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Interview: Norbert Singer

Porsches have scored a record 16 overall victories at Le Mans, 14 similar triumphs in the Rolex 24 at Daytona and eight 12-hour wins at Sebring, and upon all of them can be found the fingerprints of Norbert Singer. A 30-year-old graduate engineer with a Masters in Mechanical Engineer, Aviation...

Beyond Stock: How Porsche Owners Modify Their Cars for Performance and Longevity

Three-quarter view of a 1987 modified black Porsche 930 Turbo

When you buy a Porsche, you’re getting a machine that offers a great level of performance from the factory. But for many owners, leaving it stock just doesn’t cut it, especially with older models or entry-level trims. So, whether you want to shave lap times on a track day or...

FOR SALE: Stunning 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS

In 2011, as Porsche prepared to unveil the next-generation 991-series 911, it delivered a final, formidable statement with the 997-based 911 GT2 RS. This extreme variant embodied the pinnacle of Porsche engineering, touted by the company as its most potent and fastest road-legal sports car at the time. The GT2...

Porsche Tuning and Performance: A Look At Dundon Motorsports

Porsche 911 at Dundon Motorsports

Company Bio Located in picturesque Gig Harbor—around a 40-minute drive from downtown Seattle, Washington—Dundon Motorsports is a renowned Porsche tuning shop which has been serving the Pacific Northwest, and well beyond, for close to 8 years now. Founded by Jamie Bopp and Charles Dundon, the shop has built its reputation...

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Porsche eFuel: The Revolution We’ve (Possibly) Been Waiting For

Around a year ago, we wrote an article about the future of Porsche powertrains, covering full electric, hybrid, and sustainable fuel. At that time, the biggest push for sustainable fuel was the development of E100, or bio-fuel ethanol from grains and organic waste products. Since then, Porsche has continued to...

People & Profiles

Herbert Linge: A Porsche Legend

Herbert Linge on ONS duty again with a 911 at Hockenheim in 1973.

Porsche’s Forrest Gump—the irrepressible Herbert Linge—pops up everywhere in Porsche history even after his retirement almost thirty years ago. The amazingly varied Porsche career of Herbert Linge would be unimaginable today—from wartime apprentice to manager of Weissach via workshop, development testing, race track, Porsche in the US, and Formula 1....

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25 Years of the 996: A Look at Today’s “Entry Level” 911

The Porsche 996 There’s nothing really “entry level” about a Porsche 911 as a whole, and the 996-generation is responsible for producing—and even ushered in—a variety of range-topping 911 variants. Yet, due to its place in the history books, the 996 cars are widely considered to be the first stepping...

FOR SALE: Limited Edition 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport For Sale

The 2019 model year marked the end of seventh-generation 911 production. To commemorate this, Porsche introduced the GT2 RS Clubsport as the 991’s grand finale. Unveiled at the LA Auto Show in 2018, alongside the new 992-generation 911, the GT2 RS Clubsport became Porsche’s most powerful GT customer sports car...

Cayman/Boxster State of Play: How Electrification Shifts The Porsche Paradigm

Origin Story It’s been widely acknowledged—even by Porsche themselves—that the Cayman and Boxster (alongside the Cayenne) are hugely responsible for the company’s change in fortunes during the early 21st century. Designers Stefan Stark and Grant Larson beside the clay concept model. Photo credit: Porsche The diminutive sports cars helped to...

Motorsport & Racing

Porsche and the Triple Crown of endurance racing

Le Mans 24 Hours, 13-14 June 1970: A jubilant Hans Herrmann and Richard Attwood are given a ride on the back of a truck as they celebrate Porsche’s first victory in the French endurance race There are three Sports Car endurance races that have been run over the past sixty-plus...

FOR SALE: Niseko Commission By Singer Vehicle Design Up For Grabs

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,...

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Podium finish and title win for Porsche in Bahrain

The final round of the 2016 FIA WEC gets under way at 16h00 on 19 November. Leading the cars into the first corner of the 6 Hours of Bahrain is the eventual winner, the #8 Audi (Virtual Motorpix/John Mountney) For the second consecutive year, Porsche has taken all the titles...

