1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet
The Porsche 993 represents a sweet spot in the sports car arena, balancing an analog driving feel with modern conveniences in a way that few other cars have been able to accomplish. Immediately after production started, both the public and critics fell in love with the new iteration of the 911, and adoration for the 993 only continued to grow as years went on. They were adored for their phenomenal handling characteristics and snappy acceleration. With the following 996 chassis, Porsche announced the 911 would no longer feature an air-cooled engine. Porsche enthusiasts immediately began praising the 993 as the last air-cooled Porsche 911 and went on to call it the “the last complete ‘modern classic’” and “the purists’ Holy Grail.” The 993, almost immediately, became the Porsche that every collector had to have as it was clear that no car would be able to compare. It was a modern classic and the end of a long line of air-cooled Porsche sports cars; it was a joy to drive both on track and to the office.
This 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet is a remarkable example of the 997 chassis. With just 31,888 original miles, it exemplifies the beautiful driving characteristics that made the 993 such a well-loved machine. The Arctic Silver paint is perfectly contrasted with a black convertible top and a Boxter Red leather interior. It is also equipped with a rare and highly desirable set of genuine 18-inch three-piece Hartmann Turbo Twist wheels. On the road, it becomes immediately apparent why people fell in love with this chassis. It drives flawlessly, giving the driver a sense of being truly connected with the road. The 993 is a modern classic becoming more and more desirable, remaining the most balanced and powerful of all the air-cooled 911s.
