1995 Porsche 911 (993) Coupé

Porsche manufactured the 993 from 1993 through to early 1998, its discontinuation marking the end of the air-cooled Porsches. There were many technical improvements over the outgoing 964. The rear suspension was now alloy, together with the sub-frame, which made for far better handling and ride. The transmissions were improved in both the manual (now six speed - a first for Porsche) and the Tiptronic gearbox which 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. This was a standard feature from 1996 onwards.

Delivered new to Hampshire in August 1995 via AFN Limited of Guildford, this Coupè is fitted with the excellent responsive Porsche Tiptronic gearbox and is finished in surely the best colour combination of Midnight Blue metallic paint with Grey leather interior and is accompanied by Porsche leather wallet & book pack, plus service book showing the following maintenance record:

13/9/1995 - 2,071mls, AFN Ltd, Hampshire25/5/1997 - 17,677mls, Porsche Belgard Autoplaz, Dublin, Ireland21/8/2002 - 48,016mls, Smith Auto Developments, Dublin, Ireland 15/9/2003 - 52,556mls, Smith Auto Developments, Dublin, Ireland25/3/2004 - 54,110mls, Smith Auto Developments, Dublin, Ireland30/3/2005 - 57,430mls, Spark Plugs, Belts, Front Brake Pads, Rear Discs + Pads - Herman Motor SVCS, Delgany, Ireland13/2/2006 - 67,501, Ken Fields Garages Ltd, Dublin Ireland 15/1/2015 - 75,649, Martin Brown Porsche Tech, Coventry

Included in the history file is also a print out for work undertaken by Gerard Lee Motors Ltd between 68,379mls and 74,152mls including a invoice for £3,333.01 for maintenance work undertaken.

Presented in good all round condition this 993 benefits from recent maintenance expenditure of £948,36 in January 2015. An excellent usable example that appears in fine fettle but also has some scope for aesthetic improvements if desired.