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Formula E is an electric single-seater racing championship that has been pushing the boundaries with electric-powered single-seater races on city streets since 2014. The series enforces controlled parts, particularly the battery, to ensure close racing. The Gen 2 Formula E car boasts impressive stats: 335 horsepower, a weight of 900 kg, and a scorching 0-to-62 mph acceleration in under 3 seconds. While it may not be the fastest race car on the track, it delivers undeniable speed. The next-generation Gen […]...
In model year 1978, the 911 model range was reduced to two models. The 911 SC (Super Carrera) took the place of the 911 and Carrera models. The 911 SC effectively replaced the 911 S and was one of Porsche’s first models that was meant for the international market. It was sold as a cheaper alternative to the 911 Turbo. The SC used an unblown version the 930 Turbo unit that offered 180 to 200 bhp depending on model year. […]...
Worldwide testing The first Porsche 911 sports car for the road with a hybrid drive is purportedly ready for production. “For the first time in our icon’s 61-year history, we are installing a hybrid drive system in a roadgoing 911. This innovative performance hybrid makes the 911 even more dynamic,” says Frank Moser, Vice President of Model Lines 911 and 718. “We left nothing to chance during development and tested the new 911 under all sorts of conditions all over […]...
Round four at WeatherTech Raceway, Laguna Seca, brought adrenalin levels back up to “red line” for Porsche enthusiasts lucky enough to watch the weekend unfold. This iconic course near the Monterey peninsula has challenged the world’s greatest racers since 1957 when it took over the duties from nearby Pebble Beach, and its famous Corkscrew corner is always a crowd favorite for catching the action (search 1996 CART Laguna Seca – “The Pass” on YouTube). Photo © 2024 Rex McAfee Lackluster […]...
For Porsche enthusiasts, the 2016 Boxster Spyder is a dream machine. This limited-production convertible boasts the heart of a 911 Carrera S – a powerful flat-six engine – in a lightweight, agile body. Unlike its Cayman GT4 sibling, the Spyder prioritizes comfort with a softer suspension, making it ideal for everyday driving without sacrificing performance. The responsive manual transmission and sharp steering deliver an exhilarating driving experience that inspires confidence on winding roads. While the manually operated convertible top requires […]...
Since it was founded in 2009, Singer has carved a global niche for meticulously personalizing Porsche 911s. Working with each owner’s vision, they transform 964-generation cars into bespoke masterpieces. These restorations are like “greatest hits” albums for the iconic Porsche, blending design elements from different eras. Singer’s commitment to customization ensures each 911 is unique. No two commissions are alike, reflecting the owner’s individual taste, just like the ‘Lyon Commission’ currently offered for sale on SBX cars, an online auction platform […]...
While the 911 Turbo Cabriolet has become a common sight since the 996 generation, the 993 Turbo Cabriolet is a true rarity, almost a myth among Porsche enthusiasts. Officially, it never existed. The story goes that Fritz Haberl, owner of a major Porsche dealership in Munich, saw the new 993 Cabriolet at the 1993 Geneva Motor Show and envisioned a limited-edition Turbo version. Facing financial difficulties, Porsche was receptive to Haberl’s proposal, but only if he committed to a minimum […]...
Owners of the 718 Cayman GT4 RS in the U.S. can now order an optional kit developed by Manthey through authorized Porsche Centers, which will also handle the installation. The kit is intended to offer an even greater level of performance and driver confidence on track. Additionally, both U.S. Porsche Experience Centers will offer the opportunity to drive an equipped example of the upgraded model through a drive program open to the public. Nordschleife madness The Nürburgring Nordschleife experts from […]...
Porsche Motorsport is facing one of the most intense weekends of the year: On 11/12 May, the sports car manufacturer from Stuttgart will be competing with its works teams almost simultaneously in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, FIA World Endurance Championship WEC and the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. The aim is to achieve top results with the Porsche 963 at Spa-Francorchamps and Laguna Seca and with the Porsche 99X Electric at the Formula E home race in Berlin. […]...
Inspired by the 911 models of the 1960s and 1970s, the new Porsche Sport Classic is among the most striking limited editions crafted by Porsche in recent years. With a production limit of 1,250 units, it pays homage not only to the 2010 911 Sport Classic but also to the esteemed Carrera RS 2.7. Key visual elements include a distinctive double-bubble roof, Fuchs-style wheels, and the iconic ducktail spoiler. Retro touches continue inside with gold badges, dark green gauges, and elegant wood […]...
