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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...

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Porsche’s 356 1500cc Super: The 1½-Liter Adventure

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VIDEO: It Started! Mayhem in the Porsche 911 Carrera market

It Has Been A Long Time Coming Porsche 911 Carrera prices increased by more than 50% during the last years. However, the market slowed down during spring. During the summer the market continued to weaken and we can see now the first significant price decreases. The downside risk increased in...

FOR SALE: Porsche 918 Spyder Up For Sale

Porsche is undeniably one of the most successful car manufacturers in history, dominating nearly every sports car and prototype racing event worldwide while producing some of the most iconic cars ever made. Every car enthusiast has a favorite Porsche, and it’s common to find a variety of Porsche models in...

FOR SALE: Gorgeous 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe With Only 130 Miles Now On Sale!

The current Porsche 911 Carrera 4S utilizes the same engine as the previous generation: a 3.0-liter, twin-turbocharged flat-six. However, thanks to a raft of changes that includes new turbochargers, electric wastegates, new injectors and other fresh bits and baubles, output rises 13 horsepower to 443 and 22 pound-feet of torque...

The Spyder spins its web

Autosport 1000 km, Silverstone, 14 September 2008: In the fifth and final round of the 2008 Le Mans Series season, the #34 Porsche RS Spyder was driven by Peter Van Merksteijn and Jos Verstappen and finished first in the LMP2 class and fifth overall, ahead of a brace of LMP1...

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Porsche Profiles: Roger Katz – 1994 Type 964 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Speedster

Red 1994 Type 964 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Speedster

Note: Some images from this article provided by Roger Katz. The Type 964 Porsche 911 was a revolutionary car when it came to market in 1989. It was the first non-supercar Porsche to feature all wheel drive as an option. It was the first 911 to come as standard with...

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Rescue – The Story of How the Safety Car Came to Motor Sport

Motor racing has always involved risk for the drivers, and sometimes for spectators too, as was seen to horrific effect The chaotic scene just after the #88 car of Huhn/Schwarz crashed at the Nürburgring in 1970. Photo: Porsche Werk in the disaster that occurred at the 1955 Le Mans 24...

The Ultimate Book of the Air-Cooled Porsche 911

The Ultimate Book of the Air-Cooled Porsche 911 – Standard Edition When Brian Long’s latest 911 tome arrived, I could see the postman physically relieved to be handing over the package. But, in all seriousness, this is one very impressive piece of work. Brian Long has written many books, but...

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Porsche 911 ST 2.3 Reviewed & Tested

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FOR SALE: 2004 Porsche Carrera GT

Available now through Broad Arrow Private Sales is one of Porsche’s most celebrated supercars, the Carrera GT. Unveiled as a concept at the 2000 Paris Auto Show, the model stunned the automotive world with its motorsport-inspired design and V10 engine. That powerplant, originally developed in the early 1990s for Porsche’s...

Pocher Unveils the Porsche 917KH – MARTINI Edition

Written by Glen Smale. Images by: Glen Smale & Pocher In a tribute to Porsche’s unrivalled success at Le Mans, Pocher, a leading manufacturer of high-quality model kits, has launched this new and exciting 1:8 model kit. For more than sixty years, this manufacturer’s unparalleled craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail...

From Racing To The Road: Porsche Innovations

911 Carrera RS 2.7 rear

Like a few other brands, Porsche was formed many decades ago not so much to build the perfect road car, but to support a racing program. These were cars that were as at home in the French Alps as they were on the Nurburgring, and many owners took their cars...

FOR SALE: Ultra-Rare Singer DLS ‘Mame Commission’

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...

FOR SALE: RM Sotheby’s and Porsche to auction rare 911 S/T

Supporting California wildfire victims Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) announced that it will auction a unique 911 S/T in partnership with RM Sotheby’s. The proceeds will benefit the American Red Cross, which supports its work in the United States, specifically those affected by the recent California wildfires. Rare 911...

FOR SALE: Check Out This Stunning 2022 GT3 Touring Up for Auction

The folks at PCarMarket have a beautiful 992 GT3 up for auction and we absolutely love it (other than the PDK). This 2022 Porsche 992 GT3 has the Touring Package and comes finished in a stunning Shark Blue with contrasting silver graphics. Shark Blue (D7) is a new Porsche color...

