Issimi is currently offering a 1991 Porsche Koenig-Specials C62 for sale. Only three Koenig Specials were built, and the example is one of them. During the 1980s and up until the early 1990s, the 956 and its successor the 962 from Porsche’s Group C/IMSA completely dominated endurance racing. As one...
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While originating from the East Coast, 5001 Workshop founder Marlon Goldberg gravitates towards building Porsches for their experience, not their collectible value. “I grew up in New York, where I feel Porsche collectors are more interested in originality and value, so it’s all about having an original 73 RS... But...
One of the most colorful episodes in the history of Porsche was their 13th Le Mans victory in 1994 with the racing version of a road car derived from a racing car. This hubris served the car company well and less so a participant. This was the car that Porsche...
RUF’s journey began as a humble service station in Pfaffenhausen, Germany, but within three decades, it evolved into a manufacturer of high-performance supercars. Alois Ruf Jr. began modifying this iconic model by inheriting his father’s passion for automobiles, particularly the Porsche 911. As the company grew, RUF started using body-in-white...
Singer Vehicle Design Inspiration – Beautiful Seats We created this series of Singer Inspiration posts because people kept asking us to pull together all the cool images of Singer cars we had found and organize them into some kind of order. Today’s post is all about Porsche seats, and specifically...
Ruf’s follow-up to the iconic “Yellowbird” debuted in 1995, based on the new 993 Turbo chassis. Maintaining the original’s themes of high power, low weight, and exceptional speed, the CTR2 introduced an option for either two or four-wheel drive. Remarkably, its 3.6-liter engine, tuned by Ruf, produced 520bhp and 505ft/lb...
Gemballa has gained a reputation for its extravagant and expensive upgrade kits for various supercars, and one of its most famous creations is the Mirage GT based on the Porsche Carrera GT. This exclusive vehicle, produced by the esteemed German manufacturer and tuning company, underwent a series of bespoke modifications...
2005 Sportec SP600M Swiss Tuner Sportec, in co-operation with its project partners Toyo tires and Shell, not only blew away the 300 km mark for SUVs, but left the current world record of 282 km/h far behind by achieving a stunning 308.435 km/h. This world speed record with the Sportec...
Background Singer Vehicle Design, founded in 2009 by musician and car enthusiast Rob Dickinson, has redefined the concept of automotive restoration. Based in California, Singer specializes in the meticulous restoration and modification of Porsche 911s, particularly the 964 generation (1989–1994). Their philosophy—“Restored, Reimagined, Reborn”—captures the essence of their mission: to...
Singer Vehicle Design Inspiration – Steering Wheel & Dashboard Momo’s Prototipo steering wheel isn’t flashy, and that’s the appeal according to car owners. The familar shape and feel are known to most die-hards car guys and the perfection makes them a no-brainer, they literall work on any car of any ...
In a world of horsepower ratings, Nürburgring lap times, and numerous statistics that often don’t tell the complete story, it’s refreshing to see a company prioritize something other than numbers. Delve into their website, and phrases such as “driving pleasure” and “art inspired” describe their philosophy. French automobile specialist Machine...
The Puerto Rico Commission stared out as a US-market 964 Carrera 2 that has been disassembled and rebuilt with a new retro-style carbon fiber body. It has a classic Gulf Blue exterior with state-of-the-art lighting and 17″ forged aluminum Fuchs-style wheels. The interior is crafted with orange suede and Alabaster...
Le Mans Classic Clubsport Restomod Paul Stephens is considered THE Porsche guy in the UK. Restoration and restomodding is his forte and he has been doing longer than anybody else. His PS AutoArt range offers everything from restored cars with mild upgrades to custom Speedsters and very rapid lightweights. The...
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...
Kalmar Automotive, enhancer and restorer of bespoke sports cars and special purpose-built adventure vehicles, has revealed its first water-cooled ‘Adventure Range’ 911. The KALMAR RS-6 is its latest rugged all-terrain 911 engineered to challenge perceptions of what a classic sports car can do. After customers fell in love with the...
Raw to the bone Welcome to a classic Porsche that’s listened to the entire Greatest Hits Of 911 album. It’s the next Kalmar Automotive 7-97, and – long story short – it’s lovely, despite any misgivings you might harbour about yet another bespoke 911. The 7-97 refers to Tom Kristensen’s Le Mans...