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Whittington’s #009 0004 rises from the ashes

1979 Porsche 935 chassis #009 0004 – Willow Springs International Raceway © Robert Graham Junior The phone rang, it was my old friend Carlos de Quesada. “I’ve just bought a 935 to restore,” he told me. “Great,” I replied, “which one?” “#009 0004,” announced Carlos. Chassis #009 0004? I had...

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Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Sport Lightweight

Porsche 911 Carrera RS Sport Lightweight ‘AUI 1500’ as it is today The Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 broke cover in October 1972, being revealed to the public for the first time at the Paris Motor Show. Porsche’s marketing department considered it a big risk for such a small company...

The 911 Carrera Type 964 (By Glen Smale)

Type 964 family line-up in 1990 showing the Carrera 4 range: (from front to back) Cabriolet, Targa and Coupé From a technical perspective, the 911 Carrera Type 964 represented one of the most significant steps forward for Porsche, for many years. The new Type 964 looked like a 911 that...

FOR SALE: Striking 2005 Porsche Carrera GT Is Live On Bring A Trailer

Bring A Trailer is currently auctioning a striking 2005 Porsche Carrera GT with 14k miles on its odometer. It has been ten years since Porsche ceased production of the Carrera GT, so the model is now considered as part of the Porsche Classic family. The Porsche Carrera GT had an...

Porsche’s Grand Prix Austro Daimlers

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Porsche 904 Carrera GTS

A Porsche 904 Carrera GTS Coupé in 1963 outside the factory in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen. The early version had a slatted air intake behind the doors, this being replaced by scoops which were more efficient The Porsche Carrera GTS represented a watershed in the company’s march towards motorsport fulfilment. Gone was the...

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Le Mans 24 Hour Rollercoaster 2016

24 Heures Du Mans, 18-19 June 2016: The #2 Porsche 919 Hybrid was driven by Romain Dumas, Neel Jani and Marc Lieb Now imagine yourself in a rollercoaster at your local fair with its multiple ups and downs, and even upside down loops. In a similar way, the 24-Hour race...

Singer-Commissioned 1990 Porsche 911 ‘Novato’ Crosses the Auction Block

Recognized as the standard-bearer for air-cooled Porsche 911 reinterpretations, Singer Group, Inc. has established itself as the leading restorer of reimagined 1989–1994 911s built on the 964 platform, each tailored to the exacting tastes of its clientele. Singer’s Classic Services program—the cornerstone of its global reputation—marked the transition from hand-shaped...

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Stuttcars exclusive: Jan Kalmar of Kalmar Automotive

Held during Monterey Car Week, The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, has become one the world’s most prestigious automobile events. No less than 21 debuts occurred this year, many of which were from Porsche 911-inspired manufacturers (e.g. Singer, Gunther Werks, RUF and Tuthill). If you think there isn’t more room in...

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12 Hours of Sebring 1986 – Things go better with Coke

Hans Stuck at the wheel on the way to winning Sebring in 1986. His co-drivers were Jo Gartner and Bob Akin. (Porsche 962 chassis #962-113) The 2.6-litre Porsche 956 which raced in the 1982/1983 seasons in Europe, was not accepted for racing in the USA, and so the 962 was...

FOR SALE: 1978 Porsche 911 SC ‘Safari’ On Offer At Collecting Cars

Collecting Cars is currently offering a 1978 Porsche 911 SC ‘Safari’ by Tuthill Porsche. It is a great custom competition build which was driven by rally legend Ken Block for the 2022 East Africa Safari Classic Rally. It remains in its ‘as raced’ condition. At the heart of the build...

People & Profiles

Arno Bohn – The Porsche Outsider

Arno Bohn at Weissach with the 968 Cabriolet (1991) Arno Bohn was managing director of Porsche from 1990-92. An outsider who came from the computer industry, he arrived at a company seared by falling sales and riven by internal division about future direction. He left a Porsche which though still...

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Intercontinental GT Challenge Bathurst

Mount Panorama Circuit, Bathurst, New South Wales After Daytona and Dubai, the twelve-hour race in Bathurst, Australia is the third major long-distance race of the season. On the Mount Panorama Circuit in the foothills of the Blue Mountains, the Walkinshaw GT3 team will field a Porsche 911 GT3 R on...

