Overview of the Porsche 911 Carrera 992
This is a genuinely exceptional example of the current generation Porsche 911 Carrera, chassis code 992NC1, first registered in Japan in May 2024 and showing just 5,903 km on the clock, which converts to approximately 3,669 miles. Finished in the paid option Carmine Red exterior colour over a two tone Slate Grey and Crayon leather interior, this car comes to auction at USS Tokyo carrying an auction grade of 5, the highest condition grade USS awards, with an interior grade of A. It is a one owner, dealer imported car making its first appearance at auction, bought directly from the private owner rather than via a dealer trade in, and it arrives with dealer service records and just over 5,059,000 yen of factory options fitted from new. For a UK buyer looking at Porsche 911 Carrera imports from Japan, a low mileage, single owner 992 Carrera in this specification and condition is a genuinely rare find on the current market.
The Drive Review
The 992 generation Carrera carries forward the formula that has made the 911 the benchmark rear engined sports car for six decades, but wrapped in Porsche's most refined and capable chassis yet. Power comes from a 3.0 litre twin turbocharged flat six, mounted low and behind the rear axle in classic 911 tradition, sending drive through an eight speed PDK dual clutch automatic to the rear wheels in this 2WD Carrera specification. The flat six retains that unmistakable 911 exhaust note, a hard edged, slightly metallic rasp at idle that hardens into a proper wail as the revs climb, and turbo lag has been almost entirely engineered out so response feels immediate rather than boosted. In everyday driving the PDK gearbox is faultless, shifting cleanly and quickly whether left in Drive or worked manually via the paddles, and the ride, helped on this car by the Sport Chrono Package and its adjustable dampers, manages to be genuinely comfortable at a cruise while still tightening up convincingly the moment you select Sport or Sport Plus.
What continues to set the 911 apart from rivals is the steering. Porsche's electromechanical setup on the 992 is one of the best in the business, weighting up naturally, communicating road surface detail without being nervous, and giving the driver real confidence to place the car precisely, something that matters given the rear engined layout's unusual weight distribution. That layout, which once demanded genuine skill and respect from the driver in older 911s, has been tamed by decades of chassis development, wider front tracks and clever electronics, but the fundamental character remains: huge traction out of a corner, a chassis that rotates keenly under trail braking, and steering feedback that lets an experienced driver exploit the car's grip right up to the limit. This example benefits from the Sport Chrono Package with its steering wheel mode dial, adaptive cruise control, Traffic Jam Assist and Lane Change Assist, along with Power Steering Plus and a front axle lift system that raises the nose over speed bumps and steep driveways, a genuinely useful option on a car with such a low front splitter. Weaknesses to be aware of on any 992 include the usual turbocharged engine servicing discipline (oil changes on schedule matter more than ever on turbo flat sixes), the relatively firm ride on the larger optional wheel sizes, and the complexity of the electronics that now underpin everything from the climate control to the driver assistance systems, meaning a full service history and correctly functioning software matter more than on older, simpler 911s.
Auction Details
This Porsche 911 Carrera was sold through USS Tokyo, one of Japan's largest and most respected auction houses, under lot number 75116, with the auction taking place on 1 October 2026. The auction start price was set at ¥12,800,000. Autoselecta's own guide bidding range for this car is £79,000 to £90,750, and recent results for comparable 911s sold at Japanese auction have ranged from £43,382 to £95,959, with a typical selling price around £79,104, though that wider range reflects a mix of specifications, mileages and conditions rather than cars identical to this one. This guide range is an estimated bidding range based on recent market activity, not a guaranteed purchase price, and Autoselecta cannot promise the car will sell within it. The minimum bid Autoselecta will place on this car changes after publication and is shown live in the price panel on this page rather than stated in this report. All bids must be submitted before 9PM UK time the evening before auction.