Porsche 911 (964)

FOR SALE: 710-Mile 1992 Singer 911 Heads to RM Sotheby’s Miami

Heading to the auction stage at RM Sotheby’s Miami sale on February 27 is a spectacular 1992 Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer Vehicle Design, estimated at $1,000,000–$1,200,000. Known as the “Palm Beach Commission,” this bespoke build was completed in March 2022 and has covered just 710 miles since delivery. Finished...

FOR SALE: This 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe Could Be Yours

If you’ve been longing to acquire the Porsche 911 of your dreams, this particular 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe currently listed on Bring A Trailer could be the one you’re looking for! It’s pretty hard not to like the Jet Black Metallic finish that covers its entire body. The...

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...

Porsche Boxster 987 – The Story

2nd Generation Porsche Boxster (987) Story & History Boxster 987.1 (2005 – 2008) Official photos: 2004 September 7 / Premiere: 2004 September 23 at Mondial de l’Automobile Paris motor show press day / Market launch: 2004 November 27 Already since 1997, the 986-generation Boxsters were parallelly produced at the Valmet...

Notable Chassis

The 1976 Prototype Works 935

After bodywork testing with the prototype 934, 930 670 0001, the Porsche factory built its first 935 to actually race at the end of 1975. This was known internally as 935-001, or R15. The Chassis number was 930 670 0002. The engine had a bore and stroke of 92.8 x...

FOR SALE: Low Mileage Olympic Blue 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring

Bring A Trailer is currently offering an acclaimed contemporary sports car, boasting a particularly handsome specification. This 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring is a true masterpiece thanks to its stunning paint-to-sample Olympic Blue finish complemented with a sleek black leather and Race-Tex interior. Powered by a 4.0-liter flat-six engine and...

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Déjà vu

1972 Porsche 911 2.4 S, Inchydoney Hotel, West Cork, Ireland – we were peppered with heavy rain showers on the day of the photo shoot. You could almost draw a line from the clouds above past the back of the car, and see that we were getting drenched, but just...

FOR SALE: Practically New 2016 Porsche 911 R For Sale!

Despite its limited numbers, the 2016 Porsche 911 R instantly become a hit among the most avid Porsche collectors and automotive enthusiasts from around the world. Porsche designed this car for just the thrill of driving. The Porsche 911 R came with 4-litre naturally aspirated flat-six engine with a six-speed...

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A whale of a tale – maintaining an ‘89 911 Carrera Sport in Zimbabwe

Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Clubsport (1985) in the Museum workshop As I’ve explained on the few occasions I’ve burst into print in Porsche Road & Race, my enduring love affair with the Porsche brand was developed and nurtured from the late 1950s. My father, a dentist by profession, was very...

FOR SALE: Rare 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport for Sale

In June 2017, Porsche introduced the 991 GT2 RS at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. This iteration of the GT2 RS features a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six engine generating 700 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful production 911 to date. The 991 GT2 RS stands out...

Motor Racing – The Pursuit of Victory 1963-1972

Motor Racing – The Pursuit of Victory 1963-1972 by Steve Wyatt © Veloce Publishing Limited The age of motorsport, when an aspiring photographer could amble around the paddock snapping world championship drivers, team personnel and stripped race cars, is long gone. Today, even with the required media accreditation, you have...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche GT2 RS Clubsport

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...

FOR SALE: 2006 Gemballa Mirage GT

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...

FOR SALE: 1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS Clubsport N/GT

In the early 1990s, Porsche sought to showcase its 964 Carrera lineup on the international racing scene. To that end, it produced limited competition-ready versions of both rear- and all-wheel-drive models. Just 22 lightweight C4 coupes were made, while the Carrera 2 platform underpinned the successful Carrera Cup and the...

Introducing Our All-New 2025 Porsche Calendars

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 –...

FOR SALE: Singer Classic Turbo

Highlights Singer “Turbo Study” honors the Porsche 930 Turbo unveiled in 1975 New and recently completed example! 450hp, 400 lb-ft of torque – 3.8L twin-turbo intercooled flat six engine 6-speed manual transmission, hydraulic steering, rear wheel drive Brembo carbon ceramic brakes, front axle lift system Lightweight bespoke carbon fiber body...

