2005 Porsche 911 Review
2005 Porsche 911 Review
View more photos
View more photos
View more photos
View more photos
View more photos
+75
Used 911 for sale
Appraise This CarPorsche 911 model years
See Edmunds pricing data
Has Your Car's Value Changed?
Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Pinpoint steering, effortless acceleration, awe-inspiring brakes, the rhythmic sound of a powerful flat six, comfortable cockpit.
Cons
- Relatively small fuel tank, useless rear seats, outlandish option prices.
What’s new
While the traditional 911 lines have been retained, just about everything else has changed on Porsche's flagship. Notable changes to the 2005 Porsche 911 include more powerful engines, a new transmission, variable-ratio rack-and-pinion steering, an adjustable suspension and new seating options in a redesigned passenger compartment.
Edmunds says
Still the quintessential sports car after four decades, the 2005 Porsche 911 has a unique blend of style, performance and sound that's unmatched by anything on the road.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.31 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$275/mo for 911 Carrera
911 Carrera
vs
$174/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2005 Porsche 911.
5 star(94%)
4 star(6%)
3 star(0%)
2 star(0%)
1 star(0%)
47 reviews
Trending topics in reviews
Most helpful consumer reviews
3.88 out of 5 stars
Owner
2 door coupe, 04/04/2009
2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
Replaced transmission at 19000 miles and again at 46500 miles the total cost for the repair was $13500. Porsche refused to collaborate.
4.88 out of 5 stars
Finally got one
d1coach, 09/29/2012
2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
After forty years of wanting one badly, I bought my Porsche 911.
Low mileage well cared for Tiptronic Coupe.
So much fun to drive, fast without a lot of noise or fuss.
Plenty of cabin and head room even at 6'3.
4.63 out of 5 stars
The most satisfying car to own
art_from_fl, 12/07/2010
2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
I bought a used 2005 (997) 911 Carrera Coupe with Tiptronic 7 month ago.
This is my first Porsche, and can't deny I expected to be a nice experience; this car has given me a lot of satisfaction and went beyond my high expectations.
The handling at any speed is amazing.
5 out of 5 stars
Porsche 997 is Hands Down Better than 996
Niten Luthra, 07/26/2006
2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
I just bought this car trading my '05 Boxster in. Wow! This car is...unbelievable in every way. It's fast, fun and damn good looking. My brother says it well - engineering excellence. I am so happy and privileged to be an owner and to be able to drive a vehcile that so many people dream of driving and owning. I bought an Artic silver one with 19" Carrera wheels, bi xenons, sport seats … and so forth. There is no substitute!
2005 911 Highlights
Convertible
Carrera
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $79,100 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 19 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $275/month |
Seating | 4 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 4.4 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the 911 include:
- Alarm
- Stability Control
People who viewed this also viewed
5.0 average Rating out of 5 reviews. |
Starting at $68,300 |
Starting at $68,300 |
5.0 average Rating out of 1 reviews. |
Starting at $70,400 |
Related Used 2005 Porsche 911 info
Vehicle reviews of used models
- Used Ram 2500 2022 For Sale
- Used Lexus UX 250h 2020
- Used BMW M4 2020 For Sale
- Used Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 2021
- Used Mercedes-Benz Maybach 2020
Shop similar models
Shop used vehicles in your area
- Used Porsche 911 2013
- Used Porsche 911 2019 For Sale
- Used Porsche 911 2011
- Used Porsche 911 2014
- Used Porsche 911 2010
- Used Porsche 911 2018
- Used Porsche 911 2012 For Sale
- Used Porsche 911 2016
- Used Porsche 911 2015
- Used Porsche 911 2017
Popular new car reviews and ratings
- 2025 Honda Ridgeline News
- Honda Ridgeline 2023
- Jeep Wrangler 4 Xe
- Honda Civic 2023
- 2023 Accord
- Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2024
- 2023 Durango
- Audi Car A6
- Toyota Corolla Hybrid 2023
- 2024 Porsche 911
Research other models of Porsche
- 2023 911
- Porsche Macan 2024
- 2023 Porsche Panamera
- 2023 Boxster
- Porsche 911 2024
- 2023 Cayenne
- 2023 Porsche Cayman S
Research similar vehicles
- 2023 BMW M4
- BMW M8 Competition
- 2023 Chevrolet Camaro
- 2024 Jaguar F-TYPE
- Lexus LC
- Lexus LC 500 Convertible
- 2023 Aston Martin DB11
- 2023 Corvette
Other models
- Used Chevrolet Astro in Charlotte, NC
- Used Kia Sorento-Hybrid in West Babylon, NY
- Used Suzuki XL-7 in Port Arthur, TX
- Used Rivian R1S in Redford, MI
- New Genesis GV70 for Sale in Fairmont, WV
- Used Lexus RX-450HL in Indian Trail, NC
- New BMW X3 for Sale in Hermiston, OR
- Used Ram 1500-Classic in Northbrook, IL
- Used Saturn Astra in Fremont, NE
- Used Volkswagen Jetta-Hybrid in Olympia, WA