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...
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...
The 964 Turbo was introduced in 1990 and it featured a widened bodywork compared to the standard 964. It also had aerodynamic side mirrors and a fixed rear spoiler. This specific example of the 964 Turbo has a black metallic finish and exterior features like the fog lights, rear window...
Porsche Boxster 981
3rd Generation Porsche Boxster (981) Story & History Boxster 981 (2013 – 2016) Official photos: 2012 January 12, GTS 2014 March 19 / Premiere: 2012 March 6 at Geneva motor show, GTS 2014 April 20 at Auto China in Beijing / Market launch: 2012 April 14 (as a 2013 model),...
It was created by Dr. Ing. h.c. Ferdinand Porsche and a handful of his close associates in 1937-38 and, despite the hideous wartime destruction, is still alive and well today, a distinguished septuagenarian. Yet important though it is, not much has been seen or heard of the Type 64 or,...
Porsche 959 by Jürgen Lewandowski, published by Delius Klasing Verlag – © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale When the Pearl White metallic Porsche Group B concept car was revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1983, the response from the press and public was overwhelming. After the show had closed, Porsche...
Factory recommissions the famous Porsche 959 Paris-Dakar The recommissioning has been carried out over the past few months by the Porsche Heritage and Museum team together with their colleagues from Porsche Classic. A car that can survive 8,700 miles in the deserts and savannahs of Africa can go anywhere in...
The 1989 model of Porsche’s 911 Speedster model lineup is arguably one of the most recognizable as the 911 Speedster was the 1st descendant of the esteemed 356 Speedster, which is known to have built the foundation of Porsche’s reputation in the United States, both on the road and on...
Porsche Sport 2017 – Gruppe C Motorsport Verlag If you follow Porsche motorsport around the world, then Porsche Sport 2017 is not a book you want to be without. In fact, if you read this book from cover-to-cover, you would be one of the most knowledgeable people around concerning the...
© Hurley – From The Beginning (cover) There are just a handful of racing drivers that can list the number and quality of achievements that Hurley Haywood can. True, there might be more than a handful in total, but within each discipline of the sport, there are just a few...
Evolution, not Revolution Since its debut in 1964, the Porsche 911 has epitomized engineering evolution. Conceived by Ferdinand “Butzi” Porsche, this iconic vehicle has undergone continuous refinement, while preserving its distinctive rear-engine layout and silhouette. Each stage represents a chapter in Porsche’s heritage, from air-cooled engines of the yesteryears to...
Unveiled at Porsche’s 70th-anniversary celebration at Rennsport Reunion VI in California in September 2018, the new 935 was a limited-edition, track-only special that paid homage to the original 935 race cars. Achieving remarkable success on racetracks worldwide during the late 1970s, 935s secured victories at the 24 Hours of Le...
From 1984 to 1987, Porsche and McLaren formed one of the most successful partnerships in Formula One. Powered by Porsche’s TAG turbocharged V6, McLaren won 25 Grands Prix, 18 fastest laps, and five world titles. With funding from Mansour Ojjeh’s Techniques d’Avant Garde (TAG), Porsche launched Project 2623, developing the...
Set to cross the block at Broad Arrow Auctions‘ Monterey sale on August 13 with an estimated value of up to $3,200,000, this remarkable Singer Dynamics and Lightweight Study (DLS)—the “Mame Commission”—is presented in virtually new condition with just over 250 miles recorded. This bespoke build is one of just...
Marc Lieb, Porsche works driver, Le Mans 24H, 2016 Born: 4th July 1980 Where: Stuttgart, Germany Lives: Ludwigsburg, Germany Marital Status: Married to Alexandra, two sons (Benedict and Jonathan) Height/Weight: 1.82 m/74 kg Hobbies: Football, jogging, reading At the age of 20, the native Stuttgarter won the Porsche Junior driver...
80s/90s Icon As the manufacture of the Porsche 964 3.6-liter Turbo was winding down towards the end of 1993, there were purportedly 93 Turbo coupes left in factory inventory. In response, Porsche sent these remaining chassis to its Exclusive Department – a specialized division within the company that focused on...
Porsche 904/8 (chassis #008) photographed in the Porsche Museum, September 2020 F.A. ‘Butzi’ Porsche, the eldest son of Ferry and Dorothea Porsche, joined the family business in 1958 having shown great interest in the field of industrial design. Working under the direction of Erwin Komenda, F.A. Porsche set about learning...
Porsche 911 (993) - The Story
Porsche 911 (993) (1993 – 1998) Story & History Type 993 – The 4th Generation Porsche 911 Premiere: 1993 September 9 at IAA Frankfurt motor show Clay model – note the fender design© Porsche One of the prototypes. Note the 964 wheels.© Porsche The rear lamp design that was first...
Goodwood Members’ Meeting to celebrate 75 years of Porsche with spectacular on-track demonstrations Goodwood is delighted to announce that the 80th Members’ Meeting presented by Audrain Motorsport will host a spectacular on-track demonstration celebrating 75 years of Porsche. Just as Stuttcars has covered previous Porsche outings at Goodwood, we’ll be...