FOR SALE: Porsche 911s On Bring A Trailer

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...

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12 Hours of Sebring 2017: Pre-Race

12 Hours of Sebring, 2017: Porsche 911 RSR #912, Laurens Vanthoor, Kevin Estre and Richard Lietz in the GTLM class The 65th Annual Mobil 1 12 Hours of Sebring fuelled by ‘Fresh from Florida’ takes the green flag at 10:40 am (local time) on Saturday, March 18th 2017. The gates...

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The Petersen Automotive Museum’s Magnus Walker Urban Outlaw Exhibit

Magnus Walker at entry to new exhibit at Petersen Automotive Museum

All photos by the author and courtesy Magnus Walker. Magnus Lucian Titus Bennett Walker is known for many things, and as many things. Most people just call him Magnus; yet much of the world knows him as the Urban Outlaw Porsche guy. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free...

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Targa Florio retraced

The life of Jonkheer Gijsbert “Gijs” van Lennep is by no means short of special moments. In 1971, he won the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans in a Porsche 917, repeating the feat in 1976 in the Porsche 936. He drove in Formula 1 and won the sports car...

People & Profiles

Wolf Henzler (GER)

Born: 5 April 1975 Where: Nürtingen, Germany Lives: Nürtingen, Germany Marital status: Married, 2 children Height/Weight: 1.74 m/69 kg Hobbies: Mountain biking, skiing, fitness, golf Wolf Henzler has an accolade that none of his works driver colleagues have achieved yet. In December 2011, the 2010 Le Mans winner put in...

FOR SALE: 1969 Porsche 908/02

Background The Porsche 908/02, an evolution of the initial 908 model, was introduced in 1969 as a response to the increasing competition in the FIA World Sportscar Championship. This variant optimized weight distribution and aerodynamics, yielding a lighter, open-cockpit configuration. The 908/02’s engineering was underscored by its advanced flat-8 engine,...

FOR SALE: Rare 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Weissach Now Available

Porsche rarely enters the supercar scene, but when they do, they redefine it. The 911 Carrera RS ruled the racetracks of the 1970s, the 959 revolutionized technology in the 1980s, and the Carrera GT of the early 2000s stunned with its Formula 1-inspired V10 engine. After a brief hiatus, Porsche...

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Valentin Schäffer – Porsche’s turbo master

Valentin Schäffer (1978) Another keen young recruitee to Zuffenhausen in the early 1950s, Valentin Schäffer, would become Porsche’s racing turbo specialist and engineer the induction systems that endowed Porsche sports racers with a dominance that lasted decades. The compact figure of Valentin Schäffer trotted up the steps of the Porsche...

The Spa 24 Hours – A History

The Spa 24 Hours – A History, by David Blumlein © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale There are a few major endurance races around the world that roll off the tongue quite easily and quickly, such as Le Mans, Daytona, Sebring and of course the Spa 24 Hours. It is perhaps an...

People & Profiles

Andreas Seidl – Team Principal LMP1

Andreas Seidl, Porsche LMP1 Team Principal (Le Mans 2016) Born: 6 January 1976 Where: Passau, Germany As a team boss, Andreas Seidl is responsible for the technical running of the vehicles, and as race director, he coordinates the entire organisational aspects of the World Championship races. For the LMP1 drivers...

FOR SALE: A 2019 Porsche 991.2 GT3 Touring Is Available For Auction On PCarMarket

A 2019 Porsche 991.2 GT3 Touring Is Available For Auction On PCarMarket

Available for auction now on PCarMarket is a 2019 Porsche 991.2 GT3 Touring finished in Jet Black Metallic over a black leather interior. This Porsche carries the same four-litre flat engine from the GT3 RS with its power increased by 25hp for a new total of 500 horsepower and also...

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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...

FOR SALE: Limited Edition 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Tribute to Carrera RS Package For Sale

The 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS features a practical and aggressive exterior design adapted from the Le Mans class-winning 911 RSR race car. Utilizing a central front radiator concept, it incorporates large vents on the nose directing air from the radiator towards roof fins for dispersion. The car employs lightweight carbon fiber...

