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RM Sotheby’s to Auction the Exquisite “Abu Dhabi” Singer-Restored 911

Singer Vehicle Design has established itself as the leading restorer of reimagined Porsche 911s, each built on the revered 964-generation chassis and tailored to the tastes of its discerning, high-end clientele. Finished in Delicate Blue with racing side stripes and “Porsche” script, this exceptional example of Singer craftsmanship is paired...

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Porsche 956/962 Engines – Group C vs IMSA

Lined up for the photo shoot following scrutineering for the 1982 Le Mans 24 Hours are the three works Group C Porsche 956s – they would finish the race in the order of their racing numbers: the #1 finished first, the #2 was second and the #3 third In the...

KAMManufaktur unveils its first 912c

This very special car has been hand-crafted by KAMM engineers using an original short-wheelbase 1966 Porsche sourced from the USA. Every element has been tailored to the exact requirements of its new owner, from the ultra-lightweight KAMM carbon-hybrid wheels to the uprated air-conditioning which will ensure comfortable use in the...

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Group C Porsche Celebration at Silverstone Classic 2022

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The Right Place at the Right Time

The 996 Turbo basking in the beauty of the Western Cape How our man, Richard Wiley, came to be the custodian of two Porsche 911s over a period of nearly nine months. Porsche Road & Race contributor, Richard Wiley, has spent many hours of his life in aeroplanes, travelling primarily...

People & Profiles

Dr. Wolfgang Porsche turns 80

80 years strong Porsche Newsroom: “The Porsche myth lives and will never perish!” – Dr. Wolfgang Porsche made this legendary promise to the Porsche team in Zuffenhausen in July 2009 and gave them confidence in difficult times. Today, the Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Porsche AG is celebrating his...

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History and future of the Porsche 911

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

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

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

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

FOR SALE: Stunning Restomod 911 – Paul Stephens Clubsport 320 ‘Touring’

Paul Stephens Clubsport 320 ‘Touring’ We have already talked about the exciting Air Cooled Sunday program that Collecting Cars is running and why we, as Porsche geeks are spending a lot of time on their site drooling over the cars we want to buy. This is the Paul Stephens 320...

FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2016 Porsche 911 R Now Up For Auction

Low Mileage 2016 Porsche 911 R Now Up For Auction

Porsche answered the calls of their faithful fans and as a result they designed the 2016 Porsche 911 R with the sole purpose of delivering an enjoyable driving performance. It’s completely different from the GT3 RS with its big spoiler, an overly stiffened suspension and an estranged paddled gearbox that made...

Porsche Rarities Heading to Air | Water

Broad Arrow Auctions, a Hagerty company, is thrilled to announce an exclusive Porsche-only auction in partnership with the first-ever Air|Water standalone event. Air|Water is the brainchild of Luftgekühlt founder Patrick Long, who is well-known and respected in the Porsche world and has organized world-class gatherings for the Porsche community to...

Motorsport & Racing

Porsche at Le Mans Part V: 1980 to 1994 the Transaxle years

Le Mans 24 Hours, 10-11 June 1978: The pace car, a Porsche 928, leads the field away followed by the #5 Porsche 936/78 (Ickx, Pescarolo, Mass), #1 Alpine Renault A443 (Jabouille, Depailler) and the #43 Porsche 935/78 ‘Moby Dick’ (Schurti, Stommelen). In 1978, the Porsche 928 was voted ‘Car of...

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Porsche 908/03 – The Sicilian Stormer

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Images by: Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale and Corporate Archives Porsche AG The Porsche 908 is widely regarded as one of the Stuttgart manufacturer’s most reliable and important racers. The 908 came in many different guises, including Coupe, Spyder, long tail, short tail and turbo, and it excelled in all of these...

FOR SALE: This 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S costs over $460,000!

The Porsche 911 Turbo S is one of the best supercars on the market today. Understandably, it does not come cheap. A quick check on Porsche North America’s official website will reveal an MSRP of $207,000. However, it’s hard not to notice this particular example, being offered for sale by...

