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Porsche twin-cam 6-cylinder engine

Corsica Rally, 1967: Vic Elford and David Stone driving a Porsche 911 2.0 R Not a company to stand still for long, Porsche was constantly looking for ways to improve its engines in the ‘60s. Somehow the Type 916 twin-cam 6-cylinder engine always seemed to miss the limelight…not anymore! The...

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FOR SALE: Rare 1996 Porsche 993 Carrera RS 3.8-litre Coupé Is Ready For A New Owner.

Presented by Bonham Auctions, the ’96 Porsche Carrera RS is one of the rarest 911 Type 993 variants ever made. The 993 was the last of the air-cooled Porsche 911 models. First introduced in 1993, it was initially available in a variety of body styles, including coupe, cabriolet and targa,...

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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...

Vintage Racecar Articles

Sebring ’76

The 12-Hours of Sebring remains the oldest established sports car endurance race to be held in the United States, although with a partly glorious, somewhat patchy history. Always a popular spring break destination, Sebring enjoyed an oftentimes ÒwildÓ party atmosphere in the Ô70s-sometimes on a par with Watkins GlenÕs infamous...

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Makellos Classics 1978 Porsche 911SC ‘Safari’ Is a Tough-Looking, Beautiful Work of Art

A True Head Turner We included a car from Makellos Classics in a list of our favorite Porsche custom cars in 2018, so when we were alerted of their most recent build we were pretty excited. The team at Makellos Classics got its hands on a European-spec 1978 Porsche 911SC....

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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...

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

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

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Porsche Aerodynamic Development

Background Since the 1960s, Porsche has been optimizing the aerodynamics of future racing and production vehicles in the wind tunnel with the help of special miniature models. The example of the legendary Porsche 935/78 shows how this works. Model vehicles feature in many a display case as diminutive dream cars....

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Finding the Porsche RSR “Ratt”

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 with Porsches—although Lola T70s and the like often pass my way too. Probably the most interesting project that I’ve...

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Porsche Speedster

PORSCHE Speedster: Legends 1954–2020 by Andreas Gabriel, Manfred Hering & Achim Kubiak © Berlin Motor Books There is a model in Porsche’s family line-up that receives little coverage and, as a result, it does not enjoy the attention it so richly deserves. The Speedster played an extremely important role in...

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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...

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...

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FOR SALE: Limited Edition 2019 Porsche 935 Heads to Auction

To commemorate Porsche’s 70th anniversary in September 2018, the marque revived the revered 935 name with an exclusive track day special. Built on the foundation of the 991.2 911 GT2 RS Clubsport and limited to just 77 units, the new 935 was unrestricted by road regulations, featuring stunning lightweight carbon...

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FOR SALE: 1996 Porsche 911 (993) GT2R

The demise of the FIA World Sportscar Championship in 1992 left a void in international GT racing, but the emergence of the BPR Global GT Endurance Series breathed new life into the sport. Porsche, eager to compete in this revitalized arena, unveiled the GT2, a high-performance racing car based on...

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The Remarkable Molly Porsche 356

Molly ready for the Peking to Paris rally in 2007 © David & Julie Harrison She was manufactured in 1958, and much of her early life is unrecorded. But in 2004, a customer of Gantspeed Engineering, Lincolnshire, England, asked the workshop’s owner, Robert Gant, to find him a right-hand drive...

Porsche Cayman

Cayman – Porsche’s Machine For Driving

‘Ludique’ – a French word which has no exact translation in English. ‘Playful but with an underlying serious intent’ is one interpretation, and in 2005, this was very much how testers and owners found the new Porsche Cayman. Few cars then, and certainly not its most obvious rivals, could match...

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Porsche 911 991 Carrera Cup Racing Series and Champions

991 Carrera GT3 Cup Champions & Results 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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FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar

Live on Bring A Trailer is a delivery mileage example of Porsche’s first publicly available rally car, the 911 Dakar. Unveiled at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 911 Dakar pays tribute to the Porsche 953’s triumphant victory in the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally. This remarkable model is derived from...

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Book Review: Porsche – The Golden Years

Porsche – The Golden Years: Leonardo Acerbi © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale It is always a pleasure when a top-quality book lands on my desk, so when Porsche – The Golden Years arrived at the Porsche Road & Race offices, I was especially pleased. We had the pleasure of reviewing Ferrari...

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FOR SALE: Extremely Rare 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 for Sale

The 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 was built to homologate the GT3 RSR racecar and is equipped with a 3996cc engine that boosts power from around 444 to 500 bhp. Easily recognized by its new wings and front winglets, it was limited to just over 600 units worldwide, making...

