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Model Focus: Owning a Porsche 911 Carrera GTS (991.1)

The 991.1 range (2012-2016) had the most powerful naturally-aspirated series production engines ever built by Porsche. Producing an exceptional 110bhp/litre, the 991.1 Carrera GTS was the top of the range. Subsequently environmental legislation would oblige Porsche to build smaller engines and extract more power by turbocharging. History & Tech The...

FOR SALE: 1995 Porsche 911 Carrera Gunther Werks 400R

Gunther Werks, based in Huntington Beach, California, was founded by Peter Nam—CEO of carbon-fiber specialist Vorsteiner—with a clear mission: to reinterpret Porsche’s 993-generation 911 through the lens of the later GT3 ethos. Each build starts with a bare steel unibody that is seam-welded for added rigidity before receiving an array...

FOR SALE: 1988 Porsche 959

1988 Porsche 959 Komfort

Listed for auction on Bring a Trailer is a legendary Porsche 959 with a current bid exceeding $1.3 million. Originally built as a Group B rally car, the 959 was Porsche’s original supercar. Porsche eventually built in a limited run of 337 units. When it hit the road, the 959...

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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: Check Out This Well-Optioned 2015 Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS For Sale On Collecting Cars

Sporty, stylish, and a super-fast all-weather grand tourer is how would you like to best describe this 2015 Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS currently offered for sale on Collecting Cars. The Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS delivers very safe driving enjoyment with all-wheel drive and a rollover protection bar; it...

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12 Hours of Sebring 2017: Race Report

The #911 Porsche of Patrick Pilet, Dirk Werner and Frédéric Makowiecki speeds around the Sebring circuit at this last weekend’s race. They finished seventh in class Following their second- and sixth-place finishes at Daytona a few weeks back, the Porsche GTLM squad were understandably upbeat about their chances in the...

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Retrospect: Porsche 918

Background While Porsche has long since been revered as a European sports car company, “Supercar” has not been part of their vocabulary. That changed with the Porsche 959, introduced in 1986, which many consider the first German supercar. Designed as a technological marvel, it featured advanced all-wheel drive, a 2.85L...

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Porsche-Gordini: Motorsport’s Little Frankenstein

Delfosse: The Man Behind The Idea Before discussing the car itself, special mention must be made of the creator of this strange machine, and that was Curt Delfosse. Curt, just one of the many figures in the fascinating world of post-war motorsports, was the eldest son of a line of...

FOR SALE: Documented 1970 Porsche 911 ST

Background The 911ST was offered from 1970 to 1972 in a factory race or rally specification 911. If you wanted a factory-built 911 race car from Porsche during this time, this is what you ordered. Only 23 of these lightweight Porsche’s were purportedly built. The cars were based oﬀ a...

FOR SALE: Singer Classic with 37 miles!

Highlights Singer Classic – The first iteration of reimagining the Porsche 911 New, recently completed example! 37 miles! 4.0L air-cooled flat six engine with 390 horsepower built by Ed Pink Racing Engines Spec’d with optional close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission Spec’d with optional Brembo carbon ceramic brakes, optional Ohlins adjustable shock...

“Edith: Porsche’s Volcano Ascent” Available Again

After some licensing issues that temporarily halted the viewing of this award-winning documentary, the film is once again available on Prime Video. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member? Sign in to your account here....

FOR SALE: 1988 PORSCHE 930 TURBO SLANTNOSE

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

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Porsche 356 SL at Le Mans

Porsche 356 SL bodies lined up in the Reutter workshop (Werk 2) in 1951. This facility was used as the Porsche race department in the early days The date was 23 June 1951, and sixty race cars lined up at 16h00 for the start of the nineteenth running of the...

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Meet the Meyers Manx Carrera GT, a Fuhrmann Four-Cam Powered Dune Buggy

Meyers Manx Carrera GT

Photography courtesy of Road Scholars. No need to squint. That lump hanging out the back of this Meyers Manx is a genuine Fuhrmann four-cam engine. Indeed, this is a real, fully functional, road-and-track ready (if you have the balls for it) Meyers Manx, the output of a collaboration between noted...