Vehicle Specifications
Manufacturer: Porsche. Model: 911. Generation and grade: 992 Carrera. Chassis code: 7BA-992NC1. Model year: 2024, first registered May 2024 (Reiwa 6). Engine: 3,000 cc twin turbocharged flat six petrol. Transmission: automatic (PDK, floor shift, coded FAT on the auction sheet). Drive type: 2WD, rear wheel drive. Exterior colour: Red, specifically the paid option Carmine Red, colour code M3C, original factory colour with no respray recorded. Interior colour: two tone Slate Grey and Crayon leather; the interior colour box on the auction sheet itself was left blank but the sales points confirm this two tone specification. Mileage at auction: 5,903 km, approximately 3,669 miles. Seating capacity: 4. Steering: right hand drive. Frame number: WP0ZZZ99ZRS202515. Registration plate at time of auction: Shinagawa 333 so 8878. Shaken (Japanese roadworthiness inspection) valid until 26 May 2027. Auction house: USS Tokyo. Lot number: 75116. Auction grade: 5. Interior grade: A.
Factory Features and Equipment
This Carrera was specified with a substantial 5,059,000 yen of factory options, a considerable sum reflecting how thoroughly equipped this particular car is. Confirmed items from the auction sheet and sales points include a tilt and slide electric glass sunroof, the Sport Chrono Package with its dashboard mounted stopwatch (visible in the photographs), 14 way electrically adjustable sports seats trimmed in the two tone Slate Grey and Crayon leather, a front axle lift system to protect the front splitter, Power Steering Plus for lighter low speed steering effort, adaptive cruise control, Traffic Jam Assist and Lane Change Assist as part of the driver assistance suite, a BOSE surround sound system, satellite navigation, ETC 2.0 electronic toll collection, automatic climate control air conditioning, power steering, power windows, leather upholstery and an airbag system. The wheels are 20 inch front and 21 inch rear RS Spyder Design forged alloys finished with coloured crest centre caps, paired with a SportDesign package in high gloss black, black sports tailpipes, Guards Red seat belts and side Porsche decals along the sills, all visible in the accompanying photographs. A new car service book with warranty is confirmed present, along with a dealer service record book dated August 2025 (Reiwa 7.8). The warranty book, owner's manual and spare key are noted on the auction sheet as being sent on after the sale rather than included with the car at the point of auction, which buyers should be aware of.
Japanese Auction Report Translation
The auction sheet has been translated and checked by Autoselecta. It confirms this is lot 75116, a Porsche 911 Carrera coupe, chassis code 7BA-992NC1, first registered in May 2024. Engine capacity is listed as 3,000 cc, transmission is coded FAT for floor automatic, and drive is 2WD. The auction grade is 5 out of 5 with an interior grade of A, among the highest combinations USS awards. Odometer reading is confirmed at 5,903 km. Air conditioning is listed as AAC, automatic climate control. Exterior colour is recorded as red, the original factory colour with no colour change, colour code M3C. Fuel type is petrol. The sheet confirms a new car service book with warranty is present, marked with a circle. Import classification is listed as dealer import, and the car is right hand drive. The recycling deposit is noted at 20,560 yen, seating capacity is 4, and the registration plate and frame number are recorded as detailed above. Equipment ringed on the sheet includes SR for sunroof, genuine alloy wheels, power steering, power windows, leather, navigation and airbag, though it should be noted that distinguishing printed rings from hand drawn rings on this particular scan proved difficult in places, so this should be read as a strong indication rather than absolute certainty on every item. The sales points section highlights that this car was bought directly from the private owner, is making its first appearance at auction, is a one owner car, carries the paid option Carmine Red exterior colour, has the two tone Slate Grey and Crayon leather seats, the tilt and slide electric glass sunroof, front axle lift, Sport Chrono Package, 14 way sports seats, Traffic Jam Assist, adaptive cruise control, ETC 2.0, BOSE surround sound and Lane Change Assist. The points to note section adds the 20 and 21 inch RS Spyder Design alloy wheels with coloured crest caps, the SportDesign package in high gloss black, Power Steering Plus, black sports tailpipes, Guards Red seat belts, side Porsche decals, and confirms a dealer service record book dated August 2025 along with total factory options worth 5,059,000 yen. The sheet also states that the warranty book, owner's manual and spare key will be sent on after the sale rather than supplied with the vehicle immediately. Under the inspector's own written report, two specific comments are recorded: scuffed seat edge, and small scratches. No other mechanical, electrical or leak related comments are noted on the sheet.
