In 1993, Porsche introduced the 911 Turbo 3.6, featuring an enhanced 3.6-liter single-turbo flat-six engine as a replacement for the previous 3.3-liter turbo engine. With its 355 horsepower, it became the highest-performing Porsche available in North America, and the production was limited to fewer than 1,500 units.
Later in the same year, Porsche opted to produce a special Turbo S model. This variant utilized Porsche’s “X88” engine modifications, drawing inspiration from its IMSA race cars. The enhancements included a larger turbo, an upgraded intercooler, bigger fuel injectors, an improved camshaft, and a new exhaust, resulting in a power increase to 380 horsepower and 384 pound-feet of torque.
With fewer than 100 Turbo S models produced and even fewer reaching North America, 39 of the Turbo S Porsches made for this region were Flatnose models. However, Porsche North America and Porsche Canada requested some Turbo S models without the Flatnose, resulting in the creation of 17 such cars. All 17 were equipped with an array of Porsche Exclusive features, including a different front splitter, the iconic whale tail rear wing, 959-style rear fender vents, and special 18-inch three-piece wheels, collectively giving the Turbo S 3.6 the moniker “Package.”
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