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Porsche 911 996 Carrera Cup Racing Series and Champions

996 Carrera Cup Champions & Results Two weeks after the 996 Carrera, the 996 GT3 Cup car was introduced for the next year’s Porsche Supercup series. Interestingly, the engine in the 996 GT3 didn’t share anything with the 996 Carrera engine, but was more of a water-cooled version of the...

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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...

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

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...

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FOR SALE: 1987 Porsche 962 With IMSA History

Currently on offer at Collecting Cars is a 1987 Porsche 962 with a very interesting history in IMSA racing. It is being offered with current FIA papers. HISTORY The 962 has established itself as a racing legend and its history do speak for itself. A huge improvement compared to the...

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FOR SALE: 1989 Porsche 911 Singer Phoenix Commission Up For Sale

Merit Partners is proud to offer the 1989 Porsche 911 Singer Phoenix Commission with 3,370 miles on the odometer. Founded in Los Angeles in 2009, Singer is celebrated worldwide for its bespoke restorations of Porsche 911 sports cars, each meticulously crafted for its owner. Using a 964-generation Porsche as 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...

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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...

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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...

Porsche News

Porsche Brand Ambassador Emma Raducanu

For many Porsche enthusiasts, the name Emma Raducanu isn’t familiar. But if there’s one thing she shares with the world of Porsche, it’s a competitive DNA flowing through her veins and her love for Porsche since childhood. A British professional tennis player, Emma reached a career-high ranking of No. 10...

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Porsche 911 ST 2.5

Porsche 911 ST 2.5: Thomas Imhof, Jürgen Barth and Michael Keyser © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale It landed on my desk one day, unannounced and unexpected. The package was large and covered in stickers and labels, suggesting that there was something important contained within. Indeed, a frantic exercise followed to open...

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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...

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FOR SALE: Rare 1993 Porsche 911 Turbo S Lightweight Up for Grabs

In May 1992, Porsche introduced a special limited-edition version of the Type 964 Turbo: the ‘Turbo S Leichtbau‘ (Lightweight). Initially planned for 25-50 units, the production run was later increased to approximately 86 cars. This model was designed to be more powerful and significantly lighter than the standard Turbo, improving...

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The Porsche 993 RS: Good, or really good?

If you’re like me, there’s something about the air-cooled 911 that holds your attention and keeps you coming back for more. Sort of like your mom’s comfort food when you were young, or the way that favorite pair of faded jeans feel. It’s called nostalgia, and we’re all susceptible to...

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Porsche 944 Racing Series – The Porsche 944 Turbo Cup

The Porsche 944 Turbo Cup For 1986, Porsche 944 Turbo Cup series was created in Germany and 944 Challenge in Canada. These were the first Porsche one model racing series (predecessors of the later 911 racing series). The 944 Turbo Cup in Germany was held during the ADAC Würth Supercup...

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FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport Available On Bring A Trailer

2019 was the last model year for the seventh-generation 911 (991) and for that Porsche introduced the GT2 RS Clubsport. The GT2 RS Clubsport was unveiled to the public at the LA Auto Show in 2018. It was the most powerful GT production Porsche sports car as a track-only focus...

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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...

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...

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Group C Reunited in Leipzig After 40 Years

After 40 years, the most successful Porsche race car – the Porsche 956 – ever was reunited with its drivers in Leipzig. Now 81 years old, British Derek Bell is still the elegant gentleman he was decades ago. 40 years after the fact, Bell finally admits that he and the...

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FOR SALE: 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo

Bring A Trailer is currently offering a gorgeous example of a 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo, one of the marque’s final air-cooled models. 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 distinguished easily from the...

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FOR SALE: Rare 1992 Porsche 911 Turbo S2 Up For Sale On Bring A Trailer

Bid now to get the chance to acquire one of the rarest 964s ever built, a 1992 Porsche 911 Turbo S2 currently offered for sale-via-auction with no reserve on Bring A Trailer. In 1991, the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) introduced the Bridgestone Supercar Championship as a support race during...

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Porsche Race Cars of the Pacific Northwest

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...

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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 918 Spyder Concept Study

Geneva Motor Show press days, 2-3 March 2010: Porsche 918 Spyder Concept Study It was eight years ago, in March 2010, that Porsche presented its first hybrid supercar, the 918 Spyder Concept Study, at the Geneva Motor Show. I was fortunate enough to be present at this launch, and what...

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Porsche 911 (993) – The Story

Porsche 911 (993) (1993 – 1998) Story & History Type 993 – The 4th Generation Porsche 911 Premiere: 1993 September 9 at IAA Frankfurt motor show Clay model – note the fender design© Porsche One of the prototypes. Note the 964 wheels.© Porsche The rear lamp design that was first...

