Why I'm Selling my Porsche 911 993 C4S! Am I an IDIOT? Can It Possibly be Justified? | TheCarGuys.tv

[@ryanpatterson9526]

I'd keep it, but when you're this rich it's very easy to get bored with things.

[@alancrisp1582]

🤔🤫 Jealousy will get you absolutely no where in life !!.

[@original2758]

​@@alancrisp1582, Could just be reasonable "speculation" from personal experience etc. Not necessarily jealousy imo...

[@mr_jdes]

Rich…… it’s a 993 Porsche mate not a La Ferrari, ease up 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@original2758]

@@mr_jdes He does appear to be "filthy rich" though...at least $50 million 😂

[@michaellawrence3345]

😂😂😂👍🏾

[@MrSmith804]

Damian, that's a damn good car and honestly you should think about it since you have a tendency to sell amazing cars then regret that move (TDF, F40 for example).

[@gregrolfe3505]

I feel like this car was owed more than you gave it. From the off it was a ‘drunken purchase’, it felt like it was an awkward, unwanted child in the garage. For a bona fide classic (as I’m sure many viewers will agree) there was very little content on this fabulous curio. If I might be so bold, this felt more like a sales pitch than a goodbye video…..

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Sorry you feel that way

[@gregrolfe3505]

Classy riposte.

[@Rennthusiast]

@@gregrolfe3505Nothing wrong with his using his KZbin channel to give him more exposure when selling a car. These channels take TONS of work to keep going and the guy should benefit from it this way. It’s great for the buyer too…gives a transparency to the car that many buyers don’t normally get.

[@gregs8685]

That’s a gorgeous 993. I almost bought a guards red 993 C4S aerokit manual circa 2010. Had 30k miles price was $32k. I hesitated for a few hours and someone grabbed it! Still kicking myself! I bought a 1996 C4 instead. More miles and more money but it was a great car. I sold it way before prices got crazy.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Good choice!

[@colinmacdonald404]

Thanks, great video. I sold my 993 C4 in 2022 twenty years after I bought it. It was also a late 1997 car in immaculate standard condition. It took me about 10 years to actually part with it as every time I thought about selling it I couldn’t bring myself to part with it but in the end I let it go. I have moved on and have no regrets. Thanks again.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks, Colin

[@s10lucky]

Stunning. A 993 is definitely on my list one day. Rather than going newer than my 981 I think a 993 would be perfect. And, for me, it’s still the ultimate 911.

[@Boxsterox]

I sold my 981 Boxster Spyder in part because I only ever wanted to drive my 993

[@stephaneasselin3359]

In my humble opinion, The only way this move make sense is if the new car is an upgrade … 993 Turbo

[@peterleuw1798]

I honestly thought you’d talked yourself into keeping it! You’re going to regret it!!😢

[@numbereightyseven]

Vid starts at 8:24

[@TheCarGuysTV]

No it doesn’t

[@neilgaydon5430]

Less is more with a 993. The manual Carrera is a pure expression of a 911. A 993 S, 4S, Turbo, Turbo S for collectors. A basic manual 993 Carrera is for drivers to wring it out and stick 250k+ miles on it.

[@rcclassicgarage]

What a great car - I have always loved the 993

[@MW-uy3np]

993 RS !! That's the way to make money!! I owned a beautiful 993S. I sold it for a ton 5 years ago and it's almost doubled in price already :(

[@xkukubax]

Selling this car for another, cooler version of a 993 is the only good reason to get rid of it. BY FAR my favourite generation of 911’s.

[@MrObiwan1]

The way see it is, your a lucky person to be able to own a number of these beautiful types of cars but like you said you only have so much room. This could potentially go to someone with a smaller collection who uses it more. You’ve enjoyed your time with her now onto the next beauty 💚

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Well said!

[@jamesrobert4106]

​​​@@TheCarGuysTVYugo 45 incoming? 🙌

[@garyuk761]

Changed my mind. This guy is spot on

[@markstirling9149]

Fantastic car and great sales pitch 😂😂

[@richardcarter1000]

993 was the last Porsche I really liked. Off to look at Octane now

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Good idea, but maybe call to view

[@R-Tap]

I thought the spoiler gave it more of a GT2 look. Lovely looking car and green is the colour of the moment imo.

[@SpontaneousEvolution]

Damian you seem to have a great knack of selling the keepers and keeping the... 🤐

[@TheCarGuysTV]

👍🏻

[@thedrivebygg]

Love the 993, the targa is super good value if I had the cash.

