It is common to find buyers of the Porsche 968 enthusiastic about their purchase. The 968 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Porsche line for years. It is considered an institution of a car and the 1993 model is no exception. The Porsche 968 falls into the convertible for the family category. The 968 inspires brand loyalty, and it's not unusual to have a buyer purchase Porsches year after year It is a constant that only gets better with age.

Porsche 968 Engine Specs

The 968 Base is equipped with a Porsche 3.0 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a Getrag 6-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Porsche.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The 968 has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the 968 Base are 68.30 inches wide by 170.90 inches long. It sits a comfortable 50.20 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 94.50 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $39,950 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1993 968 is a traditional Bosch Motronic, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 19.60 gallons.

The 1993 968 gets 25 - 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 16 - 17 in the city. This is exceptional for a convertible car.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Porsche 968 Base sold well in 1993. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Porsche, specifically a 968.

Tags: 2-Door, Base, Convertible, Porsche 968, United States market

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