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Porsche 993 Targa

Targa, 1997

Highlights

Rare Targa: fewer than 5,000 units produced with factory-fitted VarioRam system
The current owner has had the car for over 17 years - he previously lived in the USA for over 10 years and bought the Porsche there. The car was always kept in a garage
The first owner was a Porsche dealership in White Plains, New York. The second owner used the car until July 2008, when the current owner took over with 38,600 miles on the clock

For sale is an extremely well-maintained Porsche 911 (993) Targa in the classic color Arctic Silver Metallic and with a fully documented history. With Classic Data Note 2+, original documents and regular maintenance, this air-cooled classic is in excellent overall condition. The mileage is only 53,250 miles - a rare collector's condition. A Porsche for enthusiasts who appreciate the special driving experience and the authenticity of the last air-cooled model series.

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The vehicle in detail

For sale is a Porsche 911 (993) Targa from 1997 in the color Arctic Silver Metallic with blue leather interior.

Highlights

Rare Targa: fewer than 5,000 produced with factory-fitted VarioRam system
Coveted manual transmission in a classic color combination
The current owner has had the car for over 17 years - he previously lived in the USA for over 10 years and bought the Porsche there. The car was always kept in a garage
The first owner was a Porsche dealership in White Plains, New York. The second owner used the car until July 2008, when the current owner took it over with 38,600 miles on the clock
The car was always regularly serviced, carefully warmed up and only driven in good weather. All necessary work was carried out promptly to maintain its excellent condition - a pure collector's car. (Small service is due this year)

Classic Data rating with grade 2+ (2024)
Only 53,250 miles
Accident-free. The rear right fender was repainted due to a small scratch. Minor stone chips on the front apron and a small dent under the rear bumper (see Classic Data report)
New tires
Bilstein rear shock absorbers
McIntosh sound system in the front trunk - professionally installed by a German engineer for approx. 5,000 US dollars
Blaupunkt Cascade CD radio with navigation and hands-free system
Original leather logbook & service book with service history
Leitz folder with all invoices from the last 17+ years
3 keys available

General information about the vehicle

Year of construction: 1997
First registration: USA, 1997
Location: DE-40545 Düsseldorf
Number of vehicle owners: 3
TÜV until 05/2026
Accident-free
Registered
Immediately ready to drive

Model history

The Porsche 993 represents the final expansion stage of the air-cooled 911 series and is considered by connoisseurs to be one of the best classic 911s. As a Targa, it combines the open-top driving experience with additional safety and stability - combined with the iconic 911 silhouette. The variant offered here with 6-speed manual transmission, 286 hp air-cooled boxer engine and VarioRam system stands for purist driving pleasure and technical maturity. It is also a particularly rare Targa version.

FactsExterior & interior

Exterior color: Arctic silver metallic
Interior: Blue leather, very well maintained, only slight signs of wear due to age
Repainting is partially present (see Classic Data documentation page 7.)

Engine and transmission

3.6-liter boxer engine with VarioRam system, 286 hp
6-speed manual gearbox
No replacement engine
Last major service: 2024 (minor service due this year)

Mileage

53.250 miles
Traceable

Documentation

Classic Data certificate (2024, grade 2+)
Original leather logbook
Service booklet present, but not completely complete
Folder with invoices from the last 17+ years

Tires, brakes, body & underbody

Tires: New
Brakes: Good
Body: Very well maintained, few small signs of wear due to age
Underbody: Good condition, no rust through

Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects

Targa roof at the front left and right was once minimally leaking in the car wash - the seals should be replaced. The owner only drove in good weather, so this has not yet been repaired
Small age-related signs of wear in the paintwork - but overall very well maintained

Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Specifications

Year of construction:	1997
Initial registration date:	January 1997
Model:	993 Carrera
Body:	Targa
Series:	993
Mileage:	53250 mi
Power:	285 HP
Cylinder capacity:	3.6 Liter
Steering:	left
Transmission:	Manual
Drive:	Rear drive

Fuel:	Gasoline
Interior material:	Leather
Interior color:	Blue
Exterior color:	Silver
Vehicle inspection valid until:	May 2026
New / used:	Used car
Ready to drive:	yes
Registered:	yes
Country of first delivery:	United States
Number of vehicle owners:	3
Car location:	Germany