The Porsche 911 993 holds a singular place in Porsche history as the final generation to use air-cooled engineering, built between 1993 and 1998. When RAUH-Welt Begriff founder Akira Nakai applies his hand-crafted wide-body treatment to a 993, the result is something well beyond factory specification — and 'Cinderella' is among the most visually arresting examples of his craft. Solido has translated that vision into a 1:18 die-cast metal model that sits firmly within the collector mainstream.
The Last Air-Cooled 911: Why the 993 Matters
The 993 generation closed the chapter on Porsche's air-cooled era with a 3.6-litre flat-six producing approximately 272–285 hp in standard Carrera specification. Purists have long held it as the definitive 911 — the one that preserved the original engineering philosophy while meeting modern safety and emissions standards. Its multi-link rear suspension, revised aerodynamics and refined interior made it the most complete air-cooled 911 at launch, and values on the collector market have reflected that consensus ever since.
RAUH-Welt Begriff and the 'Cinderella' Build
RAUH-Welt Begriff is a Japanese custom shop whose entire philosophy rests on individual, owner-specific commissions. Nakai travels to the car's location and hand-builds each wide-body kit over one to two days — dramatically flared over-fenders, a lowered front spoiler, and a ducktail or multi-tier rear wing are the defining visual signatures. Every car receives a personal name chosen by Nakai; 'Cinderella' is one of his established 993 builds, finished in yellow and documented in international automotive media. Because no two RWB cars share a configuration, the name functions as a unique identifier, not a production variant.
The 1:18 Scale Model by Solido
Solido has built a dedicated series of RWB-kitted Porsches in 1:18 die-cast metal, and the 'Cinderella' is one of its most immediately recognisable entries. Die-cast construction gives the model solid heft and precise panel definition, allowing the over-fender flares and rear wing geometry to read clearly at display scale. The yellow livery is applied cleanly against the bodywork's pronounced contours.
In the Display Cabinet
The 'Cinderella' makes a striking presence on any display shelf. The yellow finish ensures strong visual separation, anchoring the eye with its vivid colour against the model's pronounced wide-body contours and dramatic over-fenders. The die-cast construction and detailed bodywork reward close attention, making it a compelling centrepiece in any display setting.
