A silver-colored Porsche 993 Carrera 2 Cabrio is for sale in this auction. The vehicle was produced in Zuffenhausen in 1996 and then exported to the United States to the Porsche agency in Palo Alto. The lively sports car was registered for the first time in July of the same year and spent most of the last 25 years in California before being brought back to Germany by a collector in 2015. In its history the car has only had three owners and has remained accident free since its return to Europe and probably before. The history of the sports car is easy to understand in the checkbook, but not all the documents are available. For this reason, it is not possible to make a reliable statement about matching numbers without a doubt, but the Porsche 993 must first be officially registered in Germany. Registration as a historic vehicle is not yet possible, so the main inspection must be carried out by the TÜV. With a valid operating license, the future owner can look forward to a roadworthy car that is handed over in good general condition with 2 vehicle keys and numerous documents.
The silver finish gives the Porsche 993 Cabrio an exclusive and graceful look. The powerful sports car literally glitters in the sun, while the black folding roof and the dark radiator grille create a pleasant contrast. The vehicle was upgraded with an elegant rear spoiler, otherwise no external modifications were made to the Carrera. The exterior is in almost new condition with no bumps, dents or corrosion, only two small holes on the soft top and tiny paint damage on the bumpers and doors spoil the otherwise wonderful overall impression.
Original Porsche alloy wheels are mounted on the vehicle, which give the Porsche 993 Cabrio additional dynamics thanks to their five-spoke look. The Kumho Ecsta tires in sizes 205/50 and 255/40 are in good condition, as are the rims, the brakes were completely renewed in early 2022. No modifications were made to the chassis, whether there are any previously undiscovered defects in this area should be clarified during an inspection.
The interior of the vehicle is kept in a subtle dark grey. Elegant leather armchairs with fabric seats were installed and the floor was carpeted. The side doors are a combination of both materials, and the cockpit has a neat gray plastic look. The displays and controls are designed in an elegant black, the same as the radio, the ventilation and other internals. The vehicle also has power steering, central locking, power windows, air conditioning and cruise control, as well as a driver's airbag, a vehicle cover and power seats. The interior makes a very neat impression and shows no visible damage, only the seats show years of use.
The Porsche 993 Carrera Cabrio has covered a little more than 200,000 kilometers to date, as can be seen on the speedometer disc and as can be seen from the service documents. Unfortunately, the speedometer has been defective for some time, and the interior lighting, the electric exterior mirrors and the rear left loudspeaker are currently not working. All other gauges are fully operational, so repairing the speedometer should be a priority.
The Porsche 993 Carrera 2 is fitted with a 6-cylinder boxer engine with a displacement of 3.6 liters and an output of 286 HP (210 KW) on the road. The top speed is reached at 275 km/h and the power transmission is controlled via a 6-speed gearbox. The fuel consumption of 11.3l per 100 km is extremely moderate for a sports car. There are no known defects in the engine or the technology, and the underbody is also in good condition. The last known service was 8 years ago, but DEKRA did not find any defects in 2017, so that detailed aspects can be clarified as part of the inspection and general inspection.
In 2022, the vehicle's brakes were replaced, putting the Porsche 993 Carrera Cabrio in a roadworthy condition. In the interior of the sports car, the minor repairs mentioned are necessary, and it should also be checked why the electronics on the vehicle hood are currently not working.
The silver Porsche 993 Carrera 2 Cabrio is a real classic from the car manufacturer from Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen. Compared to the previous models 911 and 964, the technology of the lively sports car is much more sophisticated and reliable, so that workshop visits are the exception. The 993 is also the last vehicle in the 911 model series to be equipped with an air-cooled engine, which should be an important argument for tradition-conscious Porsche purists in particular. The silver sports car is the ideal vehicle for short jaunts and extended trips, with elegance, power and comfort guaranteeing maximum driving pleasure.
