A journey back in time to 1999 begins with a roll-out on the Weissach Development Centre test track. The LMP 2000 was originally designed to take victory at the Le Mans 24. However, midway through the development, the company decided, for budgetary reasons, to discontinue the project after the car...
2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS
The 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is a brute, a lightweight, twin-turbocharged, 620-hp bout of madness that stemmed from Stuttgart’s quest to see how high up the sports-car ladder the 911 could punch. It was the most serious roadgoing Porsche ever at the time. The engine is a port-injected, 3.6-liter...
This 1991 RoW Porsche 964 Carrera 2 coupe, now offered on PCARMARKET, is the 33rd car fully reimagined as an “ST Backdate” by PS Automobile in Lippstadt, Germany. Their “964 ST Manufaktur” program begins with complete disassembly, followed by stripping the shell to bare metal, ice-blasting it, and hand-fitting steel...
The DLS is the ultimate expression of an air-cooled Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer. Project 73 is “third to last” Dynamics and Lightweighting Study (DLS) built by Singer and considered a more desirable late-production EVO example.  Painted in Fluid Silver with ghosted dark contrasting Porsche lettering in Earth Blue, Project...
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...
Collecting Cars is currently offering an impressive 24-car collection of rare exotics by a single owner which houses several Porsches. The auction will run until October 23, Sunday. 1995 Porsche 911 (993) Carrera – GT2 Tribute This 1995 Porsche 911 Carrera example has been cosmetically modified and given an upgrade...
The 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster, while sharing the Speedster name with previous generations that embodied minimalist sports car ideals, is a far more aggressive and high-performance machine. Limited to just 1,948 units, this special edition commemorates the year Porsche first began production in 1948. Unlike its predecessors, the 2019 Speedster...
The 1974 world premiere of the 911 Turbo at the Paris Motor Show caused a sensation. Half a century later, we return to a place that saw the dawning of a new era to tell a story of boldness, energy, and timeless elegance. The Champs-Élysées and the Élysée Palace are...
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...
Porsche 911 ST 2.5
Porsche 911 ST 2.5: Thomas Imhof, Jürgen Barth and Michael Keyser © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale It landed on my desk one day, unannounced and unexpected. The package was large and covered in stickers and labels, suggesting that there was something important contained within. Indeed, a frantic exercise followed to open...
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...
Richard Lietz, Porsche works driver, Le Mans 24H, 2016 Born: 17 December 1983 Where: Waidhofen, Austria Lives: Ybbsitz, Austria Marital status: Single Height/Weight: 1.83 m/73 kg Hobbies: Rallying, jogging, climbing, cycling Richard Lietz, a man for all seasons, and for all racing series. The Austrian celebrated the greatest success of...
The Porsche 918 Spyder combined a naturally aspirated 4.6-liter V8 engine with an electric powertrain, adding 280 horsepower from two electric motors, resulting in a total output that made it one of the fastest-accelerating production cars, reaching 0-60 mph in 2.2 seconds. Porsche enhanced handling with a four-wheel drive system,...
A remarkable and low mileage example of a Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport, number 98 out of a limited production run of 200, is set to be auctioned by Broad Arrow Auctions later this week. Introduced alongside the 992-generation 911 at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 911 GT2...
Le Mans 24 Hours, 31 May-1 June 1986: Start of the race – Porsches dominate the lead group In Part 1, Stories from Le Mans – with a Porsche flavour, our intrepid scribbler who hails from that beautiful part of South Africa, the Western Cape, shares with us some hilarious...
Commissioned in 2017 by longtime client Scott Blattner, Singer’s Dynamics and Lightweight Study (DLS) aimed to push the 964-generation Porsche 911 to its limits using advanced lightweight materials. Partnering with Williams Advanced Engineering, the project drew on Formula One expertise in aerodynamics, vehicle dynamics, and materials. Only 75 units were...
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,...
Classic Car Auction Yearbook 2016-2017 front cover – © Classic Car Auction Yearbook/ Historica Selecta The 22nd edition of the Classic Car Auction Yearbook 2016-2017 (covering the 24th season of auctions), can comfortably be regarded as one of the most complete and authoritative publications of its kind available. Classic Car...
For many, the F-Series 911 sportscar is the purest form of Porsche’s iconic rear-engine sportscar. One such example, the 1973 Porsche 911S Targa, marks the end of the long-hood era before major safety and emissions changes reshaped the 911. Equipped with a 2.4-liter flat-six engine producing 190 horsepower, it offered...
