Porsche 993 C4S FULL REVIEW - The One You’ve All Been Waiting For | TheCarGuys.tv

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  • @TeamPavlik
    @TeamPavlik Рік тому +28

    I impulse buy a stick of bubble gum and a candy bar at the grocery store checkout, Damian impulse buys a 993. We’re really no different him and I

  • @oibal60
    @oibal60 Рік тому +4

    Nice.
    I've a 1996 993 C2 iris blue metallic, 66,000 miles, 6-speed manny tranny, varioram, LSD. No CEL, no oil leaks. Multi-show full-concours winner. I do my own maintenance. I'm never selling it.

  • @nicolabennington203
    @nicolabennington203 Рік тому +13

    I use my 993 C4 all year around. Your C4S is a very good example. I agree the steering is not as nice as the C2, but such low numbers produced mean buying the best car you can afford always means a compromise. I prefer the narrow bodied cars, but any 993 is a good buy and a lovely drive.

    • @zakelwe
      @zakelwe Рік тому

      I got my 2002 Sony camcorder out of the shed just to do the door shot moment. All in 4:3 ...
      ua-cam.com/video/p_xjMVlA7TY/v-deo.html

  • @moogsta16
    @moogsta16 Рік тому +9

    Definitely a keeper...superb car from a superb era. Back in the day when 'the model down from the range topper' was still great. 306 GTI & 306 XSI, Impreza STI & WRX, Cerbera V8 & speed six, Esprit V8 & GT3 being cases in point....

  • @gastondeveaux3783
    @gastondeveaux3783 8 місяців тому +1

    The Mona Lisa of automobiles. It will never be surpassed.

  • @aboutthecurves
    @aboutthecurves Рік тому +2

    Have owned my 993 C4S for over 20 years and wont sell it in my lifetime. Had a Carrera S and narrow body Carrera but none were as well rounded and ticked all the boxes like the 4S. The Carrera S steering was not much better. By comparison my narrow body Carrera steered better but that was after some modifications to suspension, wheels and a Momo Prototipo. But I like the ability to push harder on less ideal back roads in the 4S.

  • @CJR_989
    @CJR_989 Рік тому +3

    Great vid guys. Seeing all the details takes me back to being a 10 year old back in the late nineties when my Dad had a Zenith blue 993 C2S. The best car he ever owned. Seeing this video reminds me about just how amazing it was. Definitely the car my Dad never should have sold!! Thanks for the nostalgia guys! Still my favourite gen of 911. 🙏

  • @cucamongaduke3600
    @cucamongaduke3600 Рік тому +1

    This was a great review! You and your mate have such a complementary rapport- each of you is critical of different things, but offer the critiques in a fun, engaging way. You can tell you guys have been friends a long time.

  • @pauln0371
    @pauln0371 Рік тому +3

    The 993 has always been one of my favourite designs of 911. Not got the horrid big plastic bumpers of the 964 and better looking than the 996. The spec of yours is just about spot on. I'd probably get rid of the Techart rear spoiler TBF and keep it looking standard.

  • @thedrivebygg
    @thedrivebygg Рік тому +1

    Best seats in the business, awesome video thanks for taking the time to produce it.

  • @details78
    @details78 Рік тому +1

    As a 70s baby, Forest Green is something quintessentially 90s for me. I recall that greens were scoffed at as being something that was out of style back then. And this color brought it back. I think it still holds up today. I love the wing, but would probably be annoyed if it was the cause of the scraping. So toss up there. Would be great to find a way to keep it. Continue to love the videos guys. All these years on.

  • @philnj1962
    @philnj1962 Рік тому +3

    Great video lads. I have the exact some colour and interior spec 993, except mine is a C2S. The steering feel and precision on the C2S is absolutely glorious.

  • @simoncoulson1
    @simoncoulson1 Рік тому +2

    Great episode. Not a Porsche guy me but nonetheless. A great fun entertaining watch. Glad Yr man Jason was there. Love his honesty. Keep it up guys. Can't wait until Fiday.

