Misc Archives - Stuttcars

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 935 “Piper Green” Offered by Broad Arrow Auctions

The 2019 Porsche 935 is based on the popular 935/78 LM race car from the 1970s which was, given the name ‘Moby Dick’ due to its exterior shape and design – most notably the ‘whale tail’. A modern tribute based on the 911 GT2 RS Clubsport, it was unveiled at...

Misc

Owning a Porsche: Is It Really Different from Driving Everyday Cars?

For many car enthusiasts, owning a Porsche is a dream come true. Renowned for their exceptional performance, timeless design, and engineering brilliance, Porsches have a reputation that precedes them. But while the dream is alluring, the reality of owning and daily driving one of these iconic cars comes with unique...

Notable Chassis

Martini Porsche 917-042 – Le Mans record breaker

#21 Martini Porsche 917 LH (chassis #042) was driven by Gerard Larrousse and Vic Elford in the 1971 Le Mans 24 Hour race – DNF, lost engine cooling fan From 1964 through to 1969, Porsche lifted its game from being a class winner to setting international lap speed and endurance...

For Sale

FOR SALE: Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Lightweight

The 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Lightweight is a true legend in the world of sports cars, representing the pinnacle of automotive engineering from that era. This iconic vehicle, hailing from the renowned Stuttgart-based manufacturer, is celebrated for its exceptional blend of power, precision, and lightweight design, making it...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2024 Porsche 911 S/T Stunner

The Porsche 911 S/T, built to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the 911, is a lightweight, performance-focused model limited to just 1,963 units worldwide. Powered by a 4.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six from the GT3 RS, it delivers 518 horsepower and 342 lb-ft of torque through a short-ratio 6-speed GT Sport...

Porsche History

The philosophy of Ferdinand Porsche

At the dawn of the 20th century, engineer Ferdinand Porsche laid down a technological and entrepreneurial blueprint that continues to guide the company bearing his name. Porsche’s enduring success is rooted in its commitment to those early principles. From the outset, the Porsche story was charged with innovation. As the...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

Mike de ‘Udy and the Carrera Six

The formidable Carrera 6 outside the Porsche headquarters, Stuttgart Zuffenhausen, 1966 The Carrera Six, as Porsche officially called the 906, was a radically different car from its predecessor, the 904 GTS. The 904 was a sleek glass fibre bodied racer penned by Butzi Porsche, and it took over as Porsche’s...

For Sale

FOR SALE: Porsche 356B Carrera GT

This 356B Carrera GT is a superb representative of the early Carrera legend and the sole known survivor of only three right-hand drive T5 Carrera GTs. Benefitting from a newly-built pushrod race engine in addition to an incredibly rare Fuhrmann-designed Porsche 4-cam, she is suitable for racing or the road...

Le Mans 24 Hours Porsche History Motorsport & Racing Porsche 911 GT1 Race Featured Content & Premium Editorials Porsche 911 GT1

A Win That Counted: Le Mans in 1998

As early as their drive home from Le Mans in 1997 Porsche racing chief Norbert Singer and racing engineer Herbert Ampferer started scheming their plans for the 1998 season. It would be a crunch year for Porsche’s revived racing program, which was now under heavy attack from Mercedes-Benz. They were...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2024 Porsche 911 S/T Heritage Design

Porsche drew on its storied heritage to create the 2024 911 S/T, a limited-edition model marking the 60th anniversary of the original 911. This example, listed on Bring a Trailer with just 56 miles, is No. 449 of 1,963 built—an intentional nod to the sports car’s inaugural model year. Unveiled...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials Homepage Feature

Porsche’s Rare Moonstone Color

Moonstone is one of the rarest paint colors in Porsche history. Fascinated by this shade of lilac, US American collector Justin Roeser has been tracking down cars in this color around the world for years. Porsche accompanies him on his journey in search of the origin story. With a past...

