1996 Porsche 911 Turbo 993

Few performance cars have shaped automotive history quite like the Porsche 911 Turbo. 

Since the arrival of the original Type 930 in 1975, the Turbo has stood as the ultimate expression of the 911, continually redefining what was possible through relentless engineering development while remaining unmistakably true to its character. Each successive generation built upon the one before it, advancing performance, technology and refinement without ever losing the engagement that made the Turbo an icon.

By the time the Type 993 Turbo was unveiled in 1995, Porsche had reached the pinnacle of its air-cooled engineering. It represented the culmination of more than twenty years of continuous Turbo evolution, bringing together every lesson learned from the 930, 964 and Porsche’s extensive motorsport programme. Revered today as one of the marque’s defining achievements, the 993 Turbo occupies a unique position in Porsche history as the final air-cooled Turbo and the bridge between the analogue era and the technological sophistication that would follow.

It was also a landmark in its own right. The first production 911 Turbo to combine twin turbochargers with permanent all-wheel drive, the 993 delivered extraordinary performance with remarkable confidence and refinement. Its beautifully resolved proportions, exceptional engineering and everyday usability have ensured its place among the most desirable modern classics, admired in equal measure by discerning drivers and serious collectors alike.

This Australian-delivered 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo is presented in timeless Midnight Blue Metallic over a matching Midnight Blue full leather interior, one of the model’s most elegant and enduring colour combinations. Having travelled just 95,000 kilometres from new, it represents a beautifully maintained example of one of Porsche’s most celebrated road cars.

Beyond the already comprehensive specification afforded to every 993 Turbo, this example was further enhanced through Porsche Exclusive with aluminium gear shift and handbrake levers, aluminium entry sills with Turbo script, polished aluminium exhaust tailpipes, integrated front fog lights and the distinctive intake package. These carefully selected factory options add further individuality while remaining entirely sympathetic to Porsche’s understated design philosophy.

Mechanically, the car has benefited from a comprehensive engine rebuild undertaken by Porsche Centre Perth in 2021, followed by the Turbo’s being rebuilt in 2022 by specialists. It is accompanied by a well-documented service history, the last at 95,461kms being completed by Porsche Centre Perth, reflecting the level of care and long-term ownership this car has enjoyed throughout its life.

More recently, it has been enhanced with Porsche's factory-developed Porsche Classic Communication Management (PCCM) discretely introducing modern Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth connectivity and DAB+ while preserving the original appearance and character of the cabin.

For many enthusiasts and collectors, the 993 Turbo represents the definitive expression of the air-cooled 911. It is the last of the air-cooled Turbos, yet the first to introduce twin-turbocharging and permanent all-wheel drive, combining analogue involvement with a level of capability that remains deeply impressive today. 

Increasingly sought after worldwide and exceptionally difficult to replace with examples of this calibre, the 993 Turbo stands as one of the most important collector-grade Porsche 911s ever produced. It is a car to be admired, driven and preserved in equal measure.