Vehicle Description
Chassis No. WP0AA2992TS322677
The Porsche 911 Carrera 4S, introduced during the 993-generation
(1994-1998), marked the end of the air-cooled era. This model
combined the wider bodywork of the Turbo with a naturally
aspirated, 282-horsepower engine and all-wheel-drive, delivering
both style and practicality. Additionally, the C4S featured wider
"Turbo-look" 18 inch cast alloy wheels with wider tires and larger
Turbo brakes with distinctive red Turbo calipers in addition to
Turbo suspension components. Enthusiasts praised the timeless
appeal of its sleek design, enhanced by a lower stance and wider
body with enhanced performance than the standard Carrera. The
all-wheel-drive system improved traction and handling, particularly
on slippery surfaces, making it a technologically advanced feature
for its time. As one of the last Porsche models powered by the
iconic air-cooled flat-six, the Carrera 4S hit a sweet spot for
many Porsche fans.
Finished in Grand Prix White with a Black partial leather interior,
this example was additionally optioned with heated, eight-way power
adjustable front seats, cruise control, a power sunroof, and the
Becker-Porsche CDR-210 stereo. Originally delivered in Kansas, the
car was retained by the original owner, who later relocated to
California, until 2000. The car was acquired by its second owner in
January of that year with just under 17,000 miles. The clean CARFAX
Vehicle History Report shows the car was sold in 2008 to the next
owner, with whom the car saw limited use, with regular servicing
noted to have been completed by Prestige Autohaus in Walnut Creek,
California and Eason Auto of Oakland, California. Shortly after
acquiring the car, the new owner completed the 15,000 and 30,000
mile services, replacing the fluids, brakes, rotors, and tires,
repairing engine and transmission leaks, and treating the car to a
complete detail with invoices totaling more than $13,650 between
April 2008 and January 2010. This was followed by another major
service in November 2010 for nearly $5,000 that included new engine
oil, transmission oil, brake fluid, differential oils, a timing
adjustment, and fuel injector service at 32,435 miles. Just nine
months later, at 32,541 miles, the cylinder head gaskets, lifters,
and exhaust manifold gaskets were replaced for over $7,000, shortly
after which, the car was placed into storage until 2022. Following
its hibernation, it was recommissioned with new Continental tires,
fluids including oil, transmission, differential and brake fluids,
all filters, battery, and hood shocks in July 2022 at 32,604 miles,
and later finding a home with its fourth and current owner in July
2023. In September 2024, the car received a fresh service with new
oil, filter, and brake fluids in preparation for the sale.
Today, this highly sought-after air-cooled 911 remains in
exceptional condition and is offered with just under 32,800 miles
at the time of cataloging. Having spent much of its life in a dry
California climate, and in a climate controlled storage where the
current owner drove less than 80 miles since purchase, this
collectible, low mileage 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S is ready to
provide the same thrilling feel and soundtrack as it did when new,
just as the engineers who designed the car intended.
