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In June 2017, Porsche unveiled the Type 991 GT2 RS at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Powered by a 3.8-liter twin-turbo flat-six engine, the 991 GT2 RS produces 700 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful production 911 ever built. Unlike its predecessors, this model features...
Some colors suit an era of 911 so well they become synonymous with that car. Oak Green Metallic is one such shade, and the 911 must be the 1970s Turbo. In fact,Dr. Ferry P orsche’s personal Turbo was specified in Oak Green Metallic, further evidence of the wise decision of...
Finished in Ocean Blue, chassis number ‘370750’ rolled off the Zuffenhausen assembly line on 27th March 1998, some four days before the scheduled end of production. The final car off the line, completed on 31st of March ’98, was a Mexico Blue Carrera 4S that was sold to comedian and...
As Porsche’s high-performance 911 designed for both the track and the road, the GT3 stands as the brand’s most powerful naturally aspirated model. The Porsche 992 GT3 offers an intensely engaging driving experience, thanks to its unique chassis tuning and razor-sharp responsiveness to driver inputs. At its heart is Porsche’s...
Merit Partners is proud to offer the 1989 Porsche 911 Singer Phoenix Commission with 3,370 miles on the odometer. Founded in Los Angeles in 2009, Singer is celebrated worldwide for its bespoke restorations of Porsche 911 sports cars, each meticulously crafted for its owner. Using a 964-generation Porsche as the...
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Ever since Pong and PacMan came out over 40 years ago into the brand new “video game arcades” of the 1970s, there has been interest in driving games. From Gran Trak 10, the very first driving arcade game from Atari in 1974 to Assetto Corsa, Gran Turismo, Forza Motorsport, and...
To celebrate Porsche’s 70th anniversary in September 2018, the iconic 935 name was revived with a limited-edition track car. Based on the 991.2 911 GT2 RS Clubsport, this new 935 was produced in only 77 units and was designed without road regulations in mind, allowing for an exceptional lightweight carbon...
“Aloha!” This Hawaiian greeting expresses compassion, sympathy, and affection, which all combine to form the multifaceted Hawaiian sensibility that also shapes the Porsche Club on the Big Island. One of the people who embodies this spirit in an extraordinary way is the President himself, Gunner Mench. “For the Pacific, we’re...
When Porsche unveiled the world’s first production sports car with a turbo engine in 1974, the automotive world changed overnight. Over the past 50 years, the term “turbo” has undergone an exciting transformation: from the technology in the traditional sense to the “Turbo-look” with bulky enlargements and the protruding rear...
Launched in late 2007 as a 2008 model, the 997-series 911 GT2 represents a significant chapter in Porsche’s history. Powered by a 3.6-liter flat-six engine equipped with variable geometry turbochargers, it delivers an impressive 523 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 505 lb-ft of torque at just 2,200 rpm, with a...
In June 2017, Porsche introduced the 991 GT2 RS at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. This iteration of the GT2 RS features a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six engine generating 700 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful production 911 to date. The 991 GT2 RS stands out...
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Well, that didn’t take long. In February, Singer Vehicle Design celebrated its 300th restoration work, a Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer – Classic Study. That exact vehicle has now popped up for sale on RM Sotheby’s online site. Dubbed the ‘Sotto’ Commission by the owner, the Porsche started out as...
Singer Vehicle Design, based in California, is known for its meticulous restoration of air-cooled Porsche 911s, particularly those of the 964 generation. Established in 2009, Singer’s restorations  blends elements from the 1960s through the 1990s into each bespoke creation. Singer’s Classic restoration service offers Porsche owners the opportunity to transform...
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With a legacy spanning decades, Porsche has grown to become a brand synonymous with performance, luxury and overall automotive brilliance. The German carmaker’s history is a storied journey marked by groundbreaking engineering, iconic designs and the relentless pursuit of performance. For collectors and enthusiasts, owning a Porsche is often more...
Photography courtesy of Alex Papke / FXD. Christopher Rünge, a self-described coach builder and automobile designer, began Rünge Cars with the humblest of intentions. A desire in 2010 to have something to rip around in nearby Minnesotan corn fields—a lightweight, aluminum bodied Porsche-Volkwagen mashup, to be exact—quickly evolved into a...