VIDEO: Porsche 911 Turbo Market Update – The Reset Has Begun

Porsche 911 Turbo Prices & Depreciation Porsche 911 turbo values trended up for a long time; but this trend ended. Prices remained flat for most models during the first half of this year. This goes for the 997, 991, and 992. However, prices still increased in the 996.1 and 997.2...

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How the Porsche 718 EV Will Deliver a Sports Car Feel With Race-Inspired Tech

Porsche Mission R concept

There’s no shortage of electric cars that go fast in a straight line. But when Porsche says it’s building an electric Boxster and Cayman that feel like real sports cars, ears perk up and so do expectations. With its legacy on the line, Porsche isn’t chasing gimmicks or numbers. Instead,...

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Porsche celebrates motorsport icon Walter Röhrl’s 70th

A special exhibition at the Porsche Museum celebrates Walter Röhrl’s 70th birthday ‘Genius on wheels’ is the name of the exhibition at the Porsche Museum in Zuffenhausen that honours rally racing legend Walter Röhrl on his 70th birthday. From 14 March to 14 May 2017, the Museum will be displaying...

FOR SALE: Paint-To-Sample Mexico Blue 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Heading For Auction

2015 Porsche 918 Spyder ©2023 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's

The Porsche 918 Spyder is a mid-engined, plug-in hybrid hypercar that finally proved that gearheads had nothing to worry about when it came to hybrid technology becoming a bigger part of our automobiles. The heart of the Porsche 918 Spyder was a naturally-aspirated 4.6-liter V8 engine that was capable of producing 608...

Guide to the 911: All The Porsche 911 Generations Explained

The Evolution of the Porsche 911 Porsche 911 Generations First Generation (1963-1989) Porsche 964 (1989-1994) Porsche 993 (1994-1998) Porsche 996 (1998-2004) Porsche 997 (2004-2011) Porsche 991 (2011-2019) Porsche 992 (2019 – ) Telling Generations Apart Born in 1963, the Porsche 911 has become a legend. An iconic design that is...

Porsche donates one million euros towards earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria

Porsche donates towards humanitarian cause The earthquake disaster in Turkey and Syria has left many people in desperate need. Porsche AG is providing immediate aid to those affected by donating one million euros to “Aktion Deutschland hilft e.V.”, an umbrella group of German humanitarian aid agencies, for this purpose. In...

Porsche 911 (F-Series) – The Story

Porsche 911 (1963 – 1973) Story & History F-Body – The 1st Generation Porsche 911 Premiere: 1963 September 12 at the IAA Frankfurt motor show As the Porsche 356 had been for sale for quite some time and considering it takes years for a completely new car to evolve from...

Meet The Writers: Glen Smale’s Passion for Preserving Porsche History

Origins in Speed: A Childhood Fueled by Motorsport Glen Smale was born in East London, South Africa, a scenic coastal town that sparked his lifelong love affair with motorsport. His earliest memories are tied to the roar of engines and the excitement of race day, often shared with his father....

Porsche 917 Spyders – Building a Racing Empire Part VIII

Words by: Glen Smale Images by: Glen Smale & Corporate Archives Porsche AG The Interserie championship was established in 1970 as the European equivalent of the Can-Am series in North America. Known as the ‘European Can-Am’, the Interserie replaced the Nordic Challenge Cup (NCC), which ran in 1969 in Finland...

VIDEO: Tuning Porsche 911s By Akira Nakai

Get to know Akira Nakai as he talks about his work tuning Porsches and cutting up 911s. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member? Sign in to your account here....

Model Focus: Owning a Porsche 911 Carrera GTS (991.1)

The 991.1 range (2012-2016) had the most powerful naturally-aspirated series production engines ever built by Porsche. Producing an exceptional 110bhp/litre, the 991.1 Carrera GTS was the top of the range. Subsequently environmental legislation would oblige Porsche to build smaller engines and extract more power by turbocharging. History & Tech The...

FOR SALE: Ultra-Rare 2024 Porsche 911 GT3 R Rennsport Up For Grabs

Limited to only 77 units, the Porsche 911 GT3 R rennsport is a track-focused creation free from racing regulations. Based on the 992-generation GT3 R, it shares the race car’s foundations but abandons FIA restrictions on weight, power, and aerodynamics. The result is a purpose-built machine designed purely for performance...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster

To celebrate its 70th anniversary, Porsche unveiled the 991 Speedster concept at the 2018 Paris Motor Show, with the production version debuting in New York in April 2019 and deliveries starting the following month. Limited to 1,948 units in tribute to Porsche’s founding year, the Speedster was the final model...

