What: 2007 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S (997.1)
Color: Paint to Sample Rosso Barchetta (rossobarchetta; non-metallic uni; 320; Ferrari)
VIN: WP0AA29917S732096
Mileage: 114,192 miles
Price: $58,497
Location: Beaverton, OR
Listing: Porsche Beaverton
While the 997 market remains notably inconsistent, finding a Porsche from the mid 2000s finished in a Ferrari red is likely the most compelling discovery you will encounter today. This 911 utilizes a Paint to Sample Rosso Barchetta, a historic Italian shade that translates to “little boat” in reference to the silhouette of vintage Ferrari race cars. There is a distinct, refined irony in seeing a German machine adorned in such a storied Italian palette, as these deep, non-metallic burgundy tones provide a departure from the standard Guards Red typically found on these models.
On the inside, Sand Beige leather surfaces are contrasted by Black Alcantara seat inlays, a theme that extends to the matching black Alcantara roofliner. It is a rare, high-mileage example that has been maintained exclusively at Porsche Centers, proving that even a decade and a half later, this cross-national color combination remains a standout build.
