1996 Porsche 993 Carrera Coupe 6-Speed Manual Recent Engine Out Reseal & SAI Service

The 993 variation of the Porsche 911 has always been regarded as the best of the “air-cooled” era.  These cars perfectly blend classic Porsche performance with modest creature comforts.  Plus, the 993 produced even more power with the introduction of the VarioRam engine.  Horsepower was at 282 while the car weighed about 3,000 lbs.  Paired with a manual transmission, it’s the perfect recipe for balanced analog Porsche driving.

This Porsche was built in March 1996 and sold new on July 30^th, 1996 by Vasek Polak Porsche + Audi of Hermosa Beach, California.  It was ordered with the following factory options:

• US Emissions
• CD-radio Becker Porsche CDR-210
• Hi-Fi Sound Package with 10 Speakers
• Porsche Floor Mats – Cashmere
• 17” Wheels (Cup II)
• Automatic Speed Control (Cruise Control)
• 8-Way Electric Seats (Left & Right)
• Wheel Caps with Porsche Crest
• Power Sunroof

The MSRP was $68,522, approximately $137,161 in today’s dollars.

The first owner was Martin Cohen of Rancho Palos Verdes, California.  He used this 993 as his daily driver and kept it for 8 years/70k miles.  He serviced it regularly at either Vasek Polak, McKenna, or Pacific Porsche (his local Porsche dealers).  Besides routine oil services and standard maintenance, highlights of other work performed during his care include:

• Replace fan pullies, washer pump, windshield (2/99 @ 28,012 miles)
• Replace spoiler microswitch and gear driver (8/99 @ 33,412 miles)
• Major service (5/01 @ 51,835 miles)
• Replace clutch assembly (11/03 @ 70,123 miles)

Martin sold his 993 to Christopher Knap of Long Beach, California on July 9^th, 2004 with 71k miles.  He kept this 911 for the next 8 years and added 18k miles.  He serviced the car regularly at either Circle Porsche (a local dealer) or an independent specialist.  Highlights of services during his care include:

• 75k mile service and A/C service (7/05 @ 77,767 miles)
• All brake pads, rotors, and sensors (11/05)
• Suspension upgrade (4/06 @ 80k miles)
  • Bilstein B6 height adjustable coil over struts and shocks
  • M030 factory sport springs
  • 4 wheel alignment
  • Corner balance (car weight with half a tank of gas was 3,050lbs)
  • Front lower protection bar
• Restore 18” hollow spoke turbo twist wheels (1/07)
• Replace lower valve cover gaskets with service (4/07 @ 83,901 miles)
• A/C service and oil service (11/11 @ 88,585 miles)
• Engine air duct, wiper blades, window switches, taillight bulbs (12/11 @ 88,600 miles)
• Front brake pads and rotors (1/12 @ 88,781 miles)
• Brake fluid flush (2/12 @ 89,050 miles)
• Right inner cv boot/repack, oil cooler fan & a/c fan resistors (3/12 @ 89,100 miles)

In April of 2012, Christopher sold this 993 to Brian Terry of Henderson Nevada with 89,230 miles.  Prior to the sale, Callas Rennsport did a pre-purchased inspection and verified the condition of this 993.  In 2004, there was an accident with a motorcycle shortly after Christopher purchased the car.  The damage was surficial, which involved replacing the right front fender and repainting the front nose.  Callas confirmed that the work done was proper and no negative impact with the damage being only superficial and nothing structural.  He further confirmed the following during the inspection:

• Gearbox/shifting/clutch all good
• Engine sounds good and feels strong
• SAI (secondary air injection) system test results were very good
• Wheels are true hollow spoke turbo twists
• Vehicle lowered properly on factory sport springs
• Upgraded front & rear sway bars with factory RS parts
• Engine compression and leak down test results good/great

Brian only kept his 993 for 18 months/4k miles.  During his care, he performed a major service including spark plugs and belts.  Brian sold this 993 on September 7^th, 2013 with 92,842 miles to Chris B. of Laguna Beach, California.  Chris kept this 911 for the next 8 years and added another 7k miles.  As an enthusiast who enjoyed driving, he was fastidious with service as it was regularly maintained by top local independent Porsche specialists.  Highlights of the work performed during his care include:

• HID/Xenon headlight bulb upgrade (10/13)
• Replaced rear spoiler wall (1/14 @ 93,802 miles)
• Major service, alternator, adjust ride height, reseal windshield (5/14 @ 93,877 miles)
• Clutch kit, flywheel, fork arm shaft update, crankshaft seal (11/15 @ 96k miles)
• Replace stone guards on rear quarters (11/15)
• Complete engine reseal/SAI service and repair (9/17 @ 97,996 miles)
  • Remove engine
  • Complete engine seal and gasket set
  • Timing chain covers and boxes seals
  • Upper and lower valve cover gaskets
  • Spark plugs
  • Air filter
  • Cabin filter
  • Secondary air injection check valve
  • Cleaned exhaust ports
  • Distributor caps and rotors
  • Replaced one distributor (good condition used one)
  • Checked flywheel
  • Oil service
  • Compression test – 190 even across all cylinders
  • Leakdown test 3-7% off (excellent)
  • Checked/tested injectors
  • Checked intake for vacuum leaks
  • Drive belt tension sensor
  • Replace drive belts
  • Hood shocks
  • Brake fluid flush
• Front brake pads, rotors, sensors & Michelin 4S tires (9/21 @ 99,239 miles)