1996 TechArt 911 CT3 Karbon kevar doors reduced the overall weight of this car by 30 kilos. In Detail type Professionally Tuned Car built at Germany price $ $ 90000 engine Supercharged Flat-6 displacement 3600 cc / 219.7 in³ bore 100 mm / 3.94 in stroke 76.4 mm / 3.01...
Lot #196, the 1985 Porsche 959 Paris-Dakar, outstripped its pre-sale estimate at RM Sotheby’s Porsche 70th Anniversary Auction at the Porsche Experience Centre Atlanta. With a pre-sale estimate of between $3.0m-3.4m, the 959 sold for a final $5,945,000, almost doubling its estimate. This was just one of the vehicles at...
In September 2023, Akira Nakai of RAUH-Welt Begriff customized this 2009 Porsche 911 Carrera S coupe, one of three such cars modified for the selling dealer at their Saskatoon facility. Painted in Acid Green with a black leather interior, the vehicle features a widebody kit, a ducktail decklid, and various...
The Sundown Commission is a stunning example of Singer’s craftsmanship and attention to detail. It features a beautiful Horizon Blue Metallic exterior and a bespoke Chestnut suede-mix special leather weave interior. The car underwent a comprehensive restoration process, starting with the disassembly of the chassis and treating it for rust...
Nardone Automotive, a French company, has reimagined Porsche’s V8-powered 928 with a modern twist. This restomod features design updates inside and out, a custom carbon fiber body, and a 400+ horsepower V8 engine. The 928’s iconic wedge-shaped design has been refreshed with redesigned bumpers, flared wheel arches, a modern interpretation...
Brabus has earned a reputation as a top tuning company, known for delivering consistent, manufacturer-level modifications. Under the leadership of the founder’s sons, the company has expanded its focus beyond Mercedes to now include Porsche, Rolls-Royce, and even motorcycles. In a recent carwow drag race, three powerful Brabus creations were...
Known world-wide for their excellence in engineering, some question the need to modify contemporary Porsches for increased power. That “some” does not include Rick DeMan of DeMan Motorsport, known for his street and race performance upgrade packages. Take a ride with auto personality Mike Farrah as he catches up with...
Gunther Werks Dunkelgrun Commission – one of 25 remastered 993-generation 911s the custom shop will build. Photos by Gunther Werks...
In this video, Magnus Walker takes the wheel of the record-breaking Yellowbird alongside Aloisa Ruf, daughter of Aloise and Estonia Ruf, the visionaries behind RUF Automobile. Unveiled in 1987, this iconic Porsche supercar became an instant sensation as it claimed the title of the world’s fastest car, reaching an astounding...
2000 Ruf RGT For those who missed purchasing a GT3, there is now a superior alternative – the RUF RGT with an elevated power output of 395 bhp. This normally aspirated power-plant performance is achieved through equipping the GT3 – based engine with a performance exhaust system, air filter and...
Kalmar does it again. The next chapter of their most extreme adventure format — TRANS-SERIES — has just kicked off, and this time they’re tackling Southern Africa. After launching the very first TRANS-SERIES in South America back in 2022, we knew this concept was something special. Think Camel Trophy, Paris-Dakar,...
Singer Vehicle Design – Southampton Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Southampton Commission. The Southampton Commission is a 4.0L LHD coupe, presented in Perfect Blue with light-ghosted stripes and Deep Orange lettering. The interior is Orange suede. Both the center-mounted external fuel filler and...
Singer Vehicle Design – Auburn Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Auburn Commission. This left hand drive coupe has a fairly standard exterior and interior combination that we have seen a bunch on other Singer car, but it looks great so why mess with...
928 “Nebula” Just when you had to admit Singer Vehicle Designs did in fact, strike gold with their 911 redux, another prototype poses the question if the Porsche 928 is next for a modern do-over. This isn’t the first 928 “restomod” we have covered, but is certainly one of the...
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...
