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FOR SALE: A Canepa-Enhanced Porsche 959 at Auction

First unveiled as the Gruppe B Concept at the 1983 Frankfurt Auto Show and entering production in 1985, the 959 redefined the limits of performance and technology, earning its place alongside icons such as the Ferrari F40 and Lamborghini Countach. One of only 292 examples built, this 1988 Porsche 959...

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SportErfolge

SportErfolge: by Tony Adriaensens – page photographs by © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale Simply titled, SportErfolge (English: Success in Sport), this book came my way quite by surprise. It is not a book I knew anything about until I spotted it on the internet, and decided to look for a copy....

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FOR SALE: 1966 Porsche 910-001

Background From its inception in 1948, Porsche has continued to signify excellence in all aspects of the design and engineering of its automobiles. Racing success was immediate, with early victories scored in circuit races, hill climbs, and rallies across Europe, including an electrifying class win at the 1951 edition of...

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FOR SALE: Brooklyn Commission By Gunter Werks Heading For Auction

While many have modified the 911 over time, Gunther Werks stands apart, envisioning a scenario where Porsche continued refining the 993 with modern materials and engineering. Leveraging CEO Peter Nam’s expertise in composites and engineering, the company embarked on a mission to reimagine the 993. Starting with a standard 993...

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FOR SALE: 2025 RUF SCR

This 2025 RUF SCR is an ultra-exclusive, custom-built supercar scheduled for auction at the 2026 Porsche Air|Water Auction in partnership with Broad Arrow Auctions, with an estimated value of $1.9 million to $2.3 million. Delivered in March 2025 and driven just 217 miles, it remains in near-new condition. Each SCR...

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Ultra-Rare Gemballa Mirage GT Based on Porsche Carrera GT Heads to Auction

Few vehicles occupy the same rarefied space as the Gemballa Mirage GT, and this exceptional example is set to cross the block at Mecum’s Monterey Auction on August 15. Built from Porsche’s legendary Carrera GT, the Mirage GT represents Gemballa’s uncompromising vision of what the V-10 supercar could become when...

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FOR SALE: 2016 Porsche 911 R With Only 685 Miles

This particular 2016 Porsche 911 R currently listed on Bring A Trailer is #703 of 991 examples made during one-year production run. What makes this example unique is its incredibly low mileage which is only 685 miles, making it almost-new. The 911 R was created as a limited-production variation, with...

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FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring

Bring A Trailer is currently offering a superb and low mileage example of a 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring. This 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring is a truly unique thanks to its stunning finish of paint-to-sample Voodoo Blue over an Exclusive Manufaktur leather interior upholstered in Chalk and black leather...

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FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 Manthey Racing Package

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...

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FOR SALE: 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS

The 996-generation GT3 RS wasn’t available in the U.S., but that changed with the 997-generation. The standard 997 GT3 made its debut at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show, and shortly after, the GT3 RS entered production in 2007. This model became highly sought after globally, competing with the likes of...

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FOR SALE: 1991 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 “Madster RT”

The Madster RT is a remarkable European-market 1991 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 that underwent a complete restoration and customization by Madster Speed Services in the Netherlands. With meticulous attention to detail, this one-of-a-kind creation boasts widened steel bodywork, including a backdated nose section, and numerous custom-designed components developed in-house by...

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Porsche Celebrates 75 Years Of Chasing Goals And Fulfilling Dreams

Porsche Celebrates 75 Years It’s a big year for Porsche as the famed manufacturer celebrates 75 years of engineering excellence and constantly pushing boundaries. To kick off the celebrations, the marque has released a short video to highlight what makes the brand so successful – the desire to follow dreams...

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FOR SALE: Porsche from ‘Bad Boys’ Movie fetches $1.4 Million at Auction

Porsches are, by nature, expensive cars. Still, it’s hard not to notice when one sells for over a million dollars, auction or not. The vehicle in question is a 964-generation 911 Turbo, produced for only the 1993 and 1994 model years. At an auction organized by Mecum, the car fetched...

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Porsche Type 64 – A Star is Born

Engineering drawing of the Porsche Type 64 (16 September 1938). Note the provision for two spare wheels in the front luggage compartment Often overlooked, the Porsche Type 64 holds a significant place in the history of Porsche sports cars. Great strides were taken in motor car performance during the 1920s...

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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)...

