HIGHLIGHTS:
SPECTACULAR ORIGINAL CONDITION!
ONLY 22,337 ACTUAL MILES
ONE OWNER FROM NEW UNTIL 2015
JUST RELEASED FROM A PROMINENT PRIVATE COLLECTION
COMPLETE SERVICE LESS THAN 200 MILES AGO
DRIVES AND PERFORMS FLAWLESSLY!
ONE OF ONLY 183 PRODUCED FOR THE NORTH AMERICAN MARKET
FINAL AND MOST TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED AIR-COOLED 911 TURBO
RARE AND HIGHLY DESIRABLE COLOR COMBINATION!
KNOWN TO BE ONE OF THE HIGHEST OPTIONED TURBO S PRODUCED
FULLY DOCUMENTED WITH ITS PORSCHE CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY
ACCOMPANIED WITH ORIGINAL OWNER'S MANUAL, SERVICE BOOKLET, WINDOW STICKER, CLEAN CARFAX, TOOL ROLL, AND CAR COVER
SIMPLY THE BEST 1997 PORSCHE TURBO S ON THE MARKET TODAY!
A DREAM FOR THE PORSCHE COLLECTOR!
OPTIONS INCLUDE:
OCEAN BLUE METALLIC
FULL SUPPLE LEATHER INTERIOR WITH DEVIATING COLORS
CARBON FIBER INTERIOR TRIM
CARBON/LEATHER STEERING WHEEL
FOOTWELL & DOOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTING
5-CD HOLDER IN CONSOLE
DIGITAL SOUND PACKAGE
REMOTE CD CHANGER (6 DISCS)
INFRARED SECURITY SYSTEM
The Type 993 Porsche 911 Turbo S provided a dramatic and fitting final chapter for Porsche’s air-cooled era. A true limited-production model, only 183 examples were manufactured for North America, each carefully and uniquely prepared by Porsche’s Exclusive department with bespoke features and numerous engine and chassis upgrades. Powered by a 3.6-liter flat-six engine featuring an alloy crankcase and cylinder heads, the Turbo S received larger twin KKK K24 turbochargers over the standard Turbo, a new Bosch Motronic engine-management system modified to handle the additional output, and a secondary oil cooler for improved heat dissipation. The result was nearly instant throttle response and a quoted 424 horsepower at 6,250 rpm for the US market.
Many of the 993 Turbo’s technical advancements were adapted from the legendary 959, with electronically controlled all-wheel drive—a first for the Porsche Turbo model, being the most notable. Combined with larger cross-drilled, multi-piston, ventilated disc brakes, the Turbo S takes the regular 993 Turbo’s performance and dramatically improves it. Discrete air ducts near the fog lamps on the front valance and on the rear fenders above the wheels are telltales of a Turbo; the Turbo S further stands out with Yellow brake calipers, a new “Aerokit Turbo II” front end, and an enlarged twin-blade fixed rear wing with integrated vents feeding air to the intercooler. The wide-body design helped accommodate larger 18-inch alloy wheels, while the engine sang through four exhaust pipes. All of this along with an upgraded six-speed manual transaxle helped the Turbo S achieve 0–60 in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 184 mph.
Exhilarating performance, one-year, US-only production status, advanced 959-derived engineering, bespoke features, and assembly by Porsche Exclusive with upgraded factory components throughout, the Turbo S came together in one definitive sports car that only select few Porsche enthusiasts could acquire in 1997. The serious collector seeking an exceptionally uncommon, elegant, and powerful turbocharged, all-wheel-drive Porsche could do no better than this fine example, the final evolution of Porsche’s air-cooled tradition, heralding an end to what many aficionados consider the 911’s greatest era.
The sensational 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo S Sunroof Coupe featured here is finished in eye-catching Ocean Blue Metallic over Cashmere Tan leather with optional deviated Dark Blue elements including the dashboard, door caps, and carpets. Delivered new to its first owner in Austin, Texas on March 8, 1997, this 911 Turbo S remained in his care until 2015 when it joined a world-class collection. Through extensive research, we’ve concluded this is one of the most highly optioned Porsche 911 Turbo S produced, with many bespoke, “Sonderwunsch” (special wish), options – making this the perfect Porsche to add to any premier collection. I personally believe the investment potential of this extraordinarily rare and desirable car will grow beyond your imagination. We proudly offer this exceptional vehicle to the most demanding collector, investor, or enthusiast who desires to own the very best!
