Vehicle Description
The last of the air-cooled Porsches is already a designation that
is becoming worth its weight in gold. But then you add in one of
the most desirable colors, the traction advantage of all-wheel
drive, and a well-documented two-owner history, and this 1996
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 is in the new class of dream classics.
For many, the 993 generation is the ultimate evolution and
expression of the original 911. It takes the purity of the iconic
design - with its race-inspired tall headlights and wraparound rear
end - and gives it a bit of updated streamlining. This example
looks particularly striking in Guards Red. This is one of the
longest-running colors with nearly a half-century of continuous
history at Porsche. So you get a bold color that also upholds the
tradition of a company that believes in careful evolution. The
finish shows all the right signs of being the factory application,
and its quality testament to both Porsche quality and attentive
care (there's even a clear bra over parts of the rear section.) You
will find some signs of use, including at the front from some
highway travel, but overall, you can really tell the difference
that comes from exceptional care. This is a two-owner car that was
with its first owner for about 20 years, and the included service
records show that the second owner was just as mindful of proper
care and maintenance. Clear headlights, clean glass, smooth lines,
the deployable spoiler, and special optional turbo-style wheels are
all part of this package that shows you are not just buying a car;
you are joining its history.
The seductively dark black leather interior continues this car's
desirable color presentation. Stepping inside you sit in the
comfortable and supportive bucket seat that power adjusts to the
ideal position - after all, this is a true driver's car. And
Porsche's race-ready sensibilities also mean the tachometer is
directly in front of you. The rest of the instruments surround this
in their own clearly marked pods to give you a comprehensive view
of what's going on with the engine. While this is all meant to be a
car focused for the road, it doesn't skip on comfortable features.
This includes a power sunroof, power windows, power locks, keyless
entry/alarm, cruise control, the factory AM/FM/CD stereo, and
cold-blowing air conditioning. And as a late part of the 993
generation you also get the best in safety with dual front airbags
and antilock brakes. The whole package is quite well preserved
where you can see the miles were done with respect, and the only
addition you're likely to find is a well-paced navigation
screen.
Lift the rear hatch to see arguably your favorite part of this car.
The air-cooled flat-six is the bedrock of Porsche's reputation, and
this is its final evolution. The 3.6-liter was one of the most
advanced powerplants of its time. It includes the Varioram system
which allows the motor to have a broader, flatter torque curve that
results in excellent performance, especially from a standstill.
This shows all the right signs of being the original powerhouse,
and the maintenance file shows a history of keeping this a
strong-running coupe. This ranges from fully rebuilding the
powerhouse in 2010 to getting its proper routine major service in
2020. So you can look through the files and see that this one has
the investments to support its pedigree. Even the desirable
six-speed manual transmission was rebuilt around the same time as
the motor. The 993 is also known for how Porsche utilized their
engineering prowess for the driving experience. The 911 has always
been famous for its sporty fully-independent suspension, and the
993 seems to be one of the best balances of subtracting oversteer
while still feeling like a true classic 911. Plus, the second
generation of the Carrera 4's all-wheel drive makes it one of the
most confident sports cars of its era. Add in power steering,
four-wheel disc brakes, and grippy Michelin Pilot sport tires, and
this is a terrific all-around driving machine.
The sale comes complete with the owner's manual packet and
maintenance history. This is the car you've been waiting for. But a
well-preserved Porsche 911 Carrera 4 in the perfect colors never
waits for long. Don't miss out, call today!