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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...

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Marketplace: 1966 Porsche 906 Carrera 6

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

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FOR SALE: Rare Porsche 911 R Shows Up On Bring A Trailer With Just 507 Miles

The 2016 Porsche 911 R, arguably the purest form within the 911 model range, pays homage to the brand’s storied heritage with a blend of modern elements. Renowned for providing a manual transmission option for Porsche’s top naturally aspirated model, the 911 R is more than just that. Porsche designed...

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FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Up For Grabs!

From 1990 to 2019, Porsche has already produced over 4,200 units of the 911 GT3 Cup and each of them are built for the race track. Each example was also intensively tested by professional racing drivers before they are delivered to the customers. Bring A Trailer offers you the chance...

PRR Racing Drivers People & Profiles

Patrick Pilet (FRA)

Patrick Pilet, Porsche driver of #92, at the Silverstone 6h, 10 – 12 April 2015 Born: 8 October 1981 Where: Auch, France Lives: Le Chesnay, France Marital status: Married Height/Weight: 1.76 m/67 kg Hobbies: Golf, cycling, fitness, cinema He is a man for all occasions. Regardless of the championship, Patrick...

Buyers Guides

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...

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FOR SALE: Stunning 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Now On Sale!

The first iteration of the Porsche Cayman GT4 made its debut in 2015, cince that time, the GT4 has become a cult hero amongst purists with its absence of frills, relative affordability and undisputable demi-god-status as one of the ultimate driver’s car. It is a Porsche model that every fan...

Book Reviews

Book Review: Turbo 3.0

Turbo 3.0, by Ryan Snodgrass – © Parabolica Press Amongst its numerous attributes, Porsche sports cars have always been about performance, engineering, innovation and being different. From the production of the very first sports car to bear the Porsche name, the 356 which came into this world in 1948, the...

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The Audiobahn E7: Porsche in the 80s

The Audiobahn E7: Porsche in the 80s 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. The Audiobahn E7: Porsche in the 80s Read the Podcast Transcript B: Hey everyone and...

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Special Feature: 2007 Porsche 911 GT3

Photography courtesy of Lawrence Tse As we crest over the past and foray into a new era, a car like the 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 becomes an increasingly memorialized figure within Porsche’s incredibly storied history. That sentiment is particularly heightened today, with hybridization now taking center stage in the 911...

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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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FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Weissach

The Porsche 992 GT3 RS, designed for both road and track use, is arguably the most extreme 911 in production. It boasts aerodynamic enhancements, including striking radiator outlets, vented front fenders, and a remarkable carbon-fiber wing that stands taller than the car’s roof, efficiently managing the impressive 1,900 pounds of downforce...

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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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Taking the Porsche 919 Hybrid around the world – Logistics Part III

WEC Silverstone 6 Hour, 18 April 2014: Maiden outing for the #20 Porsche 919 Hybrid driven by Mark Webber/Timo Bernhard/Brendon Hartley. This is the car during the FP1 session Following a fifteen-year absence from the top tier of prototype racing on the world stage, Porsche officially returned to the LMP1...

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Meet The Writers: Kieron Fennelly and How a 993 Sparked a Lifetime of Porsche Journalism

For Stuttcars contributor Kieron Fennelly, the Porsche story didn’t begin with a test drive or a lifelong dream. It began with his son. Watching him modify his first car sparked something familiar, a memory from decades earlier, when Kieron would pause outside a sports car dealership in North London to...

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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...

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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,...

Vintage Racecar Articles

Jim Busby

American racer Jim Busby started his racing career, like most California k3ids, in hot rods and drag racing. However, in the coming years he would make the rare transition to road racing and would go on to become a two-time winner at Le Mans. Casey Annis recently spoke with him...

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Germany’s Quart and a Half Brigade

Porsche’s Spyders stole the limelight, but in the 1950s they had serious rivals in both BMW and EMW, who produced serious 1½-liter machinery. Their battles on both sides of the Iron Curtain were the stuff of legend. A liter and a half—more or less a quart and a half—isn’t much...

People & Profiles

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 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...

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FOR SALE: 2016 Porsche 911R

The 2016 Porsche 911 R, despite its limited production, quickly gained popularity among dedicated Porsche collectors and automotive enthusiasts worldwide. Porsche designed this car to deliver an exhilarating driving experience. The 911 R is a limited-production variant, inspired by the 1967 homologation special of the same name. Its design incorporates...