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....

Book Review: Porsche 964 – The Modern Classic

Porsche 964: The Modern Classic by Paul Koebrugge – © Paul Koebrugge The history of Porsche sportscars is peppered with iconic models that stand out as special, from the earliest models to the very latest. One of the most notable achievements by Porsche’s designers is how they have retained the...

Porsche History

Porsche 910 – Building a Racing Empire Part II

1967 Porsche Type 910/6 Coupé. Corporate Archives Porsche AG

By the time the mid-1960s arrived, Ferdinand Piëch had got his hooks well and truly into Porsche’s motorsport programme. With the 904, introduced in 1964, Porsche showed that it could mix it with the top runners even if overall victories were out of reach. With its successor, the 906, the...

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: Stunning 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS Touring

Revealed at the 1972 Paris Auto Show, the Carrera 2.7 RS was a special model used to homologate the 911 in Group 4 racing. Developed from the 911S, the 2.7 was more potent in almost every area. Compared to the standard Carrera, the 2.7 RS featured a larger engine, wider flares...

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Quick Nick – a Nick Faure profile

British GP meeting which Nick Faure led outright, starting from the second row, against the Falcons and BGG Escorts. But the fan belt came off due to a rag left in the engine by my mechanic! Nick Faure was one of the first to race a 911 in Britain: he...

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Porsche Speedster: Open-Air Performance Since 1952

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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: A Remastered Porsche 356 By Emory Motorsports Is Up For Sale

A rare Emory Motorsports restomod 1958 Porsche 356A is currently up for auction on Bring A Trailer and is said to be the fifth Emory Special built. Emory Motorsports is a company that makes the best Porsche “Outlaw” cars. The attention to detail is stunning and there are few more...

FOR SALE: 2016 Porsche 911 R

The 2016 Porsche 911 R is a testament to pure driving pleasure, combining lightweight construction with high-performance engineering. Tipping the scales at just 3,020 pounds, it is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.0L flat-6 engine delivering 500 horsepower. Unlike its GT3 sibling, this model exclusively features a 6-speed manual transmission...

FOR SALE: 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder

The Porsche 918 Spyder redefined what a hybrid hypercar could be by combining a 4.6-liter naturally aspirated V8 with twin electric motors to produce a staggering 887 horsepower and 944 lb-ft of torque. This hybrid powertrain is paired with a seven-speed PDK transaxle that drives all four wheels, enabling the...

Motorsport & Racing

Porsches at the 2024 HSR Mitty

Photography by Chuck Andersen. The 46th edition of the Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) Mitty, one of the largest in its nearly 50-year history, wrapped up on Sunday, April 28th. Over the last two days at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, more than a dozen HSR Feature Race winners were crowned. No...

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: 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster

Limited to 1,948 units, the 991-generation 911 Speedster pays homage to the year Dr. Porsche built his first two-seat roadster. Inspired by prior Speedsters from the 356, G-Series, 964, and 997 generations, it combined breathtaking design with outstanding performance. Essentially a roofless 911 GT3, the Speedster utilized a cabriolet body...

SportErfolge

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

FOR SALE: A Cool Porsche 959 With An Interesting Backstory

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

Notable Chassis

1975 Le Mans GT Winner: The 1974 Porsche RSR 911 460 9065

John Fitzpatrick in Porsche RSR Carrera at Le Mans in 1975

Ed note: The history of specific chassis used in notable races decades ago can be hard to verify but are significant to fans of Porsche and vintage racing enthusiasts. Information presented are the thoughts, data, and opinions of the author. Enjoy! This is the story of what happened to a...

Brendon Hartley (NZ)

Brendon Hartley, Porsche works driver, Le Mans 24H, 2016 Born: 10th November 1989 Where: Palmerston North, New Zealand Lives: Monaco Height/weight: 1.84 m/65 kg Hobbies: Playing the guitar, fitness, poker, squash, tennis, mountain biking When he first turned up in the Formula 1 paddock back in 2008, he looked more...

