Estimated Price: £100,000 - £120,000

The 993-generation 911 is widely regarded as the pinnacle of Porsche’s air-cooled era, representing the final iteration before the transition to water-cooled models. Introduced in 1994, it benefitted from significant engineering developments, most notably a revised multi-link rear suspension which improved stability and handling, whilst retaining the distinctive character synonymous with an air-cooled 911.

The Carrera S, introduced towards the end of production, remains one of the most sought-after variants. It combines the rear-wheel drive configuration of the Carrera with the broader body shell of the Turbo, resulting in the characteristic wide-bodied stance, without the additional weight and complexity of all-wheel drive. Specified here with a manual gearbox, it represents the configuration most favoured by enthusiasts.

First registered in 1997, this example is finished in Ocean Blue Metallic, paired with a Marble and Midnight interior. Notably, the car remains with its original keeper as recorded on the V5C, an increasingly rare attribute and indicative of long-term, consistent ownership. It is now offered from a private collection, where it has been stored within a humidity-controlled environment.

Showing just over 94,200 miles at the time of cataloguing, the car has seen limited use in recent years and has been maintained with clear diligence. It is supported by a fully stamped service book and an accompanying history file of invoices. The documentation includes an EEC Certificate of Conformity, together with a copy of the original sales invoice detailing approximately £5,000 of factory options. These include Sports Bucket Seats for driver and passenger, 18" hollow-spoke alloy wheels, automatic climate control, a rear brake light spoiler and a period CD player, bringing the original purchase price to £70,388.

Power is provided by the 3.6-litre air-cooled flat-six engine, with dyno sheets recording 292.4bhp and 267.8lb/ft, figures consistent with a well-maintained example. The car is supplied with spare keys and an additional alarm and immobiliser fob.

The paintwork presents very well, having benefitted from corrective detailing and a subsequent polish. The interior is in good condition overall and is consistent with the car’s age and mileage.

Offered as a highly original, one-owner example of this increasingly collectible model, this Carrera S represents a compelling opportunity within the air-cooled Porsche market. For those seeking a 993 Carrera S, this is surely one to consider.