In October 2021, Chris sold this 993 to his close friend and current owner from Santa Barbara, California.  For the past 3 years, the current owner has added another 14k miles.  He continued the excellent service program that the previous owners had performed.  Most of his maintenance was performed by Schneider Autohaus, which included:

• Carrera emblem and new steering wheel airbag retaining frame (6/22 @ 103,357 miles)
• Regular service and oil leak repairs (9/22 @ 104,783 miles)
  • Oil service
  • Fuel additive
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Replace camshaft seals
  • Power steering drive belt and seals
  • Decklid shocks
  • Brake fluid flush
  • Windshield washer nozzle

• Oil service, window switch, fuel additive (3/23 @ 109,951 miles)
• Replaced starter (7/23 @ 113,121 miles)
• Sunroof seals, deflector arms, and bleed hydraulic clutch (8/23 @ 113,557 miles)
• Routine services and repair speedometer at North Hollywood Speedo (3/24)
  • Oil service
  • Wiper blades
  • Brake and clutch pedal pads
  • Air filter
  • Fuel additive
  • Interstate battery
  • New windshield seal
  • Repair 3^rd brake light bulbs
  • Tighten suspension/4 wheel alignment
  • Mechanic recommended future replacement of front lower control arms bushings

• Replace rear tires – Michelin 4S (4/24 @ 113,558 miles)
• New factory windshield with new seal (4/24)
• Preparation for sale (6/24 @ 114,208 miles)
  • Repair driver door stay/check strap
  • 3 step paint correction and polish
  • Reattach 3^rd brake light
  • Condition and dye leather seats
  • Steam clean underside and under engine trays

The exterior of this 993 is decent with some signs of age.  The paint is original from the A-pillar to the rear.  The front nose (hood, fenders, and bumper) was repainted in 2004 due to the aforementioned motorcycle incident.  The hood paint has developed some clear coat cracks over the last 20 years due to poor prep work.  There is a 1cm paint chip on the top of the left front fender, which has been touched up in addition to other minor areas that needed to be touched up.  The front bumper has paint chips/scrapes as well with a slight bit of warping, which is common for this style bumper.  However, the panel fitment is excellent and the doors close with that classic “ping.”  The sunroof felt is showing some age and needs to be replaced down the road.  Our detail expert has carefully glued it down.  The glass is in good shape with no major cracks or chips.  The factory stampings are present.  The windshield was recently replaced with the correct factory replacement glass and seals ($2,000).  The factory hollow spoke Turbo-twist wheels have been refurbished and are in great shape with no major  flaws with only light rash on the left rear wheel.  They are wearing Michelin tires.  The rear tires were installed in April of 2024 and have less than 1k miles on them and are at near full tread depth.  The front tires were installed in September of 2021 and have 14k miles on them and just over a third of life remaining.  There is a slight lip on the front rotors and a bit more lip on the rear rotors.  All the exterior lights work.

The interior is very nice and in decent shape with typical wear from a 28-year-old Porsche with 114k miles.  The front leather seats have been dyed due to some typical cracking.  They look much better and there are no tears.  The heaviest wear is on the exit bolsters.  The rear seats look unused and fresh.  The rear parcel shelf vinyl has a tear on it near where it meets the rear glass.  The speaker covers on the parcel shelf have some light discoloration.  The headliner has no tears or rips with no sagging issues, including the sunroof panel.  The sun visors are also in good shape.  The carpet has no signs of excessive wear and some light discoloration from typical use.  Newer driver floor mats have been installed.  The door panels are in excellent condition with none of the typical door pocket warping.  The driver door threshold rubber has a typical tear where a foot would drag over it and the rubber wiring boot in the door hinge area has a tear.  The driver door stay has been repaired/rewelded and should last with careful use.  The interior lights work.  The dash has no cracks or warping issues.  All the gauges work, including the clock.  The factory Becker radio works and has been refurbished to include Bluetooth connectivity through the FM tuner.  The power windows, mirrors, and sunroof all work.  The A/C system blows cold.  The Max A/C button doesn’t work but can be turned to max with the knob.  The glove box doesn’t open all the way, which is typical for 993 glove box doors.

This 993 drives incredibly tight and seems to almost have more power even though it’s stock.  This example has been driven and serviced regularly.  It starts easily on the first try and holds an even idle.  The power is strong throughout the rev range with no hesitation.  The brakes have an excellent bite with no fading or pulling.  The transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears with no grinding and the clutch engages properly with no slipping.  The handling is crisp and responsive while compliant on uneven road surfaces.

This 993 passes California’s smog test and has current registration paid to October of 2024.

This 993 C2 includes 2 main keys with 2 immobilizer remotes (updated key fob remotes), owner’s manuals with the vinyl case, original radio card, original maintenance booklet with stamps, original window sticker, 3-ring binder of all service records from new, wheel lock socket key, tire pressure gauge, extra immobilizer remote battery with tool, tool kit, jack, space saver spare, and air compressor.

**Note: VIN and other numbers withheld to protect against fraud.  All numbers including VIN, Engine, and color will be provided to serious buyers.