  • @911aircooled5
    @911aircooled5 Рік тому +5

    As an owner of many 911s, the 993 is the best, IMO. Even compared to my new 992GT3 (lovely and brilliant that it is, it lacks soul and analog driver experience that the 993 gives).
    👍👍 Really good summary Guys. Truely worthy of your garage. A turbo does have power to override the steering feel but costs a lot more to maintain (eg have to remove the intercooler often to get to the engine).
    PS, leave the techart spoiler on it. The spare lid that you have is NOT a C4S, it is from a C2S.

  • @Ninakoklahombi
    @Ninakoklahombi Рік тому +1

    Outstanding video gentlemen! The door sound took me back to my youth and by brothers 911. The sound of it opening is a sound I will never forget. Thank you for the wonderful memories. Cheers!

  • @arv109
    @arv109 3 місяці тому +1

    I’m from USA and really enjoyed your video. I have a 1998 C4S which has 12,000 miles on it.

  • @wheelsandeverything
    @wheelsandeverything Рік тому +2

    Damian - maybe consider a chassis set-up at Centre Gravity ? They can work wonders turning the most reluctant chassis into a car that flows with you and the road. Also the process is fascinating ... might make a nice vid (no allegiance to CG)

  • @kiwihame
    @kiwihame Рік тому +1

    For the first time, I'm Forest Green with jealousy. This is my fave 911, and with prices as crazy as they've become, it's unlikely I'll be able to afford one, or ever drive one. Thanks for sharing!

  • @Gavin-oq5tt
    @Gavin-oq5tt Рік тому +1

    It is funny how times change. I owned a 993 C2 in period (for 15 years) and always lusted over the C4S (with leather trim and xenon lights). I get my period fun now from a 348, but do miss the 993 - it did everything well.

  • @markh6384
    @markh6384 Рік тому +1

    Only 30 seconds in and reminded why I love the 993, looks fantastic. Best wheels too

  • @MyRetroWatches
    @MyRetroWatches Рік тому +3

    You can tell it’s had a recent mot by the fastened rear seatbelts!
    Why do they always leave them fastened

  • @MrTimeless101
    @MrTimeless101 Рік тому +2

    Its strange how the 993 is not more popular, to me it's the best looking air cooled 911. I think the 930's popularity with builders like Rauh Welt and Singer has effected it.

  • @martinboulden4388
    @martinboulden4388 Рік тому +2

    I’ve seen this beast in the Flesh (the 993 not Damian) and confirm the camera does not do it justice ! Just needs a sound system to bring it into 2023 and this would make a great daily ! Keep making amazing videos you two hooligans ! ❤

  • @jonathancollard3710
    @jonathancollard3710 Рік тому +1

    Loved mine; had it when it was the current model. “Triple Black” as our American cousins would say… black paint, black leather and black convertible roof. Fair to say the tiptronic gearbox wasn’t to everybody’s taste but a godsend in traffic . 👍

  • @somepliskin
    @somepliskin Рік тому +3

    Great review. Coloured interiors go so well with this age of 911

  • @sealgrey.911
    @sealgrey.911 Рік тому +2

    14:45 The Le Mans explanation of the starter key position is a myth that can't be killed. I don't believe it. Because the car would already sit in first gear when the driver comes running over and starts it. In that regard there is no need for a free left hand.
    Here in Germany, its homeland, the key is on the left while in normal cars it's on the right. Porsche says the heart beats on the left. A much cuter explanation. 😉

  • @richardcarter1000
    @richardcarter1000 Рік тому +2

    The 993 is peak Porsche for me. Love the green.

  • @johnrb9397
    @johnrb9397 Рік тому +2

    That’s a lovely car Boys. Don’t ever fail to appreciate it. God bless.

  • @nigel.w
    @nigel.w Рік тому +4

    Love the spec. Like the wing. I don't normally like big wings, but I like this one.

  • @albertpflugfelder8590
    @albertpflugfelder8590 Рік тому

    I own now my third 993.A C2 Cabriolet with varioram engine and manual shifter. Had the same creepy Becker stereo. Replaced it with a Blaupunkt Bremen with DAB 😊Definitely to recommend!

