1995 Porsche 911 993 Coupe

The 993 was the last of the Porsche 911 range to feature air cooled flat six engines and they're viewed by many aficionados as the finest 911s ever produced. The 993's handling and overall driveability were markedly better than its predecessor, a product partly of a wider track but mainly as a result of the all alloy multi-link suspension set up, which replaced the traditional semi-trailing arms of previous iterations and no other 911 could demonstrate such high speed cornering stability. The transmission was improved with the arrival of a six-speed manual gearbox (a first for Porsche) which not only surpassed the previous four and five-speed gearboxes in usability, but was smoother and a lot more satisfying. Mechanically, the cross-drilled brakes were larger and a dual-flow exhaust system was fitted. Externally the bodywork was revised to give a more rounded style with wider rear arches, much prettier than its successor the 996 and a shape to which Porsche returned with the 997.

This stunning example is finished in special order paint (F8 Midnight Blue Metallic) with the interior in Grey Leather. An original UK, Right Hand Drive and Manual Gearbox example, this lovely Porsche has been fastidiously maintained throughout its life, the last 15 years of which has been in the custodianship of our vendor.

Cosmetically the car is in superb condition all round, and benefits from the paint on the wings, bumpers and doors being refreshed in 2006, to address the inevitable stone chips. The work was carried out by Porsche approved paint specialists Premier Body, who undertook this work to a factory standard and the colour blend is perfect.

Showing 77,578 miles at the time of consigning, the car is presented with a fully detailed service history as can been seen below. This 993 has been maintained as per factory recommendations almost solely by Porsche Main Dealers except for two services by a local marque specialist. Most recently, in November 2014 the car received a major service, including belt replacement, and has covered a mere 150 miles since.

22/8/95- 12,911 - serviceby AFN Reading22/1/96 - 26,158 - serviceby AFN Reading31/10/96- 39,341 - serviceby AFN Reading25/4/97- 45,426 - serviceby Dick Lovett20/3/99- 54,174 - service HR Owen, St. Albans29/11/99- 55,279- service by Portiacraft, new flywheel and clutch23/2/00- 56,194 - service (48k) at Arlington Porsche, Northampton27/4/01 - 59,045 - service, Arlington Porsche, Northampton. Inspection, oil+filters, changed gearbox oil24/4/02 - 61,050 - service, Arlington Porsche, Northampton. Inspection, oil+filters. pad and disc check (ok)27/6/03- 63,136 - service, Silverstone Porsche. 12k service. Mobil 1 oil21/5/04- 64,814 - service, Silverstone Porsche. 12k service. Mobil 1 oil, brake fluid replaced13/6/05- 67,250 - service, Silverstone Porsche. Full 12k service. Mobil 1. Bonnet gas struts replaced14/7/06- 69,571 - 12k service at Pro Max Motorsport, Brackley. Mobil 1 + plug change23/7/07- 70,928 - 24k service at Pro Max Motorsport. All filters. Mobil 1. Brake fluid change15/8/08- 72,423 - 12k service at Porsche Silverstone. Mobil 1.28/8/09- 73, 589 - 12k service plus oil filters at Porsche Silverstone. Mobil 1. Replace engine lid gas strut.16/8/10- 74,741 - Service at Porsche Silverstone. Inspection + oil change (Mobile 1) + brake fluid change.15/9/11- 76,300 - Service at Porsche Silverstone. Full 12k service + oil filters (Mobile 1).28/6/13- 76,904 - Service at Porsche Silverstone. Yearly inspection + oil change (Mobil 1)+ brake fluid change26/11/14- 77,456 - Service at Porsche Silverstone. Full 12k service + belts

With this comprehensive history file, the Porsche service book pack, service invoice records and other invoices relating to maintenance, it's easy to see that no effort has been spared in looking after this lovely little 911.

This example is in wonderful condition all round and represents a great opportunity to own a desirable and useable modern classic.