There are currently two notable Porsche 911s being offered on Bring a Trailer: a 1965 Porsche 911 and a 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet 6-Speed. 1965 Porsche 911 The 1965 Porsche 911 was built on April 7, 1965 and was subsequently delivered to Competition Motors in Culver City, California. Acquired...
For the 993 generation, Porsche blended the classic 911 silhouette and its air-cooled flat-six with contemporary advancements such as all-wheel drive and electronic engine management, creating a bridge between tradition and modernity. Introduced in 1995, the 993 Turbo sat at the top of the range. Its twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter flat-six delivered...
The history of American sports car racing is rife with talented individuals that raced at the highest levels of national and international competition, yet have been largely unrecognized by history. Californian Dave Jordan is one such driver whose decade-long career includes successes in production cars, international endurance racing, and Formula...
Lined up in the pit lane before the 1994 Le Mans 24-Hours, is from the left: #36 962 Dauer Le Mans GT driven by Mauri Baldi, Yannick Dalmas and Hurley Haywood; centre is the street-legal 962 Dauer with rather appropriate Boeblingen region (Weissach) registration plate ‘P 962’; on the right...
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...
Don’t Wait for the New GT3 Just a little bit ago, I published a story about the new GT3 from Porsche, but the simple fact of the matter is that you can buy a really great GT3 right now. This particular 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 is currently for sale on...
There are three very interesting low-mileage Porsches currently on offer at Bring a Trailer: 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS, a 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach, and a 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe. 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS The RS was developed as a track-focused version of the GT3....
When Porsche wanted to build a 911 2.7 RS for the 1980’s, it came up with the Carrera 3.2 Club Sport, a car which much like an RS has gone on to become a sought-after classic. In common with its RS predecessor, the key to the Club Sport is weight,...
Kremer Porsche 935 K3 – chassis #930 890 0021 The Porsche 935 was the Stuttgart manufacturer’s answer to the FIA’s Group 5 class regulations, making it eligible for the World Championship of Makes. The first Porsche car in this so-called ‘Silhouette’ series, was introduced for the start of the 1976...
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...
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...
2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic
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...
Two Exclusive Calendars for Porsche Enthusiasts Stuttcars is proud to unveil two must-have calendars for 2025: the Production Car Calendar and the Motorsport Calendar. Each calendar is a tribute to Porsche’s unparalleled legacy, offering enthusiasts a unique way to celebrate their passion every day of the year. Buy Here –...
The PFM 3200-powered Mooney is legendary among aviators. They all want this ‘Porsche of the skies’ – and today there are only five that are airworthy anywhere in the world. We had the extraordinary opportunity to take a ride in one. Oh, the boxer engine note is unmistakable. But what...
Issimi is currently offering two Porsche Racing Prototypes; an extensively campaigned 2007 Porsche RS Spyder and a highly desirable and extensive documented 1967 Porsche 910. 2007 Porsche RS Spyder The RS Spyder is the first racing prototype since the 1998 Le Mans winning GT1. Similar to its predecessors, it was...
This 1979 Porsche 911SC has received some modifications, such as adding IROC/RS body styling, an upgraded suspension, custom interior, gold Fuchs wheels, and a 3.2-liter Carrera engine with performance enhancements. After its completion in 2016, the current owner had it repainted in matte silver, installed new interior pieces, and recently...
Listed for sale on Bring A Trailer is a low mileage 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS, equipped with factory 20″ and 21″ magnesium center-lock wheels and the coveted $18,000 Weissach Package. This package further reduces weight with carbon-fiber components for the roof panel and anti-roll bars. Introduced at the 2017...
The Carrera GT production car was unveiled in March 2003 at the Geneva motor show in Switzerland. Following great sales success, the target was raised from 1000 to 1500 cars, but finally 1270 Carrera GT supercars were produced. The cars were made between September 2003 and April 2006. In 2 years...
Since 1951, Porsche has established an unrivaled dominance as overall champions at the 24 Hours of Le Mans (19 wins), 12 Hours of Sebring (18 wins), 24 Hours of Daytona (18 wins), and Targa Florio (11 wins)—to say nothing of the 100-plus class victories which Porsche entries have secured in...
Rothmans Porsche 962C (chassis #006) 1987 Le Mans 24 Hour winner photographed at Porsche Museum in Stuttgart, May 2017 The Porsche 956 and its successor the 962, are widely and justifiably regarded as the most successful sports racing prototypes of their era, and quite possibly ever. Over a period of...
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...