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,...

Porsche & Indy – The Tale of Two Worlds (Part 3)

We return to the year 1980 and the ill-fated Typ 940 program. By 1979, Porsche had become ubiquitous in the American car market. Offering products that mixed economy, performance, and, more importantly, an identity blended with a unique lifestyle, the Zuffenhausen brand knew it had struck gold. It is no...

FOR SALE: TechArt-Modified 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe

Experience the ultimate thrill of driving with this 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo S coupe, which was modified by TechArt to enhance its already exceptional performance. This beauty features a twin-turbocharged 3.8L flat-six engine that generates power to all four wheels via a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transaxle and an electronically locking...

FOR SALE: 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 3.8

Launched in 1993, the Carrera RSR 3.8 was designed as a ready-to-race variant of the Carrera RS. Sharing the RS’s widebody shell, it featured an aluminum hood, lightweight doors, thinner side and rear glass, and an adjustable rear wing. Powering the RSR 3.8 was an air-cooled, naturally aspirated six-cylinder Type...

FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2004 Porsche 911 (996) Turbo With X50 Performance Package

Collecting Cars is currently offering a low mileage example of a 2004 Porsche 911 Turbo equipped with the optional X50 Performance Package. The optional X50 Performance Package gave the base Turbo larger K24 turbochargers and intercoolers, a revised ECU and a quad-pipe exhaust, raising the engine’s output from 415 to 450 bhp and...

A Practical Guide to Buying a Damaged Porsche 911 (and Rebuilding It Properly)

Neglected Porsche 911 911 SC 3.0 buried in the woods

If you’re a Porsche enthusiast who follows news regularly, you probably know by now that prices for used 911s have skyrocketed in the last few years. The current market for 911 often forces prospective owners to buy a damaged car and turn it into a rebuilding project, potentially saving thousands...

FOR SALE: 1979 Porsche 930 Turbo With Under 7,500 Miles Is Up For Grabs

1979 Porsche 930 Turbo With Under 7,500 Miles Is Up For Grabs

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...

FOR SALE: Great Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach

Listed for sale on Bring A Trailer is a low mileage 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS, equipped with factory 20″ and 21″ magnesium center-lock wheels and the coveted $18,000 Weissach Package. This package further reduces weight with carbon-fiber components for the roof panel and anti-roll bars. Introduced at the 2017...

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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...

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Intercontinental GT Challenge Bathurst

Mount Panorama Circuit, Bathurst, New South Wales After Daytona and Dubai, the twelve-hour race in Bathurst, Australia is the third major long-distance race of the season. On the Mount Panorama Circuit in the foothills of the Blue Mountains, the Walkinshaw GT3 team will field a Porsche 911 GT3 R on...

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Porsche and the US

Porsche 356 Cabriolet competing at an aerodrome race in the USA, ca. 1952/1953 America has for decades been Porsche’s biggest market, and this was important for the young and growing company. In some ways, the importance of this market even influenced the development of certain models. In this feature, Porsche...

Porsche at Le Mans Part I: 1951 to 1963

The name Porsche is synonymous with the world’s toughest endurance race, the 24-Hours of Le Mans, boasting an unbroken run of 65 years. During this time, they have amassed 18 victories. This is Part I of their story… The Veuillet/Mouche 356 SL proved reliable on its Le Mans debut in...

The Future of Porsche Cayman GT4 and Boxster Spyder Prices

Porsche Cayman GT4 and Boxster Spyder Prices

What Is Going On With Boxster & Cayman Prices? Cayman GT3 and Boxster Spyder prices are at a crucial point. After years of increases, prices came down by 4% to 7%. Yet, the prices are still much stronger than in the rest of the exotic car market. Will Cayman and...