Buyers Guides

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...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

The Porsche Macan EV & Formula E: How The Tech Is Shared

The Macan EV is the latest step in the evolution of Porsche’s lineup, being the first vehicle of the brand to be released that is totally transitioning from petrol to battery power. This transition is not just about electrification, however, as it also marks the first time that technology from...

Book Reviews

ROFGO Collection

ROFGO Collection by Doug Nye – © Porter Press International Most motorsport enthusiasts will have attended historic races, events such as the Goodwood Festival of Speed or Revival, or similar events in the USA, where the familiar and much-admired Gulf orange and blue race cars have competed or been on...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

Porsche racing in Southern Africa – Part I

A busy GK Lindsay workshop in Johannesburg, South Africa, ca.1958 Porsche used its racing exploits around the world to not only gain exposure and media coverage, but also to improve the performance and reliability of its road and race cars. Here we look into the first part of a two-part...

Notable Chassis

Porsche 935: Chassis Number 930 770 0905

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...

The Story

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...

For Sale

FOR SALE: Silver Metallic 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS With 8k Miles For Sale!

Porsche’s now famous RS moniker that was introduced in 2015, once again blurs the boundary between road-going sports cars and race cars. The 991-generation 911 GT3 RS equipped with the maximum degree of motorsport technology currently possible in a street-legal 911, yet retains supreme suitability for everyday driving. Extensive modifications...

Book Reviews

25 Years of GT Racing: Stéphane Ratel and SRO Motorsports

25 Years of GT Racing: Stéphane Ratel and SRO Motorsports by Andrew Cotton © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale On the world stage, GT racing has enjoyed as many ups as it has had downs over the years, but this class of racing arguably forms the core of what motor racing encompasses,...

For Sale

FOR SALE: A Singer Classic Study Porsche 911 Hits the Auction Block

Singer has definitely earned its place as perhaps the most respected name in the restoration and reimagining of Porsche 911s from 1989 to 1994, all based on the 964-generation chassis and tailored to the exacting standards of its elite clientele. Offered through RM Sotheby’s upcoming Sealed Drop auction is a...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Weissach

The GT3 RS, positioned at the pinnacle of the Porsche 911 lineup, is a street-legal race car boasting an impressive naturally aspirated boxer engine. The 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS distinguishes itself as one of the rare 911 models lacking a turbocharger, delivering remarkable handling, and exceptional downforce. The optional...

For Sale

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...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2015 Porsche 911 GT3

Porsche introduced the 991 GT3 for the 2014 model year, as follow up to the multiple 997 GT3 variants. The 991 GT3 featured a new 3.8 litre direct fuel injection (DFI) flat-six engine developing 475 hp (354 kW; 482 PS) at 8,250 rpm, Porsche’s Doppelkupplung (PDK) double-clutch gearbox, and rear-wheel...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 1957 Porsche 356 A Speedster Previously Owned By Michael Lang Now On Sale

Collecting Cars is currently offering a 1957 Porsche 356 A Speedster that was purchased and owned for 50 years by the famous co-creator of Woodstock Music & Art Festival, Michael Lang. Michael Lang started out as an owner of a head shop that was based in Coconut Grove, Florida. After...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 1960 Porsche 356B 1600 GS Carrera GT

Background Porsche is a brand built on a sporting reputation. Street cars become more attractive when sold with the dream of taking them on track. But, for a small subset of Porsche sports cars, motorsports pedigree is not a mere dream or aspiration, but a genuine component of the car’s...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

Porsche Speedster: Open-Air Performance Since 1952

1953-Porsche-356-America-Speedster-vs-2019-Porsche-Speedster-

For more than 70 years, the Porsche Speedster has stood for something pretty simple: an open-top sports car that focuses on driving without distractions. What started as a lightweight version of the Porsche 356 for American customers in the 1950s grew into one of the most recognizable variants in the...

For Sale

FOR SALE: Low Mileage Carrera GT to be Auctioned

A true collector’s piece from Porsche’s legendary Zuffenhausen factory, this 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is one of just 1,270 units produced and among only 644 delivered to the United States. Its 5.7L mid-mounted V-10 engine delivers 605 HP, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and a twin-disc ceramic dry clutch....