In 2018, Porsche introduced the facelifted 991.2 version of the 911 GT3 RS. This updated model featured redesigned aerodynamic bodywork and suspension. The bodywork, which draws inspiration from the 911 Turbo, includes integrated side air intakes, an aerodynamic front bumper, vented front fenders, a NACA-ducted hood, side skirts, a rear...
Tailored for sporting responsiveness and athletic style, Porsche is expanding the choice of its two-seat mid-engined sports cars with the introduction of the 718 Cayman GTS. In true Porsche GTS spirit, the output of the 2.5-litre, four-cylinder flat ‘boxer’ engine has been increased to 365bhp courtesy of a new intake...
Peter Gregg and Hurley Haywood won the 24 Hours of Daytona on 3/4 February 1973 driving this 911 Carrera RSR 2.8 Peter Gregg was the IMSA driver every one strived to beat. He started in the early ‘70s with Porsches and had done very well. He won the first championship...
In 1997, Porsche produced a limited factory-production run of what is the last air-cooled 911 Turbo, the 993 Turbo S. All 993 Turbo S were fitted with most Turbo options as standard and also came standard with Aerokit II front and rear spoilers, unique side air ducts and front air...
This 1957 Porsche 356 A Carrera GT/GT Lightweight Coupe (chassis 100913), offered by Broad Arrow Private Sales, is one of just 26 factory-built competition models produced that year—making it one of the rarest and most authentic racing Porsches of its time. Delivered new to Hoffman Motors in New York on...
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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,...
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...
Porsche online experience marketing
If Porsche is anything, they are expert marketers. Think about it, they have not put out a dedicated ad for their cars in nearly 15 years. We’re talking about no TV commercials, no full page ad in the newspaper, no double page splash in a magazine… nothing. Yet, they are...
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...
Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser, Head of Porsche Motorsport (Le Mans 2016) Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser joined Porsche as a mechanical engineering student in 1995. With a doctoral degree in mechanical engineering specialising in combustion engines and technology management, Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser held the position of General Manager of Motorsport Strategies at Porsche...
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...
Collecting Cars is proud to present a low mileage example of a 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS that also comes with the optional Weissach Package. This car is finished in the ever gorgeous Racing Yellow paintwork while sporting a black leather interior inside with grey Race-Tex seat inserts, white...
Invitation to race from Charles Faroux Charles Faroux was a car enthusiast, a racing official, a leading French motor-publication editor at La Vie Automobile and a charmer. Europe’s major automobile manufacturers entrusted their engineering secrets and newest models to him in hopes of a favorable review. Everyone respected his opinions....
Up For Grabs: 50k-Mile 1988 Porsche 944 S
In 1987 Porsche debuted the 944 S, the “S” standing for “Super”. It looked sportier than its non-S version and had substantial modifications to both the interior and the engine and offered more performance to Porsche customers. Generally the 944 S was a higher performance version of the stock 944....
2019 Porsche 911 Speedster Robin Adams ©2023 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's
The 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster inherits the latest enhancements from Stuttgart while paying homage to the original Speedster model, the Porsche 356. Utilizing the 4S Cabriolet body silhouette, carbon fiber components from the 911 R, and front and rear bumpers from the GT3 Touring, the Speedster brings a unique touch....
Highlights 962-010’: the very last works chassis to be used by the factory team Driven to 2nd place at Le Mans by Derek Bell, Hans Stuck and Klaus Ludwig Impeccable ownership history since sale by Porsche in 1989 Amazing time capsule condition, untouched since her last race Background Few cars...
When discussing breakthroughs in sportscar technology, the Porsche 959 merits its own chapter, if not a book. Introduced in the mid-1980s, this genuine supercar emerged as a spearhead of innovation, vastly surpassing the technology Porsche had developed to date. While the standard 911 was not short on performance or prestige,...
The 7-figure 911 will solve all of life’s problems Many of us, including myself, continue to watch in disbelief as the market for custom-built 911 continues to grow. Years ago I submitted a letter to Road & Track which was published (unfortunately). In detail, I shot down the Singer when...
“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...
To date, 27 different variants make up the current generation of the 911 model line-up. Chatting to its developers at a ‘speed dating’ event made one thing clear above all: each Porsche 911 has its own story. Chaos is the enemy of the engineer. Perhaps that would explain why there...
Porsche: The Carrera Dynasty by Glen Smale © Glen Smale A Spanish noun, ‘carrera’ can mean road, track or race and since the 1970s ‘Carrera’ has been a model name synonymous with Porsche. In fact, and as the author explains, Porsche had been using the name ‘Carrera’ since 1954 to...