FOR SALE: 2003 Porsche 911 (996) GT2

The power unit featured in the new Porsche 911 GT2 is a high-performance evolution version of the six-cylinder horizontally opposed engine first appearing in the 911 Turbo. The two turbochargers now have an even higher air throughput allowing an increase in charge pressure under full load to 2 bar. Output...

FOR SALE: Check Out This One-Owner 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo On Bring A Trailer!

The Porsche 911 Turbo also known as the 993 was available between late 1995 to 1998. Powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.6 liter flat six, it was rated at 408-horsepower. It’s distinguished easily from the rear, as the whale-tail spoiler is quite deep to house the intercoolers meant to cool the...

Restomod Porsche

1958 Porsche 356 Odyssey

When Henk Spin purchased a 356 A Coupé as a restoration project, he had no idea that it was not a standard-issue vehicle, but rather a factory one-off full of special requests. Ten years later, the 1958 classic car had been restored to its former glory in the special color...

FOR SALE: 1994 Porsche 964 Slant-nose Icon

80s/90s Icon As the manufacture of the Porsche 964 3.6-liter Turbo was winding down towards the end of 1993, there were purportedly 93 Turbo coupes left in factory inventory. In response, Porsche sent these remaining chassis to its Exclusive Department – a specialized division within the company that focused on...

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1971 Daytona 24 hours – Battle of the Giants

The Martini team run by Hans-Dieter Dechent had three cars, two to race, and one T-car. The #3 was driven by the two Austrians, Helmut Marko and Rudi Lins Some say this was the best Daytona 24 hour ever. It certainly was the closest finish up to that point in time....

People & Profiles

Sven Müller (GER)

Porsche 944 (MY 1989-1991) - Spare Part Codes & Catalog

Born: 7 February 1992 Where: Mainz, Germany Lives: Bingen, Germany Height: 1.81m Career 2017 Porsche works driver 2016 Porsche Junior, 1st Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup Championship, 1st Porsche Carrera Cup Deutschland Championship 2015 Porsche Junior, 2nd Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup Championship, Porsche Carrera Cup Deutschland Championship 2014 Porsche Junior, 1st...

FOR SALE: Stunning 1956 Porsche 550 Spyder For Sale

Barn Find of the Year Expected to Fetch Up to US$2MM The Porsche 550 was Porsche’s first production racing car, completely street legal, it could be driven to the races and back home. It had a flat DOHC engine, meaning it had 4 overhead camshafts like the Porsche type 360...

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Rennmeister – 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR

The original idea for this “special” feature had been to do a test on Porsche’s famed Moby Dick…the 935/78 long-tail beast from 1978, the company’s first racecar with water-cooled cylinder heads. However, that particular machine was on tour in China and not due back at the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart...

FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2022 Porsche 911 Targa 4

The Targa 4’s main feature is its unique sunroof panel that allows you to enjoy this Porsche almost all year round. Add all-wheel drive and the sexiest design in the business, and this is the posers Porsche 911. The Targa 4 gets the same powertrain as the base 911s, a...

A Winners Genes – Porsche 997 GT3 RSR 2011

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Porsche Decades by Jay Gillotti

Porsche Decades book

All images: © Dalton Watson Fine Books There are so many books that have been written on just about every Porsche model and motorsport achievement over the years, that it would be a fair to ask why we need yet another one. But therein lies the opportunity, because the subject...

VIDEO: Tuning Porsche 911s By Akira Nakai

Get to know Akira Nakai as he talks about his work tuning Porsches and cutting up 911s. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member? Sign in to your account here....

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My first race as a crewman – Sebring 1978

12 Hours of Sebring, 18 March 1978: The #9 Dick Barbour Racing Porsche 935 driven by Brian Redman, Charles Mendez and Bob Garretson In the early to mid-1970’s I had been working part time (race weekends) as an IMSA tech inspector at some of the races, mainly the ones that...