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The Ever-desirable Porsche 993

Sometimes there is a consensus that a particular design looks ‘just right.’ That description certainly applies to the 993, which is perhaps today revered more than any other 911. But its styling and the fact that it was the last of the air-cooled 911s do not entirely account for its...

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FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster Heritage Design

Since Porsche first used the Speedster name in 1954, it has represented some of the marque’s most desirable road cars. The latest iteration, based on the 991 generation, arrived in 2019 with a limited run of 1,948 units—paying tribute to the year Porsche began production. This example, listed on Bring...

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Porsche 917 Driving Impressions

The Porsche 917 – What They Said We found some great interviews from back in the day on what drivers thought about driving the mighty 917. Below we took excerpts and quotes from the drivers who were brave enough to drive the Porsche 917. Brian Redman The below appeared in...

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Porsche 944 Racing Series – The Porsche 944 Turbo Cup

The Porsche 944 Turbo Cup For 1986, Porsche 944 Turbo Cup series was created in Germany and 944 Challenge in Canada. These were the first Porsche one model racing series (predecessors of the later 911 racing series). The 944 Turbo Cup in Germany was held during the ADAC Würth Supercup...

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FOR SALE: Iconic Porsche 550 RS Spyder Hits the Market

The Porsche 550 was the brand’s first production racing car, designed to be both street legal and track-ready, allowing drivers to race and then drive it home. A unique engine, developed by Ernst Fuhrmann, powered the 550. This flat DOHC engine had four overhead camshafts, similar to the Porsche Type...

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FOR SALE: Reimagined Porsche 959 SC by Canepa Up For Grabs

The Porsche 959 was the company’s first true supercar and was the fastest road car of its time, with groundbreaking technology far ahead of its rivals. It featured a powerful engine inspired by Porsche’s racing prototypes, a lightweight composite chassis, adjustable suspension, advanced all-wheel drive, ABS brakes, run-flat tires, and...

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Working for Porsche in Stuttgart in the 1960s Part II

An early 901 prototype from the pre-production series (1964), still without its decorative strip under the door and with a round fuel cap – later this was an oval shape Between the years 1962-1964, South African André Loubser worked for Porsche in Stuttgart. In Part I of this two-part mini-series,...

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Porsches at 2024 HSR Classic 6 Hours of The Glen

Photos by Chuck Andersen. The 2024 HSR Classic 6 Hours of The Glen was a thrilling spectacle at the historic Watkins Glen International circuit. This year’s event featured a s bevy of competing Porsches including a 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS, 718 GT4, Porsche 997.1 Cup, Porsche 356B, and many...

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Porsche Profiles: Ken Ellaway 1974 914/6 Restomod Build

Let’s face it, the Porsche 914 was not the most iconic of sports cars in the storied history of the brand. A joint collaboration between VW and Porsche, it was designed to be both the entry level car for Porsche, as well as a sports car for VW that would...

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FOR SALE: 1988 PORSCHE 930 TURBO SLANTNOSE

Saturday, January 14th, 2023, Mecum Auctions will be offering a 1988 PORSCHE 930 TURBO with the iconic slant nose option. One of only 145 factory Code M505 Flachbau Slantnose coupes imported into the U.S., this 1988 Porsche 930 registers only 65,830 miles on the odometer. Presented in Grand Prix White...

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FOR SALE: 2025 Porsche 911 (992) S/T

Marking six decades of the Porsche 911, the 992-generation Porsche 911 S/T was designed with one goal in mind—pure driving enjoyment. It pairs the high-revving 4.0-liter flat-six from the GT3 RS with a six-speed manual gearbox and lightweight construction for an engaging experience. Built on the foundation of the 911...

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The Last-Minute Crisis That Named an Icon

Black and white photo of a Porsche Prototype 901-1 from 1964

In early October 1964, Porsche’s management team received an unexpected letter from France. Peugeot claimed trademark rights to all three-digit car names with a zero in the middle. Production of the new 901 had already begun on September 14. Marketing materials were printed. Exhibition vehicles were on display. The company...

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FOR SALE: Custom Built 1985 Porsche 930 Turbo Slant Nose For Sale!

Our friends from PCarMarket is currently offering this 1985 Porsche 930 Turbo Slant Nose “Special Wishes” for sale with approximately 84,100 miles shown on its odometer. This particular Porsche 911 Turbo was custom built by Porsche’s Sonderwunsche Special Wishes department and was subsequently moved to Werk 1 in January of...

