A 1997 Porsche 911 (993) Targa in Arctic Silver Metallic with blue leather interior is for sale.

Highlights

• Rare Targa: less than 5,000 units produced
• Sought-after manual transmission in 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 has always been 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
• The car has always been regularly serviced, carefully warmed up, and driven exclusively in good weather. All necessary work was carried out immediately to maintain its excellent condition – a true collector's item. (A minor service is due this year)
• Classic Data rating with grade 2+ (2024).
• Only 53,450 miles
• Accident-free. The rear right fender has been 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 shock absorbers at the rear
• McIntosh sound system in the front trunk – professionally installed by a German engineer for approximately $5,000
• Blaupunkt Cascade CD radio with navigation and hands-free kit
• Original leather logbook & service booklet with service history
• Leitz folder with all invoices from the last 17+ years
• 3 keys available

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1997
• First registration: USA, 1997
• Location: DE-40545 Düsseldorf
• Number of vehicle owners: 3
• TÜV valid until 05/2026, can be renewed on request
• Accident-free
• Registered
• Ready to drive

Model history

The Porsche 993 represents the final stage of development in 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 version offered here, with a 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 model.

Facts

Exterior & interior

• Exterior color: Arctic Silver Metallic
• Interior: Blue leather, very well maintained, only slight signs of age-related wear
• Some repainting has been done (see Classic Data documentation, page 7).

Engine and transmission

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

Mileage

• 53,450 miles
• Verifiable

Documentation

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

Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody

• Tires: New
• Brakes: Good
• Bodywork: Very well maintained, few minor signs of wear due to age
• Underbody: Good condition, no rust

Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects

• Targa roof front left and right once had a minor leak in the car wash – the seals should be replaced. The owner only drove in good weather, so this has not been repaired yet
• Minor age-related signs of wear in the paintwork – but overall very well maintained

Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

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 a Classic Data rating of 2+, original documents, and regular maintenance, this air-cooled classic is in excellent overall condition. The mileage is only 53,450 miles – a collector's condition that is rarely found. A Porsche for enthusiasts who appreciate the special driving experience and authenticity of the last air-cooled series.