1981 Porsche Kremer 935 K4 – chassis #K4-01 In the mid-1970s, Porsche developed the 911 for racing, and in the process, it created the all-conquering 935. In 1978, Norbert Singer was responsible for building the ultimate factory 935, the Moby Dick 935/78, and although this race car had a very...
Chris Forsberg from Garage Tours goes to Los Angeles to see the stunning and impressive work that Emory Motorsports are doing with their vintage Porsches, specially their Porsche 356s....
Who Wants A Street-Legal F1 Engined Porsche? We recently took a look at the TAG-Turbo 911 (Powered by Lanzante) and today we bring you another one of these special machines. During the Goodwood Festival of Speed this YouTuber filmed this insane Street-legal Porsche 930 TAG Turbo by Lanzante. It is fitted with...
Highlights 1 owner! Limited edition – Only 50 examples of CTR Anniversary to be produced The very first Ruf vehicle designed with a bespoke carbon fiber monocoque chassis Optioned in classic Blossom Yellow, the same as the original Ruf CTR “Yellowbird” Black leather interior with integrated roll cage, with deviated...
The Ultimate Restomod? Paul Stephens has been restomodding classic Porsche 911s for years. The Le Mans Classic Clubsport is his latest creation....
An Homage to the Original RUF SCR It’s been 40 years since RUF revealed a modified Porsche 911 called the ‘SCR’, with a 3.2L six-cylinder engine pushing out 217 horses. The tell-tale sign of a RUF Porsche was the whale-tail spoiler that crowned that iconic backside for aerodynamics. It took...
1996 Gemballa 911 GTR 600 At their London Motorcar Sale, RM Auctions sold this Gemballa Turbo. Their catalogues described the car as: “The Porsche presented here started life as a 993 Turbo, sent by its first owner to Gemballa for modifications totalling approximately £173,000. The resulting car is believed to...
Porsche may be best known for its track-dominating sports cars, but the brand has a rich history of off-road adventures as well. The legendary Porsche 959 Paris-Dakar proved that a high-performance 911 could thrive in the harshest environments, winning the grueling 1986 Dakar Rally. More recently, Porsche released the 992...
Live now on PCarMarket is a one-of-a-kind Porsche 911 Classic Reimagined by Singer dubbed as “Dartmouth Commission”. Featuring a Delicate Blue finish complemented by custom red woven leather interior, it comes with a hand-built 4.0L flat-six made by Ed Pink Racing Engines in California. The car also boasts a host...
Singer Vehicle Design – Luxemburg Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Luxemburg Commission. The car is based on a donor 1990 Porsche 911 Targa, with a 390bhp four-litre flat-six engine providing power. “The Minnesota coupe and the Luxemburg Targa are clear examples of the...
Singer Vehicle Design is driven by the singular vision of Rob Dickinson, an ex-car designer and rock musician who came to be one of the world’s foremost distillers of the essence of air-cooled Porsche. Rob’s lifelong obsession with the most important sports car on the planet began on an autoroute...
Singer Vehicle Design, founded in 2009 by former Catherine Wheel frontman Rob Dickinson and based in Los Angeles, specializes in performance-based customizations of 964-series 911s. In their process, each car is stripped down to its steel unibody, receiving welding reinforcements before being outfitted with carbon-fiber panels, including the fenders, bumpers,...
Singer Vehicle Design – Triplet Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Triplet commission, one of Singer Vehicle Designs latest cars. First of all, this car was restored by the team based at Singer’s new California center of operations and it is no surprise at all that the...
Singer Vehicle Design – Palm Beach Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Palm Beach Commission. This left hand drive coupe has a stunning exterior and interior combination that we absolutely love. It is a Classic Study car, which means it was restored in Singer’s...
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...
Starting as a modest service station in Pfaffenhausen, Germany, within a mere three decades, RUF quickly evolved into a hub for creating some of the most exceptional super sports cars in the world. Alois Ruf Junior, inspired by his father’s enterprise, cultivated a profound love for automobiles, especially the Porsche...
Since their groundbreaking debut in 2017 with the 400R, Gunther Werks have been pushing boundaries and redefining automotive excellence. Now, their latest creation, the Gunther Works 993 Turbo, promises to be the pinnacle of their achievements yet, and Magnus Walker gets to experience what its like to drive this reimagined...