Manthey: An Icon In The World Of Motorsports & Racing

Manthey Racing Porsche 911

Company Bio Founder Olaf Manthey—a German professional race car driver—founded the company, Manthey Racing GmbH in 1996. Prior to this, Manthey had already established himself as a successful driver in a variety of German racing series, winning two Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM) races, along with victories in the Ford Super...

FOR SALE: Limited Edition 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster Up For Sale

Unveiled in 2019, the Porsche 991 Speedster was the final edition of the 991 generation, built to celebrate 70 years of Porsche. This convertible combined the performance of the GT3 with the open-air feel of a Carrera. Only 1,948 units were made and all of them were quickly sold out....

Classic Car Auction Yearbook 2017-2018 Edition

© Historica Selecta/Classic Car Auction Yearbook 2017-2018 edition How do you improve on a product that is already the ‘go-to’ publication in the industry? The answer lies in continuing the same level of quality research, listening to the players in the market (buyers, sellers and dealers), and all the while being...

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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Porsches at the 2024 Nurburgring 24H

Photography by Matty White. The 2024 Nurburgring 24 Hours, heralded as the start of the greatest month in endurance racing history, unfolded in the picturesque yet challenging Eifel region of Germany. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member?...

FOR SALE: RM Sotheby’s to Offer Ultra-Rare 964 Turbo S Lightweight

Introduced as a prototype at the 1992 Geneva Auto Show, the limited-edition Porsche 964 Turbo S Leichtbau (Lightweight) was the creation of Porsche test driver and engineer Roland Kussamaulat, who applied lessons learned from the IMSA Supercar Championship. Like the contemporary Carrera RS, it employs an extensive lightweight construction that...

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The Wow of Wunderland Porsche Museum

1997 Porsche GT1

Unlikely Home for a Spectacular Collection: Remember the days of going to a Porsche dealership as a teen? How could anyone resist wanting to leave their fingerprints all over a new 911 Turbo in Arctic Silver? It was just a matter of time before the salesman reluctantly got up to...

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The Audiobahn E3: The Porsche 911 T, 911 L, & 911 S

audiobahn episode 3

Episode Three: The Porsche 911 T, 911 L, & 911 S Summary Welcome to The Audiobahn, the Stuttcars.com podcast focused on all things Porsche. In our first series, we’re exploring the history of venerable 911: its history, origins, achievements, and future. Audiobahn Episode Three is all about the Porsche 911 T,...

Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe: The autobiography of CSX2300

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...

FOR SALE: 1966 Porsche 906 Carrera 6

Background Ferdinand Piëch, a grandson of Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, joined Porsche in 1963, determined to elevate his family’s firm to prominence on the international racing scene. When substantial changes to the FIA regulations for 1966 created additional opportunities for Porsche, Piëch and Helmuth Bott set out to build an entirely...

Porsche 911 (993) – The Story

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...

FOR SALE: 1956 Porsche 356A Super Speedster

While the staff here at Stuttcars can never get enough of Porsche’s latest GT3s and 963 prototypes, there’s true reverence for the sports car that founded the company, the 356. It’s true beauty in its simplicity, the 356 has earned a spot in collections the world over with a reputation...

Rolex Reunion (RMMR)

Porsches Shine at Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, 2025

While this year’s spotlight at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion (RMMR) was both the 75th anniversary of Formula 1, Porsche fans had plenty to rejoice about with a strong showing of the Stuttgart marque in numerous classes. But first, a little background on the RMMR. The start of modern vintage...

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Porsche 911 997 Carrera Cup Racing Series and Champions

997 Carrera Cup Champions & Results The 997 GT3 Cup was introduced in January 2005 for the upcoming racing season. The 3.6-litre durable old-school unit got 294 kW and maximum 8200 rpm (last 996 Cup: 287 kW and rev limitter at 8000). The transmission was a 6-speed sequential dog-type gearbox...

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Retrospect: Porsche 993 Turbo

The Porsche 911, the undisputed king of sports car evolution, has continued to be transformed since its 1963 debut. One significant chapter came in 1995 with the introduction of the 993 model – the final iteration of the air-cooled 911 series. The 993 epitomized Porsche’s engineering capabilities, integrating the classic...