For Sale

FOR SALE: Ultra-Rare 2020 Porsche 935 Up For Sale

This 2020 Porsche 935 is a rare gem, being one of just 77 units produced for Porsche’s elite clientele. Derived from the Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2), this model boasts only 37 miles (60 km) on the odometer and is now offered for sale on SBX Cars. Inspired by the...

Rennsport Reunion

Rennsport Reunion 7: Opening highlights

After what felt like an eternity for Porsche enthusiasts, the seventh “family affair” of monumental proportions kicked off on the Monterey Peninsula, California on September 28th. Rennsport Reunion 7 includes a spectacular array of everything from vintage 356s to the new Mission X all-electric Hypercar which is on display for...

Luftgekühlt

Luftgekühlt 9: Just add water

Patrick Long For the best part of 20 years, Patrick Long was a Porsche factory driver. Having hung up his helmet at the end of 2021, today he remains a competition advisor for Porsche Motorsport, heading up North America’s young driver development program. But away from the circuit, for countless...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

Porsche 911 GT2 “Coppa Florio”

This bespoke Porsche 993 is no stranger to the Porsche world, though very few people are likely to have ever seen it in person. But if you type Coppa Florio and Porsche into an Internet search, you will encounter this GT2 immediately. There are official factory photos from the Exclusive...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Weissach

Initially shown as a concept at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, the 918 Spyder combined classic Porsche qualities with bleeding-edge technical capability; it featured an innovative hybrid drivetrain that promised to impart otherworldly performance with low fuel consumption and long electric range. Met with an ecstatic reception from the motoring...

Motorsport & Racing

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?...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

1977 Porsche 936—Against All Odds

In 1977, Porsche’s “improvised” Type 936/77 took on the full-court press of four Renaults at Le Mans. Retirements and technical troubles suggested that winning was out of the question. But neither its drivers nor Porsche number 4 believed that. Against strong opposition from Alpine-Renault and Alfa Romeo, Porsche took the...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2004 Porsche Carrera GT

The 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is powered by a V10 engine generating over 600 horsepower and features cutting-edge automotive technologies to deliver an unparalleled driving experience on the road. Noteworthy features include its 5.7-liter, 605-horsepower V10 engine, a monocoque chassis with carbon-reinforced plastic mounts, and the pioneering use of a...

Buyers Guides

Model Focus: Owning a Porsche 911 Carrera C4S (996)

As has been observed before, the advent of the 996 was a revolution at Porsche. If the longest-running sports car model in history was to have a future beyond the 1990s, it would require a comprehensive retranslation for the twenty-first century. The outcome was the radical new 996, which at...

For Sale

FOR SALE: A low-mileage 2015 Porsche 918 ‘Weissach’ Spyder

Porsche is undeniably one of the most successful car manufacturers in history, excelling in sports car and prototype racing while creating some of the world’s most iconic vehicles. Enthusiasts everywhere have their favorite Porsche, and collections often feature a diverse range of the brand’s models. Although Porsche has rarely ventured...

Vintage Racecar Articles

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

FOR SALE: 2017 Porsche 991.2 Turbo S With Aerokit Package For Sale

Our guys from PCarMarket is currently offering a 2017 Porsche 991.2 Turbo S with the Aerokit package. It is finished in Lava Orange and sports a two-tone Graphite Blue and Chalk leather interior. The Aerokit package adds the Aerokit Turbo package adds unique front and rear spoilers with side fins,...

The Story

Porsche Macan 95B.2 – The Story

1st Generation Porsche Macan (95B.2) Story & History Macan (2019 – 2021) Official photos: 2-litre 2018 July 25, S 2018 December 11, Turbo 2019 August 29, GTS 2019 December 17 / Premiere: 2018 July 25, Shanghai / Market launch: in the end of 2018 as a 2019 model 2019 –...

