For Sale: 1997 Porsche 911 in Scotts Valley, California

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1997 Porsche 911 C2S
VIN: WP0AA2999VS322629

The final iteration of the air-cooled 911
Remarkably preserved - 15,548 original miles
Stunning color combination of Arena Red metallic with grey leather interior
Only 4 owners in 28 years, with one ownership spanning 23 years
3.6L aircooled flat six engine producing 282 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque
6-speed manual transmission, rear wheel drive
Spec'd with 18" Technology hollow spoke alloy wheels, stereo with CD player, HiFi sound package with speakers, full power drivers seat, and more
Has Porsche Production Specifications certificate, books, tools, compressor, jack, spare wheel/tire

The Porsche 993 marked the final generation of the Porsche offering air-cooled sports cars. Eager to buy one of the last 911s from the air-cooled modern era, the 993 generation of 911s were incredibly popular due to their quality, handling, power delivery, comfort, and overall being able to do everything well. Designed from the ground up both mechanically and cosmetically, the 993 was considered to be the best-driving 911 built to date and also carried a subtle beauty to its design. Unsure of what the future of the 911 would bring with water cooling, the 993 was believed by collectors to be the final triumph. Those who were fortunate to find themselves purchasing one of these final 911s were treated to one of the greatest driving experiences a Porsche could provide, with all the refinements and improvements that you'd come to expect from a company like Porsche.

This 1997 Porsche 911 C2S was produced on February 2nd, 1997 in the stunning combination of Arena Red Metallic with a Classic Grey leather interior. Optioned with 18" Technology hollow spoke wheels, a CD player, the HiFi sound package with speakers, full power drivers seat, and Porsche Floor mats, with an original MSRP of $70,034.00. The 911 was first purchased from Stevinson Jaguar - Porsche in Lakewood, Colorado on May 3rd, 1997 by Geoffrey Bailey in Golden, Colorado. Bailey was the caretaker for several months but obviously enjoyed the car, racking up over 2,000 miles in around 5 months. It was then sold to its next and longest caretaker and resident of Colorado Springs, Jerry Lubell, in October of 1997 with 2,215 miles on the odometer.

Lubell was an exceptional caretaker of the C2S, evident not only by his 23-year stewardship of the 911, but also keeping the car regularly maintained by Prestige Imports, Inc. of Lakewood, Colorado and European Performance Specialists of Colorado Springs, Colorado. During this time regular fluid changes and filters were addressed, but was a reliable vehicle overall. In 2005 Lubell and his wife entered the car into the 22nd Annual Exotic Sports Car Show & Concours d'Elegance, taking 2nd in class. The C2S was entered again in 2007, whereas this time they took 1st in class. Driving the car sparingly, Lubell accumulated only 12,262 miles by August of 2014. Also evident of how the C2S was cared for, the Arena Red metallic paint is all original to the car as well as the interior.

After 23 years, the car was sold in November of 2020 to its new caretaker, also located in Colorado. Later the car was acquired by a northern California collector who kept the car for 3 years before it arrived at Canepa, with just 15,548 miles on the odometer.

Upon arrival at Canepa, the car was thoroughly checked both cosmetically and mechanically. In fantastic original condition no doubt due to its exceptional caretakers, this Arena Red Metallic C2S is a rarity. Preparing for Canepa's showroom, the 911 went through the "Canepa Difference" process where the original Ocean Blue Metallic paint received a foam-pad polish to enhance the already impressive luster, and all surfaces throughout the car were cleaned. Mechanically inspected and given a clean bill of health as expected, with the 911 not needing very much attention due to its fantastic caretakers and their treatment of the car for the last 28 years. Included with the C2S are a collection of maintenance records, the Porsche Production Specification certificate, books, tools, jack, compressor, and spare wheel/tire.

One of the most sought-after air-cooled Porsches today, the 911 C2S represents the final culmination of air-cooled evolution, with all the refinements and performance enhancements Porsche could throw at the naturally aspirated C2S. With a 6-speed manual transmission, wide Turbo bodywork, and rear wheel drive paired with a fantastic driving experience, this 911 C2S is ready and is prepared to be enjoyed to the fullest for the next 30 years.