The Porsche 918 Spyder was a mid-engined, plug-in hybrid hypercar. Its potent combination of a naturally aspirated V8 and two electric motors produced a staggering 887 horsepower. This technological marvel shattered speed records, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in a mind-boggling 2.6 seconds. Despite its incredible performance, the 918 remained...
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The Porsche 911 Sports Classic is a celebration of history, a love letter to Porsche’s rich heritage. Unveiled in November 2022 for the 2023 Model Year, it is the second of four collector’s items Porsche presented from its Heritage Design strategy. It is inspired by one of Porsche’s greatest models,...
By 1953, Porsche had been successful racing its 356, but understood that a purpose-built race car would be needed to compete at motor sport’s highest levels. The resulting 550 Spyder, featuring lightweight aluminum bodywork and a powerful four-cam Carrera engine, was one of the most successful race cars of the...
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Best Porsche Under $150K: Supercar Performance Without the Supercar Price A budget of $150,000 brings you into the realm of true Porsche excellence. At this price point, you can access high-performance 911 models, track-ready GT cars, and even lightly used supercar-level machines. Whether you’re after a thrilling weekend toy, a...
The 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS features a practical and aggressive exterior design adapted from the Le Mans class-winning 911 RSR race car. Utilizing a central front radiator concept, it incorporates large vents on the nose directing air from the radiator towards roof fins for dispersion. The car employs lightweight carbon fiber...
The 991, introduced in 2011, marked a significant evolution of the iconic 911. It was wider and longer than its predecessor but retained the classic 911 design. Key improvements included a longer wheelbase and a rear-mounted engine for better handling. Both manual and dual-clutch automatic transmissions were offered. The 991...
Considered by many to be the ultimate Porsche, the 918 Spyder defined the hypercar genre with its graceful blend of race-car performance, cutting-edge technology, drop-dead gorgeous style and environmental sensitivity. The plug-in hybrid features a 4.6L direct fuel-injected engine derived from the RS Spyder LMP2, complemented by front and rear...
Background Ferdinand Piëch, a grandson of Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, joined Porsche in 1963, determined to elevate his family’s firm to prominence on the international racing scene. When substantial changes to the FIA regulations for 1966 created additional opportunities for Porsche, Piëch and Helmuth Bott set out to build an entirely...
Group 5 origins The history of chassis 935-001, and Porsche’s 935 program at large, originates in a major revision to the FIA’s Group 5 category. While the general template for Group 5 had been in place since 1966, for the 1976 racing season the FIA changed the rule book to...
Gunther Werks was founded on the vision of what if Porsche had continued evolving the 993 model with modern materials and engineering. Beneath the carbon exterior, engineers developed a custom suspension with adjustable coilovers, remote reservoirs, specialized rear control arms, upgraded anti-roll bars, lightweight uprights, and a hydraulic front-end lift...
Porsche has always been known for its high-performance, lightweight sports cars that can outperform much bigger rivals. This tradition continues with the 991 GT2 RS. Its twin-turbo 6-cylinder engine delivers an astounding 700 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, with a top speed of 211 mph, though it’s capable of...
The Porsche 997 GT2 RS is a beast, a machine built to push limits. With a top speed of 209 MPH, it boasts a powerful 620 HP from its twin-turbocharged 3.6L engine, mirroring the Porsche GT1 prototype Le Mans-winning race car. Designed to reaffirm Porsche’s technological superiority, it aimed to...
To commemorate Porsche’s 70th anniversary in September 2018, the marque revived the revered 935 name with an exclusive track day special. Built on the foundation of the 991.2 911 GT2 RS Clubsport and limited to just 77 units, the new 935 was unrestricted by road regulations, featuring stunning lightweight carbon...
The Porsche 992 GT3 is a track-bred masterpiece meticulously engineered for the road. As Porsche’s most potent naturally aspirated 911, it delivers an unparalleled driving experience characterized by razor-sharp responsiveness and visceral engagement. Power is derived from a 502-horsepower, 4.0-liter flat-six engine which propels the GT3 from zero to 60...
The Porsche 911 GT2RS name laid dormant in Stuttgart for almost ten years, last used in 2009 with the 997. Then, in 2017, the 991 GT2RS was announced. With a stupendous 700 horsepower from its 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged engine, this dual-clutch PDK, rear-wheel-drive “widow maker” was an instant sensation. Adding on...
