Porsche 993 Essential Companion
Classic Car Mart, October 2006, UKFollowing on from our review of a similar title on the Porsche 911SC in last month’sClassic Car Martcomes this, an all-encompassing look at the 993-series models and what’s involved if you’re thinking of buying, maintaining, repairing or simply researching one.This is the third book in a planned range of six covering various Porsche models in incredible detail. And although it’s quite a major investment at just under $100, it’s also invaluable if a 993-model Porsche is high on your shopping list of Exotica To Buy. In any case, if you can afford a secondhand 993, what’s another one-hundred bucks?In case you’re confused by exactly what a 993 is, it’s essentially the 911 model that Porsche produced between 1993 and the 1998 model year. And that means coverage of such iconic versions produced during that time as the 993 Carrera Coupe and Cabriolet, Targa (1996-98), 993 Turbo, Turbo Cabriolet and Speedster, 993 Carrera S, Carrera 4S and Turbo S, and even the 993 GT-2 and 911 GT-1. Confused? Well, if you’re well up on your modern-classic Porsches, you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about.This is a highly specialized book by any standards. But if a Porsche 993-series is the car you’re about to buy, it’s also essential reading, providing brilliantly the kind of detail and information guaranteed to ensure you don’t buy a dud. You won’t buy this book for its glossy image (there isn’t one) or its creative layout (ditto); but within its 640 pages (yes, this is a seriously big title) you’ll find the kind of information, advice and intricate detail you won’t find anywhere else. It’s as simple as that.Restored Cars magazine,May-June 2007-Australian magazineWhether you are an owner or a would-be owner, this book is packed with vital information sourced from enthusiasts and experts around the world, it will answer virtually any question you might ask about the 993. The features include, complete historical review of the 993 on and off the racetrack, how to identify and authenticate one, what to look for when buying one and how to service them. There are descriptions of engine and engine management, transmission, running gear, wheels and tyres. There is also a complete explanation of all installed electrical systems, how to troubleshoot and repair the 993 and how to improve the performance of it. The 640 pages include 1300 illustrations. Covered in this book is every known 993 model and market version manufactured and sold worldwide in model years 1994-98. These include, 993 Carrera Coupe and Cabriolet, 993 Targa model years 1996-98, 993 Carrera 4 Coupe and Cabriolet model years1994-98, 993 Turbo model years 1995-08, 993 Turbo Cabriolet, 993 Speedster, 993 Carrera S, Carrera 4S and Turbo S, 993 Carrera RS and RSR, 993 Cup-Sport and Carrera Cup, 993 GT-2 and 911 GT-1.