Lot 18-544: 2017 Porsche 911 Carrera
- 23k mi
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Location: Lake County, Illinois, USA
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Originality: Original & Highly Originalinfo
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Transmission: Manual
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Handedness: LHD
- There are 5 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe - Manual - 991.2 (2016 to 2019) for sale right now.
Vehicle Details
Is the base 2017 911 Carrera enough or do I need the Carrera S?
The base 2017 911 Carrera is absolutely enough for most owners - and here’s why:
The Real-World Difference
| Spec | Carrera | Carrera S |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 370 hp / 331 lb-ft | 420 hp / 368 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | ~4.0-4.4s | ~3.7-3.9s |
| Engine | Same 3.0L twin-turbo flat-6 | Same engine, different tune |
The Carrera S just has a more aggressive factory tune - about 50 more horsepower. But both engines are identical otherwise.
The Value Question
- Base Carrera market range: $81,811-$100,889
- Your car: $104,991 (slightly above typical range)
- Low-mileage Carrera S: ~$112,186 on average
This specific Carrera is already priced right where Carrera S vehicles start, and it’s loaded with the right options: Sport Exhaust System, Sport Seats Plus, GT Sport Steering Wheel, and that stunning Racing Yellow paint. You’re essentially getting enthusiast-focused S-spec goodies at a base price point.
My Take
Unless you’re tracking regularly or need that extra 0.4 seconds to 60 mph, the base Carrera delivers 95% of the experience. For street driving, canyon carving, or weekend fun? The 370 hp is plenty potent - you’re still talking sub-4-second 0-60 performance with that manual transmission.
Bottom line: The “S” badge is nice for the ego, but this well-optioned base Carrera is the smarter buy.
Want to compare similar Carrera S listings? Check these out: Carrera S $114,998 2017 Carrera 4S $119,800
What’s your main use for the car - daily driver, weekend toy, or track days?