This is a 1995 Porsche 911 (993) Cabriolet. Built during the first year of production for the 993 Cabriolet, a highly sought-after variant within the Porsche 911 lineage, this car is finished in Carrera White over a black leather interior with tasteful floor mats adorned in red “Carrera” script. It is powered by an air-cooled 3.6-litre flat-six engine, and is among the last generation of Porsche models so equipped. A six-speed manual transmission is the ideal companion for its 272 horsepower, with this rear-engined, left-hand drive car engineered from bumper to bumper for the most immersive driving experience possible — at all speeds. Seller states the car is located in Germany, and with only 260 miles (about 420 km) covered, this is a time capsule 993 experience.

Equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission, 4-wheel disc brakes, hydraulic power steering, and conventional steel spring / shock absorbers, this example is about as pure, simple, and desirable as you can find. Inside, the classic pairing of a black leather interior actually hides a few desirable features, such as air conditioning, cruise control, power seats, and heated side mirrors that only confirm how practical a 911 can be.

Making its official debut in the Porsche lineup during the 930 generation, the Cabriolet, Cabrio, or simply “Cab”, has become a highly sought-after experience among those who enjoy true wind-in-your hair motoring. Leaning on the 911’s proven attributes as a terrific everyday car, the Cabrio variant adds the choice of top up or down driving. This car is new enough to benefit from the convenience of a power folding soft top, with opening and closing reported to take less than a minute.

Like a fixed roof 911, this is also a 4-seat car, with two small buckets wedged behind the front seats and convertible top. Ideal for soft travel bags or for children, the extra interior space does much to impart feelings of a spacious and livable interior compared to a typical mid or front-engined convertible sports car.

Ahead of the driver, the often copied but never bettered sight of five round dials: fuel level, oil level, oil temperature, oil pressure, tachometer, speedometer, and 12-hour clock. Other details of note include the original cassette player and a signature of German racing driver Walter Röhrl located above the passenger footwell.

The seller states the car has traveled just 260 miles (420 km) from new, meaning the buyer of this car has the choice: admire and preserve it as it sits, a work of art. Or to become the car’s first “true” owner in nearly 30 years, experiencing what nobody has been able to since 1995: your very own brand-new 1995 Porsche 911 (993) Cabriolet.

Importantly, for a vehicle of this type, the seller confirms it has been well-stored and cared for, and is supplied with all original tools and documentation. The seller states this car has been serviced within the last 12 months.

To properly appreciate a Porsche 911 Cabriolet, we must first set the stage. Once the top is down and the key is twisted (located to the left of the steering column), the festivities begin in earnest. Its air-cooled flat-6 engine barks into life, featuring an unmistakeable sound that purists still refer to lovingly. It’s another sign that this car is all about experiences you won’t find elsewhere.

Because the 911 Cabriolet has been offered for so many years in various iterations, from 1970s technology to the present day, it’s possible to find a ‘Cab’ with every modern convenience, or an early one with very few comforts. Both in year and in equipment, a 993 Cabriolet is situated nearly in the middle. Old enough to give an unforgettable driving experience but not so old as to be annoying to live with. New enough to have working air conditioning and sane maintenance routines — but not so new that the experience is blighted by a haphazardly-placed touchscreen. Equipped with a deep front trunk, or ‘frunk’, the 993 Cabriolet is easily able to securely accommodate the overnight bags of two travelers, giving more reasons to confidently lower the top in urban areas or when parked for a short time when running errands.

Today, the values of air-cooled flat-6 engines are holding true for those who appreciate the utmost in driver engagement — without resorting to a vehicle that is temperamental on the street or difficult to live with. The combination of a manual transmission, a rear-mounted engine, and open air motoring only serve to remind us that some experiences truly deserve the hype — given this car’s mileage, the buyer will have plenty of time to form their own opinion of this Porsche icon.

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