This 2020 Porsche 935 is a rare gem, being one of just 77 units produced for Porsche’s elite clientele. Derived from the Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2), this model boasts only 37 miles (60 km) on the odometer and is now offered for sale on SBX Cars. Inspired by the...
The controversial Panamericana concept car was another birthday “gift” for Ferry Porsche in 1989. Ulrich Bez was behind and Branitzki had hands in pockets.
It all began with a decision that Ferry Porsche would long regret. Beginning in 1970, the familial tensions described by Ferdinand Piëch were: “In our family there’s a kind of unspoken law: Porsche is Stuttgart and Piëch is Salzburg.” Porsches were taking the top jobs in Zuffenhausen and some Piëchs...
Unveiled at the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show, the SCR combines classic design elements with cutting-edge engineering. It features a Mezger-derived alloy engine and carbon ceramic brakes, alongside a naturally aspirated 4-liter flat-six engine producing 510 horsepower. Special features include embroidered details, painted brake calipers, a front axle lifter, and...
Background Since the 1960s, Porsche has been optimizing the aerodynamics of future racing and production vehicles in the wind tunnel with the help of special miniature models. The example of the legendary Porsche 935/78 shows how this works. Model vehicles feature in many a display case as diminutive dream cars....
Photos by Chuck Andersen. The 2024 HSR Classic 6 Hours of The Glen was a thrilling spectacle at the historic Watkins Glen International circuit. This year’s event featured a s bevy of competing Porsches including a 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS, 718 GT4, Porsche 997.1 Cup, Porsche 356B, and many...
Without question, the Porsche 550 Spyder is recognized as the first Porsche that was purpose-built for racing. This compact, mid-engine sports car significantly impacted events such as the Targa Florio, Mille Miglia, 24 Hours of Le Mans, and Carrera Panamericana, often outperforming larger and more powerful rivals from Ferrari and...
The Porsche 997 GT2 RS is best described as extreme. With a top speed of 209 MPH, it boasts a powerful 620 HP from its twin-turbocharged 3.6L engine, mirroring the Porsche GT1 prototype Le Mans-winning race car. Designed to reclaim Porsche’s engineering dominance, it aimed to surpass the Nürburgring lap...
Founded in Los Angeles in 2009, Singer is globally renowned for bespoke restorations of Porsche 911 sports cars. Based on 964-series 911s, each car is stripped to its steel unibody, reinforced with welding, and fitted with carbon-fiber panels including the fenders, bumpers, front hood, and rear decklid. The front spoiler,...
Photography by Matty White Media. A supremely promising early phase of the World Endurance Championship in 2024 shone favorably on Porsche, where their Factory Hypercars were performing well. Customer Hypercars in the hands of Jota and Proton were dominating, and the GT3 entries run by Manthey were the toast of...
In 2018, at the sixth Rennsport Reunion hosted at Laguna Seca Raceway, Porsche unveiled a tribute to the iconic 1979 935 Longtail, fondly known as “Moby Dick.”  Honoring Porsche’s 70th anniversary, the revived 935 debuted as an exclusive track day special based on the 991.2 911 GT2 RS Clubsport. Embracing...
Porsche Taycan
With the introduction of the Taycan, Porsche didn’t hold back with the performance of the Tacyan Turbo. With incredible power, excellent driving dynamics, and road presence, the Taycan offers appeal to the enthusiast looking for an EV. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium...
More than a Carrera 2.7 RS The Carrera RS was introduced in 1973 and homologated for Group 4 GT racing, with only 55 examples of the legendary and ultra-lightweight racing variant Carrera RSR 2.8 produced (RennSport Rennwagen), with many special features, including the highly tuned 2.8L flat-six, 5cm-wider front and...
Photography by Matty White. The 2024 Nurburgring 24 Hours, heralded as the start of the greatest month in endurance racing history, unfolded in the picturesque yet challenging Eifel region of Germany. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member?...
This very special car has been hand-crafted by KAMM engineers using an original short-wheelbase 1966 Porsche sourced from the USA. Every element has been tailored to the exact requirements of its new owner, from the ultra-lightweight KAMM carbon-hybrid wheels to the uprated air-conditioning which will ensure comfortable use in the...
In 1993, Porsche introduced the Type 993, considered by many as the most beautiful 911. After years of aerodynamic and safety modifications, the 993 marked a return to the 911’s original design purity, harmoniously integrating all functions. The range included two- and four-wheel-drive models, a Cabriolet, and the new 1997...
