Porsche 911 993 Carrera Cabriolet (1997)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 144 photos
• Paint thickness measurement
• Classic Data evaluation from April 2026 with a grade of 3+ available
• Last service performed in March 2026

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1997
• Initial registration: USA
• Engine: 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine with 286 PS (210 kW)
• Transmission: Manual
• Exterior color: Black
• Interior: black leather upholstery
• TÜV valid through 03/28
• Odometer reading of 61,713 miles; this can be partially verified via Carfax up to 2013, though there are slight discrepancies (in 2004, the recorded mileage was approximately 2,000 miles lower than in 2002)

Condition

Exterior

• Exterior color is black
• The vehicle has been partially repainted
• The paint and body are in well-maintained condition with slight age-related signs of wear
• Minor scratches and stone chips on the front (Image 32)
• There is a known instance of repaired accident damage
• The black folding roof is in good condition. However, there is some minor wear. (Image 48)
• Numerous fine cracks are visible on the stone-chip protection film on the rear fenders (Image 53)

Interior

• The car has a black leather interior
• The interior is in well-maintained condition, with some signs of wear
• The side panel of the driver’s seat is torn, and the leather shows additional small cracks

Mechanics

• The vehicle is ready to drive immediately and is registered
• There are no known technical defects
• The engine runs flawlessly
• The manual transmission also shifts smoothly
• The convertible top needs to be readjusted
• Last service: 03/26

History

Ownership History

• First owner: since 1996
• Second owner: since 1999
• Third owner: since 2001
• Fourth owner: since 2001
• Fifth owner: since 2004
• Sixth owner: since 2010
• The CARFAX history lists a total of six owners in the U.S.

Service History

• Last service performed in March 2026.
• 2010 at 59,511 miles: Service entry at Foster’s Automotive Inc.
• In 2010 at 59,312 miles: Electrical system inspected, safety inspection performed, and two tires installed and balanced.
• 2008 at 57,449 miles: Battery and charging system, as well as lighting, inspected.
• 2008 at 57,009 miles: Drive belt and spark plugs replaced; exhaust system and lighting checked.
• 2008 at 56,803 miles: Maintenance inspection performed, recommended maintenance work completed, key reprogrammed, and lighting system inspected.
• 2005: Service entry at Audi Mechanicsburg.
• 2004 at 48,478 miles: Remote key fob and anti-theft system replaced; taillight bulbs replaced.
• 2002 at 48,498 miles: Service record at Lancaster Auto Dealership.
• 2002 at 47,612 miles: Service record at Lancaster Auto Dealership.
• 2002 at 42,939 miles: Wiring repaired.
• 2002 at 41,110 miles: Service record at Wyoming Valley Motors.
• 1999: Pre-delivery inspection, maintenance check, and emissions and safety inspections performed.

Documents

• Expert report for obtaining an individual operating permit (Figures 116–122)
• TÜV-Nord report (Figures 123–127)
• Vehicle registration certificate (Images 128)
• Carfax (Figures 130–143)

Summary

For sale is a 1997 Porsche 911 993 Carrera in black with a manual transmission and a recorded mileage of 61,713 miles. The vehicle is registered and has a Classic Data rating with a condition grade of 3+. The last service was performed in March 2026. The body is in good condition with slight signs of wear and has been partially repainted. Additionally, there is a known repaired accident damage. The interior is well-maintained but shows age-related signs of wear. The TÜV inspection is valid through March 2028, and the Porsche is ready to drive immediately. With its manual transmission, classic black paint, and documented history, this Porsche 993 offers an appealing foundation for enthusiasts seeking a well-maintained 993.