[@MrDead1975]

a damn good looking car in a lovely spec

[@craigallen5469]

Don’t sell it, you’ll regret it!

[@blarkdexture8899]

Like the F40 …

[@jaysmartin]

I'll miss seeing that spoiler ... such a beautifully specced car.

[@KarelBeelaertsvanBlokland]

Would have sold other cars like the BMW750i. When parts become a nightmare due to failing supply chains, the 993 is probably one of the few cars, without computers etc., that will drive happily! Your Landrover and 993 will be your runners & most dependable cars!

[@gambanteinodal1246]

I vote for a 993 GT2!

[@motorclaimguru]

I like everything about that, my favourite exterior colour and one of my favourite interior colours. I have a Lapis blue with Cinnamon brown interior 996 turbo, had I seen this for sale when you purchased, it would have been hard to choose.

[@theforward783]

I would have kept this car and the Ferrari TDF forever. Wonderful video.

[@lukeagostini5487]

Damian, such an enjoyable video, thank you so much, you made my evening! ❤❤ agreed with everything you said about the 993, love my C2 coupé. I was telling myself he is going to get a C2S before you spoke about your future 993 plans. Would be awesome if you’d buy every one of these 993 you mentioned (not all at the same time 😂). Most British color combo you could ever dream of in a 993 👍it’s funny how wide the C4S is on British B-roads. I would love for you to compare your driving experience of your 991 Touring vs your future 993 C2S 😊😅

[@TheCarGuysTV]

I will

[@bobbydazzler8620]

Damian I don’t think you’ve ever jelled with this car I think you realised rather quickly the 993 C2s was the baby

[@dedwardmalick]

I had a 97 993 C4S. I sold mine about 8 years ago for a 991. Mine was black over sand beige with the factory turbo package. Great car, but I really do not miss it. Is that a factory spoiler? Anyway, nice video and be well.

[@Izzyraegarcia]

Agree. I went from a 993 to a 991. There is a nostalgia to the 993, but the 991 made me forget all about it after a few months.

[@dedwardmalick]

@@Izzyraegarcia Well said. There is something about just driving and not worrying about it. I always felt protective when driving my 993.

[@malhotraroger9106]

Great sales job . Hope you get a good price .

[@craigh3461]

Great spec (very rare) on this 4S. Interior is Cashmere.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Yes it was!

[@christopherhume8896]

Price of a 993 C4S about to go through the roof. 😁

[@TheCarGuysTV]

😂😂😂

[@luke_3_113]

Or through the floor?!

[@sickjohnson]

Looking forward to next week now Damian!

[@ranjanaluwihare1511]

Damian, please don’t sell it! The 993 in this understated colour combo, reminded me of my 8v Saab 900 turbo! The 993 is a legend! You will kill yourself once it’s gone! 😢

[@DCBath]

I would swap for a 993RS, a Komfort spec. But hard to find. Perfect for road use.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

I agree

[@original2758]

I'd say he's going with the 993 Turbo over the S, and RS... Imo of course!

[@alanwayte432]

I was in the original auction and you beat me, it’s a fantastic colour and interior, I bought a 997.2 Turbo last month and then your selling it😅😅😅😅😢

[@TheCarGuysTV]

😂😂😂

[@TheCarGuysTV]

I had a 997 Turbo S - great car

[@hunterdubber2915]

It's a lovely lovely car and I do love the 4S widebody . However I must say your description of how it is "so classic and is the perfect bridge of the classic 60's/70's 911 with modern tech " has been taken from the global opinion of the more highly sought after 964 model , to give your 993 an added desirability ? The 993 totally revamped shape with softened sloping front lost the iconic/classic silhouette and gained more modern suspension. Some people prefer the 993 ( more modern), some the 964 which is more visceral .😊 Beauty is in the eye of the beholder too .

[@robertlloyd7493]

And the new car is........? ( Great beans 😊 )

[@wallyr.7854]

Noooo! Some cars you SHOULD keep, this is one of those cars 🥺

[@robertchanon2694]

You will regret it😢. Keep it

[@russellsmith1375]

Lovely spec and a wonderful car...looking forward to seeing the replacement

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Cheers, Russell

[@stevecotterill7981]

Nice to see you on my local roads in Christchurch and Ringwood. I had to rewind the video twice 😊. I' ll have to look into the detailers you use, seems like a quality company.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

They are - FCD - First Choice Detailers in Christchurch

[@deborahvalentine2893]

Wondering if you're having seller's regret? A good replacement would have been the '96 or '97 993/911turbo. I regretted selling mine and still do especially since prices for them are through the roof.

