Top-end engine rebuild in late 2024 by Sports and Classic Ltd, costing in excess of £15,000
Extensively documented history file from new, with original book packs, service books, and a substantial hard copy invoice file
Maintained exclusively by official Porsche centres and marque specialists throughout its life
Both convertible roof latch motors recently replaced at a cost of over £2,000
Advisory-free MOT to 18th November 2026
The Appeal
The 993 is having a bit of a moment, and it's easy to see why. As the ultimate expression of the air-cooled 911, it represents the culmination of over three decades of continuous development before Porsche transitioned to water cooling for the 996. In Cabriolet form, it offers the added pleasure of experiencing that iconic flat-six soundtrack with the roof down, and in Arctic Silver over black leather with the Tiptronic transmission, this is a car configured for effortless, refined open-top motoring.
What sets this example apart is the depth and quality of its documented history. From its pre-delivery inspection at Arlington of Northampton in February 1997 right through to the present day, every service and repair is accounted for across original book packs, service books (now on its second), and an extensive hard copy invoice file. The car has been entrusted exclusively to official Porsche centres and respected marque specialists throughout, including Porsche Centre Bournemouth, Zentrum, Tony Greatorex, and latterly Sports and Classic Ltd in Cheshire.
The headline mechanical work is a top-end engine rebuild carried out by Sports and Classic Ltd in late 2024, costing in excess of £15,000. Full details of the rebuild scope, along with subsequent work, can be found in the sections below.
The vendor describes this as a very sharp car that has had money lavished on it by each custodian, and the service record certainly supports that assertion. For anyone seeking a well-sorted, comprehensively documented 993 Cabriolet with no deferred maintenance, this is a great car.image.png4.76 MB
History and Paperwork
UK-market, right-hand-drive car first registered in February 1997
Cherished registration number not included; the car will revert to an age-related plate
Original book packs and service books present, now on its second service book
Extensively documented hard copy invoice file spanning from delivery to the present day
Service history comprising approximately 28 recorded entries at official Porsche centres and marque specialists
MOT to 18th November 2026 (no advisories)
Service history:
07/26 – 69,130 miles – Sports and Classic Ltd
Replaced both convertible roof latch motors
Replaced engine cooling fan belt break sensor
03/25 – 67,201 miles – Sports and Classic Ltd
Fitted set of Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 tyres
Performed Hunter 4-wheel alignment and suspension health check
10/24 – Sports and Classic Ltd
Removed engine and gearbox for complete engine tear-down and rebuild
Re-cut valve seats, ground valves, and replaced con-rod little ends and exhaust valve guides
Fitted top-end cylinder head gasket set, crankcase gasket set, and new service kit
Replaced all 12 hydraulic tappets, timing chain set, guide rails, tensioner blades, and con-rod bearings
Replaced oil return tubes, power steering drive belt, and exhaust straps
Refilled Mobil 5W-50 engine oil and Loctite sealants
05/23 – 64,657 miles – Sports and Classic Ltd
Carried out 993 C2/C4 major service
Changed engine oil (Mobil 10W-50) and dual oil filters
Replaced spark plugs (qty 12), air filter, fuel filter, and screenwash
Replaced alternator/fan belt and A/C drive belt
Replaced distributor caps (qty 2) and rotor arms (qty 2)
Changed brake fluid
Replaced exhaust retaining strap
05/22 – 62,128 miles – Tony Greatorex Porsche Specialist
Carried out schedule lubrication service
Changed engine oil and drain plug seals
Changed brake fluid
Repaired front bonnet release cable
Applied rust-proofing treatment to underbody brake and fuel lines
02/21 – 59,705 miles – Tony Greatorex Porsche Specialist
Carried out annual service and engine oil change
Replaced upper and lower valve/cam covers, gaskets, and bolts
Replaced power steering pump pressure hose, seal rings, and fluid
Replaced fuel filter
Cleaned engine exhaust heat exchangers
Fitted new power window switches
03/20 – 59,018 miles – Zentrum Porsche Specialist
Carried out annual service
Disassembled speedometer and replaced broken internal gear wheel
10/18 – 59,078 miles – Zentrum Porsche Specialist
Carried out annual service and engine oil change
Changed brake fluid
Diagnosed roof electrical fault, renewed control ECU, and refitted interior/roof trims
Diagnosed engine fan fault, replaced engine temperature sensor and fan resistor
Conducted MOT test
10/17 – 58,494 miles – Zentrum Porsche Specialist
Carried out annual service and engine oil change
Changed Tiptronic gearbox oil and filter
Replaced all V-belts (fan belt, alternator belt, A/C belt)
Replaced wiper blades
Secured loose catalytic converter heat shields
Conducted MOT test
07/16 – 57,576 miles – Zentrum Porsche Specialist
Carried out annual service and engine oil change
Replaced leaking oil tank filter
Replaced front bonnet gas struts
Replaced rear spoiler wall
Adjusted handbrake and refitted rear bumper stays
Unblocked near-side windscreen washer jets
10/15 – 57,255 miles – Porsche Centre Bournemouth
Carried out yearly maintenance service
