Overview of the Porsche 911 Carrera RS
This is a black Porsche 911 Carrera RS coupe, offered as lot 75264 at USS Tokyo on 8 October 2026. It is a left hand drive parallel import with a six speed manual gearbox, first registered in Japan in September 1996, with the sheet listing the imported car model year as 1995. The odometer reads 59,277 km, approximately 36,834 miles. The auction grade is 4, the interior grade is B, and the Japanese inspection (shaken) runs to 14 May 2027.
This is not a standard road car. The seller lists it as a Clubsport with Recaro seats, a roll cage, Speedline 18 inch wheels, aftermarket aero parts and aftermarket coilover suspension. The seller asks buyers to inspect the car in person because of the customisation. For a buyer who wants a raw, track ready air cooled Porsche rather than a museum piece, that is exactly the appeal. For anyone expecting an untouched factory RS, it is a point to weigh carefully.
The Drive Review
The 993 generation Carrera RS is the last and arguably the sharpest of the air cooled lightweight 911s. The 3.8 litre flat six, rated at 300 PS in factory form, sits behind the rear axle and drives the rear wheels through a six speed manual. It is a high revving, mechanical engine that gets louder, harder and more urgent as the tachometer climbs towards the red zone, with none of the artificial filtering of a modern turbocharged car.
The steering is light and talkative, the rear end gives constant information, and the car rewards commitment. It also asks for respect. The weight sits over and behind the rear wheels, so smooth inputs matter, and modern driver aids are absent. This car has no air conditioning according to the sheet, which fits the stripped, purposeful character. The cabin photographs show bucket seats, a suede rimmed steering wheel and a roll bar, so expect a loud, firm and focused drive rather than a relaxed grand tourer.
Because the suspension has been changed to aftermarket coilovers, the ride and handling will differ from a factory RS. The adjustment wrench is missing, so the ride height and damper settings are not confirmed and should be checked on arrival.
Auction Details
Auction house: USS Tokyo. Sheet title: Imported car prime corner. Lot number: 75264. Auction date in Japan: 8 October 2026. Auction grade: 4. Interior grade: B. Exterior grade: 4. The auction start price is ¥32,000,000. The Autoselecta guide bidding range is £9,250 to £24,750. That is an estimated bidding range based on comparable sales, not a guaranteed purchase price, and the car may not sell within it. Similar cars in the results data include other versions and conditions, so judge this one on its own merits. The current minimum bid and the landed cost for your country are shown in the price panel on this page.
All bids must be submitted before 9PM UK time the evening before auction.
Vehicle Specifications
Manufacturer: Porsche. Model: 911 Carrera RS, coupe. Engine capacity: 3,800 cc, petrol. Transmission: six speed floor manual. Drive: 2WD on the sheet, which for this model means rear wheel drive. Steering: left hand drive. Exterior colour: black, original colour with no colour change marked. Colour code and interior colour: blank on the sheet. Mileage: 59,277 km, approximately 36,834 miles. First registration: September 1996 (Heisei 8). Imported car model year: 1995. Import type: parallel import. Registration number: Kobe 336 se 993. Frame number: WP0ZZZ99ZSS390205. Recycling deposit: ¥13,300.
The chassis code is written as unknown (フメイ) on the sheet, so it is not recorded here. The frame number format and the bodywork seen in the photographs are consistent with the 993 generation, built from 1993 to 1998, but buyers should confirm authenticity through Porsche documentation before bidding.
Factory Features and Equipment
The sheet circles genuine alloy wheels and power steering. The listed sales points are Clubsport, Speedline 18 inch alloy wheels, Recaro seats, left hand drive, roll cage and ETC. The photographs show polished lip wheels with a multi spoke design, a large fixed rear wing, a front splitter style lower bumper with a red tow loop, a roll cage, a suede steering wheel and a red harness. An ignition switch marked ON and START is mounted on the dash.
Air conditioning is marked as none. The new car service book with warranty is marked as none. Owner manuals, spare key and number of keys are not confirmed on the auction sheet. The circled 欠 above スペア means a spare is missing, which is most likely the spare tyre, though the sheet does not say whether it means the spare tyre or the spare key. Navigation is not mentioned.
Japanese Auction Report Translation
The sheet says the car was bought directly from the private owner (ユーザー買取車). Vehicle history for non private use is blank. The points to note read: aftermarket aero parts and aftermarket coilover suspension with the adjustment wrench missing, and the car is customised so please inspect the actual car.