Epic PS Autoart 911, It has a 964 shell but has a completely custom interior, wheels, lights, chrome bodywork and a unique paint job....
Last year, Tuthill, a UK-based company renowned for its expertise in creating top-tier rally-spec Porsche cars, introduced a lightweight and high revving Porsche 911 restomod and what better way to demonstrate its exceptional performance by Chris Harris drive it and push it to its limits. The Tuthill Porsche 911K is...
2012 Gemballa GT Cabriolet The new 991 Carrera Cabriolet is the latest “air-cooled” 911 to stir the Porsche driver’s emotions with its familiar flat-six soundtrack. Now, the new GEMBALLA GT appearance package compliments the al fresco experience by taking the Cabriolet’s eye appeal to the next level. The heart of...
Singer Vehicle Design Inspiration – The Cars Singer Vehicle Design (SVD or Singer) restores and modifies existing Porsche® automobiles for its customers. Today’s post is all about those Singer restored cars. We keep track of as many of Singer’s commissions as possible, but we have never created a picture gallery...
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...
Singer Vehicle Design – Westlake Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Westlake Commission. The Westlake Commission is a Targa reimagined by Singer. All-wheel drive, 4.0L, 6 speed. Attack Grey over Deep Red. Photo credit: Singer Vehicle Design...
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...
“A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” This philosophy guides Singer’s work and epitomizes the quality of their artistry, which is evident once you lay eyes on one of their lauded restorations. Founded by Rob Dickinson in 2008, Singer Vehicle Design‘s reputation was built on the results of the original “Classic Study,”...
GTstreet R and then some… TECHART’s new MONOCHROME is a further development of the GTstreet R and is limited to 20 units. It is based on the Porsche 911 Turbo S, which has caused quite a stir worldwide with 87 vehicles. TECHART was able to set standards for individual sports...
Techart is a German tuning company that specializes in modifying Porsche vehicles and this time, they’ve set their eyes on the Porsche 911 GT3 with a Touring package. The Touring package gives the Porsche 911 GT3 a wider body with visible carbon fiber upgrades emphasizing the core of the Porsche...
The Auburn Auction, hosted by from September 1 to 3, 2022, is just over a week away, and more and more lots are getting added daily to the listings. While we were perusing the listings, especially looking at some of the Porsche’s up for grabs (many without reserve too!), out...
Renowned automotive photographer Michael Alan Ross recently joined Maurice Merrick, creator, and host of the Horsepower Heritage podcast, to discuss his new book “Porsche Outlaws: Stuttgart Hot Rods.” A Southern California phenomenon that has spread globally, the 911 “Outlaw” movement proves the 911 chassis is one of the most functional...
Singer Vehicle Design – Indy Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Indy Commission, a Singer Porsche built for none other than Dario Franchitti. This left hand drive coupe has the most unique exterior paint color I’ve seen on a Singer thus far. Who would...
Highlights ‘The Black Watch Commission,’ finished in Oak Green Metallic 4.0-litre engine with titanium exhaust, Öhlins adjustable suspension, carbon fibre roof, and Brembo carbon ceramic brakes Completed by Singer in January 2025 Just Completed Offered here is what is surely one of the final Porsche 911s to be Reimagined by...
The 2017 Porsche 911 Turbo S GTStreet R by with its carbon-fiber body, huge double-decked rear wing, GT3 RS-style wheelarch vents, wider arches, and the intake scoop above its engine makes it look wild. The GTStreet R is based on the 991.2-era Porsche 911 Turbo S and retains the same...
In 1977 Kremer sufficiently improved the 935 to begin series production of their own version. It was the third Kremer built on Porsche's successful platform and many 935/934s were updated to reflect ideas from the brothers in Cologne. The K3 version of their 935 was a great success and won the 1979 24 Hours of Le Mans, 1980 Sebring 12 Hours outright.
Stunning Porsche 993 ‘GT2 RS’ by Guntherwerks Gunther Werks, the company that remasters the Porsche air-cooled 993 just announced their latest creation, a Porsche 993 ‘GT2 RS’ with a 700hp twin-turbo flat six and manual transmission. Gunther Werks enhances the analog driving experience offered by the original car, while at...