FOR SALE: 1995 Porsche 911 Speedster Remastered by Gunther Werks

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

FOR SALE: 1995 Porsche 911 (993) Carrera RS

The Carrera RS 3.8 is the ultimate lightweight special edition 911 variant of the 993 Carrera generation. It featured a naturally aspirated 3.8 liter engine with 300 hp and 262 lb/ft of torque. On the outside, it has aggressive looks, that easily distinguishable rear wing, small front flaps and 3-piece...

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...

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 Panamera 970.1 – 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...

FOR SALE: Porsche 917 “Tribute”

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...

Prinz-Heinrich-Fahrt 1910, 02-08.06.1910, winner: Austro-Daimler 27/80, Ferdinand Porsche (Allgemeine Automobil Zeitung, 1910)

FOR SALE: 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder

Considered by many to be the ultimate Porsche, the 918 Spyder defined the hypercar genre with its graceful blend of race-car performance, cutting-edge technology, drop-dead gorgeous style and environmental sensitivity. The plug-in hybrid features a 4.6L direct fuel-injected engine derived from the RS Spyder LMP2, complemented by front and rear...

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The Porsche 996 Reinvented an Icon with Water-Cooled Precision

Side view of a red Porsche 911 996 Targa

When the covers came off the 911 (996) in 1997, it was clear Porsche had crossed a line it couldn’t uncross. The air-cooled flat-six—an unmistakable part of the 911’s identity for 34 years—was gone. In its place sat a water-cooled engine, the kind of thing purists swore they’d never accept....

Le Mans 2025: Ferrari Wins, But Porsche Made Them Work for It

Photography by Matty White Media Every June, Le Mans isn’t just a race—it’s an event. A 24-hour endurance battle that kicks off an absolute gauntlet of summer racing: Nürburgring 24, Spa 24, and IMSA’s Six Hours of the Glen all roll in shortly after. But none carry the weight of...

FOR SALE: Stunning 2017 Porsche 991.2 Carrera S in Sapphire Metallic Blue Up For Grabs

Stunning 2017 Porsche 991.2 Carrera S in Sapphire Metallic Blue Up For Grabs

PCarMarket is currently auctioning a 2017 Porsche 991.2 Carrera S painted in Sapphire Blue Metallic over a black leather interior. If you can remember, 2017 was the first year when the turbocharged Carrera was introduced to the public and that is exactly what you get from this Porsche. It boasts...

FOR SALE: 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Weissach

The Porsche 918 Spyder combined a naturally aspirated 4.6-liter V8 engine with an electric powertrain, adding 280 horsepower from two electric motors, resulting in a total output that made it one of the fastest-accelerating production cars, reaching 0-60 mph in 2.2 seconds. Porsche enhanced handling with a four-wheel drive system,...

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Pulling the Rabbit out of the hat – 1980 IMSA Portland

The cars come around for the start – Fitzpatrick (left) and Moretti (right) lead the pack By the time the Dick Barbour Racing team arrived in Portland for the Rose Cup IMSA race in August of 1980, we were in good spirits. The week before at the Sears Point IMSA...

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911 Carrera RS 2.7

Simon Kidston has unearthed and sold the rarest classic vehicles worldwide, including the most expensive car ever traded. But there is one car he will never sell. The world-famous classic car dealer Simon Kidston knows the power of time and has built his career on time’s ability to infuse desire....

FOR SALE: Ultra-Rare 2024 Porsche 911 GT3 R Rennsport Up For Grabs

Limited to only 77 units, the Porsche 911 GT3 R rennsport is a track-focused creation free from racing regulations. Based on the 992-generation GT3 R, it shares the race car’s foundations but abandons FIA restrictions on weight, power, and aerodynamics. The result is a purpose-built machine designed purely for performance...

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Porsche celebrates motorsport icon Walter Röhrl’s 70th

A special exhibition at the Porsche Museum celebrates Walter Röhrl’s 70th birthday ‘Genius on wheels’ is the name of the exhibition at the Porsche Museum in Zuffenhausen that honours rally racing legend Walter Röhrl on his 70th birthday. From 14 March to 14 May 2017, the Museum will be displaying...