The inspector's report, line by line: front floor scratched and dented; aftermarket over fenders, with a question mark, so the inspector is unsure; cabin scuffed and dirty; bonnet damper faulty; rear garnish cracked; small scratches and small dents repaired. No engine noise, gearbox, clutch, oil leak, coolant leak, warning light, suspension, steering, brake, exhaust or underbody comments are written on the sheet, so these are not confirmed either way. The instrument photograph shows an orange warning indicator lit on the cluster, but the sheet does not explain it, so treat it as unconfirmed.
Damage Diagram and Body Condition
The diagram marks the front bumper with A, a scratch. The left and right front wings both carry A W2: a scratch plus a repair mark or panel wave. The bonnet has W2, a visible repair mark or panel wave. The roof has A1, a small scratch. The left door has W2. The right door has A1 W2, a small scratch plus a repair mark or wave. The left rear quarter panel has W2, and the right rear quarter panel has A1 W2. The left side of the rear bumper has Y1, a small crack.
In plain terms, W2 appears on almost every body panel. That points to past repair or refinishing work, in keeping with the inspector's note that small scratches and small dents have been repaired. The photographs show a glossy black finish with no obvious large damage, though the bright lighting hides fine detail. The possible aftermarket over fenders are a further question: the inspector was not certain, and the wide rear arches should be checked against what a factory RS carries.
Overall this is a usable enthusiast car with a modified, track oriented specification, not collector grade originality. A physical inspection or a detailed photo request is strongly advised.
Interior Condition
The interior grade is B. The inspector notes the cabin as scuffed and dirty (ルーム内スレ汚れ), and the front floor as scratched and dented. The photographs show a bare, race style cabin with a Recaro bucket seat, a suede wheel, a roll bar, a black cloth passenger seat and a gear lever with a leather gaiter. The odometer in the cluster reads 59277 km. No headlining, smoke or odour comments appear on the sheet. The rear garnish is cracked.
Japanese Auction Grades
Grade 4 is an above average result on the auction scale, meaning good overall condition with some visible wear or repair, and interior B indicates a typical used cabin with some wear. Here the grade sits alongside heavy modification and repair marks, so read the comments rather than the number alone.
Model History
The Carrera RS arrived in 1995 as the lightweight, road legal homologation special of the 993 generation, and it was the last air cooled RS. It combined the 3.8 litre flat six with the six speed manual, a lighter body, thinner glass, a stripped interior and a fixed rear wing. The wider rear body and larger wheels set it apart from the regular Carrera. The Clubsport specification took this further with a roll cage and bucket seats. It is the road going link to the 993 GT2 and the Cup racing cars.
Why This Model Has Become Collectible
Yes, the Porsche 911 Carrera RS is firmly collectible. Production was limited to roughly a thousand cars, it is the last of the air cooled RS line, it has a manual gearbox and an analogue driving feel, and global demand far exceeds supply. Many were used hard or modified, so unmolested cars are scarce. A modified, repaired example such as this one sits at a very different price point from a factory original, so its appeal depends on how the buyer plans to use it. No future values are guaranteed, and this should not be viewed as an investment.
What To Look For When Buying This Model
Start with authenticity: verify the frame number with Porsche, and check that the lightweight RS parts are correct. Examine the repair marks on every panel for paint thickness and alignment. Check the front floor damage and the underbody for rust or bent structure. Air cooled flat sixes can weep oil, so inspect the engine and gearbox for leaks, and check the clutch and gearbox action. Look at the aftermarket coilovers, replace the missing wrench if needed, and confirm the faulty bonnet damper, cracked rear garnish and the wing mounting. Check tyre age, the warning light and the missing spare.
Why Import This Car From Japan
Japan's auction system offers cars with independent inspections and sheets, and clean, low mileage Porsches turn up here from careful owners. Sourcing a 993 RS from Japan lets you see a documented condition report before you commit, which is rare elsewhere.
USA Import Information
This car was first registered in September 1996, so it is 25 years or older and eligible for import into the United States. Autoselecta can arrange shipment from Japan to the United States. Please contact Autoselecta with your city or ZIP code before bidding so a delivered quotation can be prepared. We can calculate the expected purchase cost, Japan costs, shipping, customs related costs and delivery requirements. Additional charges may apply, so confirm the federal and state requirements that apply to you.
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Auction Caution
Auction cars are inspected before sale but are still used vehicles. The auction sheet is an independent condition guide, not a mechanical warranty. A modified, track oriented 993 like this one may need servicing, maintenance or refurbishment after purchase. Please note the key inspector warnings again: the front floor is scratched and dented, possible aftermarket over fenders, a scuffed and dirty cabin, a faulty bonnet damper, a cracked rear garnish, W2 repair marks on most panels, a small crack at the rear bumper, aftermarket aero and coilovers with the wrench missing, a missing spare, and no service book. The seller asks for a physical inspection before bidding.