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Less is More: How Porsche Turned Small Engines Into a Competitive Advantage

May 28, 1967, at the Nürburgring. Four Porsche 910s swept the top positions at the 1000-kilometer race, finishing ahead of competitors with engines nearly four times larger. The winning car, piloted by Udo Schütz and Joe Buzzetta, carried just a 2.0-liter engine. It wasn’t an anomaly: it was the culmination...

Vintage Racecar Articles

Scooter Patrick

From gas station owner in 1954 to leading Le Mans in 1967, sports car racer Scooter Patrick enjoyed an amazing career. Perhaps best remembered for his prowess and speed at the wheel of Otto Zipper’s many Porsches in the ’60s, Patrick also enjoyed racing success in a wide variety of...

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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Derek Bell

Derek Bell initially made a name for himself, racing in open-wheeled cars including Formula 2 and Formula 1. However, it is long-distance sports car racing, particularly in Porsches, where Bell forged his legacy as a champion with five overall victories at Le Mans, three victories in the 24 Hours of...

FOR SALE: 2018 Porsche 911 GT3

The 991.2 generation of Porsche’s 911 GT3 marked a significant improvement over its predecessor, incorporating several desirable changes. Responding to the passionate demands of Porsche enthusiasts, the company decided to break away from offering only the PDK transmission and provided a manual gearbox as a no-cost option. Powering this new...

Top Porsche Highlights at Velocity Invitational 2022

1967 Porsche 911S

By Rex McAfee Best of the Best: Weathertech Raceway, Laguna Seca, CA. Returning to the iconic Monterey Peninsula, the 2022 Velocity Invitational gave vintage racing fans a superb combination of historic racing and luxury lifestyle. Last year’s event included a world-class display of Porsche 917s, while this year focused on...

FOR SALE: 1990 Porsche 962C #154

Artcurial Motorcars to auction historic Porsche 962C To celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Le Mans 24 Hours, AM proudly presents the freshly-consigned Porsche 962C, which finished 3rd in this race in 1990, driven by Tiff Needell, David Sears, and Anthony Reid. Following this podium finish at Le Mans, it...

Motorsport & Racing PRR Yesteryear

Porsche at Le Mans Part III: 1969 to 1971

‘Production line racer’ – in their quest to produce 25 running cars in time for the inspection by the FIA, Porsche pulled out all the stops as evidenced by the activity in this image The name Porsche is synonymous with the world’s toughest endurance race, the 24 Hours of Le...

FOR SALE: 1966 Porsche 906 Carrera 6

Highlights Recommissioned by Canepa to build the ultimate Porsche prototype street car Over $600,000+ invested in engineering, design, custom upgrades, and restoration Extensive upgrades for dramatically improved street drivability and functionality All upgrades engineered to preserve the original chassis and be able to 100% revert back to period-correct race configuration...

FOR SALE: Porsche 959’s unique history with the Nissan R32 GT-R

Gruppe B Rally aspirations In the early 1980s, Porsche was keen to prove its technological superiority learned throughout the previous decade’s racing efforts. The “Gruppe B” Study was created to display these advancements with development underway as soon as 1981. Turbocharging, first used on the 917/10 Can-Am racing car in...

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What is your favourite Porsche Le Mans livery?

Le Mans 24 Hour, 13-14 June 2015: Lined up prior to the formation lap are (from L-R) – the #18 Porsche 919 Hybrid driven by Marc Lieb/Romain Dumas/Neel Jani (finished 5th); #17 Porsche 919 Hybrid driven by Timo Bernhard/Brendon Hartley/Mark Webber (finished 2nd); #19 Porsche 919 Hybrid driven by Earl...

FOR SALE: Well-Documented 1987 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet Available For Auction

Well-Documented 1987 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet Available For Auction

The turbocharged 930 was produced from early 1975 was Porsche’s flagship 911 and arguably the most capable supercar of its time. Performance-wise, the 930 was on a par with anything Ferrari and Lamborghini had to offer. Unlike its Italian rivals though, the turbocharged 911 was practical enough for everyday use and...

FOR SALE: 1983 Porsche-Kremer CK5 Group C Endurance Racing Prototype

This 1983 Porsche-Kremer CK5 Group C prototype, chassis CK5-02, is offered at Broad Arrow Private Sales for $825,000. One of only two CK5s built by Kremer for the 1982–1983 World Sportscar Championship, it competed at the 1983 Le Mans 24 Hours with Derek Warwick, Frank Jelinski, and Patrick Gaillard at...