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

2022 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport 25 “Manthey Racing”

For all track enthusiasts out there, you might want to check out this year’s Monterey Car Week where a compelling attraction awaits in the form of an uncompromising racer presented for sale through Broad Arrow Auctions this month. The 2022 Porsche GT2 RS Clubsport 25 ‘Manthey Racing,’ built exclusively for...

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Sebastian Vettel tests the Porsche 963

The Porsche Penske Motorsport works team and the winner of 53 Formula 1 Grands Prix, Sebastian Vettel, are looking forward to putting the Porsche 963 through its paces. This coming week, the German will take the wheel of the hypercar at the Motorland Aragón. Porsche Penske Motorsport forges ahead with...

How Inflation & New Market Realities Are Changing the Leasing vs. Buying Equation

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The inflation rate in the US rose as high as 8.6% in May, a level not seen since 1981. Surging food, energy and gas prices continue to pressure an economy already weakened by the COVID-19 pandemic and, more recently, the ongoing Russian-Ukraine conflict. Via Sky News The US Federal Reserve...

A Collector’s Dream: 10 of the Best Porsche Special Edition Models

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With a legacy spanning decades, Porsche has grown to become a brand synonymous with performance, luxury and overall automotive brilliance. The German carmaker’s history is a storied journey marked by groundbreaking engineering, iconic designs and the relentless pursuit of performance. For collectors and enthusiasts, owning a Porsche is often more...

FOR SALE: 1984 Porsche 911 SC RS Gruppe B “Evolutionsserie”

911 “Evolutionsserie” Unless you’re attending Luftgekühlt, a 000 event, or perhaps a special Porsche collection visit, a discussion of the Porsche Type 954 is likely to illicit some confusion – even among Porsche enthusiasts. Yet it is precisely those special gatherings where the true rarities of the Porsche world are...

Vintage Racecar Articles

Scooter Patrick

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

Porsche Club of America Club Racing

Various Porsche racecars on the track

D.E. ( Driver Education) It’s a gateway drug. You are happily driving your Miata, Mustang, or Cayman on the street; you’re enjoying yourself, not a care in the world. Whether it’s peer pressure or a chance meeting, someone gets you hooked on the hard stuff. You head off to a...

FOR SALE: Ultra-Rare Porsche 911 GT3 R rennsport to be Auctioned

The Porsche 911 GT3 R rennsport is one of the most extreme interpretations of the 911 ever built. Conceived by Style Porsche’s Grant Larson and Thorsten Klein, its design combines modern racing proportions with subtle nods to Porsche’s heritage. The roofline and hood recall the GT3 R, yet every other...

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1966 Porsche 906 “Carrera 6” – Excerpts from Miles Collier

By Miles Collier The Mighty Porsche Carrera 6 I’ve had my 1966 Porsche Carrera 6 (906-125) in restoration for the last four or five years. It’s hard to remember such things across a gulf of time so fantastic. But, as inevitably as the Himalayas will finally erode into foothills, restoration...

FOR SALE: 1991 Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer DLS up for Sale

The “Mame Commission” Singer DLS is a rare, meticulously crafted reimagination of the 964-generation Porsche 911, created by Singer Vehicle Design as part of their Dynamics and Lightweight Study (DLS). With only 75 examples produced, this particular car remains in virtually new condition, showing just 182 miles on the odometer....

FOR SALE: 911 RSR Could Sell For Up To $2,500,000

1993 Porsche 911 Type 964 Carrera RSR 3.8-Litre 'Strassenversion' Coupé | Bonhams Cars

Bonhams will auction one of the two existing examples of the Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 3.8-liter “Strassenversion” Coupé on November 25 during its “On The Grid – The Abu Dhabi Auction.” In 1992, Porsche introduced the 964 Carrera RS, a lightweight variant reminiscent of the legendary 2.7 and 3.0-liter RS...