People & Profiles

Kévin Estre (FRA)

Born: 28 October 1988 Where: Lyon, France Lives: Höchst, Austria Marital Status: Single Height/Weight: 1.84 m/72 kg Hobbies: Badminton, skiing, all types of sport Kévin Estre heads into his first season as a Porsche works driver and thus has come full circle. The Frenchman honed his craft as a race...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster In Paint-To-Sample Ferrari Rosso Chiaro Now For Sale!

With its eye-catching double-humped fiberglass tonneau cover and lowered windshield, the Porsche 911 Speedster produced only in the one-1989 is instantly recognizable among many automotive enthusiasts. Designed to honor the 1954 356 Speedster, it initially appeared as it prototype in the mid-1980s before the production version came out for the...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 935 With Gulf Livery Is Heading To Auction

Porsche adeptly blends its vintage and contemporary vehicles to attract substantial investments from its affluent clientele. The 935, launched in 2018, stands out as arguably the most remarkable among them. This modern version pays homage to the iconic 935 Group 5 race car with a modern touch. Named the Porsche...

For Sale

FOR SALE: Porsche 911 Restomod By Singer Is Headed For Auction

1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Coupe By Singer

This Saturday, Mecum Auctions will be offering a beautiful 1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Coupe that has been reimagined by Singer at its Kissimmee 2024 auction. Singer Vehicle Design is perhaps the leading figure when it comes to reimagining Porsche 911s based on the 964-generation at the behest of their...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 911 Sally Special By Porsche And Pixar

In less than a week the Monterey Car Week will start, and they have just announced a very exciting update. RM Sotheby’s will be auctioning a one-off Porsche 911. The one-off was created in close collaboration with Pixar and was inspired by Sally Special from the Cars franchise. Proceeds of...

Daytona 24

2024 Rolex 24 at Daytona: Car-by-Car Recap

Words and Images by Kevin Ehrlich and Martin Raffauf An endurance race around the clock can pivot on the events of seconds. The margin at the finish of the 2024 Rolex 24 was only two seconds. Porsche’s Filipe Nasr outlasted Tom Blomquist to claim Porsche’s 19th overall win as a...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 1982 Porsche 911SC At Bonhams The Monaco Sale (With Photo Gallery)

There are only a few annual auctions that have built the reputation of having prestigious and quality lot as Bonhams, The Monaco Sale spring event. On May 13, Bonhams is set to deliver as a number of distinguished vintage automobiles in different categories will be put on the block ready...

Porsche Design

From Racing To The Road: Porsche Innovations

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

FOR SALE: 50k-Mile 1988 Porsche 944 S

Up For Grabs: 50k-Mile 1988 Porsche 944 S

In 1987 Porsche debuted the 944 S, the “S” standing for “Super”. It looked sportier than its non-S version and had substantial modifications to both the interior and the engine and offered more performance to Porsche customers. Generally the 944 S was a higher performance version of the stock 944....

Book Reviews

Book Review: John Fitzpatrick Group C Porsches – The Definitive History

John Fitzpatrick Group C Porsches – The Definitive History, Mark Cole. © Porter Press There seem to be a number of books entering the market right now on Porsche’s motor racing history. This is not a bad thing, because there is so much to explore about these fantastic and iconic...

Porsche Taycan Turbo GT

Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Is Now A Record Setting EV

Before the Porsche Taycan was released, if you wanted a fast EV, you weren’t exactly spoiled for choice. When 2019 came, this EV from a little German company in Stuttgart shattered expectations, becoming the benchmark for performance EV vehicles. Audi followed soon after, and Tesla revised their top model to become...

Book Reviews

Porsche Turbo

Porsche Turbo: The Inside Story of Stuttgart’s Turbocharged Road and Race Cars – by Randy Leffingwell © Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc. It may be a little after the official publication date, but I have only recently come across this book by Randy Leffingwell. As an expert and renowned author...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

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...

