993 Carrera RS Expected to Get Half Mil at June 24 Auction

One of a thousand made, rare 1995 Porsche has only 15,000 miles on it.

When it comes to collectible 911s, few are more desirable than the 993 Carrera RS. A car built to satisfy homologation rules in GT3 and GT4 racing, Porsche built only 1,114 of these Carrera Cup competition car-inspired 911s. And not a single one was imported to the United States when new. Since then, a handful has made its way stateside and landed in the grip of private collectors, including this three-owner 1995 993 Carrera RS headed to auction June 24 at Sotheby’s in Santa Monica, California.

The 3.8 liter flat six used in the 993 Carrera RS produces 300 hp and 262 ft-lbs of torque thanks to a number of upgrades. These include Porsche’s innovative Variocam variable-length intake system and redesigned, lightweight pistons.

A car of such caliber isn’t going to come cheap, but if you’ve got the cash,
this represents one heck of an opportunity.

The car also features nifty upgrades like dual oil coolers and lightweight rocker arms. Shifts are appropriately handled by a 6-speed manual transmission. Underneath, a fortified suspension and 993 Turbo-sourced brakes keep it all in check.

Like every other race-bred 911, the RS underwent an extensive diet in an effort to shed mass. Weighing in at an impressive 2,821 pounds (1,280 kilograms), the RS was capable of a 175 mph top speed. This was achieved by eschewing anything and everything deemed “unnecessary” by Porsche. That includes power windows and brakes, sound insulation, and even a headliner. Thinner window glass, an aluminum hood and doors, and lightweight seats and door panels further lighten things up.

You certainly won’t find many examples better than this one, either. The all-original car shows only 15,236 miles on the odometer (24,520 kilometers). And by the looks of things, none of those miles were abusive by any means. Of course, a car of such caliber isn’t going to come cheap. The catalog estimate for this one is set at $450,000-$500,000. But if you’ve got the cash, this represents one heck of an opportunity. After all, how often do you get the chance to pick up such a fine example of a rare breed?

Brett Foote

Brett Foote has been covering the automotive industry for over five years and is a longtime contributor to Internet Brands’ Auto Group sites, including Chevrolet Forum, Rennlist, and Ford Truck Enthusiasts, among other popular sites.
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