Porsche 993 Carrera 4S – The One-Off That Captures the Final Breath of the Air-Cooled Era
There are moments in Porsche’s long and consistent history when engineering, aesthetics and circumstance meet with almost improbable precision. The 993 generation represents exactly that: the final and most refined chapter of the air-cooled era and, in many ways, the most mature expression of the concept introduced in 1964.
By the mid-1990s, decades of continuous evolution had culminated in a car that remained unmistakably mechanical and analogue, yet displayed a composure and level of sophistication never before seen in a 911. The introduction of the multi-link rear suspension brought a new dynamic grace, stability, precision and comfort woven harmoniously into the classic 911 character.
Within this family, few models possess the presence of the Carrera 4S. With its wider track, muscular proportions and beautifully balanced silhouette, the C4S combined the Turbo Look bodywork, Turbo brakes and Turbo suspension with the purity of a naturally aspirated flat-six. The result was a car that was assertive without excess, elegant without fragility. And thanks to all-wheel drive, it was also a 911 that welcomed the driver, confidence, predictability and genuine usability wrapped in one of the most charismatic shapes Porsche ever produced.
A One-of-One Example. A Pure Expression of Porsche Individuality
Every so often a specification appears that can halt even the most seasoned enthusiast. This 993 Carrera 4S is one such car, the only example ever built in Petrol Blue Metallic (376), a Paint-to-Sample colour taken from Porsche’s late-1970s palette.
It is a choice that could only have been made by someone with refined aesthetic sensitivity and a deep understanding of the marque — the combination of a classic Porsche colour with the final air-cooled generation resulted in something truly magnificent. In person, the colour transforms the C4S: it plays with light and shadow, emphasises the width of the bodywork, and gives the car a balanced, exuberant and unforgettable presence.
Delivered new in early November 1995 in Germany, it stands among the earliest Carrera 4S models produced, adding historical importance and an additional degree of exclusivity.
Factory equipment
030 – Sports chassis
373 – Sports seat, left LS (electric, heated)
374 – Sports seat, right LS (electric, heated)
545 – 92-litre fuel tank
567 – Green-tinted windscreen with top green band
601 – Litronic headlights
602 – Third brake light
650 – Electrically operated sunroof
P14 – Heated seats (left + right)
139 – Adjustable seat heating (left)
197 – High-performance battery
211 – License plate version III
220 – Limited-slip differential
224 – Automatic brake differential (ABD)
235 – Bridgestone N1 / Pirelli N1 tyres
288 – Headlight cleaning system
326 – Porsche CR 21 radio cassette (Rest of World)
335 – 3-point automatic rear seat belts
339 – All-wheel drive
413 – Turbo Look 18″ wheels
423 – Coin case / storage tray
425 – Rear wiper
441 – Radio preparation
455 – Wheel anti-theft locks
480 – 6-speed manual gearbox
488 – German-language plates
490 – Sound system
491 – Turbo appearance
499 – German version
530 – Remote central locking
534 – Anti-theft protection system
562 – Airbag, driver and passenger
566 – White fog lights
573 – Air conditioning
599 – Headliner trim
605 – Headlight range adjustment (Leuchtweiten-Regulierung)
615 – Nokia 2110 telephone
651 – Power windows
657 – Power steering
659 – On-board computer
685 – Folding rear seat backrest
936 – Rear seat covers in leather/leather
Condition, Provenance and Authenticity
With 85,500 km and a documented Porsche service history, this C4S has never been restored. It has simply been driven with care and consistently maintained.
Over nearly three decades, only a few exterior panels have been repainted, exclusively for cosmetic reasons, and the paint readings remain fully consistent with a Paint-to-Sample example.
Crucially, structural integrity is exceptional: the body is perfectly aligned, free from any damage or corrosion, and all inner surfaces retain their original factory paint, a detail that says everything about how this car has lived.
The car has recently undergone the Porsche 111-point check, which identified only minor items, and it will be delivered with a full service.
Presented Exactly As It Is
The photographs were taken without any cosmetic preparation or digital retouching, something increasingly rare today. They show the car exactly as it is: well preserved, mechanically honest and showing a light, natural patina, evidence of genuine use and careful ownership over the years.
The engine bay, in particular, tells the story many enthusiasts seek: authenticity rather than embellishment. This is not a museum-polished 911, but a 993 that has aged with dignity, often the highest compliment that can be paid to an air-cooled Porsche.
A Singular 911 in the Air-Cooled Universe
It is difficult to convey the presence of this 993: Petrol Blue Metallic over the muscular architecture of the Carrera 4S creates something truly memorable, a 911 that is subtle, rare and deeply desirable. For those seeking a unique example with clear potential for appreciation, it is worth remembering that history cannot be recreated: rare or one-off cars always sit at the top of the value hierarchy for any model.
Quite possibly one of the most visually captivating 911s of its era and, without any doubt, one of the most exclusive 993 Carrera 4S examples in existence, this one-of-one early-production car represents a rare opportunity: the perfect convergence of history, authenticity, individuality and beauty.
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