Experience being a fighter pilot on four wheels. With a full glass canopy that opens for open-air cruising the 993 Targa is unlike any other Porsche before. The new “Targa” has the side profile of a coupe, but delivers a totally different driving experience with the sliding glass roof. Closed or open the Targa has a unique airy feel. And of the the 993 series, the Targa is some of the rarest.
The 993 series (1994-1998) is the last of the air-cooled 911s. 1996 was the first year of the Targa. Originally a CA car, this 993 Targa has traveled across North America —Canadian at one time — and now back the last 2 years in CA. Great driver on the highway and the twisty back roads.
During my two plus year of ownership, I’ve addressed postponed maintenance issues and made some smart upgrades to enhance the driving experience. A higher mileage car that will need little future maintenance. It just needs to be driven!
Rare Iris Blue and Gray color combination. Interior materials are all original and in great condition (8.5+). The body has had a respray (previous owner) and it looks equal or better than factory. Gorgeous does not truly describe how nice the paint is. Yes, there are a few small paint chips — nothing that would detract from the overall impression. Comfortable as a Garage Queen, but really shines when you take it on the road.
The Targa sliding glass roof and sun shade work like they should. Practically no wind noise up to 80+ mph which is a rarity.
UPGRADES :
Porsche Classic Radio — bluetooth for hands-free calling and music streaming, navigation and more. It looks like it came for the factory like this.
New Speakers — Focal PS165 F3 speakers (front) & Polk Audio db461p (rear) hidden under factory speaker grills. The sound is amazing.
Racing Touches — Rennline aluminum track mats, floorboards, pedal set, door release, ignition and seat control bezels, fire extinguisher mount. Black anodized aluminum adds a nice understated finish.
Fister Stage 2 exhaust — a sound that enhances the engine bringing music to your ears. The right amount of loud that even your neighbors will appreciate. Looks stock.
FDM short shifter + goldenrod kit — same shifting feel as a Singer 911. Very nice.
FDM Lightweight Flywheel/RS clutch kit (2K miles ago) — this is where the magic happens. What a difference from the standard factory flywheel and clutch. Wow! With the Stage 2 exhaust you want to drive the car with the revs between 3,000 - 4,000 rpm.
Wevo C2 SS engine mounts — just the right amount of stiffness.
Walrod front lower control arm bushings — a known weak link of the 993, the Walrods are an amazing transformation to the front end.
K&N engine air filter — to breath better, ideally matched with the LFW upgrade.
Koni FSD shocks — factory spec and just fine for everyday driving.
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ (under 1K) — great in the dry and wet.
Price : NEW > $58,999 or best offer
Mileage : 94,800
Serviced : HiTech and SCarGo have been my main goto places for service and both know my car during my ownership. The FDM short shift and Fister Stage 2 exhaust were installed by FD Motorsport. Also an excellent shop. Have list of services and upgrades since ownership.
Location : San Anselmo, CA
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