1995 PORSCHE 911 (993) CARRERA CABRIOLET

KEY FACTS

• An attractive and very usable example of the open-top air-cooled 911, presented in a timeless colour scheme.
• Under the engine lid is the 3.6-litre air-cooled naturally aspirated flat-six, producing 272bhp and driving the rear wheels through a four-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted shift buttons.
• This C16-code, UK-registered 993 is provided with a well-documented service history from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 911 Carrera Cabriolet is finished in the sleek hue of Polar Silver Metallic over a Marble Grey leather-trimmed interior, and rides on its original 17-inch Porsche-crested ‘Cup’ alloy wheels.
• Factory-fitted equipment includes lowered suspension, air conditioning, electrically adjustable comfort seats, and a wind deflector.
• The car is largely unmodified, save for its Hayward & Scott stainless-steel exhaust silencers and more modern Kenwood radio/CD player.
• It will be accompanied by its original owner’s book pack, comprehensive service history across two books, its toolkit and its spare tyre.

Factory specification:

• C16: UK market car
• 033: Lowered suspension
• 249: Tiptronic transmission, 4-speed
• 288: Headlamp washer
• 379: Standard seat, left, electrical height adjustment
• 380: Standard seat, right, electrical height adjustment
• 398: 17-inch ‘Cup’ wheels
• 432: Tiptronic buttons for steering wheel
• 455: Anti-theft wheel lock
• 490: Sound system
• 551: Wind deflector
• 567: Top-tinted windscreen
• 573: Air conditioner
• 659: Board computer

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage.
• The Polar Silver paintwork has been resprayed in the past and presents very well, with a few minor imperfections in line with the vehicle’s age and mileage. These include a couple of minor scuffs to the front and rear bumpers and side skirt, as well as small blemishes on the edges of both doors, and some bubbling on the black window trims.
• The convertible hood is free of any rips or tears; however there is some light fraying around its edges.
• Moving inside, the Marble Grey leather is generally smart, and while there is some creasing and wear on the seats and gear knob, this is in line with the car’s mileage.
• The steering wheel is discoloured and worn, and would arguably benefit from being refurbished or re-trimmed in due course.
• The ignition lock is worn but still working as it should, and there are no known electrical or mechanical faults.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 9 July 2019 at 97,732 miles, when it registered a clean, first-time pass. It will have a new MOT certificate ready for handover to the next owner.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Carrera Cabriolet’s most routine maintenance was a major service, which was carried out in June 2017 at 97,732 miles by specialist Precision Porsche, who also changed the brake fluid. It has been in storage at the same company since then, which accounts for fact the mileage has not changed.
• Prior to this, Precision Porsche serviced the car in June 2014 at 97,625 miles and in April 2013 at 96,346 miles.

Dates and mileage:

• Jun 2017 - 97,732 miles – Precision Porsche
• Jun 2014 – 97,625 miles – Precision Porsche
• Apr 2013 – 96,346 miles – Precision Porsche
• Feb 2012 – 94,341 miles – 911 Classic LTD
• Jun 2011 – 93,306 miles – Hillcrest Porsche Specialist
• Feb 2010 – 89,384 miles – The Porsche Shop
• Jun 2009 – 86,551 miles – The Porsche Shop
• May 2008 – 79,963 miles – Paragon
• May 2007 – 74,631 miles – Paragon
• Jun 2006 – 69,604 miles – Paragon
• May 2005 – 67,570 miles – The German Car Service Centre
• May 2004 – 64,564 miles – Paragon
• Sep 2003 – 62,118 miles – Paragon
• Sep 2002 – 54,900 miles – Paragon
• May 2001 – 46,661 miles – The German Car Service Centre
• Aug 2000 – 41,274 miles – Team Traction Porsche Centre
• Aug 1999 – 32,549 miles – Glenvarigill Company Ltd
• Aug 1998 – 23,269 miles – Glenvarigill Company Ltd
• Dec 1997 – 15,864 miles – Lancaster Cambridge Porsche Centre
• Aug 1996 – 11,527 miles – Lancaster Bow

SUMMARY

This Porsche 993 Carrera Cabriolet is a handsome example of the last of the air-cooled 911s, presented in smart overall condition and routinely maintained by marque specialists until mid-2017. It will need a fresh MOT certificate and would benefit from a service, and should then make a fine companion for warm-weather road trips.

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