Notable Chassis

Dauer Porsche 962 LM GT (Chassis #001)

Lined up in the pit lane before the 1994 Le Mans 24-Hours, is from the left: #36 962 Dauer Le Mans GT driven by Mauri Baldi, Yannick Dalmas and Hurley Haywood; centre is the street-legal 962 Dauer with rather appropriate Boeblingen region (Weissach) registration plate ‘P 962’; on the right...

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FOR SALE: 2018 Porsche 911 GT3

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

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FOR SALE: 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder “Weissach”

Background Porsche’s 918 Spyder was built as a technological showcase, blending high performance with hybrid efficiency. Porsche developed it to demonstrate advancements in hybrid powertrains while maintaining the performance expected from a flagship supercar. The car debuted in 2013, with production limited to 918 units. Porsche’s choice of using a...

Porsche Video

VIDEO: Porsche 911 997 Buyer’s Guide – (2005-2013) Models, Trims, Specs, & More

Everybody knows we are huge fans of the Porsche 997, but if you were shopping for one today, which one should you buy? The Porsche 911 (997) came out in over twenty different model variants with thirteen different engines. It really isn’t easy trying to decipher which model has which...

Book Reviews

Book Review: Porsche – It’s My World

Porsche – It’s My World by Stéphane Coradi © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale Porsche – It’s My World: what is this book all about? Well, for starters, you won’t learn anything about Porsche’s cars, it doesn’t contain any technical specifications, and it has no narrative. So, you may well ask, what...

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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...

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FOR SALE: One-Of-A-Kind 1989 Porsche 911 Is Now For Sale On PCarMarket!

Live now on PCarMarket is a one-of-a-kind Porsche 911 Classic Reimagined by Singer dubbed as “Dartmouth Commission”. Featuring a Delicate Blue finish complemented by custom red woven leather interior, it comes with a hand-built 4.0L flat-six made by Ed Pink Racing Engines in California. The car also boasts a host...

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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...

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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...

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Porsche 550 – The Story

1955. 550 Spyders in the Porsche yard in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen

Porsche 550 (1953-1956) Introduction Porsche needed a race car to compete in the roadster class, and that’s just what the 550 Spyder did at a time when production cars could no longer win. In fact, the third 550 prototype and first 550 to race won its first event at the...

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...

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FOR SALE: 1983 Fabcar 935/84 Heads to Bonhams’ Quail Auction

Built and raced by Bob Akin during the 1983 and 1984 IMSA seasons, this 1983 Porsche Fabcar 935/84 is a unique one-off evolution of the 935, engineered to meet Class 2 weight regulations and remain competitive against newer GTP machinery. Developed by Dave Klym of Fabcar, the 935/84 utilized components...

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FOR SALE: 1988 Porsche 959 Komfort To Be Auctioned by Bonhams

Bonhams is scheduled to auction a 1988 Porsche 959 Komfort formerly owned by ex-Formula 1 driver Eddie Irvine. This 959 will be available for bidding on Bonhams’ Miami auction this coming May 4 and is valued at $1,750,000 – US$2,000,000 USD. Porsche’s groundbreaking Type 959 is the company’s first supercar. It emerged...

Vintage Racecar Articles

Behra’s Hybrid—1959 Behra-Porsche F2

For the burgeoning Formula Two category for 1½-liter cars, French star driver Jean Behra based a new racing car of his own on Porsche components. In 1959, it showed its class by beating the factory Porsches in the year’s biggest F2 race. Built in Modena, Italy, in 1959, for French...

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All washed up at Long Beach

Long Beach, IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, 14 April 2018: #912 Porsche 911 RSR of Laurens Vanthoor and Earl Bamber bounces over the kerbs during the race The efforts of the factory Porsches over the weekend came to naught, as the two 911 RSRs finished well down the order in the...

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Peter Falk – Porsche’s enduring engineer

Peter Falk sits on the sill of the famous #23 Porsche 917 KH Coupé, winner of the 1970 Le Mans 24 Hours. On this occasion it is located in the Porsche Museum Workshop on 28 June 2010 In a 34-year career at Porsche, the influence of Peter Falk – Porsche’s...

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FOR SALE: Well-Maintained 1958 Porsche 356A Convertible D Up For Sale!

Produced in 1959 only, the Porsche 356 Convertible D was the replacement for the 356 A Speedster. In many ways this reflected Porsches desire to make more expensive and premium models. As a result, the $3,695 Convertible was much more expensive than the Speedster it replaced. As such the new car featured roll-up...

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FOR SALE: 1987 Porsche 959 Komfort

The Porsche 959 not only remains one of the most interesting supercars ever built, but it also fits the definition of cars that moved the game so far forward that everybody stood up and took notice. In 1981, the development of the Porsche 959 commenced under the guidance of Porsche’s...

