1992 Porsche 911 / 964 Carrera - Carrera 4 Cabriolet

Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Cabriolet

Second-Series 964 · Italian Delivery · Documented History

The Porsche 964 Experience

The Porsche 964 occupies a unique and increasingly important place in the evolution of the 911 lineage. Introduced as the successor to the G-Series, the 964 combined the timeless design and analogue driving experience of the classic air-cooled 911 with significantly modernised engineering, improved usability, and advanced technology.

The Carrera 4 Cabriolet offers a particularly compelling combination: open-top driving, naturally aspirated flat-six performance, and Porsche’s sophisticated all-wheel-drive system derived from the legendary 959 programme.

Today, the 964 is widely recognised as one of the most usable and collectible air-cooled 911 generations—modern enough for regular driving, yet still deeply mechanical and analogue in character.

Model Context & Second-Series Significance

This example is particularly desirable as a second-series 964, produced after Porsche implemented important mechanical revisions to address the well-known early-production issues affecting the first 1989–1991 cars.

Most notably, later-production 964s benefitted from:

- Revised cylinder head sealing design

- Updated engine case improvements

- Improved oil leak prevention measures

General refinement of reliability and assembly quality

These updates significantly improved long-term durability and are one of the key reasons knowledgeable collectors and enthusiasts tend to favour later 1992-onward production cars such as this example.

The 964 generation itself introduced numerous advances over earlier 911s, including:

- Coil-spring suspension replacing torsion bars

- Power steering

- ABS braking

- Improved aerodynamics

- Retractable rear spoiler

- Sophisticated all-wheel-drive system on Carrera 4 models

Despite these modernisations, the 964 retained the compact dimensions and unmistakable driving feel of the classic air-cooled 911.

Identity & Configuration

Model: Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Cabriolet

Year: 1992

Chassis: WP0ZZZ96ZNS451162

Model type: 964 530

Engine type: M64/01-62N

Gearbox type: G64/00

Exterior colour: L700 Black

Transmission: Manual gearbox

Drivetrain: All-wheel drive

Factory option codes include:

C07 – Italian-market specification

231 – Bridged differential / tyre specification

327 – Blaupunkt radio

403 – 17-inch Cup wheels

437 – 8-way electrical comfort seat, left

438 – 8-way electrical comfort seat, right

567 – Green-tinted windscreen with graduated tint band

573 – Air conditioning

History, Provenance & Documentation

This Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Cabriolet was delivered new in Italy by:

17/02/1992 – Delivered by Delcar S.p.A., Centro Porsche Varese (dealer code 0107)

Known ownership and service history includes:

15/09/1992 – First Italian registration to Renato C., Seregno (MI), Italy

27/02/2002 – Service at 26,000 km by Porsche Wendecar S.r.l., Centro Porsche Varese

Second owner: Lico S., Cuasso Al Monte (VA), Italy

28/03/2005 – Service at 47,000 km by Porsche Wendecar S.r.l.

03/05/2008 – Service at 66,000 km by Porsche Wendecar S.r.l.

10/07/2010 – Service at 83,000 km by Porsche Wendecar S.r.l.

Third owner: Stefano M., Cardana di Besozzo (VA), Italy

26/05/2021 – Acquired by current Belgian owner at 97,872 km

06/05/2025 – Belgian MOT at 107,335 km

06/10/2025 – Works carried out at 108,942 km by independent Porsche specialist

18/02/2026 – Service at 109,050 km including fluids, spark plugs, and filters

The car today shows exactly 109,331 km.

Service History & Recent Works

The car benefits from a coherent and well-documented maintenance history, with repeated servicing through official Porsche channels in Italy during much of its early life.

Recent works carried out by an independent Porsche specialist in Belgium include:

October 2025 – 108,942 km

Washer system repair

Winter recommissioning

Replacement of front bonnet struts

February 2026 – 109,050 km

Full service

Fluids replaced

Spark plugs replaced

Filters replaced

Invoices for these works are on file.

Condition & Presentation

The car presents as a highly honest and well-preserved example of the 964 Carrera 4 Cabriolet.

The bodywork retains excellent proportions and panel fit, while the classic black-over-black specification gives the car a timeless and understated appearance.

Importantly, the car retains a 100% original interior, preserved in very good condition throughout. The seats, dashboard, carpets, trim elements, and switchgear all maintain the authentic atmosphere characteristic of the air-cooled Porsche era.

Additional originality details include:

Original Porsche factory paint-code sticker under the front bonnet

Original factory specification option sticker still present under the front bonnet

Original Blaupunkt radio documentation and anti-theft code card

The electrically operated convertible hood functions perfectly and operates exactly as intended.

The car displays a few minor stone chips and cosmetic signs of age consistent with careful use and mileage, reinforcing its authentic and unrestored character rather than excessive cosmetic refurbishment.

Mechanically, the car is described as:

Running and driving correctly

Properly maintained

Ready for immediate use

Documentation & Accessories

The car is accompanied by:

Original Porsche leather document pouch

Original service booklet

Original owner’s manual

Original Blaupunkt radio documentation

Original anti-theft radio code card

Two keys

Service invoices

Belgian registration documents

Valid Belgian MOT certificate

Collectability & Market Position

The Porsche 964 has firmly established itself as one of the most desirable modern classic 911 generations.

Key elements driving collector interest include:

Air-cooled flat-six engine

Compact classic 911 dimensions

Analogue driving feel

Increasing rarity of unmodified examples

Strong usability compared to earlier air-cooled models

Second-series cars such as this example are especially appreciated due to their improved mechanical reliability and refined production updates.

This car further benefits from:

Italian-market delivery

Documented long-term history

Manual gearbox

Highly original presentation

Original interior and factory stickers preserved

Fully functional electric hood

Belgian registration and usability

As the market increasingly focuses on authentic, mechanically correct air-cooled 911s, well-documented examples such as this continue to attract growing collector interest.

Summary

A highly attractive and well-documented Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, combining:

Desirable second-series production

Manual gearbox

Italian-market provenance

Highly original condition

Preserved factory details and interior

Strong documented history

An increasingly collectible air-cooled 911 equally suited for touring, regular enjoyment, or long-term collection.

Location & Viewing

The car is currently located in Wavre (Belgium), with Belgian road registration and valid MOT.

Viewings are available by appointment, and assistance with international transport or export can be arranged upon request.