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FOR SALE: 1988 Porsche 959 Komfort To Be Auctioned by Bonhams

Bonhams is scheduled to auction a 1988 Porsche 959 Komfort formerly owned by ex-Formula 1 driver Eddie Irvine. This 959 will be available for bidding on Bonhams’ Miami auction this coming May 4 and is valued at $1,750,000 – US$2,000,000 USD. Porsche’s groundbreaking Type 959 is the company’s first supercar. It emerged...

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FOR SALE: Low-Mileage Porsche 911s On Offer

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....

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FOR SALE: Low-Mileage 2019 Porsche 991.2 Carrera Is Available For The Taking

Our guys from PCARMARKET is currently offering a gorgeous white 2019 Porsche 991.2 Carrera Coupe equipped with a 3.0L twin-turbocharged flat-six engine that sends as much as 370 HP and 331 lb.-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a 7-speed dual-clutch PDK transmission. Pushing it to go 0-60 mph...

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FOR SALE: 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Cup 3.8 RSR

Porsche produced just 45 examples of the 993-based 3.8 RSR between 1996 and 1998 for IMSA and international GT competition. One of these rare cars is now listed on Bring a Trailer, and its RSR specification makes it eligible for a range of popular historic racing series. Chassis 98077 was...

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FOR SALE: 1966 Porsche 906

Few race cars have left as lasting an impact as the 1966 Porsche 906, also known as the Carrera 6. Built as Porsche’s answer to the competitive world of endurance racing, the 906 combined lightweight engineering, aerodynamic efficiency, and pure performance, making it a dominant force on the track. Today,...

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FOR SALE: 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS Touring Coupé

Revealed at the 1972 Paris Auto Show, the Carrera 2.7 RS was a special model used to homologate the 911 in Group 4 racing. Developed from the 911S, the 2.7 was more potent in almost every area. Compared to the standard Carrera, the car featured a 2.7-litre, fuel-injected, air-cooled, six-cylinder...

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992 GT3 Test Drive at Area 27 Motorsports Park

I recently completed a back-to-back track day event at Area 27 Motorsports Park a couple of weeks ago. There was a fine sampling of Porsche sports cars being purposefully piloted by some amazing drivers on the circuit over both days. It has been a good 3 years since I’ve visited...

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How Porsche Is Redefining Sports Cars For A New Era

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...

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Book Review: Porsche 911 R

Porsche 911R book plus slip case (English) by Christoph Mäder, Thomas Gruber and Georg Konradsheim A large package landed on my desk just before Christmas, and being weightier than normal my interest was aroused, so I immediately tackled the packaging to reveal the contents. It was the latest offering from...

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FOR SALE: 1964 Porsche 904 Carrera GTS

Highlights The ex-Scuderia Filipinetti Porsche 904 GTS, Chassis 079 4th in class at Le Mans 1964 with Herbert Müller and Claude Sage Fully documented history, including 25-year custodianship by Porsche Museum Proven historic racer, appearances at Goodwood, Le Mans Classic and Silverstone Classic Background While the 550 Spyder and 718...

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FOR SALE: 960 Porsche 356B Super 90 Roadster

The Auburn Auction, hosted by from September 1 to 3, 2022, is just over a week away, and a lot of high-quality classic cars have already been listed, with more added each day. Some of these classics have come from Stuttgart, with everything from a 2016 911 R to a...

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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...

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FOR SALE: How Much Do You Think This Ultra-Rare Porsche 935 Will Sell?

The latest version of the Porsche 935 made its official debut in the fall of 2018 at the Laguna Seca Raceway in California during the Rennsport Reunion VI. This unveiling was timed to celebrate Porsche’s 70th anniversary and pays homage to the original 935 race car, which played a significant...

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FOR SALE: Gorgeous 2014 Porsche 911 (991) GT3

The fifth generation of the 911 GT3, was essentially a complete new development. Boxer engine and transmission, as well as body and chassis are completely new and constitute a further development of the 911 GT3 concept with an impressive performance leap. The new 991 GT3 kept all the successful properties...

Motorsport & Racing

Porsche & Indy – The Tale of Two Worlds (Part 1)

Between 1987 and 1990, Porsche forged a remarkable path in American motorsports, with one of its most memorable moments being the team’s short-lived, yet intense, stint in CART/IndyCar. Join us in the first part about the story of this adventure, as the Zuffenhausen-based company tried to establish itself in the...