Photo Gallery: Porsche Finishes Top 10 at 2024 Crowdstrike Spa 24H

Photography by Matty White Media. Comtoyou Racing made history by winning the 2024 CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa for Aston Martin, ending a 76-year wait for the brand’s victory at the event. The race was highly competitive, featuring dramatic moments, particularly in the final hour. The Belgian squad’s triumph was...

Rennsport Reunion

Porsche announces Grand Marshals for Rennsport Reunion 7

Icons of Porsche – Taken seriously! Icons of Porsche is not just the theme for Rennsport Reunion 7, but represents the talented people who have pushed the limits, taken risks and bravely driven Porsche to success over the past 75 years as a sports car marque. Porsche Cars North America...

FOR SALE: Insanely Fast 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS

2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS

The 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is a brute, a lightweight, twin-turbocharged, 620-hp bout of madness that stemmed from Stuttgart’s quest to see how high up the sports-car ladder the 911 could punch. It was the most serious roadgoing Porsche ever at the time. The engine is a port-injected, 3.6-liter...

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: 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”...

FOR SALE: Everrati 911 Show Car

Factory Direct Straight from the factory, Everrati has announced its left-hand-drive 964-based 911 wide-body is available for purchase. Lighter than a 964 Turbo, with instant torque, this hand-built EV sports car blends Porsche DNA with modern performance. A celebrated show car, it has turned heads at some of the world’s...

The Penske Panzer

The Can-Am Porsche 917 The Can-Am Race Series, held from 1966 to 1974, helped propel professional sports car racing to new heights of popularity in the United States. The series was governed by an open and simple set of rules, which created an environment that brought the most powerful and...

Four Very Special Porsche Masterpieces Up for Auction This Friday

Porsche Unicorns Being Auctioned on May 13th Our friends at Bonhams have a special auction this weekend and for Porsche buyers it may be the holy grail of amazing cars to buy. The Monaco Sale ‘Les Grandes Marques à Monaco’ starts this Friday May 13th and there are a trio...

Porsche 934 – Chassis #930 770 0951

In 1977, to participate in the SCCA Trans-Am championship, American pilot Monte Shelton and, concurrently, owner of Monte’s Motors Co. (it still exists today and sells cars), purchased a used 934/5 from Jim Busby. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started...

Porsche’s Strategy in an Era of Electrification

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...

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Porsche Carrera RS (Type 964)

Porsche 964 Carrera RS 3.6-litre (1992), January 2017 Porsche’s popular 911 model range has evolved hugely over the years, but a few iconic models stand out head and shoulders above the rest. In 1973, the Carrera RS 2.7 lifted the bar in the sports car market, but a decade and...

FOR SALE: Irish Green 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach Pack

The 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is painted in custom-ordered, non-metallic Irish Green and comes with the Weissach Package, featuring exposed carbon fiber on the hood and roof panel. The car is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.8L flat-six engine that was factory rated at 700 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of...

Porsche Legend Hans-Joachim Stuck

His name is inseparable from the Porsche 962. When Hans-Joachim Stuck climbed into the cockpit of the Group C prototype in the mid-1980s, it marked the most successful chapter of his long career. Renowned for his ability to maintain a relentless pace over long distances and for the meticulous feedback...

Christmas gift ideas for the Porsche Enthusiast 2016

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...

Marketplace: Collecting Cars Returns to Rétromobile

The Collecting Group returns to Rétromobile Paris (28 January – 1 February 2026) with a curated display of top-tier collector cars, marking seven years since the launch of Collecting Cars at the show in 2019 Highlights Follows a record-breaking year for Collecting Cars, with over $320 million (€275 million) in...

FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2018 Porsche 911 Carrera T

To the untrained eye, the Carrera T may appear to be a bare-bones and sparingly equipped 911 at first glance. With a brief history lesson – and by taking a closer, more discerning look – it becomes clear that this really is not the case. The 911 has always been...

