1996 Porsche 911 (993) Targa

KEY FACTS

• This 993-generation Porsche 911 Targa is a rewarding analogue air-cooled performance car, specified with the driver-focused manual gearbox.
• It is powered by a naturally aspirated 3.6-litre flat-six, delivering 282bhp to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission.
• First registered in February 1996, this 911 Targa has been with its current and third owner for seven years.
• The odometer indicates 63,912 miles, though this is not warranted.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 911 Targa is finished in the timeless shade of Polar Silver over a blue leather-trimmed cabin.
• It rides on a set of split-rim 17-inch five-spoke alloy wheels.
• Equipment includes an electrically operated glass roof, electrically adjustable front seats, air conditioning, and a Kenwood stereo.
• Accompanying the sale is the service book.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: wear inside the cabin.
• The seller reports that there is an oil leak from one side of the cylinder heads.
• The seller states that the areas where the roof meets the body has been repaired due to corrosion.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 1 September 2025 at 63,365 miles, resulting in a clean first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The seller reports that the car was last serviced in September 2025 at 63,635 miles by Argay Garage.
• Prior to this, services were reportedly carried out in September 2023 at 61,566 miles by Precision Porsche and in May 2021 at 59,501 miles by GT One.
• The seller states that £26,631 has been spent on maintenance over his nearly seven-year ownership period, which included replacing the battery, front bushes, drains, lower control arms, radiator fan control resistor and relays, and tyres.

Dates and Mileages:

• Mar 1997 - 4,984 miles (reported)
• Jul 1998 - 12,240 miles (reported)
• Jun 1999 - 17,154 miles (reported)
• Aug 2000 - 20,184 miles (reported)
• Nov 2008 - 40,987 miles (reported)
• Jul 2011 - 52,030 miles (reported)
• Mar 2019 - 56,905 miles (reported)
• May 2021 - 59,501 miles (reported)
• Sep 2023 - 61,566 miles (reported)
• Sep 2025 - 63,365 miles (reported)

SUMMARY

The 993-generation Porsche 911 is widely considered to be the pinnacle of the air-cooled era, blending classic styling with modern performance and usability. This example benefits from a desirable manual transmission, a Targa roof, and a tasteful Polar Silver over Blue colour scheme. It would make an exciting addition to any collection of Stuttgart's finest, and promises to be a rewarding companion for spirited drives on favourite roads.

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