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FOR SALE: 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 3.8

This rare Porsche 911 Type 964 variant, the Carrera RS 3.8 which is currently offered for sale on Bring A Trailer, was produced in very limited numbers, with only 55 units built towards the end of the 964’s production. Based on the Carrera Cup race car, the RS 3.8 featured...

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History and future of the Porsche 911

In the beginning… The engine of the Porsche 911 has come a long way over the past 60 years, now with four times the power from twice the displacement. Its drive technology has continued to develop, but the fundamental concept has remained unchanged—whether naturally aspirated, as a turbo, or in...

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Porsche 935/78 Moby Dick – A Legend in its own Time

Porsche 935-78 Moby Dick (chassis 935/78.006 ), photographed at the Porsche Warehouse in May 2017 Group 5 rules offered manufacturers a great deal of freedom to modify their cars in the Silhouette class. At Porsche, Norbert Singer pushed the rules to the limit, and gave us the Porsche 935/78 Moby...

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The rise of the Porsche 911 Carrera RSR Turbo

1974 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR Turbo 2.1 (chassis #911 460 9101) photographed at the Porsche Museum, Stuttgart, Germany, May 2019 The year 1974 will be remembered for many different reasons, depending on where you were living in the world at the time and what caught your eye. For instance, Richard...

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FOR SALE: 1957 Porsche 356A 1500 Carrera GT Coachwork by Reutter

Set to cross the auction block at Bonhams on May 31 with an estimated value reaching $700,000, this 1957 Porsche 356A 1500 Carrera GT by Reutter is one of the most historically significant and competition-oriented early Porsche road cars. Finished in its rare, factory-correct Aquamarine Blue paint over black leatherette...

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To Protect and Serve – Porsche Police Cars (I)

The first experiment As in many parts of the world, the German police system is decentralized, with each state responsible for administering its own civil-military security force. This organization, which allows a certain degree of freedom in structuring forces according to the needs of each German federal unit, would prove...

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Unique “Sonderwunsch” 911 Turbo S

To provide customers with support in developing their ideas for their own personal dream car, Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur has configured a 911 Turbo S as an example of Sonderwunsch Factory Commissioning. The vehicle made its most recent appearance at the Fuori Concorso. In keeping with this year’s motto “British racing...

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...

Events

On-Scene Coverage at Estoril Classics 2025

The Autodromo do Estoril hosts the finale of the 2025 Peter Auto season, with a strong Porsche representation. Undoubtedly the finest historic racing series in Europe, the Peter Auto events cater perfectly to the ever growing array of historic Porsches racing in Europe. From the early 356s and 911s through...

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FOR SALE: 1991 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Coupe by Singer

Dubbed the “Lonestar” commission, this 1991 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 coupe—now listed on Bring a Trailer—has been extensively reimagined by Singer Vehicle Design. It wears a paint-to-sample Dom Pérignon finish, accented by a centrally mounted external fuel filler on the hood, a separate oil filler on the right-rear quarter, Touring...

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FOR SALE: 1995 Porsche 911 Speedster Remastered by Gunther Werks

This 1995 Porsche 911 Speedster Remastered by Gunther Werks, known as the “Buenos Aires Commission,” is one of just 25 Speedsters built and had only 13 miles at the time of cataloguing. Finished in black over black with bronze center-lock wheels and subtle Porsche graphics, it is estimated at $1,000,000–$1,300,000...

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VIDEO: The Iconic Porsche 2.7 RS

It was the first motorsport team-designed consumer grade car, first 911 with a staggered stance, and first factory-installed fixed wing. TheSmokingTire from YouTube discusses why the Porsche 2.7 RS is so successful and how it influenced future Porsche cars....

Buyers Guides

Guide: Insuring Your Classic Porsche

Classic cars evoke feelings of nostalgia that their modern counterparts – with all the technological wizardry onboard – cannot match. This is even more so if the classic is from a brand like Porsche, with such a rich and storied history. People will regularly pay six-to-seven figure sums to own...

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Porsche 911 GT3 (991 & 992) – Ultimate Buyer’s Guide

Porsche 911 GT3 991 & 992 parked next to each other

Porsche 911 GT3 Buyer’s Guide (991 & 992) Over the past 2 decades, the Porsche 911 GT3 models—and their variants, such as the RS and Speedster—have gone on to establish a reputation as the world’s quintessential sportscars. The lengths to which the GT3 has blurred the lines between street car...