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Whether it was the news you were dreading or the news you looked forward to—or perhaps it simply piqued your non-partisan interest—the Porsche 911 hybrid is now officially here. This latest bombshell announcement coincides with the German automaker’s official unveiling of the 992-generation’s mid-life refresh, conventionally referred to as the...
The Porsche 991 GT2 RS, unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in June 2017, set a new benchmark as the most powerful production 911. It features a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six engine producing 691 horsepower and is equipped with a seven-speed PDK transmission, a first for the GT2 series. Porsche...
Manthey Racing Porsche 911
Company Bio Founder Olaf Manthey—a German professional race car driver—founded the company, Manthey Racing GmbH in 1996. Prior to this, Manthey had already established himself as a successful driver in a variety of German racing series, winning two Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM) races, along with victories in the Ford Super...
The 2024 Spa-Classic celebrated its 12th edition this year. Created in 2011, this renowned gathering has become one of the most popular historic race events, with over 22,000 attendees in 2023. Porsche 993 GT2 Known for its challenging and legendary track layout, Spa hosts prestigious races such as the Grand...
Four originals: Dr. Wolfgang Porsche, his son Ferdinand, and two Porsche 550 Spyders on the Großglockner High Alpine Road – a mountain that figures prominently in Porsche family lore. What a panorama: At an altitude of 2,571 meters, the Edelweißspitze offers a magnificent view of the Großglockner, Austria’s highest peak....
The legendary Porsche 911 Turbo story began with the Type 930 in 1975. It delivered thrilling performance, but its handling quirks could be a handful. While undeniably fast, it was clear Porsche’s turbocharged formula needed refinement. Enter the Type 964 Turbo, introduced in 1990. It marked a turning point for...
Photography by Chuck Andersen. The 46th edition of the Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) Mitty, one of the largest in its nearly 50-year history, wrapped up on Sunday, April 28th. Over the last two days at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, more than a dozen HSR Feature Race winners were crowned. No...
The stunning all-white car you see here is one of the rarest Porsches ever made. Offered for sale on Bring A Trailer, it’s one of only 20 lightweight rally specials made to meet Group B homologation for the 1984 World Rally Championship season. The 911 SC/RS, introduced in 1984, combines...
The Porsche Carrera GT is a highly regarded supercar, praised for its analog driving experience and cutting-edge technology. With a powerful V10 engine and a manual transmission, it offers an old-school feel that’s rare today. The Carrera GT was innovative for its time. It had a lightweight carbon fiber body and...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
Best Porsche Under $100K: High-Performance Icons Within Reach With a budget of $100,000, you enter the realm of truly exceptional Porsches. This price range unlocks access to high-performance 911s, track-focused Caymans, and even some modern luxury grand tourers. Whether you’re looking for a raw, analog driving experience or cutting-edge performance...
Whether aerodynamics, connectivity, range, or driving dynamics, the innovations in the new Macan are setting benchmarks. At the same time, Porsche is working toward a strategic milestone with full electrification of this popular series. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started...
Bonhams is scheduled to auction a 1988 Porsche 959 Komfort  formerly owned by ex-Formula 1 driver Eddie Irvine. This 959 will be available for bidding on Bonhams’ Miami auction this coming May 4 and is valued at $1,750,000 – US$2,000,000 USD. Porsche’s groundbreaking Type 959 is the company’s first supercar. It emerged...
While many have modified the 911 over time, Gunther Werks stands apart, envisioning a scenario where Porsche continued refining the 993 with modern materials and engineering. Leveraging CEO Peter Nam’s expertise in composites and engineering, the company embarked on a mission to reimagine the 993. Starting with a standard 993...
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Debuting at the Geneva Auto Salon in March 2010, the 918 marked Porsche’s bold step forward from the legendary Carrera GT. Unlike its predecessor’s traditional supercar approach with a V-10 engine and manual gearbox, the 918’s unveiling signaled a departure, embracing hybrid technology for a glimpse into the automotive future....
There isn’t much Karl Kainhofer hasn’t done in over 50 years of involvement in motorsports, from motorcycle racing in Austria to being Porsche’s man in the USA, to his involvement in virtually every facet of Penske Racing. Born just before the Second World War in Vienna, Austria, Kainhofer became involved...