Le Mans 24 Hours Porsche 911 Motorsport & Racing Porsche 935 PRR Yesteryear Featured Content & Premium Editorials

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Porsche 935 at Mulsanne corner at Le Mans

Martin Raffauf and Chris Hill look under the car with the ACO inspectors. Mechanic Jeff Lateer looks on with the camera. Tech inspection went very well for the 935 as we had Annie Verney with us to “discuss” any issues with the ACO as we proceeded. The Garretson Developments Sports...

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Five Technological Milestones of the 911 Boxer Engine

The Porsche 911, with its distinctive rear-engine layout and flat-six boxer engine, has been a cornerstone of the sports car world for decades. At the heart of this icon lies the 911’s Boxer engine, a flat-six powerplant that has defined the model’s identity and reputation since its debut in the...

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This Martini was neither Stirred nor Shaken

ACO Museum, Le Mans 16 September 2020: As it was the 50th anniversary of Porsche’s first win at Le Mans, a special display was set up featuring several of Porsche’s winning cars In 1971 the first ever Starbucks coffee house was opened in Seattle, Washington. That same year, the fourth...

People & Profiles

Porsche Veteran Roland Kussmaul

Roland Kussmaul

Except perhaps at one or two retirement parties or other formal occasions, no one ever saw Roland Kussmaul wearing a suit and tie. Racing or workshop overalls, Porsche’s pit lane uniform perhaps, even a mere pair of grubby shorts in those shots of the sweltering Dakar where he raced during...

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Ferdinand Piëch: 17 April 1937 to 25 August 2019

Professor Ferdinand Porsche (centre) with F. A. ‘Butzi’ Porsche (left) and Ferdinand Piëch (right), ca. 1949 Ferdinand Karl Piëch was born in Vienna, Austria, on 17 April 1937, to Louise (daughter to Ferdinand and sister of Ferry Porsche) and Anton Piëch, a lawyer. He was the grandson of Ferdinand Porsche,...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster

Limited to 1,948 units, the 991-generation 911 Speedster pays homage to the year Dr. Porsche built his first two-seat roadster. Inspired by prior Speedsters from the 356, G-Series, 964, and 997 generations, it combined breathtaking design with outstanding performance. Essentially a roofless 911 GT3, the Speedster utilized a cabriolet body...

FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4

2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4

The first iteration of the Porsche Cayman GT4 made its debut in 2015, drawing a conclusion to the third generation of Boxster/Cayman (981). Since that time, the GT4 has become a cult hero amongst purists with its absence of frills (not to be misheard as ‘thrills’), relative affordability and undisputable...

FOR SALE: 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder

The Porsche 918 Spyder redefined the hypercar segment by integrating race-car performance, state-of-the-art technology, breathtaking aesthetics, and environmental consciousness. This particular 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder, listed for sale on Collecting Cars, has had only one owner and has covered a mere 930 kilometers (578 miles) since new. A true engineering...

Porsche 911 (991) – The Story

Porsche 911 (991) (2004 – 2012) Story & History Type 991 – The 7th Generation Porsche 911 Porsche 911 991.1 Carrera Coupé/Targa/Cabriolet (2015-2018) Official photos: 2011 August 23 / Premiere: 2011 September 15 IAA Frankfurt motor show / Market launch: 2011 December 3 The 2012 model 911, internally (and confusingly)...

FOR SALE: Ultra-Low-Mileage 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Weissach Live on BaT

Currently listed on Bring a Trailer, this 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder is a rare find, featuring the coveted Weissach Package and finished in Oryx White with a Mocha Brown leather interior and silver accents. Originally unveiled at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show, the 918 Spyder features a 608-hp V8 derived...

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The Never-Ending Story of the 911 Carrera RS 2.7

Written by: Glen Smale Images by: Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale and Corporate Archives Porsche AG No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member? Sign in to your account here....

FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2018 Porsche 911 (991.2) GT3 Touring

Collecting Cars is currently offering a very low mileage 2018 Porsche 911 (991.2) GT3 Touring finished in GT Silver Metallic over a black leather and cloth-trimmed interior. The 991.2-era 911 GT3 Touring is a more modest version of its track-focused sibling, featuring a deployable spoiler, manual gearbox, and black leather...

FOR SALE: 1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe

For decades, Porsche has been renowned for its focus on performance in the automotive industry. One of its top models, the 911, particularly demonstrates this quality, even to this day. However, have you ever stopped to consider the advanced features of the older 911 models for their time? This 1985...

Vintage Racecar Articles

Erwin Kremer

The Kremer Brothers, Erwin and Manfred, have been in the racecar preparation and construction business for nearly 40 years. Their names are virtually synonymous with Porsche racing machines, and they have won races and championships in GT, sports, prototype, IMSA, Group C, Porsche Cup and many other series over that...

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Porsche Coupé (908/01) – Building a Racing Empire Part IV

Front three-quarter view of the 908 LH showing the very aerodynamic and flowing lines of this superb racing car. © Glen Smale

Images by: Glen Smale & Corporate Archives Porsche AG Foreword This article is part of our series featuring the historical development of various iconic Porsche models over the years. Be sure to check out our other features: No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium...

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Redefining Automotive Greatness: Why the Porsche 959 is the GOAT

Porsche 959

Words by Greg James. Photos by Dan O’Connell. The Overuse of “Supercar” A term that’s been flogged to death and overused for eons in the auto industry is “supercar.” Yes, I get that there’s no real definition (at least one that everyone agrees on), but it’s been used to describe...

The Penske Panzer

The Can-Am Porsche 917 The Can-Am Race Series, held from 1966 to 1974, helped propel professional sports car racing to new heights of popularity in the United States. The series was governed by an open and simple set of rules, which created an environment that brought the most powerful and...

FOR SALE: BaT Auctions presents “Gruppe P”

It only happens once in a lifetime; your 75th birthday. This June 8th marks Porsche’s 75th anniversary so Bring-a-Trailer auction juggernaut decided to give Porsche enthusiasts a special treat; Gruppe P. A collection of 7 truly impressive Porsches whose auctions collectively end on June 8th, Gruppe P is likely to...

FOR SALE: A Remastered Porsche 356 By Emory Motorsports Is Up For Sale

A rare Emory Motorsports restomod 1958 Porsche 356A is currently up for auction on Bring A Trailer and is said to be the fifth Emory Special built. Emory Motorsports is a company that makes the best Porsche “Outlaw” cars. The attention to detail is stunning and there are few more...

FOR SALE: 2017 Porsche 991.2 Carrera S Cabriolet In Graphite Blue Metallic

For Sale: 2017 Porsche 991.2 Carrera S Cabriolet In Graphite Blue Metallic

Finished in graphite blue metallic over a two-tone espresso/cognac natural leather interior, this 2017 Porsche 991.2 Carrera S Cabriolet features a twin-turbocharged 3.0L flat-six engine produces up to 420 HP and 368 lb.-ft of torque mated to a 7-speed PDK transmission. This Carrera S comes with a black cabriolet top...

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The Porsche-Lola T600 Affair

Le Mans 24 Hours, 13-14 June 1981: Team photo following a successful technical inspection A lack of testing proved to be the downfall of the Porsche-Lola T600 in the 49th running of the Le Mans 24 Hours in 1981. But let us not get ahead of ourselves… The 1981 season...

VIDEO: Porsche 911 997 Prices are Exploding

VIDEO: Porsche 911 997 Prices are Exploding

997 Carrera Depreciation and Buying Guide Buying a Porsche 911 997? Then this is the video to watch. In this depreciation and buying guide of the Porsche 911 997 Carrera, I will show you how much the values changed in the last year and how much the car depreciates per...

FOR SALE: Denzel Washington’s 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo

You have less than two hours to decide if you’ll get this 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo from Bring A Trailer which was purchased new by award-winning actor Denzel Washington. It has a black over black finish, powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter flat-six engine matched with a six-speed manual transaxle that...