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Porsche Icons on the Move: Copperstate 1000 Blends History, Horsepower, and High Desert Roads

Photography by Howard Koby. Porsche History Comes Alive on the Open Road The Copperstate 1000 isn’t just a rally. It’s a celebration of rolling heritage. Held from April 5 to 9, 2025, this year’s edition welcomed more than 85 pre-1973 vehicles to the Arizona desert. Many of them proudly wore...

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FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0

Essentially a liaison Boxster version situated between the 718 Boxster GTS and the hardcore 718 Spyder, the Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 offers a mix between the comfort and features found on the regular GTS and a detuned version of the engine found in the Spyder. Alongside its hardtop Cayman...

Book Reviews

Ferrari 333 SP

Ferrari 333 SP – A Pictorial History 1993-2003: by Terry O’Neil © Dalton Watson Fine Books I first caught sight of the Ferrari 333 SP at Kyalami in Johannesburg, South Africa, in December 1998. It was hot, as Johannesburg is at that time of the year, but the track action...

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FOR SALE: 2024 Porsche 911 S/T Up for Grabs

Porsche created the 2024 911 S/T as a limited-edition model celebrating the 60th anniversary of the original 911. Listed for sale on Bring a Trailer with just 1,900 miles, this car is #290 of 1,963 examples built, the production number referencing the 911’s debut year. Unlike track-focused variants, the S/T...

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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,...

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Classic Car Auction Yearbook 2016-2017 Edition

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...

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Discover these 10 ‘Non-Porsche’ Cars Infused with Porsche DNA

Collaborations within the automotive industry are not as uncommon as you might expect, especially given how competitive it can get within the segment. These arrangements can range from supplying a few parts to entering into full-on partnerships to develop new models. The situation is the same for even high-end performance...

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FOR SALE: 2022 Porsche 911 GT3

Available for purchase on PCARMARKET is a truly unique 2022 Porsche 911 GT3, specially ordered through Porsche’s Sonderwunsch program. This Porsche 992 GT3 showcases a Paint To Sample Linden Green exterior, paired with an interior of Black leather and Race-Tex, featuring striking GT Silver deviated stitching. The choice of Paint...

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FOR SALE: Ultra-Rare 1992 Porsche 964 Turbo S Leichtbau Up For Grabs

In 1992, Porsche introduced the limited-edition 964 Turbo S Leichtbau, designed to be lighter and more powerful than the standard Turbo. Initially, 25–50 units were planned, later increased to 80, with final production totaling 86. The upgraded engine delivered 381bhp, thanks to revised camshafts, intake ducts, increased boost pressure, and...

People & Profiles

Sir Stirling Craufurd Moss OBE 1929-2020

Sir Stirling sits back and relaxes at the 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed after being interviewed by the author It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Stirling Moss over the Easter weekend. He died on 12 April 2020 in Mayfair, London, England at the age...

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The Dauer Deception

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...

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FOR SALE: Limited-Edition Porsche 935 Heads to Auction

In 2018, at the sixth Rennsport Reunion hosted at Laguna Seca Raceway, Porsche unveiled a tribute to the iconic 1979 935 Longtail, fondly known as “Moby Dick.” Honoring Porsche’s 70th anniversary, the revived 935 debuted as an exclusive track day special based on the 991.2 911 GT2 RS Clubsport. Embracing...

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FOR SALE: This 37K-Mileage 1958 Porsche 356A Speedster Could Be Yours!

The Porsche 356A Speedster is a beautiful car and an important part of Porsche’s long motoring history. There’s a 1958 version of the car for sale at Bring A Trailer right now. This Porsche has remained under the ownership of a single family from 1967 to 2022 and joined the 1987 La Carrera...

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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...

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FOR SALE: 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach Pack

The debut of the Porsche 911 GT2 RS took place during the 997 generation in 2010 and received exceptional acclaim. In 2018, the 991-generation GT2 RS was introduced, surpassing its predecessor with an additional 80 horsepower and 37 pound-feet of torque. These enhancements enable the car to achieve an astonishing...

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FOR SALE: 1969 Porsche 908/02 “Flunder”

This Porsche 908/02 Flunder Spyder is one of the most extensively raced examples of one of Porsche’s most successful sports racing cars ever. In its inaugural season, chassis 908/02-018 was victorious with works pairing Jo Siffert and Brian Redman at the 1969 Watkins Glen 6 Hours – competing prolifically in...