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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: 1986 Porsche 944 Safari ‘Rothmans’

Only 12 hours to go to acquire a comprehensively modified 1986 Porsche 944 Safari ‘Rothmans’ example that is currently on offer at Collecting Cars. Delivered new with an Alpine White (L90E) finish, the example is now wrapped in the iconic ‘Rothmans’ color scheme from the 1986 Paris-Dakar-winning Porsche 959. They...

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The Porsche Carrera 911 RS 2.7: Fifty Years of Perfection

Imagine, if you will, that you are in Paris, France, in October 1972. There is an automobile show, a fairly large one, currently happening at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles convention center, and all the big names you know of are there. Renault, Peugeot, Ferrari, Aston Martin, the whole...

FOR SALE: Supercharged 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 6-Speed

An Original Owner Car The Porsche 911 Carrera 4S coupe is a much-loved car by so many folks, and if you’ve always wanted to own one from the mid-1990s, then this is your chance. The car you see here is currently for sale at Bring A Trailer. This 1996 Porsche...

Ferdinand Porsche: Genesis of Genius

Every once in a while a man or woman comes along who wants to shake the tree, turn convention on its side, or just to improve the way we do things. Having written several books on the Porsche marque, when the opportunity arose to review Karl Ludvigsen’s book, Ferdinand Porsche:...

FOR SALE: Super Rare RUF Turbo R Limited Estimated sold for Over $2MM

1998 Ruf Turbo R Limited The Ultimate Restomod In 1998, RUF built the Turbo R in honor of the 993 Turbo. It had a revised flat-six engine with 490 horsepower, a modified suspension, an integrated roll cage, and a lot more. Nearly two decades later, in 2016, RUF announced the...

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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...

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Porsche 356: Made by Reutter

Porsche 356 – Made by Reutter: by Frank Jung © Delius Klasing Verlag When the second edition of this fine publication was released back in April 2019 in German, I enquired immediately as to when the English edition would be available. I was told it would be coming onto the...

FOR SALE: 2024 Porsche 911 S/T

The Porsche 911 S/T is a limited-edition driver-focused sports car built to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the 911, produced in a limited run of 1,963 units. It shares the high-revving, naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine from the GT3 RS, delivering 518 horsepower and 342 lb.-ft of torque, paired with...

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My First 1973/4 Porsche RSR

John Starkey, Sandra, and Mauro Borella

My first “real” racing car was a Porsche RS/R, which I bought in the mid-1980s. Previously, I had done quite a lot of Hillclimbs in England with, first of all, a variety of Jaguar XK120s and then a 1974 Porsche RS 3.0, (911 460 9034), which was followed up by...

FOR SALE: One-of-a-Kind Paint to Sample 918 Spyder Up For Auction

The Porsche 918 Spyder was a mid-engined, plug-in hybrid hypercar. Its potent combination of a naturally aspirated V8 and two electric motors produced a staggering 887 horsepower. This technological marvel shattered speed records, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in a mind-boggling 2.6 seconds. Despite its incredible performance, the 918 remained...

Porsche 911 (991)

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach Manthey Performance Package

The 991-generation GT2 RS arrived in 2017 as the most powerful production 911 ever built at the time. At its heart is a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter flat-six producing 700 horsepower, delivered exclusively to the rear wheels through a seven-speed PDK transmission. Capable of rocketing from 0–60 mph in just 2.8 seconds...

FOR SALE: Can this Porsche Carrera GT set an Auction Record?

In January, a Porsche Carrera GT set a world record when sold on the Bring-a-Trailer website for a cool $2 million. It eclipsed the $1.9 million paid for a Guards Red Carrera GT in December 2021. The supercar had only 250 miles on the odometer and came with a complete...

Porsche T-Shirts

The 10 Best Porsche T-Shirts & The Cars That Inspired Them

If there is one thing that can be said about those who are enthusiastic about, or even own, a car from our favorite manufacturer in Stuttgart, it’s that we all appreciate showing our enthusiasm in many ways. Some draw, others write, and even more take really nice pictures or videos...

