Yup, varioram in '96:
http://autozine.kyul.net/911/911_81.htm
They say '95, but it didn't appear until the '96 model year.
In SoCal, mid mileage 993's (50K) are in the $30's depending on year and condition. A '96 w/28K should fetch somewhere around $40K plus or minus. The Tip probably drops the price somewhat, as an enthusiast will generally want the 6-speed.