1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Targa

Details

This 1997 Porsche 911 Targa is one of only 567 cars that were produced for the North American market. This rare 993 generation 911 is powered by a 3.6L flat-six engine managed by a six-speed transaxle that sends power to the rear wheels. The car is finished in Arctic Silver Metallic and is complemented by Classic Gray Leather interior upholstery. The car is equipped with a retractable glass Targa roof, multilink rear suspension, an active spoiler, 17-inch Targa wheels, AC, power windows, and cruise control. The current owner is believed to be only the third. The vehicle has just 16,164 actual miles and comes with an accident-free CarFax. It is located in Key Biscayne, Florida.

This low mileage example is in clean condition, as evidenced by third-party photos and inspection. The silver paint is bright and crisp, with only some scratching on the door handle ports, as well as on the rear bumper and a couple of chips on the front hood. All blemishes are pictured in the inspection and are consistent with the age of the car. The interior leather and carpets are clean and neat, and no odor was detected by the inspector. Mechanically, the car is sound. It runs and drives as expected, and the retractable Targa roof works well. The car comes with Black Coco floor mats and two sets of keys.

This Porsche Targa is being sold through a CLASSIC.COM Pro and is located in Key Biscayne, FL.

About the model

The Manual-equipped, Porsche 911 Carrera Targa (993) debuted for the 1994 model year. 567 Targas were produced for the North American market. These sports cars were powered by a naturally aspirated 3.6L flat-six engine that developed 268hp. From the 1996 model year, this engine was improved, now featuring an output of 281hp. Drive from the engine was sent to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission. Production of the Manual-equipped Porsche 911 Carrera (993) Targa ended in 1998.

Features and Specs

• VIN: WP0DA2996VS385281
• 16,164 actual miles
• 3.6L H6 engine
• 6-speed manual transmission
• 1 of 567 produced for N. America
• Retractable glass Targa roof
• Arctic Silver Metallic paint
• Classic Gray leather
• Welded, unitized construction
• Multi-link rear suspension
• Power windows
• Active spoiler
• 17 Targa wheels

Known Modifications

• None

Service History

• 2017-2021 2nd received regular service at Parkhaus in Miami, FL

Ownership History

• 1997- 1st reported owner by CarFax
• 2017 (13,216 miles)- 2nd owner reported in FL
• 2022 (15,403 miles)- 3rd reported owner in FL

Known issues

• 2 tiny chips on the front of the vehicle
• Scratches on the outer door handle port
• Murky reverse light lens
• Minor scratching on the rear bumper

Due Diligence

• Third-party photos
• Third-party inspection 9/25/2023
• CarFax report
• Paint meter readings in the photo library

Included in the sale

• 2- sets of keys