FOR SALE: Signal Yellow 2019 Porsche 911 GT3

Live on Bring A Trailer is an exquisite 2019 Porsche 911 GT3, boasting a mere 1,600 miles on its odometer. This remarkable vehicle is propelled by a 4.0-liter flat-six engine, mated to a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transaxle. Its exterior is finished in a custom Signal Yellow paint with sleek black...

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A Sting in the Tale

Le Mans 24 Hours, 31 May-1 June 1986: Start of the race – Porsches dominate the lead group In Part 1, Stories from Le Mans – with a Porsche flavour, our intrepid scribbler who hails from that beautiful part of South Africa, the Western Cape, shares with us some hilarious...

Austro-Daimler ADS-R “Sascha” Diagram

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FOR SALE: 1991 Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Coupe by RWB

This 1991 Porsche 964 Carrera 4 is an exceptional, one-of-a-kind build that was commissioned to RWBLA, a team of experts with years of experience. The car underwent a Super Wide Body conversion, with custom RWB bodywork hand-fitted by Nakai San. The car is finished in a stunning Lido Gold 3-stage...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 935

This 2019 Porsche 935 is the 13th of 77 examples built as a track-only, non-homologated homage to the original 935 racing platform as part of Porsche’s celebration of its 70th anniversary. It was delivered new to the selling dealer at the Portimao Algarve International Circuit in Portugal and was subsequently...

FOR SALE: Ex Barry Bonds’ Modified Porsche 964 Speedster Up For Sale

Since its debut in 1954, the Porsche Speedster has adhered to a simple design: two seats, a low, curved windshield, and a basic folding fabric top. Conceived by American importer Max Hoffman as an affordable addition to Porsche’s lineup, the 356-based Speedster became an instant hit with its raked, removable...

Austro-Daimler – A History

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RM Sotheby’s Celebrates 70 years of Porsche with a Stellar Selection

Lot 200 – 1983 Porsche 956-110 awaits its turn on the auction block The mental wheels started turning when RM Sotheby’s announced on 9 March 2018 that a single marque Porsche auction would be held at the Porsche Cars North America facility in Atlanta on the weekend of 27 October....

FOR SALE: 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS

Built as a road-legal homologation special, the GT3 RS blurs the line between production car and race machine. Its bold graphics and color-matched wheels pay tribute to icons like the early-1970s Carrera 2.7 RS. The 911 GT3 RS first appeared in 2003 at the end of the 996 generation, evolving...

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Finding the ‘Ratt’

Le Mans 24 Hours, 14-15 June 1975: Porsche 9083 in the paddock ahead of the race (copyright Yves Ronga) When I’m not helping to sell the occasional old race car, or visiting old race car meetings, I’ve usually got my head down, researching various projects for clients, usually to do...

FOR SALE: Bid on this Rare 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Touring on RM Sotheby’s

In 1973, Porsche brought back the “Carrera” name, inspired by past victories in Mexico’s Carrera Panamericana, for its high-performance 911 Carrera RS (RennSport). Originally meant as a limited run of 500 for Group 4 racing homologation, demand surged, leading to 1,580 units and allowing entry into Group 3. The first...

Porsche History

Porsche Race Cars of the Pacific Northwest

Porsche cars parked in lot

Editor’s note: Harvey Sherman recently covered several of the most iconic Porsche race cars in the Pacific Northwest. Below, he shares his thoughts and observations on the highlights. The BP Racing Garage Bob Rygg and Peter Juvet (who own two of the cars featured below) use this garage as their...

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?...

FOR SALE: Low Mileage 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo S

In 1997, Porsche produced a limited factory-production run of what is the last air-cooled 911 Turbo, the 993 Turbo S. All 993 Turbo S were fitted with most Turbo options as standard and also came standard with Aerokit II front and rear spoilers, unique side air ducts and front air...

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