FOR SALE: Rare 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS Lightweight Up For Sale

Beautifully-Restored Carrera RS Lightweight Found on Issimi The Carrera 2.7 RS is the stuff of legends, well known as the ultimate road-going Porsche of the 1970s. Of all the 1,580 Carrera RS 2.7s, only 200 were made were ordered with this lightweight ‘Sports’ trim which made the car more responsive...

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Porsche 911 991 Carrera Cup Racing Series and Champions

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FOR SALE: Well-Maintained 1995 Porsche 911 Carrera RS Clubsport

The Carrera RS Clubsport was a track-focused iteration of the Carrera RS with relatively limited road usability. The Clubsport added a fully welded roll cage which, combined with the RS’s seam-welded shell, increases the body’s stiffness by 40 per cent over the standard Carrera. That adjustable suspension strut brace was...

Paint-To-Sample: How custom colors are created

How about a new sports car in the same color as your handbag, a special piece of furniture, or a model car from your childhood? Or would you prefer one of the cult colors from the 1990s? If you’re configuring a new Porsche model, the sky’s the limit when it...

FOR SALE: 1982 Porsche 911 (930) Turbo

The 930 was the most capable supercar of its time and catapulted Porsche’s brand worldwide, keeping up with the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini while still being usable day to day. But Porsche never stands still so the 911 Turbo 3.3 is an updated variant of that original 911 Turbo...

Porsches at the 2024 Targa 66

The Targa 66 event, founded by Brian Redman, is a prestigious motorsport gathering that pays homage to the rich heritage of sports car racing. Named in honor of the Targa Florio, a legendary road race in Sicily, Italy, the Targa 66 club invites enthusiasts and collectors to experience the thrill...

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...

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

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....

FOR SALE: Niki Lauda’s Porsche 910-001 prototype up for sale

1966 Porsche 910 chassis -001

There are very few names in the motorsport world that are as highly respected as Niki Lauda’s. One of the most technical, determined, and calculating drivers of all time, he was a major influence to legends that raced against him and raced after him, names such as Hunt, Rosberg, Prost,...

Gulf 917 by Jay Gillotti

Gulf 917 by Jay Gillotti – © Dalton Watson Fine Books There is little that you can add to the vast history that is already known about the Porsche 917, or so you might have thought. But the quietly spoken Jay Gillotti, has pieced together a valuable and mightily useful...

FOR SALE: All-Carbon Porsche 935 Tribute For Sale In Germany

Porsche 935 Tribute

Porsche 935 Tribute For Sale The 2019 Porsche 935 was a car that paid homage to a legendary car, the 1978 935/78 Moby Dick, in the best way possible. Sweeping lines, a long tail with a massive spoiler mounted above it, and the internals of a Type 991 911 GT2...

FOR SALE: 1977 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR IROC Tribute Up For Sale

Nicely Executed 1977 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR IROC Tribute Up For Sale

This particular 911 was built to serve as a tribute to legendary Carrera RSR race cars of the 1970s that competed in the IROC series. As its name suggests, this Porsche comes with a full IROC-style body conversion, custom interior, upgraded brakes and suspension, and an overhauled 3.0-liter twin-plug engine....

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Unlikely Le Mans Winner…Twice—1995 Porsche WSC-95 Spyder

Accused of sandbagging at Daytona, two WSC-95 spyders were in storage until called to duty by Team Joest. Porsches by adoption, they took two straight victories at Le Mans in 1996 and ’97 in some of the company’s most improbable successes. “Buoyed by our success at the 1994 Le Mans,”...

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Tilman Brodbeck remembers

Tilman Brodbeck poses with a 1973 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Coupé (left) and a 911 Sport Classic (right) – 21 September 2009 To be able to write on your résumé that you worked for one of Porsche’s CEOs would be quite an achievement. Tilman Brodbeck can however do a little...

Motorsport & Racing

Porsches at the 2024 Spa Classic

The 2024 Spa-Classic celebrated its 12th edition this year. Created in 2011, this renowned gathering has become one of the most popular historic race events, with over 22,000 attendees in 2023. Porsche 993 GT2 Known for its challenging and legendary track layout, Spa hosts prestigious races such as the Grand...