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Stranger Than Paradise – Porsche 930S

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Germany’s Quart and a Half Brigade

Porsche’s Spyders stole the limelight, but in the 1950s they had serious rivals in both BMW and EMW, who produced serious 1½-liter machinery. Their battles on both sides of the Iron Curtain were the stuff of legend. A liter and a half—more or less a quart and a half—isn’t much...

FOR SALE: 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo S

The final air-cooled 911 Turbo from Porsche was the Type 993 Turbo S, offering a remarkable conclusion to that era. Only 176 example were made for North America, with each of them being meticulously designed and built by the Exclusive Department with custom features and numerous engine and chassis upgrades....

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The world’s top Porsche experts discuss the Turbo

Everyone who has experienced Porsche turbo technology has their own very personal story. Here, renowned racing drivers and engineers tell us what ‘Turbo’ means to them. Walter Röhrl The two-time World Rally champion, development driver and brand ambassador describes his own personal turbo journey: No Subscription? You’re missing out Get...

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The Sonderwunsch Man – Rolf Sprenger

A huge banner adorns the side of this high bay warehouse in Werk 2, announcing the 25th anniversary exhibition of Exclusive from 1st March to 1st May 2011 Rolf Sprenger was a versatile engineer whose Porsche career was founded almost entirely on customer service. “If I want a trailer (caravan)...

FOR SALE: A Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer Goes up for Sale

Singer Vehicle Design, founded in Los Angeles in 2009 by former musician and Porsche 911 enthusiast Rob Dickinson, aims to create the ultimate air-cooled 911 by blending design and engineering elements from various air-cooled generations. Using the Porsche 964 as a foundation, Singer offers customers a choice of coupe or...

Renndienst: Racing Toward the Future

With relationships between Porsche and Volkswagen fructifying in many ways over the years, even decades, this one was inevitable. Its basis was the third generation of the sainted van, sold worldwide under various nameplates including Transporter, Caravelle, Microbus, and Vanagon. Introduced in 1979 as the latest T3 VW, it was...

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Porsche Race Recap – Sebring Delivers Drama

Photos courtesy Porsche and Chuck Anderson High expectations for Porsche not realized at the Sebring 12 Hours Unlike previous years where Stuttcars have reported on Porsche dominating the 12 hour endurance spectacle, 2023 was a reminder of the “tough luck” side of racing. Porsche was the verge of an improbable...

FOR SALE: Limited Production 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster

Don’t miss your chance to own a beautiful and highly original example of a 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster on Bring A Trailer. The Porsche 911 Carrera Speedster launched in 1989 as a one-year special. It had a frameless, raked windshield that was also 3.1 inches shorter than a Carrera’s. At...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster Heritage Design

The Porsche 911 Speedster is always a landmark release, each version honoring the legacy of the original 1954 356 Speedster. The 991-generation model, limited to just 1,948 units, features a low, raked windshield, double-bubble rear streamliners, and retro gold “Speedster” script. Inside, green-numbered gauges with white needles echo the 356’s...

FOR SALE: 1994 Porsche 911 (964) Turbo S Sold For $1.26 Million And Other 911s On Offer

Someone is having a Merry Christmas indeed as Bring A Trailer just closed the auction for a previously featured, No Reserve, extremely rare, well preserved, low mileage 1994 Porsche 911 (964) Turbo S for a whopping $1.26 Million. Though the chance to acquire this uniquely valuable specimen has passed, here...

FOR SALE: 1957 Porsche 356A Carrera 1500 GT/GT

“Best of the Best” 356A Carrera Facts 1957 Porsche 356A (T1) Carrera 1500 GT/GT chassis no.100369 Exterior color: Silver Metallic/ 5706 interior color: Black ODOMETER: 2,690 miles Engine N0. 90724 Transmission No. 14902 Numbers Matching Highlights The first steel-bodied Carrera GS GT imported into the U.S. Numbers-matching engine #90824 (not...

FOR SALE: Stunning 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 Clubsport Now Available!

The second iteration of the Porsche 911 GT3 for the 997 Generation was introduced in 2010 and came with a larger, 3.8L Mezger engine producing 435hp. Power was driven the rear via a 6-speed manual transmission. Notably, one option on the GT3 was a driver-controllable front nose lift system that...