Based on the 911 S, the 911 R was produced by Porsche to compete in the FIA’s GT 2.0 category. To make it competitive, the 911 R was powered by a flat-six engine, Type 901/22 from the Porsche 906, capable of 210 hp. It went on a diet too, with weight savings coming from everywhere, getting the 911 R down to just 1,800 pounds dry. While initially conceived to race in the sports car class, the 911 R never met […]...
On Monday afternoon, a parade of rare Porsche models painted the streets of New York City purple in celebration of fashion’s biggest night out, the Met Gala, led by the new all-electric Macan. Along with the new all-electric Macan, the rally featured several standout vehicles from the magnificent Ingram Family collection, including a striking Viola Purple Metallic 2024 911 Dakar, a stunning 2023 GT3 RS, a 2019 911 Speedster in an historic Porsche purple known as Vesuvio, a sleek 2015 […]...
In Magnus Walker’s newest video on YouTube, we get a closer look at an ultra-rare 1993 Porsche 964 Turbo S Lightweight with just 127 km on the odometer, having spent most of its life in a private collection. The “Leichtbau” (lightweight) designation is no understatement. Porsche stripped out creature comforts like power windows and soundproofing, replacing them with lightweight parts like carbon fiber doors and thinner glass. This shaved a whopping 400 pounds off the curb weight compared to a […]...
The RUF CTR Anniversary is a tribute to a legend: the Yellowbird, one of the most famous tuned Porsches ever. However, unlike its namesake, the Anniversary isn’t built on a Porsche chassis. Instead, it’s a completely new creation from RUF, featuring a lightweight and super strong carbon-fiber monocoque. At its heart is a bespoke carbon-fiber monocoque, a lightweight and super-strong chassis that forms the foundation for the car’s exceptional performance. Power comes from a monstrous twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter flat-six engine churning […]...
The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT will be the new Formula E safety car. At the double header in Berlin on 11 and 12 May, the most powerful production Porsche of all time will assume the role of safety car in the all-electric world championship. The new Taycan was presented in February. The Turbo GT follows the Turbo S of 2019. Two variants will be the car on duty and the substitute car – with different features and in different colours. […]...
A rare gem has surfaced on Bring A Trailer – a 1994 RUF RCT, possibly the only one ever built on a Porsche 964 RS chassis. This unique car was originally used as a development and press vehicle by RUF. The car stayed with its first private owner in Heinsberg, Germany from September 1994 until 2017 before it was imported to the US in 2021. The RCT (RUF Carrera Turbo) was built from 1992 to 1997, based on the Porsche […]...
Despite being made for the small engine displacement classes, Porsche nearly won the 1960 Manufacturers Championship with the RS 60. These purposeful racers featured 1.5, 1.6 or 1.7 liter engines in a low and lightweight chassis. They always won the 1.6 liter class, but typically raced in and among the 3.0 liter Ferraris. Porsches mid-engine racecars started with the 550 RS which was replaced by the lower 718 RSK and updated in 1960 to meet new regulations. This new version, called the 718 RS […]...
They might have access to original bodywork methods, tools, parts and the company archive. But the most valuable thing is in the minds and hands of the Porsche Classic factory restoration team, who combine extensive know-how and craftsmanship with years of experience. With their skill, they build Porsche classics into dream cars, either as part of true-to-original factory restorations or as an individual Sonderwunsch project. However, when these professionals retire, this could leave a gap. The exchange and transfer of […]...
The 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport lives up to its name by transforming the already impressive GT4 RS into a track-ready racer. This high-performance machine cranks everything up a notch, starting with the familiar 4.0-liter, mid-mounted, naturally aspirated flat-six engine derived from the 911 GT3. But in the Clubsport, this powerhouse delivers a staggering 500 horsepower, a 75 hp jump over the previous model. Porsche even provides two exhaust options to meet noise regulations at different racetracks. With the naturally-aspirated […]...
Gunther Werks, established in 2017 by the team behind Vorsteiner, took the iconic air-cooled Porsche 993 and crafted a modern masterpiece – the Gunther Werks Coupe. Limited to just 25 units, each Coupe is entirely one-of-a-kind. The process begins by stripping a donor 993 to its core. The shell is then meticulously restored and modernized with lightweight carbon fiber body parts for a dramatic wide-body look. Even the lighting gets a bespoke treatment with handcrafted aluminum and carbon fiber housings. […]...