The 911 Carrera RS wasn’t designed to be a perfect car or even a road car—it was created for homologating the 911 RSR for Group 5 racing. Porsche needed to build a street version of the race car, focusing on weight reduction and aerodynamic features essential for the track. Initially,...
The 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS is often regarded as one of the best road-legal Porsche 911s of its time. Building on the success of the GT3, it features a naturally aspirated 4.0L DOHC flat-6 engine producing 500 HP and 338 lb-ft of torque. Its striking design includes a large...
One of just 600 ever made, this 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 has only 319 miles and is among the most revered models of the 997 generation. Seen as a spiritual successor to the legendary 1973 911 Carrera RS 2.7, it is currently up for grabs on PCARMARKET. Most...
Broad Arrow’s All-Porsche auction will take place with Air|Water on Saturday, April 27th, and feature approximately 70 Porsches similar to the Broad Arrow Porsche 75th Anniversary Auction held in 2023 at the Porsche Experience Center in Atlanta, Georgia. That auction, held with Porsche Cars North America and the Porsche Experience...
Background The 2016 RUF Turbo (often seen in Turbo R or Turbo R Limited form) is RUF’s re-engineered take on the 997-generation Porsche 911 Turbo. Unlike most tuners, RUF is a manufacturer, and the Turbo R Limited cars are built either from bare bodies-in-white or comprehensively reworked factory chassis. The...
911 LoveRS: by Jürgen Lewandowski and Bart Lenaerts – © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale If the title, 911 LoveRS, leaves you with a slight question mark in your mind, turn the pages, and you will quickly get a feel for what the book is all about. 911 LoveRS by Jürgen Lewandowski...
80 years strong Porsche Newsroom: “The Porsche myth lives and will never perish!” – Dr. Wolfgang Porsche made this legendary promise to the Porsche team in Zuffenhausen in July 2009 and gave them confidence in difficult times. Today, the Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Porsche AG is celebrating his...
When automotive enthusiasts are asked to describe the pinnacle of the Porsche 911, the GT3 RS overwhelmingly dominates the conversation. In terms of outright performance metrics, it slots in below the new GT2 RS in the pecking order. While it may not be Stuttgart’s king of lap times, the GT3...
The 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic, based on the 992 platform, combines retro-inspired styling with modern performance. Design elements include a Carrera RS 2.7–style ducktail spoiler, Fuchs-style wheels, a carbon-fiber double-bubble roof, gold badging, an early-style Porsche crest, twin racing stripes, and a numbered dashboard plaque. The interior features houndstooth...
Concorso Ferrari in Farmington Connecticut was a spectacle once again. Hosted by the Hometown foundation since launching in 2001, Concorso Ferrari & Friends has raised nearly $2 million in support of Connecticut Children’s. More than just a car show, this remarkable event powers essential medical programs and services while spreading...
Dirk Werner, Porsche GT works driver
Born: 25 May 1981 Where: Hannover, Germany Lives: Würzburg, Germany Height: 1.80m Career 2017    Porsche works driver, 2nd Daytona 24 Hours (GTLM) 2016    BMW works driver IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship (2 podiums), 5th Nürburgring 24 Hours (GT3), Spa 24 Hours Blancpain Endurance Championship 2015    BMW works driver, 2nd Tudor United...
Mark Webber, Porsche driver, Silverstone 6h 2014 Born: 27th August 1976 Where: Queanbeyan, Australia Lives: Buckinghamshire, UK Height/weight: 1.83 m/76 kg Marital status: Partner Ann Neal Hobbies: Sports, mountain biking, flying helicopters It’s been two years now since Mark Webber has had a roof over his head. After 215 Formula...
This 1990 Porsche 964 Carrera Coupe underwent a meticulous two-year custom build with more than $622,000 invested, excluding the base car. The project included a complete drivetrain overhaul by Rothsport Racing, a bespoke interior by DJ Designs, and extensive modifications to the chassis and body. The car was refinished in...
Porsche decided to build the 1993 Carrera RS both to European spec and a limited number in compliance with US regulations. These US spec cars were assigned the name “RS America”. The intent was to create a basic lightweight, no frills 911 with minimal luxury options. In all, 701 cars...
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 the rear, the dual hump tonneau cover replaced the back seats, and to the driver’s right and left were roll-up windows. The...
Mecum Auctions’ Kissimmee 2023 is right around the corner and one of the main features is a 1959 Porsche 718 RSK Center Seat from the Rick Grant III Estate Collection. Kissimmee 2023 will be held from January 4-15, 2023 at the Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Florida. 1959 Porsche 718...
The power unit featured in the new Porsche 911 GT2 is a high-performance evolution version of the six-cylinder horizontally opposed engine first appearing in the 911 Turbo. The two turbochargers now have an even higher air throughput allowing an increase in charge pressure under full load to 2 bar. Output...