Gallery: Five Incredible Porsches at the 2023 Chattanooga Motorcar Festival

Porsche 908

Organizers of the Chattanooga Motorcar Festival invited the Luftgekühlt’s celebration of Brian Redman, which resulted in a number of Porsches raced by Redman in attendance. Porsches, of course, were in abundance at the Festival, including five race cars and more than 20 street cars. Incredible Porsches in attendance included: Porsche...

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Finding the Porsche RSR “Ratt”

Red Porsche RSR "Ratt"

When I’m not helping to sell the occasional old race car, or visiting old race car meetings, I’ve usually got my head down, researching various projects for clients, usually to do with Porsches—although Lola T70s and the like often pass my way too. Probably the most interesting project that I’ve...

FOR SALE: Rare 1969 Porsche 911 T/R

1969 PORSCHE 911 T/R Being offered at Gooding & Company’s Amelia Island Auction is this very rare 1969 PORSCHE 911 T/R, Chassis 119100215, full of history. This is a remarkable Porsche 911 – a factory-built T/R that competed for over 15 years at the highest levels of North American sports...

FOR SALE: 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 In PTS Pastel Orange

The 718 Porsche Cayman GT4 is everything you could possibly want in a sports car. The sublime combination of a legendary chassis and naturally aspirated 6-cylinder Porsche engine is accentuated by the emphasis that less is more when done right – and nobody does this better than Porsche’s GT division. No...

FOR SALE: Well-Optioned 2004 Porsche Boxster S 550 Anniversary Edition

Well-Optioned 2004 Porsche Boxster S 550 Anniversary Edition For Sale!

In 2004, the Boxster S Special Edition, also called 550 Spyder Boxster S Special Edition was introduced. To celebrate the last model year for the 986, Porsche decided to release this limited special model of Boxster, and only 1,953 of these cars were made in honor of the original Porsche 550...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 (991.2) GT3 RS Weissach Pack

This 2019 Porsche 911 (991.2) GT3 RS is a highly acclaimed performance car designed for track use, and it comes equipped with the highly coveted Weissach Pack. The car is finished in a white exterior with a black leather and Alcantara interior that includes contrast stitching, carbon fiber inlays, and...

FOR SALE: Ultra-Rare 1994 RUF RCT Up For Grabs

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,...

Marketplace: 1989 Porsche 930 S Targa

Car Highlights One of Three Rest of World (ROW) 930 S Targa Models Built in 1989 Finished in Paint-To-Sample Blutorange over Black Leather A Bespoke Example with Rarely Seen Exclusive Department Options Showing Just 5,289 Km (3,286 Miles) from Original Delivery Meticulously Restored to Concours Standards by German Marque Specialists...

Marketplace: 1973 Porsche 911E

Background The 1973 Porsche 911E is a unique chapter in the 911 “long-hood” legacy. Positioned between the entry-level 911T and the high-performance 911S, the 911E delivered a blend of performance and drivability that made it one of the most balanced air-cooled 911 models ever. The “E” stands for Einspritzung, German...

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Martini Porsche 917-042 – Le Mans record breaker

#21 Martini Porsche 917 LH (chassis #042) was driven by Gerard Larrousse and Vic Elford in the 1971 Le Mans 24 Hour race – DNF, lost engine cooling fan From 1964 through to 1969, Porsche lifted its game from being a class winner to setting international lap speed and endurance...

FOR SALE: Bid Now To Own This Stunning 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Targa

Collecting Cars is auctioning a stunning example of the 964-generation Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Targa. This particular example is offered by its seller in highly original condition, despite having 104,954 miles already on its odometer. The car comes with the iconic Porsche paintwork, Guards Red,and features a black removable targa...

Porsche Cayman GT4 RS

Hype vs. Reality: Living With the Porsche GT4 RS

Story by Tina Chau. Photography by Travis Gallatin. Breaking the Box: The GT3 Engine in the Mid-Chassis For decades, the Porsche Cayman was relegated to a carefully guarded box: lauded by some experts as possessing the superior chassis, it was always deliberately hamstrung by the factory to avoid overshadowing the...

2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Weissach at Auction

Alongside the Ferrari LaFerrari and McLaren P1, the Porsche 918 Spyder represents a pivotal shift in supercar evolution, proving that hybrid technology could enhance, rather than dilute, extreme performance. While not as raw or analog as its predecessor, the Carrera GT, the 918 is more versatile, combining breathtaking speed with...

