PORSCHE 993 “25 YEARS” 1994–2019: by Andreas Gabriel, Manfred Hering & Thomas Nehlert © Berlin Motor Books Berlin Motor Books, a boutique book publisher located not far from the Brandenburger Tor (Brandenburg Gate) in Berlin, has been steadily raising its profile on the quality automotive book scene since its inception...
Debuting alongside the 992-generation 911 at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 911 GT2 RS Clubsport represented the pinnacle of the 991 series. This exclusive variant, designed primarily for the racetrack, was a meticulously refined and fully optimized version of the road-ready 911 GT2 RS, positioned as the ultimate...
SEMA Porsches
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) hosts one of the world’s largest automotive trade shows each year in Las Vegas, running this year from November 5–8, 2024. SEMA draws industry professionals, from car manufacturers to custom builders, who present the latest advancements in vehicle design, customization, and technology. It’s not...
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...
Classic Car Auction Yearbook 2018-2019 Edition © Historica Selecta It’s a case of, more of the same for the 2018-2019 Edition of the Classic Car Auction Yearbook. Once again, the authors Adolfo Orsi and Raffaele Gazzi, have delivered an excellent publication providing good quality, industry-leading, analytical information on the classic...
Developed in the early 1980s as a Group B rally competitor, the Porsche 959 debuted as a concept at the 1983 Frankfurt Motor Show. Although the intended racing series was ultimately cancelled, Porsche moved forward with limited production in 1987. Merging advanced racing technology with road-going capability, the 959 remains...
Based in Huntington Beach, California, Gunther Werks is known for transforming air-cooled Porsche 911s into what the brand’s 993 might resemble had its development continued into the modern era. Carbon fiber is extensively integrated into both the chassis and body structure, complemented by a tailored suspension system featuring DGR computer-controlled...
I couldn’t quite pinpoint why, during the research and writing of this profile, that I kept hearing the Lennon/McCartney hit “Come Together” somewhere in the back of my head. I have often used the metaphor of how some of the most interesting motor racing tales are based on an almost...
More than five decades ago, Porsche tested the exhaust turbocharger in motorsport. Shortly afterwards, the turbocharger was introduced into series production. 17 of the 19 overall Porsche victories at Le Mans were won with turbocharged engines. In 2024, the company celebrated ‘50 years of Porsche Turbo’ in series production and...
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...
Porsche Sport 2018 – © Gruppe C Motorsport Verlag For those who follow Porsche motorsport closely, the 26th edition of the well-known annual, Porsche Sport 2018, is definitely a book you want on your bookshelf. I have sung the praises of these publications before today, and for good reason, but...
Background This 1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 is a slick-top coupe that spent nearly a decade off the road before it was donated to its current owner, the Porsche Club of America, by a member in 2020. It is finished in Guards Red over black and beige upholstery, and power...
Bring A Trailer is currently offering a 1977 Porsche 911S coupe that has been modified in RSR style from its previous ownership. During the process, the car was repainted in Ivory White and fitted with gold-finished bumpers, steel rear fender flares, 9Haus H4 headlights, Sebring-style mirrors, a sunroof, dual exhaust...
The Porsche 991 GT2 RS, unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in June 2017, set a new benchmark as the most powerful production 911. It features a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six engine producing 691 horsepower and is equipped with a seven-speed PDK transmission, a first for the GT2 series. Porsche claims...
Porsche 959 by Jürgen Lewandowski, published by Delius Klasing Verlag – © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale When the Pearl White metallic Porsche Group B concept car was revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1983, the response from the press and public was overwhelming. After the show had closed, Porsche...
2005 Porsche Carrera GT
The Porsche Carrera GT has become one of the most iconic and sought after Porsche models in the realm of exotic car idolization and ownership. It  is hard to believe, that things didn’t really start off that way. When the Porsche Carrera GT was released in 2004, it was anticipated...
Born: 8 May 1981 Where: Hasselt, Belgium Lives: Waiblingen, Germany Height: 1.80m Career 2017    Porsche works driver 2016    Audi works driver, Winner FIA GT World Cup Macau, Winner Intercontinental GT Challenge, 1st Dubai 24 Hours, 1st Sepang 12 Hours, 3rd Blancpain GT Series 2015    Audi works driver, 1st Nürburgring 24...
Photography courtesy of Alex Papke / FXD. Christopher Rünge, a self-described coach builder and automobile designer, began Rünge Cars with the humblest of intentions. A desire in 2010 to have something to rip around in nearby Minnesotan corn fields—a lightweight, aluminum bodied Porsche-Volkwagen mashup, to be exact—quickly evolved into a...
Unveiled at the 2010 Geneva Auto Salon, the Porsche 918 was conceived as the Carrera GT’s successor and a decisive break from its traditional supercar formula. Though it carried over advanced hardware such as a CFRP monocoque, double-wishbone suspension, and carbon-ceramic brakes, the 918’s defining leap was its hybrid powertrain,...
Porsche 911 cars in different colors parked outside on road
There’s hardly a brand more connected to sports cars than Porsche. To this very day, the iconic Porsche 911 remains a benchmark sports car with nothing but a few formidable competitors in the vast and ever expanding industry. While only a handful of cars came to rival it, many more...