  • @garyg5947
    @garyg5947 Рік тому +2

    Great viewing ad always! Keep it up C.guys!! 👍

  • @boston3801
    @boston3801 Рік тому +1

    As always very educational video! What a beautiful color! !Thanks for sharing.

  • @martinofleeds
    @martinofleeds Рік тому +1

    I love the looks & The Colour. It’s just so, so, so-right. The size of the 993 C4S just sits right with Me. V informative as always D&J.
    I’ve just re-watched it again as I do nearly all of Your Videos (they’re just the right duration for me - I find it hard to sit down in one place for too long) & I spotted a few sample bottles in the glove box!. During my years of Rehab from My Special Type of Vodka and Devils Dandruff and used to have lots of the old “sample bottles” rattling around, I get ya 😜😘
    Oddly enough I bought a Jag XFR one Friday night Lagged up, back in the bad old days…..living in Leeds the trip down to Guildford to collect the car the following week wasn’t one of my better moves…….

  • @RogerBaileyOnCars
    @RogerBaileyOnCars Рік тому +1

    A 993 would be the one Classic to attract my money. Highly enjoyable video guys making my want even higher

  • @wheelsandeverything
    @wheelsandeverything Рік тому +2

    Damian - another great vid (imminent sales pitch?) - please realign the left rear exhaust tip ! ...5 minute job :-)

  • @keithmclaren9226
    @keithmclaren9226 Рік тому +1

    Lovely spec and learnt a lot on the 993! A lot of effort obviously went into pulling the review together. Exactly the colour scheme I would order for it 👍

  • @paulm114
    @paulm114 Рік тому +1

    Its a beautiful example and the colour contrast of the exterior and interior is great. Lovely!

  • @miniporscheclub
    @miniporscheclub Рік тому +1

    She's a beauty! Those wider rear arches really do set it off.

  • @cowanscott9047
    @cowanscott9047 Рік тому +1

    aaargh!!! ...That squint left rear exhaust tip doesn't do much for my OCD.. Apart from that.. :This review makes me want to get one!! Great video as ever!!

  • @chriswalford9228
    @chriswalford9228 2 місяці тому

    Great vid as I'm thinking of buying a 993 in 2025. I've owned a green and tan car , although it was a 71 MK3 Cortina. Also 70's cars could have a great sound to Webber carb in the Cortina was adorned with a metal oil soaked pancake air filter which you would get from Halfords and give you a nice induction noise . Further tuning would be a pair of furry dice, a radio centre consol, fibre glass wippy ariel , stick on rear window heater and furry seat covers , all from Halfords .

  • @johnycarrera
    @johnycarrera Рік тому +1

    I’ve had two 993s a C2 and a turbo, this really makes me miss them, fantastic cars to own, parts are getting pricey though! If it were mine I’d lose the big rear wang, the standard one shows off the lovely lines better ….. enjoy it though 👍🏻

  • @kaytrojan7052
    @kaytrojan7052 Рік тому +1

    The car is really superb! Thanks for the great description of all details! In my eyes forestgreen is the best you can get. My own C4S is oakgreen, also pretty seldom. And never forget that green is the favourite colour of the Porsche family😉

  • @simonperryman
    @simonperryman Рік тому +1

    I have had a Midnight Blue Carrera 2 for 16 years! Great cars. You need to get the inside of the wheel arches rolled at the top to stop the scraping. Not a difficult job. Engine is lovely and unburstable and the build quality is superb. Main things to watch are always dry the brakes before garaging or the inner disc faces corrode and don't let water sit under the corners of the windscreen and rear screen after washing the car or the frames will rot! Rear bumper stays eventually rot out, plastic head covers crack and heat protection round exhaust is prone to rattle! Air con is not brilliant even when working properly and is expensive to fix. Oh, and mine has doubled in value since I bought it!

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  Рік тому

      Thanks for all the tips, Simon 👍🏻

    • @simonperryman
      @simonperryman Рік тому

      @@TheCarGuysTV No problem. Sorry, sounded ultra nerdy on reading back!
      S

  • @oneeleven9832
    @oneeleven9832 Рік тому +4

    Wing looks perfect 👍

  • @zakelwe
    @zakelwe Рік тому +1

    I'm half way through and loving it. Jason buying this Land Rover Green and tan 993 whilst drunk on an auction site whilst considering he picked up the car from Scotland I bet the seller was too.
    "I paid a bit over the odds"
    In hindsight it does not matter, a fantastic back story.