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Porsche’s Most Enigmatic Model — the America Roadster

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Porsche 911 GT2 “Coppa Florio”

This bespoke Porsche 993 is no stranger to the Porsche world, though very few people are likely to have ever seen it in person. But if you type Coppa Florio and Porsche into an Internet search, you will encounter this GT2 immediately. There are official factory photos from the Exclusive...

FOR SALE: Brutal 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach

The Porsche 911 GT2 RS debuted with the 997 generation in 2010, earning widespread acclaim. The 991-generation GT2 RS followed in 2018, boasting an additional 80 horsepower and 37 lb-ft of torque compared to its predecessor. This enables the car to rocket from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.8...

FOR SALE: 94-mile 993 Turbo S for $2.4M

Background The 993-generation 911 Turbo S stands is one of the rarest examples of Porsche’s last air-cooled 911. Purportedly, 435 examples were produced, with 183 designated for the North American market in 1997. Ordered through Porsche’s Exclusive Manufaktur program, the Turbo S features a twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter flat-six engine producing 424...

FOR SALE: 1955 Porsche 550 Spyder

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...

FOR SALE: Silver Metallic 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS With 8k Miles For Sale!

Silver Metallic 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS With 8k Miles For Sale!

Porsche’s now famous RS moniker that was introduced in 2015, once again blurs the boundary between road-going sports cars and race cars. The 991-generation 911 GT3 RS equipped with the maximum degree of motorsport technology currently possible in a street-legal 911, yet retains supreme suitability for everyday driving. Extensive modifications...

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3,000 KM For A Cause Across Australia

It started with the Porsche 356 As we all know, the 356 was the first globally sold car made by Porsche, and firmly planted Stuttgart on many an enthusiast’s map. It came in a variety of body styles, including roadster, cabriolet, and coupe, and quickly became one of the favorite...

FOR SALE: 1990 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 Backdate RoW

This 1990 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 Coupe was originally distributed by Mizwa Porsche of Japan and came from the factory with a rare Murano Green color, sunroof delete, and a 5-speed G50 manual gearbox. A previous owner in Japan gave the car a custom RSR-style restoration which included backdated bodywork,...

FOR SALE: 2018 Porsche 911 (991) GT2 RS Weissach Package

2018 Porsche 911 (991) GT2 RS Weissach Package

Porsche officially unveiled the 991 GT2 RS at the 2017 Goodwood Festival of Speed. This model boasts a carbon-fiber reinforced bonnet, rear-view mirror casings, and front and rear wings. Lightweight polyurethane is utilized for the front splitter and rear diffuser, and the side windows are made of polycarbonate instead of...

Porsche Type 540 America Roadster

The 1952 Porsche America Roadster

The day before I was to leave for the Highlands Motoring Festival (Highlands, North Carolina), in 2022, I got a call from Mark Chmar, the co-chairman of the event. He wanted to know if I could be there by 8:00am the following morning. There was a drive sponsored by Porsche...

Marketplace: 1972 Porsche 911T “oil flap” MFI Coupe

Highlights VIN 9112100846 Matching 2.4 engine – built to 2.7 RS spec Manual five-speed 915 transmission One-year-only external oil fill Completed November 1971 Certificate of Authenticity All the right options This 1972 Porsche 911T 2.4 MFI Coupe is finished in its original color combination of Silver Metallic (925) with a...

FOR SALE: Elegant & Low Mileage 2021 Porsche 911 Targa 4

Collecting Cars is currently offering an elegant and low mileage example of a 2021 Porsche 911 (992) Targa 4. The car is finished in silver metallic over a a two-tone Slate Grey and Crayon leather-trimmed interior and has only over 10,000 miles on its odometer. Standard equipment includes a satin...

FOR SALE: 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring

The Porsche 911 GT3, a high-performance variant of the iconic 911, is renowned for its track-focused capabilities while remaining road-legal. As Porsche’s most powerful non-turbocharged model, it offers a truly engaging and visceral driving experience, with finely-tuned chassis dynamics and remarkable responsiveness to driver inputs. The 911 GT3 also comes...

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