[@stephenrooker1941]

Stunning spec great car going to miss it on the channel

[@Br1anuk]

please, please, please not let it be another Ferrari that replaces the 993.

[@MWS1960]

Damn if I was living in the UK still versus the US I would make an offer….it doesn’t get any better than that ❤️❤️👍

[@TheCarGuysTV]

You're right

[@Atombender]

Plot twist: Using the sale to finance the purchase of a 993 Turbo S!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

😂😂

[@leroy9979]

Very expensive car that one

[@mattylf1]

Lovely car in that colour. I would think that will sell really quickly.

[@davetomley3145]

Better for us that this moves on for something new, emphasis on the new 😉😁

[@kmac5849]

Every time the camera panned to the back, I’m thinking ,Nooooo, turn around you fool 😂

[@TheCarGuysTV]

😂😂😂

[@Zepherian]

If you buy a 993 Turbo S in burgandy I might forgive you. Cool as the 993 RS is there are probably better options for the money. Harry Metcalf showed the way with his RS replica a couple of years ago, perfectly drivable without being silly money. Why not a 996 GT2? They're more accessible or am I mystaken?

[@TheCarGuysTV]

They are more accessible

[@Lee-zk8vu]

I've not even listened to your rationale. Unless you need the $ for a medical treatment or kids' uni (these are USA concerns I suppose) then you have lost the plot my friend. Best wishes.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

😂😂

[@paulm114]

Its a lovely car and a shame to see it go but I guess there are other cars out there and you have an itch you need to scratch. Onwards and more beanage to experience in other models.😂

[@septopus3516]

In a year or so you're going to buy it again at a hugely inflated price. But you can afford it, so it'll be another video for the KZbin. Good on you, it's yours do as u see fit

[@Xspeedspec]

I want a 993 targa…still looks good (much smoother looking) and best value

[@TheCarGuysTV]

There’s one at the Octane Collection right now, actually

[@edwardobernardino4347]

I hope the detailers got the stains from the dogging spot off it ?

[@scottgreen6523]

Was sure you would be picking up 993 Turbo at the end of the Video !

[@MrDuanewarren]

Yeah, such a lovely car

[@tkffin]

Sad to see all u tubes getting punctured u we’re one of the better Anything going really cheap. I may be interested 👍

[@TheCarGuysTV]

What are you talking about?

[@alancrisp1582]

🤔 WTF, are you talking about ?. Because your comment makes no sense whatsoever !!🤯

[@original2758]

I'd probably part ways with it too, in favor of a more performance oriented version... Seems pretty "car guy" enthusiast standard imo 😂

[@TheCarGuysTV]

"Seems pretty "car guy" enthusiast standard imo" That doesn't make sense.

[@original2758]

@@TheCarGuysTV Seems pretty logical... it means it's not surprising that a car enthusiast, aka a "car guy" would want to sell a good but lower performance spec of a car, in order to "upgrade" to a more exclusive, higher performance model... How does that not make sense?

[@TheCarGuysTV]

@@original2758 Now it does.

[@original2758]

​@@TheCarGuysTV Cool! I like to elaborate anyhoo...

[@Wooooosaaaaaa]

I think it's a great time to get out of a Porsche. But what do I know

[@realitykicksin8755]

Madness!

[@JamesBellLandscapePhotography]

I can’t see it on the Octane site yet? Has it sold already? I’m interested.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

It’s not up yet

[@bbkGT3]

No Damian, no!!!!1

[@Birmingham_racing]

No need to sell it if you need space. Just let me drive it next couple of years and it will still go up in value haha

[@TheCarGuysTV]

🤔

[@flyinghedgehog3833]

New car? Hmmmm..GR 86 tasty and back on sale @30K but he mentioned sale proceeds towards new car..too cheap! Porsche value 110-130 ish? New Ferrari not interested... Unless our man somehow scored an 812 comp oooo errrr. Glws she is a beauty.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Fortunately, you’ll find out soon 👍🏻

[@chaosad8415]

Why not upgrade storage.i have a 90s style mancave and it looks awesome in there,my retro music plays when it docs 😂

[@TheCarGuysTV]

That sounds fantastic

[@simonshaffer]

Another great film! Why oh why do you not have more subs?

[@alancrisp1582]

🤔 To answer your question 🙋 because so many people, including myself. Absolutely hate KZbin !!..

