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Just picked up an all-original 39k mile Black 1996 911 Turbo. (sold my 2020 992 Cab because it was just a numb driving experience)
The 993TT is absolutely spectacular condition wise - hasn't been modified or touched other than tires, oil changes, regular services including a recent major 40k mile service.
I'm really an OEM guy but I had plans to do a couple of minor modifications - PSS10s, RUF wheels, RUF steering wheel, short shifter, and possibly some Turbo S mods. But now that the car is home - I just can't see really wanting to change this car from it's original spec and let some mechanics apprentice or other shop guys just start taking things apart. The 993 is just "that" original and much nicer than I thought it was going to be. In addition to the mods, I was also going to replace the front headlights and fog lights which show some minor marks, the center caps which show some slight patina, and replace the radio with the CDR-210.. my concern is that just don't know if messing with the originality of the car is worth it and if I'm messing with the value if I do some of these.. I know many people want everything original that came as it came from factory..
I am somewhat of a collector (more driver than collector), and have amassed a number of 80s and 90s icons that I had lusted after in my younger years along with some new stuff as well. I have no immediate plans to sell this car - the plan at this point is this one is a keeper - but still value is important and things change from time to time.
So .. being that I didn't expect to be in this situation.. looking for some thoughts.. what would you do?
Congrats and please post some pics. I'm not much of a mod guy either and have limited mods to things that are reversible back to stock. As others have said, keep the original parts. You didn't mention it and neither did you ask, but by far the best mod I've made was modifying the exhaust for better sound.
all original porsches are in high demand right now - whether it's a seinfeld speedster or an all original 951 on BaT. an all original, 39k mile 993tt is not something i'd mod too heavily and i would seriously consider leaving stock. wheels, exhaust, suspension - none of those are difficult to return to stock and that's usually where i focus. in the long run, you'll be in a better position if your low mileage tt can easily transition back to stock for sale. that's what the porschephiles typically want to buy and that's where the biggest return will be. that said, it's your money and your car...
all original porsches are in high demand right now - whether it's a seinfeld speedster or an all original 951 on BaT. an all original, 39k mile 993tt is not something i'd mod too heavily and i would seriously consider leaving stock. wheels, exhaust, suspension - none of those are difficult to return to stock and that's usually where i focus. in the long run, you'll be in a better position if your low mileage tt can easily transition back to stock for sale. that's what the porschephiles typically want to buy and that's where the biggest return will be. that said, it's your money and your car...
Agreed! That's my dillema. And I am an OEM guy too but a lowered 993 TT on RUF wheels is just perfect- to me at least.
So here's a question - the wheels have a very slight (and I mean slight) patina to them, where the paint is so slightly wearing off. Same with the center caps where the Porsche logo is faded slightly. Headlights also have some minor pitting - the fog lights are worse. Do I paint the wheels, replace the caps and headlight/foglight housings or am I dinged in the long term for that since they are not the "original" parts? (even if I replace them with Porsche OEM parts)
Also what are thoughts on Xpel clear bra protection for front bumper and hood? I do it on all my cars (my Pista has the entire car done) - but I'm not sure how it works on older paint if someone wanted to remove it down the line.
I love the idea of modding older 911s
Back in the day it was quite normal to mod them and they made huge improvements and personalized the car to your needs and desires.
As long as you keep the original parts it's no problem. The older cars take very well to mods...
Replace the side markers to Euro clear, put in the Turbo S front air intakes, lower the ride height, replace the wheels (keep all the OEM parts) - drive it and enjoy it.
As mentioned above - at 39k your car isn't a serious collectors item. I would definitely recommend PSS10's (with proper alignment), SSK/Goldenrod, bypass pipes, new intercooler hoses + Breeze clamps and a turbo check valve kit.
I bought my turbo 2 years ago with 38k miles. Now has 44k miles. Would have more, but time is split between 5 other cars. Definitely do the suspension. It changes the car. I also did a stage 1 turbo with Kevin at Ultimate and sent the mufflers to fister for better sound. Enjoy it while you can and don't worry about the resale. If you are worried, keep the original parts.
08-03-2020, 03:55 PM
Just bought a 993 Turbo