FOR SALE: Porsche 911 TAG Turbo by Lanzante now Available

One of only 11 Porsche 911 TAG Turbos built by Lanzante, this exceptional vehicle has been offered with fewer than 300 miles since its completion. Inspired by the unique Formula One-powered Porsche 911 Turbo road car developed by Porsche’s R&D Department, this masterpiece is powered by the legendary 1.5-liter TAG...

FOR SALE: Almost Brand New 71-Mile 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster Goes Up For Auction

71-Mile 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster

As part of the company’s 70th-anniversary celebrations, Porsche unveiled the 991 Speedster at the New York Auto Show in April 2019, with deliveries started in May of the same year. This Speedster holds historical significance as the final model of the 991 family and, in tribute to the year of...

Porsches at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering

August 18, 2023: Referring to The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering as a car show would be incorrect. Call it a “Concours,” and you would still be off the mark. Situated on the lawns at the Quail Golf Club in Carmel Valley is, instead, what I will call a Luxury Lifestyle...

FOR SALE: Limited Edition 2005 Porsche Carrera GT Supercar Up for Auction

The Porsche Carrera GT remains one of the most legendary supercars ever built, a true masterpiece of engineering and performance. This 2005 example, finished in the iconic GT Silver Metallic over Dark Grey leather, is an exceptionally well-maintained collector’s piece with fewer than 4,600 miles on the odometer. Originally designed...

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996 Turbo: Champion of a New Era

A New Era for Porsche Performance “We are in the GT business,” said Porsche racing engineer Norbert Singer, “so we will make one.” That was in the summer of 1995 when Porsche responded to the revival of interest in GT-class racing and the challenge of the McLaren F1 by starting...

Gallery: Five Incredible Porsches at the 2023 Chattanooga Motorcar Festival

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Organizers of the Chattanooga Motorcar Festival invited the Luftgekühlt’s celebration of Brian Redman, which resulted in a number of Porsches raced by Redman in attendance. Porsches, of course, were in abundance at the Festival, including five race cars and more than 20 street cars. Incredible Porsches in attendance included: Porsche...

FOR SALE: 1996 Porsche 993 GT2 Clubsport Paint to Sample Ferrari Yellow

1996 Porsche 911 GT2 Clubsport

This rare 1996 Porsche GT2, originally designed for GT2 class racing, is based on the 993 Turbo. It features widened bodywork and is powered by a twin-turbocharged Mezger engine that delivers power to the rear wheels. Out of the 194 road cars produced, this particular GT2 is one of only...

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 –...

FOR SALE: One-Of-A-Kind 1992 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 Backdate

Live now on PCARMARKET is a Canadian-market 1992 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 Coupe that was commissioned as a one-of-a-kind backdate restoration by Olsen Motorsports in their Chicago facility in 2017. It comes with a metallic purple paint finish over a custom black leather and Alcantara upholstered interior and an air-cooled...

Ferro & Company Distinct 3 Review

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...

FOR SALE: Lowest-Mileage Unregistered Porsche 918 Spyder Scheduled For Auction

Porsche 918 ‘Weissach’ Spyder

The Porsche 918 Spyder was a mid-engined, plug-in hybrid hypercar that finally proved that gearheads had nothing to worry about when it came to hybrid technology becoming a bigger part of our automobiles. The heart of the Porsche 918 Spyder was a naturally-aspirated 4.6-liter V8 engine that was capable of...

Motorsport & Racing

Porsche Heritage Moments

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...

FOR SALE: No Reserve! The $1 Porsche Goes Bonkers!

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...

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Turbos, batteries, and the French countryside

Much of what Porsche learns in motor racing benefits the production models and thus the customers. The story of the sports car manufacturer is full of notable examples – clearly illustrated with turbo technology and the 24 Hours of Le Mans through to the new 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid. The...