As the Porsche market continues its strong trajectory, RM Sotheby’s is thrilled to unveil “The White Collection” auction—a unique gathering of rare Porsche models, all wearing brilliant shades of white. The collection, set to go under the hammer on 1-2 December 2023, represents over a decade of dedicated collecting by...
The 918 served as a modern counterpart to the earlier 959, emphasizing new technology rather than a stripped-down driving experience. It combined a 4.6-liter V8 and electric motors for 887 horsepower, all driven through a seven-speed PDK gearbox, enabling 0 to 60 mph in under 2.5 seconds and a 211...
Porsche Carrera 4-cam 4-cylinder racing engine – © Franzis Verlag GmbH Last year we reviewed the Porsche 911 flat-six boxer engine scale model by Franzis, but this year, we have the grandfather of all Porsche racing engines…the Porsche Carrera race engine model. The Type 547 4-cam, 4-cylinder engine was the...
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...
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...
Background Porsche’s 918 Spyder was built as a technological showcase, blending high performance with hybrid efficiency. Porsche developed it to demonstrate advancements in hybrid powertrains while maintaining the performance expected from a flagship supercar. The car debuted in 2013, with production limited to 918 units. Porsche’s choice of using a...
Porsche – Graphisme 917 by Stéphane Coradi © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale Porsche Graphisme 917: This is Stéphane Coradi’s second publication in less than a year, the man is irrepressible. His enthusiasm for the Stuttgart marque knows no bounds, and combined with a unique artistic talent, this new book is quite...
1st Generation Porsche Cayenne (957) Story & History Cayenne (2007 – 2010) Unveil of official photos: 2006 December 4 / Premiere: 2007 January 8, press event before North American / International Auto Show in Detroit / Market launch: 2007 February 24 The 2007 model year was skipped for the Cayenne...
2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach
The Porsche 911 GT2 RS made its debut with the 997 generation in 2010 and received widespread acclaim. In 2018, the 991-generation GT2 RS was introduced, boasting 80 additional horsepower and 37 more pound-feet of torque compared to its predecessor. It’s capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in...
Officially licensed with the ACO, the organisers of the annual Le Mans 24 Hours race, this lavishly illustrated book is the seventh title in this decade-by-decade series. The series covers what has become the most important and celebrated endurance race on the international motorsport calendar, from its very beginning to...
Silverstone 6 Hours, 20 April 2014: The Porsche 919 Hybrid team, drivers and management pose for a family snap before the race In 2014, Porsche marched back into the top class of endurance racing, and announced that they were here to take the championship. Their new racer, the Porsche 919...
Shelby Cobra book
Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe: The autobiography of CSX2300 by Rinsey Mills – © Porter Press International Most motorsport enthusiasts are agreed on the fact that the 1960s was one of the most innovative and exciting decades of the twentieth century in motor racing. In fact, there was such diversity and...
2005 Porsche Carrera GT Nathan Leach-Proffer ©2023 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's
The Carrera GT, initially priced at $448,300 USD, has consistently appreciated in value since its debut. Similar to other contemporary classics and most Porsches in general, the prices for pre-owned rarities are steadily increasing, driven by a growing interest in cars that prioritize driving experience and purity—a quality the Carrera...
In an attempt to stimulate poor sales in a struggling U.S. economy, Porsche looked to replicate the success of their Carrera Cup Germany and Carrera Cup France race series, but this time on American soil. The formula was simple; build a fleet of identical racecars using the “Basic” version of...
In the waning years of the air-cooled Porsche era, RUF Automobile produced what many consider the ultimate expression of that lineage — the 1998 RUF Turbo R. Built on the bones of the Porsche 993 Turbo, this car was far more than a tuner’s project. It was a complete re-engineering...
Porsche Panamera 970.2 - The Story
1st Generation Porsche Panamera (970.2) Story & History Panamera (2014 – 2016) Official photos: 2013 April 3 / Premiere: 2013 April 20, Auto China press day / Market launch: 2013 July 27 (as 2014 model) Performance Data (1st Gen Panamera 970.2) 1st Generation Panamera Refresh & Update In May 2013...
2019 Porsche 911 Speedster
The 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster is the beneficiary of Stuttgart’s latest fixings, while also serving as a throwback to the Porsche 356 – the very first Speedster model. This schematic has forged a 911 with a silhouette based on the 4S Cabriolet body, carbon fiber bits borrowed off the 911...
The 991 Porsche Turbo is a practical and reliable daily driver with supercar performance. It’s certainly a car that many enthusiasts are longing for. These cars were exceptionally well-equipped out of the factory and all came with with Porsche’s PDK transmission, carbon ceramic brakes, and Sport Chrono package. It’s twin-turbocharged...
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...
Bring A Trailer is currently offering a 1977 Porsche 911S coupe that has been modified in RSR style from its previous ownership. During the process, the car was repainted in Ivory White and fitted with gold-finished bumpers, steel rear fender flares, 9Haus H4 headlights, Sebring-style mirrors, a sunroof, dual exhaust...