For years, Porsche’s Sonderwunsch (Special Wishes) division fulfilled the dreams of many enthusiasts, churning out examples of sports cars with rare options or models never produced by this manufacturer, such as two examples of the 993 Speedster and a 993 Turbo Cabriolet, of which 14 were built. Those rare drop tops, however, did not have the twin-turbo engine that was featured in the 993 Turbo and Turbo S. This 993 Turbo Cabriolet, however, does. It is a recreation, but a really good one at that. Nothing here screams aftermarket, but for Tuner Tuesday, we’re going to classify this car as such since underneath it is a C4 Cabriolet. Ever wondered “what if” if Porsche had pulled the trigger on this model?
Click for details: 1995 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet on eBay
Year: 1995
Model: 911 C4 Cabriolet converted to 911 Turbo spec
Engine: 3.6 liter twin-turbocharged flat-6
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Mileage: 48,450 mi
Price: Reserve auction
1995/96 Porsche 993
Turbo Cabriolet
50k Miles
-Unique Converted 1995 993 C4 Cabriolet to 993 Turbo standards.
-Modifications include factory turbo plumbing with upgraded turbochargers intercooled and modified purpose-built engine.
-Approximately 400 all wheel horsepower.
-Larger yellow Brembo brakes and coil over P5510 Bilstein suspension.
-Steel wide body conversion with 993 Twin Turbo wheels.
-Midnight blue with tan leather.
– Custom sound system.
-This is an extremely well sorted out conversion and one of the only 993 Twin Turbo convertibles in existence. Serviced and maintained by our workshop for years. A truly exciting sports/ open car experience that can be driven anywhere!
While I’m normally averse to the idea of a convertible with supercar performance, this 911 Turbo Cabriolet just looks right. The wide fenders, subtle contrast of the canvas roof and tan interior complete a look that would fool you into thinking this was a factory creation. I’m not sure why Porsche eschewed the Turbo Cabriolet for the last two generations of air-cooled 911s. Given where values are going on 993s, a car like this (even though not genuine) will be worth some serious coin for years to come.
-Paul