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FOR SALE: Singer 911 sells for $935,000

Background Singer bills its Porsche creations not simply as restorations, but as cars that are “Reimagined by Singer,” with modern upgrades and custom detailing. They meld Porsche styling cues from different generations to create cars with a distinct aesthetic. The company defines its mission as “A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence,”...

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2022 ünStock: Sacrilege turns Stardom

Porsche Carrera rear wheel at Unstock 2022

Stock or UnStock? Southern California’s air-cooled Porsche culture is undoubtedly home to faithful enthusiasts who believe Porsche’s legendary sports car, the 911, is the ultimate canvas to build the “perfect” sports car. While too much ego in customizing can lead to an ugly duck (and bankruptcy), novel and tasteful modifications...

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FOR SALE: One-of-a-Kind 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder at RM Sotheby’s

This rare and stunning 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder with the ultra-desirable Weissach Package is set to make waves at RM Sotheby’s Miami auction in late February. This specific example, one of only a handful featuring the Salzburg livery in white rather than the traditional red, is estimated to sell for...

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Porsche 911 S Reviewed (Classic Stars)

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FOR SALE: Orange 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS With 15K Miles Now Up For Auction

Although the 996-generation GT3 RS didn’t came to the US, that completely changed when the 997-generation was introduced. Production of the GT3 RS started in 2007, and it quickly became a must-have model and established itself as a direct competitor to Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale and Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera. The...

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FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 935

The 991.2-based Porsche 935 is one of the most dramatic and exclusive track-only models ever to leave Weissach. Built to celebrate Porsche’s 70th Anniversary and the 40th Anniversary of the legendary 935/78 “Moby Dick”, it was unveiled at Rennsport Reunion VI at Laguna Seca as a modern tribute to that...

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Porsche 911: 60 Years of Motorsport

The Porsche 901/911 "R1" in action in Monte-Carlo, 1965. This would be the car that would give rise to the entire 911 lineage in motorsports. Credits: Porsche AG

Reproduced with permission from SportsCarDigest. Every legend has its debut day: this was the case of the Porsche 911, which, in 1965, had its baptism of fire in the feared Monte-Carlo Rally. This was the first chapter in the victorious path of the 911, an adventure marked by great challenges...

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Dick Barbour Racing – Daytona 24 Hours 1979

The Dick Barbour 934.5 on the grid at Mexico Trans-AM

The 1979 Sports Car season at Dick Barbour Racing would once again start with probably the toughest race, the Daytona 24 hours. In late 1978 we had just sent the Team’s Porsche 934 1/2 down to Mexico City for the Trans Am race in November of 1978. Janet Guthrie had...

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FOR SALE: 2016 Porsche 911R

The 2016 Porsche 911 R, despite its limited production, quickly gained popularity among dedicated Porsche collectors and automotive enthusiasts worldwide. Porsche designed this car to deliver an exhilarating driving experience. The 911 R is a limited-production variant, inspired by the 1967 homologation special of the same name. Its design incorporates...

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FOR SALE: Porsche 911s On Offer

Bring a Trailer is currently offering two very interesting Porsche 911s, a 1991 Porsche 911 Turbo and a low-mileage 1994 Porsche 911 Turbo S which is also offered at No Reserve. 1991 Porsche 911 Turbo This 1991 Porsche 911 Turbo example was delivered new to Pioneer Centres San Diego in...

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FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster

The 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster inherits Stuttgart’s latest advancements while paying homage to the original Porsche 356 Speedster. This design combines elements from the 4S Cabriolet body, carbon fiber components from the 911 R, and front and rear bumpers from the GT3 Touring, creating a unique 911 silhouette. Notably, the...

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FOR SALE: 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Lists for $2.8 !!!

The Porsche 918 Spyder was conceived with a fairly blunt mission: build the super sports car “for the next decade,” then use it as a rolling blueprint for what Porsche’s future could be when electrification wasn’t an enemy of speed. Porsche developed the car “from the ground up as a...

People & Profiles

‘Quick Vic’ – Looking Back

Words by Glen Smale / Images by Glen Smale & Corporate Archives Porsche AG The motorsport world woke up on Monday this week to learn of the passing of one of the sport’s greatest drivers. Vic Elford, or ‘Quick Vic’ as he was affectionately known, passed away on Sunday 13...

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Porsche Takes Three To Four Years Just To Approve New Exterior Colour Options For Its Cars

These days, buying a premium car is a big deal. Porsche knows that only too well and has gone to extreme lengths to ensure that every customer can personalize their vehicle during the configuration process. Through its Exclusive Manufaktur program, the carmaker serves up a seemingly endless list of options...