FOR SALE: 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.8 RSR

1993 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.8 RSR

Every so often, Porsche creates a short production run of cars that celebrates the attributes of one of their special models. In 1993, the Stuttgart engineers decided to develop a race version of their 911 Type 964 Carrera RS, aptly named the Carrera RSR 3.8, and aimed it squarely at...

FOR SALE: 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Touring

RM Sotheby’s is thrilled to offer this rare and stunning 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Touring. Finished in its original Black with a Leatherette and Corduroy interior, this highly sought-after car will be auctioned on November 2, with an estimated value of $650,000 to $800,000 The Carrera RS debuted...

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Porsche 993: Carrera, Carrera 4S, Carrera RS, Turbo, GT2

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Porsche 911 Motorsport & Racing Porsche 935 PRR Yesteryear Featured Content & Premium Editorials

Batting .750 (3 for 4) – Le Mans 1979

All four of the Dick Barbour Racing Porsche 935s line up in the pits ahead of the 1979 Le Mans race, each with the Stars and Stripes draped over the rear wing. From left to right: #73 935/77 (934½) – John Hotchkiss, Bob Kirby and Bob Harmon; #72 935/77 –...

FOR SALE: A Rare And Special Porsche 964 Turbo Is Up For Sale On Bring A Trailer

The 964 generation has become highly popular, primarily due to its iconic styling and air-cooled design. Among the 964 models, the 1994 Porsche 911 Turbo S 3.6, recently listed for sale on Bring a Trailer, stands out as one of the rarer and more special examples. It is one of...

FOR SALE: Brutal 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach

The Porsche 911 GT2 RS debuted with the 997 generation in 2010, earning widespread acclaim. The 991-generation GT2 RS followed in 2018, boasting an additional 80 horsepower and 37 lb-ft of torque compared to its predecessor. This enables the car to rocket from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.8...

Porsche Carrera 992.2 T: Filling a Gap or Cynical Marketing?

Manual vs. PDK: Why the Carrera T Exists Once upon a time, you paid more for automatic transmission. Today, with the ubiquity of double-clutch transmissions on premium gasoline cars, the manual gearbox has almost entirely disappeared. On the Porsche sports cars, PDK, until recently a $2,500 option (which 80% of...

Porsche Carrera GT

The Porsche Carrera GT Story

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...

Notable Chassis

Porsche 935 – Chassis #DP 911 1973

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

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

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New 3.8-litre 911 GT3 RSR triumphs at Le Mans 2007

Le Mans 24 Hours, 16-17 June 2007: Busy grid just before the start of the race Porsche introduced their new 3.8-litre 911 GT3 RSR (Type 997) for the 2007 season, replacing the 3.6-litre 996 GT3 RSR. In many ways, this new model was a better all-round race car, being more...

Notable Porsches On Offer At The 2022 Monterey Car Week

The 2022 Monterey Car Week is almost upon us and with it are the much-awaited auctions by Gooding and Company, Bonhams, RM Sotheby’s, and a newcomer for this year, Broad Arrow Group. With hundreds of different cars that will be on offer during the week, here are the notable Porsches...

Vintage Car Racing

Goodwood Members’ Meeting to celebrate 75 years of Porsche

Goodwood Members’ Meeting to celebrate 75 years of Porsche with spectacular on-track demonstrations Goodwood is delighted to announce that the 80th Members’ Meeting presented by Audrain Motorsport will host a spectacular on-track demonstration celebrating 75 years of Porsche. Just as Stuttcars has covered previous Porsche outings at Goodwood, we’ll be...

FOR SALE: 1966 Porsche 906

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

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A maiden Mille Miglia

Mille Miglia 2019 I have been an avid follower of the Mille Miglia for over a decade, with a bucket list dream to be there and experience the spectacle of the cars as they were being prepared to leave the start line for the four-day return journey from Brescia to...

