The Porsche 964 occupies a unique and increasingly important place in the evolution of the 911 lineage. Introduced as the successor to the G-Series, the 964 combined the timeless design and analogue driving experience of the classic air-cooled 911 with significantly modernised engineering, improved usability, and advanced technology.
The Carrera 4 Cabriolet offers a particularly compelling combination: open-top driving, naturally aspirated flat-six performance, and Porsche’s sophisticated all-wheel-drive system derived from the legendary 959 programme.
Today, the 964 is widely recognised as one of the most usable and collectible air-cooled 911 generations—modern enough for regular driving, yet still deeply mechanical and analogue in character.
Model Context & Second-Series Significance
This example is particularly desirable as a second-series 964, produced after Porsche implemented important mechanical revisions to address the well-known early-production issues affecting the first 1989–1991 cars.
Most notably, later-production 964s benefitted from:
- Revised cylinder head sealing design
- Updated engine case improvements
- Improved oil leak prevention measures
- General refinement of reliability and assembly quality
These updates significantly improved long-term durability and are one of the key reasons knowledgeable collectors and enthusiasts tend to favour later 1992-onward production cars such as this example.
The 964 generation itself introduced numerous advances over earlier 911s, including:
- Coil-spring suspension replacing torsion bars
- Power steering
- ABS braking
- Improved aerodynamics
- Retractable rear spoiler
- Sophisticated all-wheel-drive system on Carrera 4 models
Despite these modernisations, the 964 retained the compact dimensions and unmistakable driving feel of the classic air-cooled 911.
Identity & Configuration
- Model: Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Cabriolet
- Year: 1992
- Chassis: WP0ZZZ96ZNS451162
- Model type: 964 530
- Engine type: M64/01-62N
- Gearbox type: G64/00
- Exterior colour: L700 Black
- Transmission: Manual gearbox
- Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
Factory option codes include:
- C07 – Italian-market specification
- 231 – Bridged differential / tyre specification
- 327 – Blaupunkt radio
- 403 – 17-inch Cup wheels
- 437 – 8-way electrical comfort seat, left
- 438 – 8-way electrical comfort seat, right
- 567 – Green-tinted windscreen with graduated tint band
- 573 – Air conditioning
History, Provenance & Documentation
This Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Cabriolet was delivered new in Italy by:
- 17/02/1992 – Delivered by Delcar S.p.A., Centro Porsche Varese (dealer code 0107)
Known ownership and service history includes:
- 15/09/1992 – First Italian registration to Renato C., Seregno (MI), Italy
- 27/02/2002 – Service at 26,000 km by Porsche Wendecar S.r.l., Centro Porsche Varese
- Second owner: Lico S., Cuasso Al Monte (VA), Italy
- 28/03/2005 – Service at 47,000 km by Porsche Wendecar S.r.l.
- 03/05/2008 – Service at 66,000 km by Porsche Wendecar S.r.l.
- 10/07/2010 – Service at 83,000 km by Porsche Wendecar S.r.l.
- Third owner: Stefano M., Cardana di Besozzo (VA), Italy
- 26/05/2021 – Acquired by current Belgian owner at 97,872 km
- 06/05/2025 – Belgian MOT at 107,335 km
- 06/10/2025 – Works carried out at 108,942 km by independent Porsche specialist
- 18/02/2026 – Service at 109,050 km including fluids, spark plugs, and filters
The car today shows exactly 109,331 km.
Service History & Recent Works
The car benefits from a coherent and well-documented maintenance history, with repeated servicing through official Porsche channels in Italy during much of its early life.
Recent works carried out by an independent Porsche specialist in Belgium include:
October 2025 – 108,942 km
- Washer system repair
- Winter recommissioning
- Replacement of front bonnet struts
February 2026 – 109,050 km
- Full service
- Fluids replaced
- Spark plugs replaced
- Filters replaced
Invoices for these works are on file.
Condition & Presentation
The car presents as a highly honest and well-preserved example of the 964 Carrera 4 Cabriolet.
The bodywork retains excellent proportions and panel fit, while the classic black-over-black specification gives the car a timeless and understated appearance.
Importantly, the car retains a 100% original interior, preserved in very good condition throughout. The seats, dashboard, carpets, trim elements, and switchgear all maintain the authentic atmosphere characteristic of the air-cooled Porsche era.
Additional originality details include:
- Original Porsche factory paint-code sticker under the front bonnet
- Original factory specification option sticker still present under the front bonnet
- Original Blaupunkt radio documentation and anti-theft code card
The electrically operated convertible hood functions perfectly and operates exactly as intended.
The car displays a few minor stone chips and cosmetic signs of age consistent with careful use and mileage, reinforcing its authentic and unrestored character rather than excessive cosmetic refurbishment.
Mechanically, the car is described as:
- Running and driving correctly
- Properly maintained
- Ready for immediate use
Documentation & Accessories
The car is accompanied by:
- Original Porsche leather document pouch
- Original service booklet
- Original owner’s manual
- Original Blaupunkt radio documentation
- Original anti-theft radio code card
- Two keys
- Service invoices
- Belgian registration documents
- Valid Belgian MOT certificate
Collectability & Market Position
The Porsche 964 has firmly established itself as one of the most desirable modern classic 911 generations.
Key elements driving collector interest include:
- Air-cooled flat-six engine
- Compact classic 911 dimensions
- Analogue driving feel
- Increasing rarity of unmodified examples
- Strong usability compared to earlier air-cooled models
Second-series cars such as this example are especially appreciated due to their improved mechanical reliability and refined production updates.
This car further benefits from:
- Italian-market delivery
- Documented long-term history
- Manual gearbox
- Highly original presentation
- Original interior and factory stickers preserved
- Fully functional electric hood
- Belgian registration and usability
As the market increasingly focuses on authentic, mechanically correct air-cooled 911s, well-documented examples such as this continue to attract growing collector interest.
Summary
A highly attractive and well-documented Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, combining:
- Desirable second-series production
- Manual gearbox
- Italian-market provenance
- Highly original condition
- Preserved factory details and interior
- Strong documented history
An increasingly collectible air-cooled 911 equally suited for touring, regular enjoyment, or long-term collection.
Location & Viewing
The car is currently located in Wavre (Belgium), with Belgian road registration and valid MOT.
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