PORSCHE 996. THE ESSENTIAL COMPANION

Features

• Complete historical review of the entire 996 series
• How to identify and authenticate a 996
• What to look for when purchasing
• How to service the 996
• Describes the engine, engine management and cooling systems
• Describes transmission, running gear, traction enhancement, wheel and tyres
• Complete explanation of all installed electronic systems
• How to troubleshoot and repair the 996
Description

This book on the Porsche 911 (996) series is the fourth of a planned six, and continues the tradition established with the author’s first Porsche 911 book on the 964 series. Everything a 996 owner needs to know, plus a lot more, is contained within the covers of this book, in which every known model and version is described. With 1300 photos and extensive appendices, this fact-packed book is a must for any 996 owner.
Synopsis

This book on the Porsche 911 (996) series is the fourth of a planned six. It carries on the tradition established with the author’s first Porsche 911 book on the 964 series. Everything a 996 owner needs to know plus a lot more is contained within the covers of this book. Every known model and version is described. The various engines and engine management systems for the many different nations of the world are covered – no matter where the owner resides, their version of the 996 is addressed. Manual and Tiptronic transmissions, including the automatic transmission fitted to the AWD Carrera 4 and Turbo models, are explained in detail, as are the different suspension systems. All the new technology advancements of the 996 of which Ferry Porsche was so proud are written about, along with all the advantages and improvements over previous 911 models. With 1300 photos and extensive appendices, this is a fact packed book and a must for any 996 owner.
Independent Reviews

But if you own or are seriously considering buying a 996, it could well be worth its weight in gold ... This is unashamedly a reference book, and as such it's a success.
All Torque

This book is spectacular. I would say get rid of your owner's manual now and replace it with 'Porsche 996 - The Essential Companion.' This book should stay with the car because it is truly the 996's companion.
Porsche Club of America, Monterey Bay Region

... it contains many answers to questions that you may not have right now, but when you realize that you need to know the answer, this is where you'll find it. And that's why you'll be glad you got this book.
PorscherAma

... this book offers 640 pages of technical and anecdotal insight into identifying, authenticating, purchasing, maintaining and optimizing the Porsche 996. In other words, just about anything a current or future 996 owner could want to know about their car is included in this easy to read, must have for the Porsche enthusiast.
993c4s.com

... it lives up to its 'Essential' claim, covering every possible aspect of the 996, and can be recommended.
Octane

An owner of a 996 would find this an indispensable accompaniment to ownership.
GT Porsche magazine

I highly recommend this book for anyone who owns a 996 or is seriously thinking about buying one. It brings together a mass of useful information and technical advice that is hard to find elsewhere, and I have already benefited several times from consulting it.
Heat Exchanger

... it's the best money you'll spend when it comes your 996. This, along with any of the other three in the series by Adrian Streather, is a must-have ...
9 magazine

Everything a 996 owner needs to know plus a lot more is contained within the covers. Copiously illustrated, there are pictures of virtually every year/model variation.
Porsche Club of America, Riverside Region
Additional Information

Covers:

996 Carrera.
996 Carrera 4.
996 GT-3.
996 Turbo.
996 GT-2.
996 Targa.
All the special versions of the 996 series including the Anniversary models, the Carrera S, 4S wide body models and the Turbo cabriolets.
All racing versions of the 996 including the 996-Cup, GT3-Cup, GT-3RS and GT-3RSR.


Porsche is one of the world’s most successful builders of sports cars.

Everything you need to know about the 996 in one book.

With 1300 photos and extensive appendices, this is a fact-packed book and a must for any 996 owner.