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The 356/356A Speedster: 9 Reasons Why It’s The Best Classic Porsche That Isn’t A 911

1954 356 Speedster, one of the first off the production line bound for America

Let’s face it, the Porsche 911 was the most successful model produced by Porsche in the 20th century, and it is only in recent years that it has started to be outsold by the Macan, the Cayenne, and the Taycan. But many who are not wise in the ways of...

Porsche Werks Reunion 2023

The 9th annual Werks Reunion Monterey, held by the Porsche Club of America, took place for the second year in a row at the Monterey Pines Golf Course located along California’s Monterey Peninsula. The Stuttgart marque is in the midst of celebrating its 75th Anniversary this year and there has...

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Porsche at the 2017 Prologue

Unveiling the new Porsche 919 Hybrid LMP1 car at the FIA WEC Prologue, Autodromo Nazionale Monza, 31 March 2017 (L-R: Andreas Seidl and Fritz Enzinger) The Autodromo Nazionale di Monza was more than just the scene of this year’s pre-season FIA/WEC Prologue, it also witnessed the unveiling of the 2017...

FOR SALE: 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo

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...

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Marco Ujhasi – Overall Project Manager GT Works Motorsport

Marco Ujhasi, Porsche GT Motorsport Project Manager, at FIA WEC 6 Hours of Silverstone 2017, Silverstone International Circuit, on 14.04.2017

Marco Ujhasi, Porsche GT Motorsport Project Manager, at FIA WEC 6 Hours of Silverstone, 14 April 2017 To reach the finish on the ideal line without losing too much time is something Marco Ujhasi completely understands as an active skier. In his prime, the Bavarian was a member of the...

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Porsche 928: The Grand Tourer That Challenged the 911

1978 Porsche 928. The development of the Porsche 928 occurred during a period of deep uncertainty—and quiet ambition—within Porsche AG. By the early 1970s, Porsche’s reputation had become firmly tied to the rear-engine 911, a car that had evolved steadily from the earlier 356 and had come to almost singlehandedly...

FOR SALE: 1972 Porsche 911 2.4 S

This 1972 Porsche 911 2.4 S is offered for sale by Issimi. It was first delivered in Milan in May 1972. The current owner acquired it in 2015 and proceeded to have a complete mechanical and body restoration on the example. It currently sports a Black finish matched with “pepita”...

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Porsche 911 GT1 – The Grand Touring Meister

1997 Porsche 911 GT1-109 photographed in June 2016 Porsche 993 GT1 chassis #109 was one of just nine customer racing Porsche 911 GT1s built between 1996 and 1998. The 911 GT1 became the Grand Touring Meister when it triumphed in the 1998 Le Mans 24 Hours, but its route to...

Budget Based Porsche Buyer’s Guide: $25k

Best Porsche Under $25K: Affordable Thrills on a Budget Dreaming of owning a Porsche but working with a budget of $25,000? You’re in luck! While Porsche is often associated with high-end luxury and performance, there are still great options that offer the brand’s signature driving experience without breaking the bank....

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Michael Christensen (DK)

Michael Christensen, Porsche works driver, Le Mans 24H, 2016 Born: 28 August 1990 Where: Greve, Denmark Lives: Vienna, Austria Marital status: Single Height/Weight: 1.81 m/75 kg Hobbies: Football, fitness, Play Station In the autumn of 2011, a dream came true for Michael Christensen. The Dane pitted himself against many other...

FOR SALE: 1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Coupe by Singer

Singer Vehicle Design, founded in 2009 by Rob Dickinson, has redefined Porsche 964 restorations. Each project starts with a complete teardown and rebuild, reshaping the 964 into a long-nose, early-911 look with low bumpers and ducktail-style details. Combined with carbon-fiber construction, precise craftsmanship, and extensive customization, Singer’s work has become...

FOR SALE:1994 Porsche 928 GTS

Background Unveiled at Geneva in 1977, the Porsche 928 was designed to succeed the 911 as a luxurious grand tourer. Styled by Wolfgang Möbius, it featured a futuristic egg-shaped design and a front-mounted V-8 engine, marking a shift in Porsche’s engineering philosophy. Named “European Car of the Year” in 1978,...

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