hazard is coolant on the road or track. From the 911 Buyers shop: this is mainly a concern on cars tracked hard for long sessions; we don't see it fail often on cars driven on the road. Pinned pipes are still a plus when you buy or sell.Fix: Pipes pinned (or re-bonded/welded) in the housings; normally an engine-out job, often combined with clutch/other work.Source
- Carbon-ceramic (PCCB) rotor wear/cracking (moderate)PCCB discs (standard on this car) are condemned for chips, cracks or small amounts of wear; replacement is very expensive, and many cars have been converted to steel. Mostly a concern on tracked cars.Fix: Inspect rotors (and pad thickness) before purchase; replace damaged rotors, or convert to iron rotors.Source
- Clutch and flywheel wear (moderate)Clutch/flywheel life is shortened by track use; buyers' guides advise budgeting for replacement around 40,000-60,000 miles.Fix: Clutch and flywheel replacement.Source
996.1/.2 GT2 market report › · Every 996.1/.2 GT2 on 911 Tracker ›
Data: 911 Tracker (VIN-checked sales, US listings and factory VIN decodes) and the sources linked above. Counts cover the cars we track, not every car built.