Gunther Werks, based in Huntington Beach, California, is known for reimagining the air-cooled Porsche 993, transforming it into what the company believes Porsche might be building today had production continued beyond 1998. Their remastered cars feature extensive carbon fiber integration, including the bodywork and even parts of the chassis. The...
This 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar, listed on Bring a Trailer, is one of 2,500 examples built to honor the 1984 Dakar-winning 911 RS/SC 4×4 driven by René Jean Metge and Dominique Lemoine. Finished in Ice Gray Metallic with “Rallye 1978” graphics, it features model-specific 19″ front and 20″ rear Dakar...
Highlights Gentian Blue Metallic 292 miles! One-year limited series edition – 1 of 1,250 examples produced by Porsche Heritage Design Interior – Classic in Black Complete body paint protection film (PPF) wrap 7-speed manual transmission, rear wheel drive 3.7L twin-turbo flat six engine – 543 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of...
FIA regulation changes after the 1972 season ended the Porsche 917’s dominance in World Sportscar Championship racing, prompting Porsche to focus on the 2.4L 911S as the foundation for their racing efforts. It evolved into the Carrera 2.7 RS, where “RS” stood for Renn Sport, meaning motorsport. Engineers reduced weight...
The Porsche 918 Spyder marked a groundbreaking leap in performance and technology, following in the footsteps of icons like the 959 and Carrera GT. Its defining feature is a hybrid powertrain combining three sources: a mid-mounted 608-hp 4.6-liter V8 engine, plus a 154-hp rear electric motor and a 127-hp front...
Yes, it is getting a little late and you had the best intentions of being better organised this year – but you still haven’t got all your Christmas presents. So, we want to help you with some Christmas gift ideas for the Porsche enthusiast. And here’s what we came up...
As the Porsche market continues its strong trajectory, RM Sotheby’s is thrilled to unveil “The White Collection” auction—a unique gathering of rare Porsche models, all wearing brilliant shades of white. The collection, set to go under the hammer on 1-2 December 2023, represents over a decade of dedicated collecting by...
Gunther Werks is dedicated to meticulously “remastering” the 993-generation Porsche 911—the final air-cooled era—using custom carbon-fiber bodywork, reengineered chassis hardware, and heavily developed flat-six engines to deliver a raw, analog driving feel far removed from modern tech-heavy supercars. The company introduced the Speedster in 2020, limited to just 25 units....
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...
Ferro & Company Distinct 3
In a life that feels like ages ago, but was really only a handful of years, I reviewed watches. As the former-founder of Watches You Can Afford, a niche watch blog focused on sub-$1,500 wristwatches, I got my wrists into more than 200 timepieces in the six years I owned...
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...
Some pretty interesting Porsches are currently being offered at Bring A Trailer at No Reserve: a 1964 Porsche 356C Coupe, a 1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS Touring, and a 2014 Porsche Boxster S. 1964 Porsche 356C Coupe The 1964 Porsche 356C Coupe example originally had a Light Ivory (6404) finish...
The latest Porsche 911 Sport Classic is a celebration of Porsche’s sports car heritage. The 911 Sport Classic shares wide bodywork with the 992 Turbo with distinctive design cues that include a ducktail spoiler inspired by the Carrera RS 2.7, Fuchs-style wheels, a carbon fiber “double-bubble” roof, gold badging, and...
Porsche 930 to 935: The Turbo Porsches – by John Starkey © Veloce Publishing Ltd Much has been written about Porsche’s racing exploits over the years, but there is perhaps one model that has served, more than any other, as the pillar of the company’s achievements. Prototypes have come and...
In 1993, Porsche introduced the Type 993, considered by many as the most beautiful 911. After years of aerodynamic and safety modifications, the 993 marked a return to the 911’s original design purity, harmoniously integrating all functions. The range included two- and four-wheel-drive models, a Cabriolet, and the new 1997...
Looking Back on a Brilliant Career… One Photographer’s Personal Recollections of the Most Successful American Endurance Racer of All Time This photo montage shows (clockwise from bottom) Haywood in Bruce Leven’s Porsche 956, at Porsche-palooza in 1981, all smiles after his third victory at Le Mans in 1994, and celebrating...
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...
Mark Webber, Porsche driver, Silverstone 6h 2014 Born: 27th August 1976 Where: Queanbeyan, Australia Lives: Buckinghamshire, UK Height/weight: 1.83 m/76 kg Marital status: Partner Ann Neal Hobbies: Sports, mountain biking, flying helicopters It’s been two years now since Mark Webber has had a roof over his head. After 215 Formula...
Porsche Mission-E charge port render
The automotive industry is at a pivotal juncture these days, with change looming just beyond the horizon. The era of electrification is upon us all, whether we like it or not, and manufacturers are working to adapt to this shift in technology and consumer preferences.  Porsche, well known for seven...
