Throttle Auctions: Final Air-Cooled Porsche 911 in Rare Zenith Blue Heads to Market

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A 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Coupe representing the last of the company’s air-cooled era is being offered for sale, finished in an uncommon Zenith Blue Metallic over a tan interior.

The car belongs to the 993 generation, which many collectors consider among the most desirable versions of the 911. The 993 marked the end of Porsche’s air-cooled lineage, blending the mechanical character of the classic cars with enough refinement to make them genuinely drivable. This example carries those traits with low mileage and a long ownership history.

The coupe shows just 28,925 original miles and has been with its second owner since 2002. That owner purchased the car in Oregon with roughly 13,000 miles on the odometer before having it transported to Massachusetts. Over the years it has been looked after by respected Porsche specialists, including Stuttgart Auto Tech in Lake Oswego, Oregon, and Autosport Engineering in Massachusetts.

Beneath the rear deck sits Porsche’s naturally aspirated air-cooled flat-six, paired with a six-speed manual transmission. Combined with the rear-wheel-drive Carrera 2 layout, a balanced chassis and hydraulic steering, the setup delivers the analog, connected driving feel that has cemented the final air-cooled 911 as a benchmark among enthusiasts.

The car has received a handful of measured upgrades, among them an RS conversion kit, revised suspension, upgraded wheels and a modernized radio. The changes sharpen its presentation and driving character without erasing the underlying appeal of the platform. All of the original equipment is included in the sale, giving the next owner flexibility and supporting the car’s collector value.

Service is reported to be current, with records included. Recent and preventative work covers a clutch replacement and a repair of the known electronic board issue. The sale also includes a clean title, leaving a low-mileage 993 that offers timeless styling, mechanical purity and an engaging drive.

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Throttle Car Club’s Auction specializes in buying and selling collectible cars located throughout the New England area. Our Annual Live In-Person Auction features as many as 100 vehicles on site at our new 35,000 sf facility in Scarborough, Maine, each year. All registered buyers and sellers get access into event as well as our welcome reception. Lastly, Throttle is also a licensed used car dealer in the State of Maine. Please continue to check out inventory for available vehicles for sale/auction.

Our team of industry experts understands that trust is a key component when deciding to buy a vehicle. Our team of qualified collector car experts can assist you in finding your dream car on a nationwide basis while providing investment valuation guidelines. We are ready to deliver you the best experience possible while achieving your desired results.

How to buy a car on auction?

  1. Register on one of the links above to start bidding.
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  3. Winning Bidders are required to pay a $1000 deposit at time of auction with the balance of the sale due to Throttle within 2 business days.
  4. Throttle can provide a shipping quote by a reputable transport company if needed.
  5. Throttle will provide you with all documentation necessary to register your car.

Buyer Fees

  1. 10% Buyer’s Premium on vehicles purchased at in-person live auctions
  2. 13% Buyer’s Premium on vehicles purchased on online auctions

Once we receive your completed registration form, you will receive a confirmation email from our Bidder Registration Department.

As a registered bidder, you and a guest will receive designated seating and access to the cocktail reception on Friday evening.

Bidder registration fees are non-refundable.

Schedule of Events

June 16th – 18th – Consignment Vehicle Dropoff 9:00am – 4:00pm

 June 19th –  

Vehicle Preview 12:00pm – 5:00pm

Registration 3:00pm – 6:00pm                  

 Registered Buyer & Seller Welcome Reception 5:00pm – 7:00pm

 June 20th – Registration Opens at 8:00am

Auction Starts at 10:00am

If you have questions regarding this process, call us at (888) 959-8051 x 6 or email us at auction@throttlecarclub.com. Our bidder registration experts are ready to assist you!

By Eve Nowell

Eve is a junior writer who’s learning the ropes of automotive journalism. Raised in a racing legacy family, she’s grown up around engines, stories, and trackside traditions, and now she’s beginning to share her own voice with readers.

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