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Old 11-13-2014, 11:46 PM
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Thumbs up Intro: Finally found my Porsche - Arena Red C2S

After 2 years of searching, I found my 97 993 Carrera S 15 miles from me. Arena red wasn't #1 on the list, but the car was too nice to pass up. It looked and mechanically felt like a new car. It had 21k miles, 99% stock and a owner that appeared to have OCD. It was a done deal

After getting the exterior done and a little interior detailing myself, I drove down to http://www.werksreunion.com/ wiped the car down and took best in class for 911 91-98 That was pretty sweet.

The 993 was the other realistic 'dream' car I wanted next to my E30 M3 and I couldn't be happier. The biggest thing I notice is the amazing build quality. The car is so solid. And boy does she hunker down and go when you put your foot down at the apex. Only regret was why I didn't buy a TT 2 years ago when I started looking...

The day I found her:







@WERKS w/ original decklid back on







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Old 11-13-2014, 11:49 PM
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Great looking 993. Arena Red is a fantastic color. Congrats on the new acquisition and the award.
Old 11-13-2014, 11:53 PM
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Beautiful car and nice collection.
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Peach of a car! That arena red is glowing, the award was well-deserved. Welcome aboard!
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omg is that an olds vista cruiser in the background?
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Wow, beautiful car. Congrats and enjoy.
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Thanks everyone! Looking forward to enjoying her for a long time. Only the E30 M3 and the 993 are mine. Lucky to find this spot in SF.

I believe that is a vista cruiser. There is a real interesting assortment of cars, including a AMC Pacer, Grand National, 2 old school VW buses, honda civic from the 70s and an abarth 595 tribute.
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Nice, I had an Arena Red C2S as my first 993. At first I wasn't sure about the colour but now it is my favourite! Great choice.
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Originally Posted by SeattleE30///M3

After getting the exterior done and a little interior detailing myself, I drove down to http://www.werksreunion.com/ wiped the car down and took best in class for 911 91-98 That was pretty sweet.
Congratulations, Jin!

For more photos of your ride, click here: "Monterey Car Week: '14 photo thread - post your pics!" & feel free to share your own pics there.

Welcome aboard




^^ Photography by Damon Lowney
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Nice, another 993, E30M3 owner. Love both of your cars.
Old 11-14-2014, 05:29 AM
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Those Schnitzer split rims on the E30 looks fantastic!
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Sweet. And Arena Red
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Love it! My first 993 was Arena Red and I hope to find another one day. Enjoy in good health!
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Congrats! Arena Red is beautiful!...of course I'm slightly biased...
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Beautiful. Congrats. It appears you put the stock split-grill lid back on - good move. Looks much nicer that way, IMO.


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