Porsche 911

FOR SALE: 1994 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.6

Low production numbers and a respected heritage make this 1994 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.6 a standout among air-cooled icons. Currently offered for sale on Bring a Trailer with just 2,494 miles, it comes finished in paint-to-sample non-metallic Slate Gray over a black leather interior. The model’s signature features are combined...

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50th Anniversary of Porsche’s first victory at Le Mans

The winning drivers from Porsche’s first Le Mans 24 Hour victory on 14 June 1970 (from L-R) Hans Herrmann and Richard Attwood (2019) Today, Porsche can boast a total of 19 overall victories together with countless class successes in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the world’s most respected and...

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FOR SALE: Striking 1978 Porsche 911 3.0 SC

Collecting Cars is proud to offer a striking example of a 1978 Porsche 911 3.0 SC featuring an all-black colour scheme and a number of cosmetic modifications. In model year 1978, the 911 model range was reduced to two models. The 911 SC (Super Carrera) took the place of the...

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FOR SALE: 1957 Porsche 356A 1500 GS/GT Carrera Speedster

Carrera Speedster In 1955, less than a year after the 356 Speedster model was introduced, Porsche built the first example equipped with the competition-derived four-cam Carrera engine. The result was a brilliant dual-purpose sports car, and the Carrera Speedster continued to be improved and refined throughout production. For 1957, Porsche...

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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...

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A Brief History of JLP-4

JLP-4 Porsche 935 in Miller High Life livery on pavement

There are 935s, and then there are 935s… Although almost a hundred Porsche 935s were built between 1975 and 1984, with the factory building some forty two cars and customers building the remainder, JLP-4 was by far the most radical of the Group 5 breed. No Subscription? You’re missing out...

Book Reviews

Book Review: Porsche 911 R

Porsche 911R book plus slip case (English) by Christoph Mäder, Thomas Gruber and Georg Konradsheim A large package landed on my desk just before Christmas, and being weightier than normal my interest was aroused, so I immediately tackled the packaging to reveal the contents. It was the latest offering from...

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Porsches In Video Games Over The Past 40 Years

Ever since Pong and PacMan came out over 40 years ago into the brand new “video game arcades” of the 1970s, there has been interest in driving games. From Gran Trak 10, the very first driving arcade game from Atari in 1974 to Assetto Corsa, Gran Turismo, Forza Motorsport, and...

Porsche Lists

The 14 Best (Non 911) Porsches Ever Made (Past & Present)

Our List of The Most Awesome Production Porsches of All Time (Excluding 911 Models) Best Porsches Porsche Macan Turbo Porsche 959 Porsche 550 Spyder Porsche Cayman GT4 Porsche 968 Clubsport Porsche 944 Turbo S Porsche Carrera GT Porsche 356 (All Models) Porsche 918 Spyder Porsche Panamera Turbo S Porsche Cayman...

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Porsches 356 SC: to preserve or improve?

In discussions about vintage Porsches, the iconic 356 always comes to light as the cornerstone of air-cooled Porsches. Respected for its simple but effective design over a decade-long production span, its balance and agility redefined small displacement sports cars of the 1950s through 1965. Offering accommodation for two passengers and...

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Welcome to Camp 911 Namibia

Thrill of the unknown Before the first guests set off on gravel roads and desert sand in their 911 Dakar, an on-site team will clarify the final details and logistical challenges. In Namibia’s vastness, surprises are the norm, and the thrill of the unknown is a daily reality. Just outside...

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Group C Porsche Celebration at Silverstone Classic 2022

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FOR SALE: Limited Production 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster

Don’t miss your chance to own a beautiful and highly original example of a 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster on Bring A Trailer. The Porsche 911 Carrera Speedster launched in 1989 as a one-year special. It had a frameless, raked windshield that was also 3.1 inches shorter than a Carrera’s. At...

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FOR SALE: You Can Be The Next Owner Of This 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder!

Battling against the likes of Ferrari LaFerrari and McLaren P1 for supercar supremacy, the Porsche 918 Spyder established itself as one of the very best in the highly-competitive automotive industry. Designed using premium materials, top-quality components, and cutting-edge technology, Porsche created a car that was not only exceptional in performance...

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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...

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Opening the 911 Top with the Porsche Targa

The Search for an Open 911 Did the phasing out of the Type 356 and its cabriolet model mean that in its new 911 coupe regime Porsche lacked an open car of any kind? Technically it didn’t but actually it did. In September of 1965, at the Frankfurt Show, Porsche...

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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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