  • @suttonyeung5341
    @suttonyeung5341 Рік тому +1

    Great review guys. There's an easy fix for the heavy steering involving a revision to the suspension geometry so that it's closer to that of the RS. It makes a huge difference to the way the car feels.
    I love that colour combination.

  • @dommorton
    @dommorton Рік тому +2

    I owned a Carrera S and then a 4S for a decade. Personally I much preferred the steering feel and nose weight of the 4 Vs the 2. The 2 was always light and floaty not inspiring confidence. Lovely cars and though I’m not missing mine too badly, it was a fantastic car that provided a lot of enjoyment in my time with it.

    • @aboutthecurves
      @aboutthecurves Рік тому +1

      Exactly the same for me. The 4S is still with me after twenty years. The Carrera S left my garage 3 odd years ago when I needed to downsize.

  • @AD-ph6ip
    @AD-ph6ip Рік тому +1

    She is a looker and a keeper, in my opinion
    Definitely a worthy member to have as part of the garage.

  • @andygtv
    @andygtv Рік тому +1

    Looks great in that green, nice review

  • @benpenagonzales6014
    @benpenagonzales6014 Рік тому +2

    Very nice. Looks no different to the turbo 993 which I think is goat looking 911. And the spec is lovely and like a jag, part carpet doors! And sunroof!

  • @paulm1278
    @paulm1278 Місяць тому

    You'll see my new to me 993, on the every day in Lancashire. A collecting cars buy too, but I did view it first as it was local to me. Decided to get sell my pristine original paint 1986 Carrera 3.2 this spring as it hardly gets used, and sell the Golf GTi daily driver, and drive 993 as the daily, while we still can.

  • @marcelfehr2267
    @marcelfehr2267 Рік тому +1

    oh yes, and you've got the old turbo seats (964), which are the best seats ever in a 911 and are still better then most of the modern seats as well

  • @djh29971
    @djh29971 Рік тому +3

    A proper Porsche. I love the 993 as much as I dislike the 996 and I even have a soft spot for the Targa. The 993 was the last 911 before the Accountants came in, though the Accountants were in reality Toyota! Great car and spec - even the wing oddly makes sense - shame it will not be a keeper.

  • @beardedgarage
    @beardedgarage Рік тому

    Gorgeous car. Nothing like the feel behind the wheel of a 993!

  • @cinqiwc
    @cinqiwc Рік тому +2

    Stunning spec, great video!

  • @mattylf1
    @mattylf1 Рік тому +2

    Nice looking 911. I would definitely keep the spoiler on the back as it gives it more of an aggressive shape. Colour combo is rather unique. I would keep it 👍

  • @flavioc5389
    @flavioc5389 Рік тому +4

    It’s my favorite 911 generation!! 🥰

  • @kerryknudsen6521
    @kerryknudsen6521 Рік тому +1

    my two favourite people !
    woo! great episode

  • @iainmcglynn833
    @iainmcglynn833 Рік тому +1

    It’s a dream spec and absolutely gorgeous in every way

  • @davemclean8667
    @davemclean8667 Рік тому +2

    Really enjoyed this episode. Awesome per sandard.

  • @institutmorningkiss
    @institutmorningkiss Рік тому

    Great review, with the blot of falling into the caricature of slating the C2 as being dangerously wayward. Which it really isn't (I've had 3)

  • @detonator2112
    @detonator2112 Рік тому +1

    993 is absolute Porsche perfection. I don't like the rear wing on this though. It'd look even better without the fixed wing and orange front turn signals would give the front a great contrast. Other than that, that is my absolute dream car.

  • @mikeg6689
    @mikeg6689 Рік тому

    Make sure radio issue is alternator starting to go...sending too much power and triggering safety cutoff on stereo... this was first sign on mine

  • @stephenrooker1941
    @stephenrooker1941 Рік тому +1

    Stunning colour combo 😍

  • @Dannycrm
    @Dannycrm Рік тому +1

    I could have spent hours just looking at the lines of this car. But the drive home was pretty special as well.. !