10/14 – 56,502 miles – Zentrum Porsche Specialist
Carried out yearly maintenance service
04/12 – 54,463 miles – Quorn Sports & Classics
Carried out annual service
Changed engine oil (Fully Synthetic) and dual oil filters
11/11 – 54,201 miles – Keylink SAS Ltd (Porsche Specialist)
Carried out service including replacement of all 12 spark plugs
Changed engine oil and filter
10/10 – 53,103 miles – Quorn Sports & Classics
Carried out annual service
01/08 – 50,025 miles – Porsche Centre Bournemouth
Carried out 12,000-mile service
Changed engine oil and replaced dual oil filters
Replaced particle/pollen filter element
Changed brake fluid
Completed Longlife Guarantee status report
Conducted MOT test
03/07 – 48,665 miles – Porsche Centre Bournemouth
Carried out annual service
Changed engine oil (Mobil 1) and oil filters
Replaced rear spoiler brake light bulb
11/06 – 47,044 miles – Porsche Centre Bournemouth
Changed Tiptronic gearbox oil, round seal, oil strainer, and gaskets
01/06 – 45,502 miles – Porsche Centre Bournemouth
Carried out minor maintenance service
Changed brake fluid
Replaced lower cam covers, gaskets, and bolts
Replaced front brake discs, pads, and wear sensors
Investigated A/C fault and diagnosed leaking near-side condenser
Completed Longlife Guarantee status report
Conducted MOT test
10/04 – 38,446 miles – Porsche Centre East London
Carried out 60,000-mile major service to manufacturer specifications
Replaced particle/pollen filter elements and O-rings
Added Forté fuel system additive
Completed Longlife Guarantee status report
09/03 – 37,916 miles – Official Porsche Centre Stratford (London)
Carried out 48,000-mile major service to manufacturer specifications
Changed brake fluid
Conducted 4-year airbag system inspection
Completed Longlife Guarantee status report
07/02 – 30,606 miles – Lancaster Bow Porsche (Stratford)
Carried out short annual service
Replaced front brake pads and wear sensors
Replaced front floor pan rubber drain tubes
Replaced oil cooler resistor and air conditioning resistor
Completed Longlife Guarantee status report
01/02 – 26,860 miles – AFN Porsche Official Dealer
Carried out yearly maintenance service
06/01 – 23,901 miles – AFN Chiswick Porsche Official Dealer
Carried out 48,000-mile maintenance service
Repaired headlamp switch wiring
Removed and reinstalled windshield washer pump
Fitted customer-supplied tyre
Completed Longlife Guarantee status report
06/01 – 23,821 miles – Official Porsche Dealer (London)
Carried out yearly maintenance service
Changed brake fluid
Completed Longlife Guarantee status report
06/00 – 15,273 miles – AFN Porsche PDI Centre (Calcot, Reading)
Carried out yearly maintenance service
Changed brake fluid
Completed Longlife Guarantee status report
02/97 – Delivery Miles – Arlington of Northampton (Official Porsche Centre)
Completed pre-delivery inspection (PDI) and handover
Both convertible roof latch motors replaced in July 2026 at Sports and Classic Ltd
Roof control ECU renewed in October 2018
Set of Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 tyres fitted in March 2025 with Hunter four-wheel alignment and suspension health check
Front bonnet gas struts replaced in July 2016
Power window switches replaced in February 2021
The 993's smoothed-off, aerodynamic styling raised some eyebrows in its day, but it's safe to say these cars have aged very gracefully indeed. Colour combinations are important, and we must say our 911 looks particularly fetching in Arctic Silver over a black leather interior, sitting upon a smart set of 18" Turbo-style alloy wheels. The vendor demonstrates this car's hood to be working and in good order, and as the photographs attest, the bodywork, wheels, and interior present very well in the photographs. A new set of Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 tyres was fitted in March 2025.image.png3.14 MB
The Mechanics
3.6-litre air-cooled flat-six engine
Four-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission
Engine removed and rebuilt (top end) by Sports and Classic Ltd in late 2024, costing in excess of £15,000
Rebuild scope included re-cutting valve seats, grinding valves, and replacing con-rod little ends, exhaust valve guides, all 12 hydraulic tappets, timing chain set, guide rails, tensioner blades, con-rod bearings, cylinder head and crankcase gasket sets, oil return tubes, and power steering drive belt
Major service carried out in May 2023 at 64,657 miles, including engine oil, dual oil filters, 12 spark plugs, air filter, fuel filter, distributor caps, rotor arms, alternator/fan belt, A/C drive belt, and brake fluid
Tiptronic gearbox oil and filter last changed in October 2017
Engine cooling fan belt break sensor replaced in July 2026
Engine temperature sensor and fan resistor replaced in October 2018
Showing 69,130 miles at last service entry
Study the above list carefully, and you'll appreciate just how much work has gone into this car's mechanicals. This 3.6-litre air-cooled flat-six benefits from a comprehensive top-end engine rebuild carried out by Sports and Classic Ltd in late 2024 at a cost exceeding £15,000. This followed a major service in May 2023 at 64,657 miles, with further attention including a fan belt sensor replacement in July 2026 and a temperature sensor/fan resistor replacement in 2018. With no MOT advisories, the car is ready for its next keeper.image.png3.58 MB BEFORE YOU BUY
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