Alois Ruf, initially a Porsche tuner and modifier, achieved the status of automobile manufacturer in 1981 according to the German Automobile Manufacturers Association. The first set of cars designated as Rufs – BTR1, BTR2, and BTR3 – were built in the 1980s. These were based on Ruf’s preferred platform, the Porsche 911. The BTR engine, derived from the 3.3-liter Turbo’s unit, displaced 3.4 liters and drew in air through a Ruf intercooler thanks to an oversized KKK turbocharger. The result […]...
In the beginning… The engine of the Porsche 911 has come a long way over the past 60 years, now with four times the power from twice the displacement. Its drive technology has continued to develop, but the fundamental concept has remained unchanged—whether naturally aspirated, as a turbo, or in the future even as an ultra-sporty hybrid. Porsche laid the foundation for its icon in 1963, when a brand-new sports car made its world premiere at the IAA. At its […]...
As Porsche prepares to usher in a new era of electric vehicles, enthusiasts bid a bittersweet farewell to the combustion-engined Boxsters with the introduction of the Porsche 718 Spyder RS. This latest addition to the Boxster lineup embodies the essence of speed, power, and uncompromising performance. Despite its absence of a traditional Boxster badge, the 718 Spyder RS proudly carries the legacy forward, boasting the heart of a 911 GT3 beneath its sleek exterior. That engine is a powerful naturally aspirated […]...
Shelsley Walsh, the oldest motorsport venue in the world still on its original course, recently witnessed a new record. A Porsche Taycan Turbo S Sport Turismo, piloted by Dan Prosser, smashed the existing record for estate cars. The record, previously held by an Audi RS6 with a time of 32.41 seconds, was shattered by the Taycan with a blistering run of 31.43 seconds. This accomplishment is even more impressive considering the Taycan used for the record attempt wasn’t the latest […]...
Featuring a curated selection of over 1,000 Porsches, Air|Water, held on April 27th, 2024, created an impressive showcase for air and water-cooled models representing over seven decades of Porsche evolution. Under cool and sunny skies at the Orange County Fair Grounds in Costa Mesa, California, Porsches displayed both indoors and outdoors intrigued a large and enthusiastic crowd of the ever-growing “Porsche faithful.” Photo © 2024 Rex McAfee Background Air|Water arose from the highly successful celebration of air-cooled Porsches, Luftgekühlt (air-cooled […]...
A drag race organized by carwow saw three truly incredible supercars go head-to-head. At the starting line, vying for the crown, were two Italians and a German: the Lamborghini Revuelto, the Ferrari SF90 Stradale, and the Porsche 918 Spyder. To choose the winner, the three cars faced off in a double drag race, a rolling start race, and a braking test. The Lamborghini Revuelto has the advantage when it comes to power out of the three thanks to its naturally-aspirated V12 […]...
Rob Dickinson, founder of Singer Vehicle Design, has transformed his childhood obsession with Porsche 911s into a company crafting automotive masterpieces. Singer takes classic air-cooled 911s and reimagines them, combining bespoke parts, top-tier mechanics, and luxurious finishes. One of their creations, the ‘San Diego Commission,’ is up for grabs on Bring A Trailer. This car boasts a powerful 3.8-liter flat-six engine churning out 360 horsepower and paired with a close-ratio six-speed manual transmission. Finished in a beautiful blue with red […]...
Porsche continues to top the leaderboard in two classifications at the season’s halfway point. Tackling the Monaco race from pole position on Saturday, Pascal Wehrlein extended his championship lead. Background Porsche contests its fifth Formula E season in 2024. In addition to the works-run TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team, the American customer outfit Andretti Formula E competes with the Porsche 99X Electric. The concept of the innovative electric racing car was developed at the net CO2-neutral Weissach facility. With […]...
The Porsche 961 was the racing version of the 959 supercar. This lightweight (around 2,540 lbs) machine boasted a powerful flat-six engine (Type-935) and a 6-speed manual transmission, putting a whopping 680 horsepower at its command. At the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the 961 surprised everyone by matching the speed of higher-class prototypes. The car’s racing career was short-lived, however. Issues arose at Daytona, and a crash during the 1987 Le Mans due to gearbox problems ended its racing days. […]...
Bonhams Cars will be offering a stunning 2019 Porsche 935 featuring a rare matte carbon finish. With just 44 miles on the odometer, this is the first time that this delivery mileage 935 will be offered in an auction. Number of 16 of only 77 Porsche 935s made, this particular example with its menacing bare carbon fiber look looks ready for the track, especially with its black center-lock wheels and Michelin rain tires. Upgraded features include a $44,300 factory spares […]...
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