Background The original 917 was developed by Porsche beginning in 1968 in anticipation of changes to FIA homologation rules allowing low-production prototypes to contest the 5.0-liter class of World Sports Car Championship competition. The flat-12-powered 917 claimed back-to-back victories at Le Mans while helping Porsche claim the 1970 and 1971...
Live now on PCarMarket is one of the 674 U.S. market examples of the Porsche 964 Turbo produced in 1991. The car was acquired by its longtime owner from Massachusetts in 1993 and was then converted to BUR specifications courtesy of RUF in 1996. This example had it Turbo 3.6...
This 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder is the only U.S.-delivered example factory-ordered without paint and Nomex lightweight Alcantara bucket seats. It features the sought-after Weissach Package, a $84,000 option that reduces weight by 90 pounds through magnesium wheels, titanium chassis bolts, and lightweight brake components. Introduced at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto...
FOR SALE: 1996 Porsche 911 (993) GT2R
The demise of the FIA World Sportscar Championship in 1992 left a void in international GT racing, but the emergence of the BPR Global GT Endurance Series breathed new life into the sport. Porsche, eager to compete in this revitalized arena, unveiled the GT2, a high-performance racing car based on...
Most people, even those only vaguely interested in motor sport, will have heard about the Porsche 917. The first of Porsche’s race cars to truly dominate the world of sports car racing, the 917 project was in 1969 almost a step too far for the small Stuttgart manufacturer as it...
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...
930 770 0905 at the National Automobile Museum Reno Nevada USA
Sports car racing went through some turbulent times in the early 1970’s. At the start (1970) the world championship was decided by the 5.0 liter sports cars such as the Porsche 917 and the Ferrari 512. The FIA /CSI (International rules body) at first did not think anyone would build...
Porsche 911 964
Porsche 911 (964) (1988 – 1994) Story & History Type 964 – The 3rd Generation Porsche 911 Premiere: 1988 September 28 at Mondial de l’Automobile Paris motor show After the 1984 model year 911 Carrera 3.2 had entered the markets, the plans for the next generation 911 were set. In March-April...
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...
Porsche Taycan
With the introduction of the Taycan, Porsche didn’t hold back with the performance of the Tacyan Turbo. With incredible power, excellent driving dynamics, and road presence, the Taycan offers appeal to the enthusiast looking for an EV. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium...
Every now and then a truly good book comes along, one that is not only excellent in its content, but is also significant due to the rarity of the subject it covers. Roy Smith’s book on the Porsche 924 Carrera is one of those books because it covers a worthy,...
Live now on Bring A Trailer is fantastic example of a 1955 Porsche 356 Speedster finished in Oslo Blue over red upholstery and powered by a Type 546 1.5-liter flat-four engine. In September 1954, Porsche launched a new model which was to become a legend – the Speedster. The new...
Unveiled at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport marks the final evolution of the 991 series. Built in a limited run of just 200 units, this track-only car is Porsche’s most powerful GT customer sports model, designed for factory-supported Clubsport racing and private...
Yellow Porsche 911
Over the past decade or so, the Porsche 911 has really grown into an automobile that has become synonymous with both fun and reliability—the “dynamic duo” of qualities required for a sports car to achieve widespread commercial success. The Porsche 911 has done just that, and with a wide range...
The 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic is a limited-edition model based on the 992 Turbo. It features rear-wheel drive, a 7-speed manual transmission, and exclusive Heritage Design elements. Limited to 1,250 units worldwide, it features a fixed ducktail spoiler, an indented carbon fiber hood, a double-bubble roof, gold accents, and...
Collecting Cars is currently offering a very low mileage 2018 Porsche 911 (991.2) GT3 Touring finished in GT Silver Metallic over a black leather and cloth-trimmed interior. The 991.2-era 911 GT3 Touring is a more modest version of its track-focused sibling, featuring a deployable spoiler, manual gearbox, and black leather...
2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
Debuting at the Geneva Auto Salon in March 2010, the 918 marked Porsche’s bold step forward from the legendary Carrera GT. Unlike its predecessor’s traditional supercar approach with a V-10 engine and manual gearbox, the 918’s unveiling signaled a departure, embracing hybrid technology for a glimpse into the automotive future....
The 20 Most Crazy Expensive & Rare Porsches Ever Sold Updated: December 31, 2022 When it comes to breaking records for expensive cars, nobody comes close to Ferrari. It takes more than $4.5 million to even break into the top 100 most expensive Ferraris ever. Ferrari still dominates the classic...
History & Tech More significant to North Americans is that the street version of the 2003 second-generation GT3 met EPA norms making it the first ‘hot’ 911 to be allowed officially in the US since the Carrera 2.4 S of 1972.  When Porsche began making sports cars in the late...
Porsche’s roadgoing model line-up has seldom, if ever, been very far removed from the company’s motorsport programme. This thread can be traced back even to the early 356 and 356 Carrera days. The Porsche 964 Carrera RS 3.8 is a very different beast from the cars of old, but the...
Don’t Wash Mine: Kirk F. White © Dalton Watson Fine Books I have been looking forward to seeing this new book from Dalton Watson, covering the very colourful life and times of Kirk F. White. But, who on earth is Kirk F. White you might ask? Well, his name might...