  • @abnermedina9131
    @abnermedina9131 Рік тому +1

    The 993 is my favorite 911 ever !

  • @robertlloyd7493
    @robertlloyd7493 Рік тому +6

    Beans on a Friday.....Mr Brewer does not know what he is missing !

    • @Nowheremt
      @Nowheremt Рік тому +1

      Honestly, I’m glad he didn’t show. I’d rather see Edd.

  • @markevo6
    @markevo6 Рік тому

    I'm currently looking for a 993 C4S to sit alongside my 991.2 CS GT3 Manual and I am in love with yours ! I love the rear wing , the stance , the colour - its perfect and I hope I can find one as nice as yours but I doubt it . If you ever decide to sell it please get in contact with me :) Good luck with your gorgeous 993 and happy motoring .

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  Рік тому

      Thanks, Mark, I’ll bear that in mind. Could happen.

    • @markevo6
      @markevo6 Рік тому +1

      @@TheCarGuysTV I'll keep my fingers crossed but I would not blame you at all for putting it in " the keepers " corner . I used to own a 91 Nsx Red / Manual 12k miles from new and still kick myself every night before going to bed for selling it and wont make that mistake again ! Great videos btw , loving your content .

  • @TheDG836
    @TheDG836 Рік тому

    Sports seats, hard backs. I would have mentioned those. Second hand can’t be found, or they are over $10K in the U.S.
    Sometimes I go in the garage, stand behind the rear of my 993 C4S and just look at it. It has the best rear

  • @TallDrink911
    @TallDrink911 Рік тому +2

    You had me at Porsche! ❤

  • @federicoboscolo232
    @federicoboscolo232 Рік тому

    The intake noise that kicks around 5,500 RPM is the varioram. Not a tech but I’m theory after those RPM airflow in the air goes through some other channels of the intake manifold to guarantee full torque.
    When you get to that torque point the car starts screaming

  • @richardm2661
    @richardm2661 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful car, although the noise doesn’t do much for me. Actually changed my mind sounded good towards the end :)

  • @jonathancollard3710
    @jonathancollard3710 Рік тому +1

    I’d suggest you swap the orange side indicator lens for clear versions to complement the overall aesthetic….

  • @jonasirw1
    @jonasirw1 Рік тому +1

    This and Irish green are the best color a 911 can come in..esp when combined with tan interior

  • @ektrolleyboy
    @ektrolleyboy Рік тому +1

    That wing is actually an “aero-kit” wing. Which was an OEM option. That said… Yours could be an aftermarket wing from the likes of FVD. But regardless. It was an actual option from Porsche as new.
    Also. Your car does NOT have “cruise control”. That’s the trip computer stalk. Which is linked to that digital display and was an optional extra…

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  Рік тому

      Thank god for you

    • @ektrolleyboy
      @ektrolleyboy Рік тому +1

      @@TheCarGuysTV LOL! 😂 Sorry! 993 nerd/expert/past Porsche sales specialist from the 993/996 era.
      Recommendation: Take the spacers off. It’ll drive better.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  Рік тому

      @@ektrolleyboy 👍🏻

  • @daggidding4478
    @daggidding4478 Рік тому +1

    Great episode. I love your style of commenting. maybe that is because I am of the same build year 😀

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  Рік тому

      That's great to hear and glad you liked the episode, Dag

    • @daggidding4478
      @daggidding4478 Рік тому

      @@TheCarGuysTV always 😃

  • @carseyeadmire
    @carseyeadmire Рік тому

    The drop in ride height maybe causing it to push. Maybe raise the rear half an inch and if there's spacers in the front Maybe try it without them first to see if that improves it.

  • @93455Driver
    @93455Driver Рік тому +1

    That color, should be available on every car ever made.

  • @Woodysuffolk
    @Woodysuffolk Рік тому

    Damien ,quick question,why sell the turbo you had and keep the c4s ?my favourite car channel by the way

  • @julianevans9548
    @julianevans9548 Рік тому +2

    Lovely car. But take out the spacers if they are what is making it rub, surely. Also, from the side, does the back look lower? So, it might look better without them?
    Entertaining and informative stuff - I'm all chillaxed now, as the kids say (or said about a decade ago).