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961 – Porsche’s forgotten jewel

Group shot of (from L-R): Porsche 959 Paris-Dakar rally car; 959 road car; 961 race car (1986) The Porsche 961 was a special racing car. Based on the roadgoing technical showcase, the Porsche 959, the Type 961 showed that it had the stamina to go the distance in endurance racing...

Porsche History

Revisiting the origins and development of Porsche Design

In the vast design world, few names resonate with as much acclaim and distinction as Porsche. While many associate this name primarily with high-performance cars, there’s another realm where the Porsche legacy thrives: product design. This evolution commenced with Porsche Design, founded by Prof. Alexander ‘Butzi’ Porsche in 1972. FA...

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Is the Porsche 911 Growing Too Big for Its Own Good? A Look at Its Size Evolution

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Summary The Porsche 911 has grown significantly since its inception, transitioning from a compact sports car to a more spacious grand tourer Despite its increased size and weight, the 911 maintains its renowned driving dynamics thanks to advancements in technology and engineering While some enthusiasts prefer the smaller, more agile...

Budget Based Porsche Buyer’s Guide: $50k

Porsche 911 997.1 (2005 - 2007) – Service Schedule

Best Porsche Under $50K: Performance and Prestige on a Budget A budget of $50,000 opens the door to an exciting range of Porsches, blending performance, luxury, and timeless design. Whether you’re searching for a mid-engine sports car, a high-performance coupe, or even a capable SUV, there are plenty of options...

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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...

Porsche Boxster 987 – The Story

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

Porsche History

Porsche Celebrates 75 Years Of Chasing Goals And Fulfilling Dreams

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

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1983 Sebring 12 Hour – David and Goliath

Bob Akin’s 935, one of the major protagonists in the 1983 Sebring 12 Hour race. It was driven by Bob Akin, John O’Steen and Dale Whittington and finished second overall. (©Brian Cleary) The 1983 Sebring 12 Hour was an epic event. Back then the race was run on the ‘old...

Model Focus: Owning a Porsche 911 2.7 (1974-1978)

The first impact bumper Porsche is almost always overlooked by air cooled 911 enthusiasts drawn to later, more powerful models or the ‘long bonnet’ cars of the 1960s and early 70s. Consequently, the underrated mid-decade 2.7 can be something of a bargain. History In contrast to the American norm where...

FOR SALE: Ultra-Rare 1993 Porsche 911 Turbo S 3.6 Package up for Grabs

When unveiled in February 1993, the Porsche 911 Turbo 3.6 was the most powerful production model Porsche had ever offered in North America. This rear-wheel-drive, widebody 911 featured a single turbocharger and delivered an impressive 355 horsepower. Porsche achieved this by turbocharging the 964’s updated M64 3.6-liter engine, replacing the...

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Porsche 956/962 at Le Mans – Logistics Part II

Le Mans 24 Hours, 18-19 June 1983: By midnight, the #3 Rothmans 956 of Vern Schuppan/Al Holbert/Hurley Haywood was leading the field by a lap after a seventh place start on the grid. With just an hour to go and with Holbert behind the wheel, the lead looked secure until...

FOR SALE: 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0

One of just 600 ever made, this 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 has only 319 miles and is among the most revered models of the 997 generation. Seen as a spiritual successor to the legendary 1973 911 Carrera RS 2.7, it is currently up for grabs on PCARMARKET. Most...

FOR SALE: 2024 Porsche 911 GT3 RS

In the world of street-legal Porsches, it’s tough to beat the ever-popular yet reliable 911 GT3 RS. Even with money to burn, try finding one that’s for sale. Most dealers have their VIP clientele, who are already in line for the dealer’s allotment of special-order cars. Hence, when this rarity...

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Porsche Carrera Cup Rounds 3 And 4 Makes California Debut At Long Beach

This weekend, on April 8-10, the streets of Southern California will host the Porsche Carrera Cup North America Presented by the Cayman Islands. The classic silhouette of the Porsche 911 is not a rare sighting on the streets of Southern California, but this coming weekend is a little more special...

