1992 | Porsche 911 Carrera 4

This incredibly original, ultra-low mileage manual Porsche 911 964 Carrera 4 Targa was supplied new by Porsche agents Heddell and Deeks in Bournemouth on the 8th August 1992. This very special car has covered just 54000 warranted miles and with estimates suggesting that fewer than 1,500 Carrera 4 Targas were produced globally over the 964’s production run, this is an incredibly desirable and rare car.

The car was supplied new to its first owner in Wimborne, Dorset finished in the highly sought after Guards Red. The 911 was serviced by the supplying dealer at 1800 miles in 1993 before heading to Scotland. In 1994 at 11168 miles the 911 was serviced at Glenvarigill in Edinburgh and in 1996 Porsche Centre Merlin stamped the book at 23554 miles. The Porsche then settled in Kent; officer dealer AFN Porsche serviced the car at 28194 miles and in 1999 and 2000 Lindbrook Official Porsche Centre maintained the car at 32950 and 35495 miles. In September 2001 Porsche specialists Chilham Sportscars stamped the book at 44807 miles. In 2002 and 2003 the same specialist serviced the car ahead of being dry stored and off the road for 20 years.

In 2024 the 911 was taken out of storage and found to retain its wonderful, highly original finish. The car was re-commissioned which included a new Bosch fuel pump, crankshaft sensor, brake discs and pads, anti-roll bar dust boots, wiper motor, oil hoses, relays, new tyres, front and rear gas struts and engine service. As result, the 911 is absolutely on the button and driving perfectly. The car epitomises what Porsche were aiming for with this generation of 911, turning the nose into a corner feels exceptionally direct and confident while the 5-speed gearbox is superbly tight and smooth. Working through the rev range, the 964 comes alive with the 3.6L naturally aspirated powerplant housed in the rear delivering 250 horsepower through the 4WD system, it really is sensational on the road.

This 911 is highly original and its impressive Guards Red paintwork presents incredibly well. The bodywork is exceptionally straight and original and the Carrera 4 external appearance is quite simply outstanding with the wider rear arches accommodating the Four-wheel-drive system giving it a muscular stance with impressive curb appeal. The upholstery is equally impressive with superb, original Black with Red piped seats offering impressive comfort and support in the bolsters. For the driver, the utilitarian dashboard houses sporty dials paying homage to the reputation of the 911 being a true driver's car. The lack of distractions inside focusses your attention on the superbly designed driving dynamics of this superb sports car.

KOI 2843 is a rare car, and finding a manual 964 Targa this original will not be easily repeated. This is the perfect usable Porsche, and it does not require any improvement, it's 33-year-old patina can be simply appreciated, enjoyed and preserved. The Targa will be supplied with 12-months MOT, annual service and is without doubt a car for the discerning buyer. Such low mileage and level of originality is exceptionally scarce in the 964 market, KOI 2843 presents a superb opportunity to purchase a low mileage appreciating 911 that is quite simply exceptional on the road.