For Sale

FOR SALE: Sexy 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach

The 991-generation GT2 RS, introduced in 2017, became the most powerful 911 ever built, featuring a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter flat-six engine that produces 700 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. Power is delivered exclusively to the rear wheels through a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission and a limited-slip differential with Porsche Torque...

Tuning & Aftermarket

Meet the Tesla-Powered Porsche 911 Racecar

Three-quarter rear view of the E Porsche 911 restomod by Ruffian Cars

Reimagined as the all-electric “E Porsche 911,” this 1976 widebody Porsche 911 is a striking example of how historic icons are finding new life in the electric era. Originally crafted by John James Racing, it found its way into the hands of Chris Ashton from Ruffian Cars. However, after converting...

Buyers Guides

Model Focus: Owning a Porsche Cayman R (987)

The 987 Cayman and its immediate successor the 981 Cayman model represented Porsche’s first volume production mid-engined coupé. Using naturally aspirated flat six engines, it ran for a little over a decade until a turbocharged flat four changed the character of the car. Subtly differentiated from the Boxster from which...

Porsche Design

Tuthill Porsche GT ONE: Mid-Engined Homage to Porsche’s Dominant Racer From the 90s

Images courtesy of Tuthill Porsche, Stephan Bauer. Limited to 22 examples worldwide, Tuthill Porsche has taken the sheets of its newest build series entitled GT ONE. According to the British Porsche restoration and performance outfit, the idea for GT ONE came as a result from a conversation between the company’s...

For Sale

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...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder Live On Collecting Cars

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....

For Sale

FOR SALE: Ultra-Rare Porsche 911 Turbo S Hits the Auction Block

RM Sotheby’s is offering a rare 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo S, estimated to fetch up to $525,000 at their Arizona auction scheduled this week. With only 183 examples built for North America, this model is among the rarest and most desirable Porsche 911s. The Porsche 993 series, introduced in 1993,...

Book Reviews

Porsche – The Racing 914s

The 914 is the Porsche that most sports car enthusiasts turn up their noses at. Let’s face it, the 914 isn’t the most beautiful Porsche in the world, with its flat surfaces and angular styling. It looks unpretentious, unattractive, and was generally unloved by many. But is that a fair...

For Sale

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...

Sonderwunsch

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...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

IROC Porsches: The 935 & the International Race of Champions

The premise was disarmingly simple: a race bringing together the best drivers in motorsport, all competing in identical cars, in a spectacle designed around the requirements of television. It would consist of three forty-five-minute races over a weekend at the end of the 1973 season, followed by a final in...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder

This 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder, number 590 of 918 produced, showcases Porsche’s advanced approach to hybrid supercar performance. Introduced in 2010, the 918 combines a 608 HP 4.6L V8 with two electric motors delivering a combined 285 HP—one at each axle—for a total of three power sources. It uses a...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

Porsche 906 – Building a Racing Empire Part I

Setting the Scene The 1960s represented for Porsche, the busiest decade in the company’s history to date, with ten new road and race cars being introduced during the decade. And since those heady days, the Stuttgart manufacturer has not seen another decade in which so many different race cars were...

For Sale

FOR SALE: BaT Auctions presents “Gruppe P”

It only happens once in a lifetime; your 75th birthday. This June 8th marks Porsche’s 75th anniversary so Bring-a-Trailer auction juggernaut decided to give Porsche enthusiasts a special treat; Gruppe P. A collection of 7 truly impressive Porsches whose auctions collectively end on June 8th, Gruppe P is likely to...

Porsche 911 Porsche History Porsche 911 (996)PRR Featured Content & Premium Editorials

Book Review: Porsche’s 70th anniversary – we look back 20 years to 1998

Le Mans 24 Hour, 6/7 June 1998: Allan McNish, Stephane Ortelli and Laurent Aiello took the works #26 Porsche 911 GT1 to victory in the 1998 Le Mans 24 Hours This year, 2018, Porsche will celebrate its 70th anniversary. Although the official date for the registration of the first car, 356-001,...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

Racing the Porsche 962 with the Garbage Man: Bayside Racing – “Trash is Cash”

History At the start of the IMSA 1987 season, I was working for Bob Akin’s team running a Porsche 962 in IMSA. We did Daytona and Sebring, finished both races, then Akin decided to stop racing (He would briefly return later in 1987). Back then in IMSA, the teams were...