This Saturday, Mecum Auctions will be offering a beautiful 1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Coupe that has been reimagined by Singer at its Kissimmee 2024 auction. Singer Vehicle Design is perhaps the leading figure when it comes to reimagining Porsche 911s based on the 964-generation at the behest of their...
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The original Porsche Carrera Zagato Speedster, the first Zagato bodied Porsche of the brand’s history, was built in 1958 for French gentleman driver and expert Porsche pilot Claude Storez, one of the best French pilots of that time. He started his career in early 50s and became soon a skilled pilot. In late ’57 he was looking for the “ultimate” 356 for the 1958 races season. He put an order to Porsche AG for a 356 A Speedster (the lightest version available) with a Carrera engine and GS specs (the most powerful at that time).
Singer Vehicle Design – Taiwan Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Taiwan Commission. The Taiwan Commission on the streets of Taipei. This Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer is a 3.8L coupe in Silver Metallic. The interior is presented in Olive Green. Lightweight carbon fiber track seats...
The 300th Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer has been completed in California. The 1990 Porsche 911 was restored in collaboration with its owner, who named their car the ‘Sotto’ commission. This car exemplifies Singer’s personalization services and love affair with the 911. Its specification represents requests made by its owner....
RUF introduced the RT12 during the initial phase of the 997-generation Porsche 911, following the 996 model. Unlike typical sports car generations that begin with base versions and progress to more extreme variants, the early years of the 997 didn’t include a 500-horsepower 997 Turbo. The RT12 sported a sleek...
The BRABUS performance upgrade for the Porsche 992 Turbo S consists of two BRABUS special turbochargers with larger compressor unit, larger turbine wheel and modified VTG adjustment. The performance upgrade is complemented by the processor-controlled BRABUS PowerXtra auxiliary control unit. In addition to a bump in peak torque from 800...
Singer Vehicle Design – Easthampton Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Easthampton Commission. At the heart of the Easthampton Commission sits the 4.0L, naturally aspirated, air-cooled flat-six – linked to a 6-speed manual transmission and AWD. The carbon-fibre bodywork is presented in Black Metallic with...
This AutoTopNL video on YouTube showcases the incredible speed and sound of a unique Porsche 911 restomod built by CSF Radiators. This exceptional vehicle was crafted by CSF Radiators for the 2021 SEMA show, one of the world’s most iconic auto shows, particularly for tuned cars. It began as a...
Hundreds of needle-sharp, tungsten-tipped studs bite through the ice, hunting out grip where your brain screams there should be none, headlights piercing the Arctic’s never-quite daylight; a flat-six’s mechanical howl sings through the snow-laden pines as you thread the needle round the sinuous turns of a forest stage. This is...
Clubsport Series II Restomod In 2007 Paul Stephens introduced a lightweight coupé called the Clubsport. Created from the ethos of ‘less is more’, the Clubsport was a very light formidable car capable of showing a clean pair of heels to more modern machinery on a twisty road or circuit. A decade...
This here is number 21 of 87 Porsche 992 TechArt GT Street R ever made. The TechArt GTstreet R is a much improved version of the Porsche 911 Turbo thanks to a custom body kit and 3.8L twin turbocharged flat 6 engine. The new body uses a lot of carbon fiber...
2002 Gemballa 911 GTR 650 For 2002 it looks like Porsche tuner, Uwe Gemballa, has tweaked his ulitmate creation, the GTR 600. As the name would suggest, this 996 turbo based conversion pumps out 650 horsepower! The overall package is much the same as the GTR 600, with 380mm brakes,...
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...
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 2015, famed tuner Akira Nakai of RWB Los Angeles transformed this 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera coupe. The car boasts a widebody kit with a lengthened hood, extended fenders, and a ducktail spoiler. “Carrera” lettering adorns the sides, while “RAUH-Welt” graphics decorate the spoiler and windshield. Further modifications include drilled...
Featured here is a a supercharged 996-generation 911, built by famed Porsche tuner RUF. The R Kompressor is based on a narrow-bodied 911 Carrera 2. RUF’s own centrifugal belt-driven supercharger was installed on the engine for optimal performance. Additionally, the car is equipped with the X51 Powerkit upgrade, which includes...