Damage Diagram and Body Condition
The vehicle diagram on the auction sheet marks four separate points with the letter A, denoting a scratch, at the front of the car around the bonnet and front end, on the left hand side around the door area, on the right hand side also around the door area, and at the rear around the bumper and rear end. Notably, none of these markings carries the usual severity number (1, 2 or 3) that would normally indicate whether each is a small, medium or large scratch, so the precise size and depth of these marks cannot be confirmed from the sheet alone. Combined with the inspector's separate written note of small scratches, this points to light cosmetic marking in a small number of areas rather than anything structural or of concern, consistent with an auction grade of 5, which is the top condition band USS awards and is reserved for cars that are effectively like new with only minor imperfections. No dents, dimples, rust, corrosion, repaired panels, replaced panels or paint mismatch codes appear anywhere on the diagram. Viewing the photographs, the car presents extremely well, with glossy, unmarked looking Carmine Red paintwork across the bonnet, doors, sills and rear bumper, tight and consistent panel gaps, and no visible stone chipping, fading or touch up work in the areas the camera has captured, though buyers should remember that light A grade scratches of this kind are often not visible in standard photographs and would typically only be found on close physical inspection. Overall this is a usable, well kept example in genuinely excellent cosmetic order for its age and mileage, sitting comfortably towards the top end of collector grade condition for a modern 911 rather than requiring any recommissioning or bodywork attention.
Interior Condition
Interior grade is recorded as A, the highest interior condition band on the USS scale, and this is one of the strongest indicators on the whole sheet of how lightly this car has been used. The inspector's only interior comment is a scuffed seat edge, a minor and extremely common wear point on any car with sports seats given how occupants brush against the bolster getting in and out, and this alone should not be read as a sign of heavier use. The photographs show the two tone Slate Grey and Crayon leather sports seats, dashboard, door cards and centre console all looking clean, unmarked and free of the fading, cracking or heavy wear that would be expected on a higher mileage car. The Sport Chrono stopwatch is fitted centrally on the dashboard top, the digital instrument cluster and central infotainment screen both appear in good working order in the images, and the steering wheel, gear selector and door trims all show typical new car condition consistent with the low 5,903 km recorded. No mention is made on the auction sheet of any dashboard cracking, headlining sagging, odours, smoke damage or electrical faults, and Autoselecta has no information to suggest any of these are present.
Japanese Auction Grades
Japanese auction grades are assigned by trained, independent inspectors employed by the auction house rather than by the seller, and are intended to give a quick, standardised snapshot of a car's condition before it crosses the block. Exterior grades typically run from 6 down through 5, 4.5, 4, 3.5, 3, 2 and 1, with 5 being reserved for vehicles that are close to new or in outstanding condition with only very minor imperfections, exactly the position this car occupies. Interior grades are graded separately using a letter scale, with S and A representing the best available condition, again matching what has been recorded here. It is worth understanding that these grades are a condition guide produced by visual and basic mechanical inspection at the auction venue, not a full mechanical warranty or an inspection to the standard of an independent pre purchase engineer's report, which is why the specific written inspector comments and diagram markings translated above matter just as much as the headline grade number.
Model History
The Porsche 911 has been in continuous production since 1963, and the 992 generation, launched in 2019, represents the eighth full generation of the model while remaining unmistakably a 911 in silhouette, proportion and driving position. The 992 grew slightly over its 991 predecessor, gained a wider front track shared across the range for the first time, adopted a fully digital instrument cluster alongside the traditional centrally mounted analogue rev counter, and introduced a completely redesigned interior with Porsche's latest infotainment and driver assistance technology. The Carrera sits at the entry point of the current 911 range, using a 3.0 litre twin turbocharged flat six engine mounted behind the rear axle, and is available with either Porsche's PDK dual clutch automatic, as fitted to this car, or a manual gearbox depending on market and specification. The 911 nameplate carries an unbroken competition pedigree stretching from early rallying success through decades of GT and endurance racing, and that motorsport DNA continues to inform the engineering of even the entry level Carrera today.