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A Tribute to the Porsche Taycan

Departing chief Matthias Müller left behind a philosophy for Porsche—and more. At September 2015’s Frankfurt Show he unveiled a shock surprise, a new and gorgeous concept car. Dubbed the Mission E, it was conceived as an all-electric four-passenger, four-door sports car completely reliant on electric power. Developed under R&D chief...

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The Porsche 968 Story

Porsche 968 History & Story The Porsche 944 S3 The successor to the Porsche 944 S2 was called 944 S3. The very good looking and ergonomic interior was already near perfect, so there were no plans to change that. The plan was to revamp the exterior design – to update...

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FOR SALE: 2016 Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport

The 981-generation Cayman GT4 Clubsport marked Porsche’s serious expansion into customer GT4 racing. Built as a factory track-only car, it combined components from the 911 GT3 program with the mid-engine Cayman platform to create a purpose-built competition chassis. This example stands out for its documented race history and continued development...

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FOR SALE: Gemballa-Modified 1996 Porsche 993 Turbo

PCARMARKET is giving you the opportunity to acquire one of the last air-cooled 911 that boasts superb drivability and stunning looks: a 1996 Porsche 993 Turbo. The 993 Turbo was available between late 1995 to 1998. Powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.6 liter flat six, it was rated at 402-horsepower. It’s...

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FOR SALE: 2022 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport 25 “Manthey Racing”

Porsche Motorsport celebrated the 25th anniversary of Manthey-Racing GmbH with a remarkable special edition model known as the 911 GT2 RS Clubsport 25. Limited to just 30 units, this exclusive car was a joint effort between Porsche and Manthey, specifically designed and developed for track days and circuit racing enthusiasts....

Book Reviews

50 Years Porsche 914

50 Years Porsche 914 by Jürgen Lewandowski, published by Delius Klasing Verlag – © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale Whether you love it or hate it, the 914 served as a very important family member in the Porsche model line-up of the day. To appreciate this fully, you need to understand the...

Vintage Racecar Articles

Karl Kainhoffer

There isn’t much Karl Kainhofer hasn’t done in over 50 years of involvement in motorsports, from motorcycle racing in Austria to being Porsche’s man in the USA, to his involvement in virtually every facet of Penske Racing. Born just before the Second World War in Vienna, Austria, Kainhofer became involved...

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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...

Porsche Carrera GT

Bespoke Rosso Fuoco Porsche Carrera GT Goes Under the Hammer at Mecum

Set to cross the block at Mecum’s Monterey Auction on August 15, this exceptional 2005 Porsche Carrera GT presents one of the marque’s most celebrated supercars with just 3,471 miles on the odometer. Originally delivered as one of only 644 examples designated for the U.S. market, the car has been...

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FOR SALE: A Cool Porsche 959 With An Interesting Backstory

Porsche is always known for their engineering excellence, with one of its standout models being the remarkable 959. On March 1-2, Broad Arrow Auctions will be offering an interesting Porsche 959 and is valued at $3,250,000 – $3,750,000. What makes this Porsche 959 interesting? It was previously under Nissan’s ownership....

Porsche Life

Porsche Makes a Mercedes: The 500E Story

A New Opportunity for Porsche For Porsche’s Michael Hölscher this was his first major project. It was his opportunity to set up fabrication and assembly of a complete automobile at a time when Porsche was suffering from the major fall in the value of the dollar that had supported it...

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FOR SALE: 1991 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Coupe by Singer

Singer Vehicle Design introduced its “911 Reimagined by Singer” initiative in 2009, using the 1989–1994 Porsche 964 as the foundation for highly customized, performance-focused reinterpretations of the classic 911. Each project starts with a bare 964 chassis that’s completely rebuilt, fitted with lightweight carbon-fiber body panels, long-hood styling, center-mounted fuel...

People & Profiles

Timo Bernhard (GER)

Timo Bernhard, Porsche works driver, Le Mans 24H, 2016 Born: 24 February 1981 Where: Homburg/Saar (Germany) Lives: Bruchmühlbach-Miesau (Germany) Marital status: Married to Katharina, sons Paul and Ben Height/Weight: 1.74 m/60 kg Hobbies: Fitness, music, rally, running He has won all major sports car endurance races: Daytona, Sebring, and the...

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