[@paulbridges7012]

Did you sort the corrosion flagged in your other video? Hope it wasn’t the dreaded scuttle rot.

[@DethThrasher1]

I knew you would end up selling this one when I saw it was a 4S instead of a 2

[@luke_3_113]

The reg says it.... will you regret it? Yes!

[@pw_jc]

He never said the words "air-cooled" through the whole video, didn't think that was possible.

[@spiller212]

Well, he said „before the water cooling“ 😅

[@KUROSHURA]

Hell Man I wish you were selling it to me.

[@yukiotakata]

😆good bye my little green frog,i truly believe Damian's main reason he put these videos out is to ANNOY ME... HE always sells EVERYTHING i love in his collection while he keeps everything i would get rid in an instant. This elegant rare "specd" little thinguy is going away , hu humm... The TDF ... okey he paid to much...want to get rid of it... The manual Balboni....WHY ?? The F40.....WTH MAN!!!!??!?! 😥😨😱😭😊

[@TheCarGuysTV]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@RogerAdshead]

Hi Damian, Excited to see that the Octane Collection will be selling your 993. Any idea when it will be going up on the Octane Collection website? Thanks.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Not sure yet

[@TheCarGuysTV]

But give them a call

[@RogerAdshead]

Thanks. Will do. @@TheCarGuysTV

[@jongib6096]

Yeah that’s just silly but oh well

[@andyjackson5404]

I drive a 992 GT3 Touring Manual and have owned a 993 C2S and a 993 Turbo (both manuals) - No way would I trade my 992 touring for a 993 C4S - a ridiculous statement.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Good for you

[@andyjackson5404]

My comment was in response to you claiming the 993 C4S was better than any 992 … why answer me as if I was boasting? Your response is Not germane to my point.

[@LawrenceTimme]

Peak beetle

[@GarySanchez-ro5zm]

His Moncler jacket cost more than my months paycheck 😂

[@cupidstunt22]

Yes

[@S2kBPRIME]

The only logical reason to sell a 993 c4s is to buy a 993 Turbo

[@askiff1415]

Exactly same colour as mine and the interior

[@iMaskyy]

I’ve give up a kidney for this car

[@alancrisp1582]

🤯🤔 Really ?. Then please seek professional help and advice !!..

[@andrewb6104]

Didn’t have you down as a Moncler guy. Curve ball!!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

I’m not sure what a Moncler guy is?

[@we-can-do]

Am I an IDIOT? Yes. The question begs a response.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

It does

[@we-can-do]

@@TheCarGuysTV Whether you should have sold the car, however, is debatable.

[@borinvlogs]

I know you hate Teslas and EVs, but can you please get a Model S Plaid Track Pack on the channel even if you can borrow for a day? Would like to hear your thoughts

[@TheCarGuysTV]

I don't hate Teslas and EVs, and if I can get one, I will most certainly do that.

[@mikemartin3204]

Did the detail shop miss the windows? Just asking for a friend

[@krisi.2011]

Bahaha😅😂

[@CasaDiVincenzo]

Manual couple 993s have only been increasing in demand and value, even during a recession. I know you’re selling it for a reason to create a video that will generate views, but any common person would really regret it. Nothing drives, sounds, or feels like it, plus the 993 is the last of the air-cooled 911s. Any common person, like myself, would deeply regret selling it and will only have to pay more for the very same car later.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

I’ve had 993s, I’ll have them again. Next time I’ll try a different variations.

[@johnnyboy1586]

Damien,do you prefer the 993 to the 964 ?

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Yes I think I do

[@shannongovender1652]

He’s probably getting a 993 turbo/s

[@richardm2661]

I’d love to buy it…

[@bigmacdaddy1234]

Wire the money.

[@richardm2661]

Not sure I can get the man maths to work

[@gorporpio]

Oil leaks? Stinky heater? Afraid someone will run into it?

[@tomranum6]

I guess your question is a rhetorical one! :)))

[@ingocernohorsky]

I wonder what the cars are that you owned the longest and the shortest?

[@geoffhobster5814]

love the car very 911ish. colour green not for me........ whilst speaking to you get your hair cut

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Agreed - way too shaggy

[@AdamLeask]

Excited to see what the new car will be!

[@JoJoJoker]

Green looks great on this! Note: it was the 964 which nearly broke Porsche. The 993 greatly reduced manufacturing costs.

[@richardkinsfather2045]

NO No No! Buy low sell high!