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Porsche 993: What is My Car Worth?

Pricing for most used Porsche models tends to vary greatly, due to factors like model year (and subsequent changes), mileage, and options. If you're looking to make a move, then read on to make an informed decision.

By Jeffrey Bausch - March 13, 2015

This article applies to the Porsche 993 (1993-1998).

There’s a lot to like about Porche’s 993-generation 911. It blends technological advances with the classic 911 air-cooled styling that Porsche fans have come to know and love about the “older” makes of this particular model (wherein the engine used air and oil to regulate temperatures instead of antifreeze). Being that last of the air-cooled Porsches, values for this model seem to have taken a sharp upturn recently, as those who wanted the last "raw" 911's began clamoring for them.

Owners of the car will argue their vehicle is priceless and that it represents the very best take on the company’s original 1964 911 design. Its floor-mounted pedals, five-bezel instrument panel, and six-cylinder horizontally opposed motor make it a dream to own for even the most novice of sports car fans. If you’ve owned a 993 for some time now and are looking to upgrade to a newer model Porsche, or need to sell your car for other reasons, you’ll want to know how much the 993 can sell for. Fortunately, Porsche’s 993 is a well-regarded sports car. As such, it carries a high resale value. Below are some facts about why the Porsche 993 makes an attractive purchase for Porsche-philes of all generations. Near the bottom of the article is a pretty straightforward list of how much you can probably sell your Porsche 993 for based on the miles it’s accrued over its years on the road.

Figure 1. Porsche 993.

One thing to keep in mind when selling your Porsche, as is the case when you’re selling anything, is that the condition of the item matters and can influence the price. Dings and dents will lead the car to lose its value. On the flip-side, do take stock of some of the improvements you’ve made to your vehicle over the years to improve its performance. Anything from engine add-ons to alarm systems and more can increase the value of your vehicle considerably. The good news is that Porsche owners take care of their cars over time. And a well-maintained Porsche is all but indestructible. Whether it’s a base model or one that’s seen its fair share of improvements and upgrades over the years, the purchaser should be aware that their future car was in good hands all these years.

Figure 2. A well-maintained interior makes all the difference.

There are plenty of other good selling points that make the 993 such a valuable car. For the Turbo models, there, under the driver’s foot, is 408 horsepower that allows the vehicle to go from 0 to 60 MPH in approximately four seconds. There’s an awesome Getrag G64 transaxle to row through, and all-wheel driving turning 18x8" front and 18x10" rear “Turbo Twist” wheels through each bend in the road. Not bad for a car that’s more than 15 years old! It’s why many industry experts consider the Porsche 993 to be one of, if not the best, air-cooled sports cars to have ever been made.

Figure 3. An upgraded 993 Porsche Turbo.

Below is a very general, very approximate listing of what the Porsche 993 can sell for. Note that high mileage is considered anything near the 100K mark. Low mileage is anything around the 30K mark.

Year/Model
1993 Carrera/Carrera 4
1994 Carrera/Carrera 4
1995 Carrera/Carrera 4/Cabriolet
1996 Carrera/Carrera 4/Cabriolet
1996 Carrera 4S
1997 Carerra/Carrera 4/Cabriolet/Targa
1997 Carerra S
1998 Cabriolet
1998 Carrera S
High Mileage
 $25,000 $25,000 $25,000 $25,000 $35,000 $30,000 $35,000 $30,000 $40,000
Low Mileage
 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $50,000 $40,000 $55,000 $40,000 $55,000

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