1997 Porsche 911 (993) Carrera S - Manual - 8,934 Miles

KEY FACTS

• This 993-generation Porsche 911 Carrera S is a wonderfully involving and appealing air-cooled performance car, presented with the manual gearbox and with incredibly low mileage from new.
• 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 1997, this UK-delivered example has had four owners in total.
• The odometer indicates 8,934 miles.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The rear-wheel-drive Carrera S was produced for just over a year in 1997-98 using the Turbo bodyshell with its wider flared rear arches, and split rear grille.
• This example is finished in Cobalt Blue Metallic over a grey leather-trimmed cabin, with blue highlights.
• It rides on a set of 18-inch ‘Turbo Twist’ alloy wheels.
• Equipment includes electrically adjustable hard-backed sports seats, an electric sunroof, an electrically deployable rear spoiler, and air conditioning.
• Accompanying the sale is the owner’s book pack, service book, and various invoices.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• The most recent MOT test was conducted on 29 April 2026 at 8,924 miles, resulting in a clean first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The car was last serviced in April 2026 at 8,924 miles by Litchfield, who previously also carried out services in August 2024 at 8,806 miles and November 2021 at 8,534 miles.

Dates and mileage:

• Aug 1997 – PDI – Stratstone of Wilmslow
• Feb 1999 – 1,014 miles – Stratstone of Wilmslow
• Feb 2003 – 1,256 miles – Stratstone of Wilmslow
• May 2004 – 4,329 miles – Stratstone of Wilmslow
• Jun 2005 – 5,417 miles – Porsche Centre Edinburgh
• Jun 2006 – 5,962 miles – Porsche Centre Edinburgh
• Jun 2006 – 6,946 miles – Porsche Centre Edinburgh
• Dec 2012 – 8,233 miles – Porsche Centre Silverstone
• Feb 2015 – 8,305 miles – Porsche Centre Silverstone
• Sep 2020 – 8,441 miles – Litchfield
• Nov 2021 – 8,534 miles – Litchfield
• Aug 2024 – 8,806 miles – Litchfield
• Apr 2026 – 8,924 miles – Litchfield

SUMMARY

The 993-era Porsche Carrera S represents a highly desirable era for the iconic 911, combining classic air-cooled character with modern performance. This particular example presents with very low mileage and is offered in an attractive colour scheme. It would make a compelling addition to any collection of Stuttgart’s finest, and promises to be a thrilling and engaging companion on the open road for its next owner.

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