For Sale

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...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach

The Porsche 911 GT2RS name laid dormant in Stuttgart for almost ten years, last used in 2009 with the 997. Then, in 2017, the 991 GT2RS was announced. With a stupendous 700 horsepower from its 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged engine, this dual-clutch PDK, rear-wheel-drive “widow maker” was an instant sensation. Adding on...

Monterey Car Week

Coolest Porsches Crossing the Block at the Monterey Jet Center Auction (Aug 13–14, 2025)

Each August, the Monterey Jet Center Auction transforms from a sleek aviation hub into one of the most glamorous gatherings in the automotive calendar. Hosted by Broad Arrow in partnership with Motorlux, the event blends private jets, fine dining, and some of the world’s most desirable collector cars. For Porsche...

For Sale

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....

Porsche Video

VIDEO: Where is the Porsche Market Headed in 2022?

Last night the Porsche Club of America had a great discussion on the Porsche market and where they think prices are headed. It is definitely an interesting year ahead so for anybody in the market for a Porsche, it is well worth the time to watch it....

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic

The 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic, based on the 992 platform, combines retro-inspired styling with modern performance. Design elements include a Carrera RS 2.7–style ducktail spoiler, Fuchs-style wheels, a carbon-fiber double-bubble roof, gold badging, an early-style Porsche crest, twin racing stripes, and a numbered dashboard plaque. The interior features houndstooth...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 In PTS Pastel Orange

The 718 Porsche Cayman GT4 is everything you could possibly want in a sports car. The sublime combination of a legendary chassis and naturally aspirated 6-cylinder Porsche engine is accentuated by the emphasis that less is more when done right – and nobody does this better than Porsche’s GT division. No...

For Sale

FOR SALE: Ultra-Rare ’73 Porsche 911 Carrera RS in Gulf Orange

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 Audiobahn Podcast

The Audiobahn E4: The Porsche 906 + 911R

Episode Four: The Porsche 906 & 911R 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 Four is all about the Porsche 906 and the 911R. Read the Podcast...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 2024 Porsche 911 S/T Heritage Design

The Porsche 911 S/T is a purist’s sports car, combining modern engineering with motorsport technology and simplicity. Built for winding roads, it features a unique damper setup, shorter gearing, and a 518-horsepower naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine from the GT3 RS, which revs to 9,000 rpm, paired with a lightweight...

People & Profiles

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...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

Sports cars – it’s horses for courses

Kieron Fennelly sitting behind the wheel of his 993 Owning a sports car is a compromise: on the one hand, it doesn’t have the space of a family estate, and for some it is slightly less practical as a daily run around. On the other hand, it has superior performance...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

125 Years of AWD: How Porsche Made All-Wheel Drive a Performance Tool

1984 Porsche 953 vs 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar

In 1900, Ferdinand Porsche stunned the world with an electric car powered by wheel-hub motors, an all-wheel-drive marvel decades before AWD became commonplace. Ever since, Porsche has quietly led the way in AWD innovation, weaving breakthroughs into everything from rally beasts to electric sports sedans. In this article, we’ll explore...

The Story

Porsche Panamera 970.1 – The Story

1st Generation Porsche Panamera (970.1) Story & History Panamera (2009 – 2013) Official photos: 2008 November 24 / Premiere: 2009 April 19 at Auto Shanghai / Market launch: 2009 September Performance Data (1st Gen Panamera) Panamera History Porsche planned to launch a 4-door car called 989 already in 1995 as the successor...

Book Reviews

Targa Florio – 20th Century Epic

Targa Florio – 20th Century Epic: Pino Fondi & Gianni Cancellieri © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale Mention the words ‘Targa Florio’ and any motorsport enthusiast’s thoughts will drift off to those tortuous roads, tight bends, sheer drops, villages crowded with eager spectators standing on pavements with race cars rushing by just...

