1994 Porsche 911 993 Carrera Coupe

The 993 was the last Porsche 911 range to feature air cooled flat six engines and they're viewed by many aficionados as the finest 911s ever produced. Central to this view is the multi-link suspension which replaced the traditional semi trailing arms of previous iterations - the source of the 911s reputation for boisterous handling. The transmissions were improved in both the manual, now six speeds - a first for Porsche - and the Tiptronic gearbox became more sophisticated, recognising gradients and descents and so improving the driving experience. Mechanically, the brakes and exhaust systems were all improved. The bodywork was revised to give a more rounded style, with a genesis that is apparent in today's 911s'. Engine development included Porsche's VarioRam induction system that improved the torque characteristics of the engine, which greatly improved the overall performance. It was a standard feature from 1996 onwards.

Finished in Aventura Green with contrasting black leather interior this particular 993 Carrera was first registered on the 1st of August 1994 and was the property of Porsche GB. The familiar shape off this car transmits an aura of understated style combined with quality and comfort. Open the driver's door and adjust the electric controls to make you comfortable on the black leather seat, the interior is consistent with a used but well cared for car.

The metallic green paintwork is in good order throughout with the only area of imperfection being the nose cone that the vendor advises us would benefit from a fresh coat of paint. You can sense the superior build quality of these cars in everything from the satisfying thunk of the door as it closes to the high quality finish of the interior. This is clothed in black leather and is as supple as the day it was fitted and all the electrics function as they should.

Twist the ignition key and the flat six fires instantly, blip the throttle and youre immediately enveloped by a turbine like whoosh, more aviation than automotive. We are informed by the vendor that this car is just as happy pottering along at 30 MPH as it is releasing its awesome power. This Porsche surges forward like a chemically enhanced cheetah: graceful, elegant, yet viciously effective. Given its level of performance the 993 adopts a reassuringly natural balance through spirited driving.

This four owner car has covered just less than 80,000 miles and comes with a current MOT and Tax until September of this year. We are informed that the car had its last annual service by Porsche Solihull in October of 2013 and comes complete with a detailed service history and 9 previous MOT certificates, this appears to be a very honest, no stories example that's priced correctly for today's market and looks incredible value.