Often forgotten, the 993 based Porsche 911 Targa was an interesting study in trying to move a segment forward. With a huge glass panel roof that slid inside the vehicle, the profile was changed a bit. Gone was the distinctive rounded rear side windows and a wide B pillar functioning as a roll bar. Also standard were two piece 17″ wheels to differentiate this car from the standard Carrera. For 911 sun worshippers that maybe don’t want to go the whole hog with the cabriolet, this Targa for sale in New York is a good middle ground.
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Year: 1997
Model: 911 Targa
Engine: 3.6 liter flat-6
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Mileage: 94,940 mi
Price: $39,900 Buy It Now
1997 Porsche 911 Targa
Guards Red with Tan interior
Clean CarFax including the CarFax BuyBack Guarantee. This car is incredible to drive & look amazing! The mechanicals have been checked out & came back great. Does not leak oil. Does not blow smoke. No rattling sounds. Shows & Drives great
Factory options include:
Code Option Description
09991 manufacture from the exclusive-programme
220 Locking differential
224 Active Brake Differential
329 Radio
437 Comfort seat left
438 Comfort seat right
454 Automatic speed control
490 Hi-Fi sound system
601 Litronic Headlights
692 Remote CD changer (6-disc)
X54 Oval Chrome Exhaust Pipes
X70 Metal Door Sill with Insignia
X71 Aluminum Instrument DialsPlease contact Steven Sasson with any questions at (212) 804-8070 or Steven@LegendLeasing.com
I’m not so sure I would be one of the ones who would opt for the Targa in this case. I was happy to see Porsche went back to the old silhouette of the classic 911 Targa with the newest generation, the 991, however complex the folding mechanism might be. Some of these glass-roofed 993s were known to suffer from leaks, rattles and a sometimes unreliable roof mechanism. Such is the price to pay sometimes for new technology. Given the condition of this Targa, we’re in the ballpark, however, these particular 993s will always fall a little bit behind in favor for the hardcore 911 enthusiast that is seeking driving thrills above all else.
-Paul