For Sale

FOR SALE: Rare 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo S on Bring A Trailer

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...

The Story

Porsche Boxster 986 – The Story

1st Generation Porsche Boxster (986) Story & History Porsche Boxster (1997 – 2004) Date of unveil by Porsche AG: official photos in March 1996 (Geneva Motor Show) / Premiere: Journalist events from August 23, 1996 in Bergisch Gladbach, Germany, public premiere October 3, 1996 Mondial de l’automobile Paris Motor Show...

People & Profiles

Meet The Writers: Glen Smale’s Passion for Preserving Porsche History

Origins in Speed: A Childhood Fueled by Motorsport Glen Smale was born in East London, South Africa, a scenic coastal town that sparked his lifelong love affair with motorsport. His earliest memories are tied to the roar of engines and the excitement of race day, often shared with his father....

Homepage Feature

Marketplace: One-owner 1990 Ruf BTR III

Highlights 1 registered owner! Research from experts indicates less than 10 Slantnose examples built The most advanced and powerful Ruf BTR – Version III Extremely rare RUF VIN BTR – approx. 25 total made worldwide 12,749 original miles – Documented maintenance history since new Stunning Grand Prix White and black...

For Sale

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...

For Sale

FOR SALE: BTR-Modified 1991 Porsche 964 Turbo

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...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 1987 Porsche 911 Turbo Slantnose Cabriolet

Live now on Mecum Auctions is perhaps one of the most popular Porsches of the 1980s, a beautiful 1987 Porsche 911 Turbo Slantnose. This example was built on May 27, 1987 and is reportedly one of the 130 factory-built 505 Flachbau Slantnose Turbo Cabriolets imported into the United States. With...

People & Profiles

Romain Dumas (FRA)

Romain Dumas, Porsche works driver, Le Mans 24H, 2016 Born: 14th December 1977 Where: Alès, France Lives: Basel, Switzerland Marital Status: Partner Elysia, one son (Gabin) Height/Weight: 1.74 m/62 kg Hobbies: Rallying, jet-ski, jogging, squash A full season in the FIA World Endurance Championship as a Porsche works driver, including...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 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....

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

50 Years of Boost: The Porsche 911 Turbo’s Evolution from Icon to Legend

The Porsche 911 Turbo has been a standout in automotive history since it first hit the scene in 1974. It was Porsche’s risky move to bring turbocharging to the masses, and with serious power, in a package that was unmistakably 911 in design and handling. Over time, it has grown...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

Racing in the Sun

For some, motor racing is an inevitability. It is a passion that they are born with and it is just a matter of time before they slip behind the wheel of a racing car. For these chosen few, this inborn factor elevates them to a level above the rest of...

For Sale

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...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 1989 RUF CTR YellowBird Sells for $6,055,000

Almost tripling the highest price paid for a RUF at any auction, Gooding & Co just landed a whopping $6,055,000 for this “Time Capsule” example at their Amelia Island Auction. In the highly competitive world of “Boutique 911” builds, this sale proves the RUF stands on top in the eyes...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 1990 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 Backdate RoW

This 1990 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 Coupe was originally distributed by Mizwa Porsche of Japan and came from the factory with a rare Murano Green color, sunroof delete, and a 5-speed G50 manual gearbox. A previous owner in Japan gave the car a custom RSR-style restoration which included backdated bodywork,...

Motorsport & Racing

A decade and a half of 911 racing in Europe Part 1

Spa 24-Hour, 2 August 2008: The #160 Prospeed Competition Porsche 997 GT3 Cup S was driven by David Loix (B)/David Dermont (B)/Franz Lamot (B)/Jan Heylen (B) Over the years, we have attended many motor races and seen first-hand how the performance of the evergreen Porsche 911 has improved. This feature,...

Featured Content & Premium Editorials

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...

World's Fastest Growing Porsche Community