Why This Model Has Become Collectible
The 911 has long occupied a unique position in the sports car world as the one model that has never been fully reinvented, only continuously refined, which gives every generation a clear lineage back to the original and a strong sense of engineering continuity that collectors and enthusiasts value highly. Rear engined flat six sports cars of this configuration are increasingly rare in an industry moving towards mid engined layouts and electrification, and the analogue feeling steering, naturally aspirated derived flat six exhaust note, and genuinely usable everyday practicality of the Carrera continue to set it apart from more extreme, less liveable performance cars. Right hand drive, low mileage, single owner examples such as this one are becoming harder to source in Japan as the domestic market for 992 generation cars matures, and cars specified this comprehensively, with the paid Carmine Red exterior, two tone leather, Sport Chrono Package and RS Spyder Design wheels, are not something that turns up regularly at auction. While Autoselecta cannot promise future values, the enduring global demand for well documented, lightly used, first owner 911s of any generation is well established, and a car with dealer service records, no colour change and only cosmetic level inspector comments represents a genuinely desirable buying opportunity in the current market.
What To Look For When Buying This Model
Buyers considering any 992 generation Carrera should check that all scheduled servicing has been carried out on time, since the twin turbocharged flat six is more sensitive to oil quality and change intervals than earlier naturally aspirated 911 engines. It is worth confirming that all driver assistance electronics, including adaptive cruise control, Traffic Jam Assist and Lane Change Assist, are functioning correctly, as these systems rely on cameras and sensors that can be knocked out of calibration by even minor front or rear end contact. On this specific car, buyers should note the four unnumbered A grade scratch markings on the diagram at the front, both sides and the rear, the inspector's note of a scuffed seat edge and small scratches, and the fact that the warranty book, owner's manual and spare key are being sent on after the sale rather than supplied immediately, all points worth factoring into any inspection or negotiation. Given the extensive factory options fitted, from the front axle lift to the BOSE sound system and Sport Chrono Package, it is also sensible to confirm all of these systems operate as expected once the car arrives in the UK.
Why Import This Car From Japan
Japan remains one of the best sources in the world for exceptionally well kept, low mileage performance and luxury cars, thanks to a domestic culture of meticulous ownership, comprehensive service documentation, and an auction system that provides detailed, independently inspected condition reports on every vehicle before sale. A one owner, first time at auction 992 Carrera with this level of specification, this low a mileage and this strong an auction grade would be genuinely difficult to find on the UK open market at a comparable price, and buying through the Japanese auction system gives access to a far larger pool of well documented stock than typically reaches UK dealer forecourts.
Ultimate Guide For Japanese Imports
Importing a car from Japan to the UK involves winning the vehicle at auction, arranging export from Japan, shipping to the UK, and then handling UK customs clearance, import duty, VAT, and registration with the DVLA, including the necessary compliance and individual vehicle approval steps for a car of this age and specification. Working with an experienced import specialist who understands the auction system, the shipping process and UK registration requirements removes much of the uncertainty from what can otherwise be a complicated process for a first time importer.
Why Import Through Autoselecta
Autoselecta provides direct access to Japan's major auction houses, including USS Tokyo where this car is listed, giving buyers a genuine window into the Japanese domestic market rather than relying on cars that have already been cherry picked and marked up by intermediaries. Every auction sheet is translated and checked by Autoselecta before it is presented to the buyer, so nothing is lost or glossed over in translation, and the full condition picture, including grades, inspector comments and diagram markings, is set out transparently as in this report. Autoselecta assists with bidding strategy on the day of the auction, handles all export paperwork from Japan, arranges shipping to the UK, and supports buyers through the import and registration process once the car arrives, with vehicle tracking available where applicable and support through to UK arrival. Communication is maintained throughout the process so buyers are never left wondering where their car is or what stage the import has reached.
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Auction Caution
Cars sold through Japanese auction houses such as USS Tokyo are inspected before sale, but they remain used vehicles and the auction sheet is an independent condition guide rather than a full mechanical warranty. On this particular car the inspector recorded a scuffed seat edge and small scratches, and the damage diagram shows unnumbered A grade scratch markings at the front, both sides and the rear of the bodywork, meaning the precise size of these marks is not confirmed. Buyers should also note that the warranty book, owner's manual and spare key are being sent on after the sale rather than supplied with the vehicle at the point of purchase. Even a car graded 5 with interior A, as this one is, should be budgeted for a full inspection, and where necessary servicing, once it arrives in the UK, since older and newer performance cars alike can require attention after a long transit and change of climate.
