1997 911 Turbo

The Porsche 993 Turbo, produced from late 1995 through 1998, represents the pinnacle of air-cooled performance, marking the end of an era for the iconic 911 Turbos. Equipped with a 402-horsepower, twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter flat-six, the 993 broke new ground with not only it’s dual turbochargers, but also it’s all-wheel drive system. Both a first for Porsche’s flagship, turbocharged, cars.

This 1997 911 Turbo was owned by none other than Tiger Woods from 1998 until April of 2007. Finished in Glacier White over a Black & Cashmere Beige Full Leather interior, this car now sports 58,000 miles and features factory-equipped Aluminum-look gauges, Supple Leather interior, Sunroof, and aftermarket KW coilover suspension.

The Glacier White paint is in good condition with the seller noting work done to the right-rear quarter panel and the right-front fender. The interior is clean as well with typical wear on the softer, Supple Leather of the seats. Mechanically, this car has been well kept and includes a decent amount of service history including a $6k bill in September of last year.

We all know the market for 993 Turbos has been on a steady incline over the last few years, but the question I have is “did Tiger add value?” Average prices over the last six months have been around the $260,000 mark. Bids for cars in the 50-60,000-mile range have been between $172k and $223k. Tiger’s Turbo sold at a final bid of $250,000. I’d have to think ownership had something to do with that number as the car has been painted. Well sold for a Turbo from Tiger’s prime.

Two things that go hand-in-hand? Porsche and watches. Every Porschephile I know is also a watch nerd. And like Porsches, watches can be enjoyed at all price points. 

On a recent visit to Pittsburgh, SML subscriber Allan S. tossed me his new Sheffield Allsport watch. Sheffield Watches is a reboot of an old dive watch brand founded in New York in the ‘50s that was synonymous with producing low-price point, quality watches. The weight of the stainless steel case felt robust, as did the feel of the screw-down crown and unidirectional bezel—definitely quality. As for price point, the Sheffield diver punches way above its weight at $108. You can’t buy more watch for the money, period. 

And that’s what Sheffield Watches’ founder Jay Turkbas set out to accomplish, reviving the brand's ethos and creating a watch synonymous with quality, technology, and affordability. Taking inspiration from his original Sheffield watch from the ’70s and his 30-plus years of experience in product development and innovation, he knocked it out of the park with a durable watch capable of exploring the depths of the ocean one day and cars & coffee the next. And all at a price point equivalent to the $13 the watch originally cost back then. Take a moment to give Sheffield Watches a look. I know you’ll be just as impressed as I am.

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