nice photos.
nz new ?
996 c2 vs 997 c4s ?

Thanks schatters.
Yes, NZ new - 3 owners, last for 8 years, very low mileage.
Can't comment on a 997 C4S as not driven one, but most would say the 997 is better looking and being a later model has many improvements. They are also significantly more expensive in the 2nd hand market. Model for model with comparable mileage about $25-35000 more.
The reputation of the 996 as a lemon has pretty much gone, now that styling issues have "matured" and the mechanical woes are now well known with effective solutions.
The 996 C2 is reputedly one of the more involving drives in older 911s - much more civilised than a 993, but that latter car's rawness is a huge part of it's appeal for many.
And as I said above, I'd choose 2WD over AWD for my fun car. If it was a daily family car, different story of course.