1996 Porsche 993 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Highlights
- Well maintained with thick history file
- Low mileage car in great condition
- Only four registered keepers
- 16 service stamps and recent service
- Long MOT to October 2024
- Last of the air cooled classic 911s
- Stylish car with convertible versatility
The Appeal
The 993 was the last, lucky roll of the dice for the classic air cooled 911. Updating the aesthetics increasing the power - again - delivered a potent and well sorted sports car that is becoming increasingly popular with enthusiasts.
This low mileage Carrera convertible has clearly been looked after by its four keepers. The Polar Silver paintwork and black leather interior betray few signs of its 28 years while the thick history file shows regular servicing irrespective of mileage and light enhancements. It is fitted with the 270bhp 3.6litre air cooled flat six mated to the factory 4spd automatic gearbox, a specification that, combined with the roof, makes it perfect for touring.
In the hands of the current keeper since 2010, it has recently been serviced and comes with a long MOT. This is a very tidy, highly presented 993 that is perfect for summer road trips.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 30th April 1996
- Four registered keepers
- Current keeper since August 2010
- Thick history file dating back to car’s early days
- Lots of history from current keeper’s tenure
- 16 service stamps by main dealers and specialists
- Most recently serviced in September 2022 at 71,128 miles
- Regular brake fluid and long life checks to 2008
- 2 keys
- Factory handbooks in good condition
- MOT to 3rd October 2024with 73,584 miles showing on test and no advisories
The Condition
- Smart Polar Silver metallic (A8) paintwork in very good order
- There are some minor chips and scratches to paint but less than typical for age
- Straight, well kept bodywork with good construction and no notable deterioration
- Sits on smart 18in five spoke factory alloy wheels showing good condition
- The rims are well kept with only minor marks to note in photographs
- Black fabric roof in good condition with clear rear screen and good material finish
- The roof was fitted when the vendor acquired the car in 2010
- Underside presents well with no structural advisories on current MOT
- Pirelli tyres which appear to be in good condition with decent remaining tread
- Space saver spare wheel in front boot with tyre pump included
- Black leather interior which is mostly standard and unmodified
- Some minor upgrades fitted by seller but original parts included in sale
- These include chrome-ringed dials and new door handles
- Fitted with a high-end stereo system with new speakers and sub woofer under seat
- Black leather seats present very well with few signs of age or use
- Interior fittings are well presented with tidy switchgear and fittings
- Recent new black carpets fitted through cabin
- Wind deflector included
The Mechanics
- 3,596cc M64 flat-six delivering 270bhp
- 4spd automatic gearbox
- Lowered suspension
- Original springs included in the sale
- Well maintained by main dealers and specialists
- 16 service stamps most recently in September 2022
- Few miles covered since the last service work
- No reported running or driving issues
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