Subtle But Sharp: How to Modernize a Classic Porsche Without Ruining It

Owning a classic Porsche is about connection, to the road, to the engineering, and to the feeling that these cars deliver so effortlessly. When it comes to modernizing an older model, it is not about making it something it is not. The best updates are the ones that preserve the...

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The Never-Ending Story of the 911 Carrera RS 2.7

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FOR SALE: Stunning 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS

Tailored for sporting responsiveness and athletic style, Porsche is expanding the choice of its two-seat mid-engined sports cars with the introduction of the 718 Cayman GTS. In true Porsche GTS spirit, the output of the 2.5-litre, four-cylinder flat ‘boxer’ engine has been increased to 365bhp courtesy of a new intake...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster With Only 352 Miles

Live on Bring A Trailer is a Canadian-market example of a 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster that shows only 352 miles on its odometer. The new Speedster was first unveiled as a concept during the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July 2018 – a time which also coincided with the 70th...

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Fritz Enzinger – Vice President LMP1

Fritz Enzinger, Vice President Porsche LMP1 (Silverstone 2016) Born: 15 September 1956 Where: Oberwölz, Austria Lives: Munich Marital status: Married with one daughter Hobby: Icelandic horses At the end of 2011, the Styrian started to shape Porsche’s return to top motorsport, with a new building, new staff and a new...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 (991) Speedster

The 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster, celebrated as the highlight of the 991 generation, was produced in a limited edition of just 1,948 units, commemorating Porsche’s first year of production. Departing from the brand’s early minimalist roots, this Speedster is loaded with bespoke features, including a manually operated fabric roof aimed...

Elevated Looks: Taycan Turbo by Flat 6 Motorsports

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...

Auburn Auction: 2002 RUF R Turbo Cabriolet

2002 RUF RTurbo Cabriolet

The Auburn Auction, hosted by from September 1 to 3, 2022, is just over a week away, and more and more lots are getting added daily to the listings. While we were perusing the listings, especially looking at some of the Porsche’s up for grabs (many without reserve too!), out...

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Valentin Schäffer – Porsche’s turbo master

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

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Tonie Hezemans at the Targa Florio – The Legend Returns

Tonie Hezemans

He was the center of attention everywhere he went at the 2022 Targa Florio. Autograph seekers and selfie-obsessed fans all wanted an up-close moment with this 79-year-old hero as he returned to the scene of one of his greatest triumphs. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to...

Porsche Fans Unite At “Willow Springs Reimagined”

Saturday, Oct 11, Stuttcars was on the ground to witness a crowd of more than 5,000 at Willow Springs International Raceway, CA, marking a new era for America’s oldest permanent road course that opened in 1953. The track’s first major event under new ownership delivered a full day of automotive...

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...

Guide to the 911: All The Porsche 911 Generations Explained

The Evolution of the Porsche 911 Porsche 911 Generations First Generation (1963-1989) Porsche 964 (1989-1994) Porsche 993 (1994-1998) Porsche 996 (1998-2004) Porsche 997 (2004-2011) Porsche 991 (2011-2019) Porsche 992 (2019 – ) Telling Generations Apart Born in 1963, the Porsche 911 has become a legend. An iconic design that is...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche GT2 RS Clubsport

A remarkable and low mileage example of a Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport, number 98 out of a limited production run of 200, is set to be auctioned by Broad Arrow Auctions later this week. Introduced alongside the 992-generation 911 at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 911 GT2...

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Porsche 935/2.0 ‘Baby’

The 1977 #40 Martini Porsche 935/2.0 Baby (chassis #935 2 001) photographed at the Porsche Museum, Stuttgart, Germany in May 2017 Ernst Fuhrmann’s requirement to develop a significantly updated GT race car in 1977, would present a number of challenges for the Porsche race department. Just to make things interesting,...

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