  • @timswift8773
    @timswift8773 Рік тому +2

    Inspired me to get the keys and take mine out for a drive. Top video guys.

  • @johnmcreynolds5299
    @johnmcreynolds5299 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful colour combination….👍🏼👍🏼🚗👍🏼👍🏼

  • @jimmyquinn9639
    @jimmyquinn9639 Рік тому +1

    Lovely car and interesting video 🚗🚙🚘👍👍👍👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @sp00ky1969
    @sp00ky1969 Рік тому

    Half inch wider on the front wheels helps with understeer on the 964 C4 and I’d guess it would be the same on the 993? Lovely car. 👍

  • @zzhughesd
    @zzhughesd Рік тому +1

    Looks sits lovely Damian. Green over tan 911

  • @iansmith7387
    @iansmith7387 Рік тому +1

    Quality episode guys

  • @ducbox572
    @ducbox572 Рік тому

    Seem like there are just a few minor annoyances. A little fettling (alignment, ride height adjustment, spacer tweaking) could mitigate them and make it just more enjoyable. Also, being a rugged Porsche, one can absolutely cane it.

  • @djgtuk2012
    @djgtuk2012 8 місяців тому

    This car was listed without the wing .. did it come with two bootlids?

  • @kmac5849
    @kmac5849 Рік тому +2

    On a wet dreary day,I was blown into the puddles at a traffic light Grand Prix by one of these(in my xr3i😂) it was complete with ‘whale tail’ and left a 10 foot rooster of water in the air as it vanished, I have loved them ever since😊

  • @antonygriffiths6764
    @antonygriffiths6764 Рік тому

    Hi Damian, I really like the green colour of your 993 C4s. Could you please tell me what the Porsche colour is?

  • @andyfowler2271
    @andyfowler2271 Рік тому +1

    That one beautiful piece of engineering 😀😀

  • @marcschulz6689
    @marcschulz6689 Рік тому

    I used to have a 993 convertible in iris blue with blue interior when I was 27. I traded my 964 for this car. It's been a bad discission. 964 always. Now 23 years later.

  • @mannyc19
    @mannyc19 26 днів тому

    I want one, but a Targa model. I own a 2003 996 Targa S , all black and full leather with over 162,000 km and the IMS was sorted by the 2nd owner, its a standard. It is my 2nd car. Also have a daily thats a HONDA Civic from 1995

  • @pappas2026pappas2026
    @pappas2026pappas2026 Рік тому +1

    993 is most modern designed looking Porsche. It’s my fav.

  • @flyinghedgehog3833
    @flyinghedgehog3833 Рік тому +1

    Oh oh anything on your radar @Silverstone Auctions today? My pick HF Integrale Evo 11...ex Rowan A. To replace the 993.Jason would approve?

  • @77CJJ
    @77CJJ Рік тому +1

    That colour combo is the business…

  • @joneaton3366
    @joneaton3366 Рік тому +1

    Lovely car and keep the wing on

  • @Carrera-gp9od
    @Carrera-gp9od Рік тому +1

    Rather tasteful colour combination , lovely .
    👍🏻

  • @Andy_T79
    @Andy_T79 Рік тому

    🔥 Just needs a supercharger kit!

  • @MAXREVS
    @MAXREVS Рік тому +2

    BOOM🔥Saving this one for after dinner👍🏼

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  Рік тому

      Hope you enjoy

    • @MAXREVS
      @MAXREVS Рік тому +1

      @@TheCarGuysTV What a special episode, forget the awesome car for one moment, I could really see the passion of that vehicle coming through... awesome commentary and lots of knowledge on offer which kept me watching until the end. Love the purchase story, my own 981 GT4 was seen and purchased within minutes before I could even think about it. Sometimes these spur of the moment decisions are best, and after your videos on EVs and it must be an extra special treat to enter that time machine of a Porsche. Very happy for you, your enthusiasm and banter was set to 11 for this video 😁

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  Рік тому

      @@MAXREVS Appreciate that, my friend.