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FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster

2019 Porsche 911 Speedster

The 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster inherits Stuttgart’s latest advancements while paying homage to the original Porsche 356 Speedster. This design combines elements from the 4S Cabriolet body, carbon fiber components from the 911 R, and front and rear bumpers from the GT3 Touring, creating a unique 911 silhouette. Notably, the...

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...

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...

FOR SALE: 2022 Porsche 911 (992) GT3 Cup

2022 Porsche 911 (992) GT3 Cup

The Cup car, styled in a spectacular manner, stands as the first racing car based on the current 992 generation road car and marks the first one-make cup racer from the German sports car manufacturer to showcase a broad turbo-spec body. The updated 992-generation 911 GT3 Cup boasts numerous enhancements...

Gallery: Five Incredible Porsches at the 2023 Chattanooga Motorcar Festival

Porsche 908

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: 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach

2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach

For those drivers still seeking a 911 to give them exhilarating driving experience, the 991 GT2 RS stands out. This rear-wheel-drive 991, equipped with twin-turbochargers, remains the most potent roadworthy 911 ever produced by Porsche and is also among the rarest, with only 1,000 units created worldwide. Introduced as the...

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Racing in the Sun

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

FOR SALE: 1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS N/GT

1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS N/GT

In the early 1990s, Porsche focused on showcasing its new 964 Carreras globally in racing. The company developed track-ready versions for both rear- and all-wheel-drive cars. A limited run of 22 “lightweight” all-wheel-drive C4 coupes was produced, and the Carrera 2 served as the foundation for the successful 964 Carrera...

WE ARE PORSCHE video series celebrates Porsche’s 75th anniversary

Celebrating Porsche icons on their 75th anniversary The Petersen Automotive Museum has launched a new Porsche-focused video series celebrating the people and icons that made the Porsche brand in America. This dynamic story-telling series, sponsored by Mobil 1, focuses on the personal stories of some of the world’s most renowned...

FOR SALE: 2016 Porsche 911R

2016 Porsche 911R | Merit Partners

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...

FOR SALE: 1996 Porsche 911 (993) GT2

The 993 Porsche 911 GT2 (or GT as it was initially called) was built in order to meet homologation requirements for the GT2 class racing which had banned all-wheel-drive vehicles by the mid 1990’s. As a two-wheel drive vehicle, the GT2 had significant weight savings as compared to the standard 993...

The White Porsche Collection

As the Porsche market continues its strong trajectory, RM Sotheby’s is thrilled to unveil “The White Collection” auction—a unique gathering of rare Porsche models, all wearing brilliant shades of white. The collection, set to go under the hammer on 1-2 December 2023, represents over a decade of dedicated collecting by...

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...

FOR SALE: 2024 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Weissach

2024 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Weissach

Live on Bring A Trailer is a low mileage example of a 2024 Porsche 911 GT3 RS that’s been specified with the Weissach Package out of the factory. This optional package reduces the weight of the car by utilizing a carbon-composite roof panel, front lid, anti-roll bars, and interior trim....

Chelsea Grey Commission By Gunther Werks Is Up For Grabs

1996 Porsche 911 Gunther Werks 400R Sport Touring #1

One of the limited run of 25 Porsche 911 models configured to the 400R standard by Gunther Werks is currently available for bidding on Bring A Trailer, which could sell for around $1.5 million once the auction closes two days from now. Headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, Gunther Werks, led...

FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar

2023 Porsche 911 Dakar

Unveiled at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 911 Dakar pays homage to the Porsche 953’s triumphant victory in the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally. To create the new Dakar, Porsche modified the Carrera 4 GTS and transformed it into a very capable off-roader with modifications including increased ground clearance, all-terrain...

Sonoma Charity Challenge

Sixties Porsches at Sonoma – A Decade of Cars at the Charity Challenge

It was a flashback to the 1960s. Vintage ‘60s-era Porsche cars cruising the 2.52 mile course at the Sonoma Raceway for the Classic Sports Racing Group Charity Challenge. The Sixties were a time of transition for Porsche. From the end of the 356 line to the beginnings of the 911,...

Rennsport Reunion

Rennsport Reunion 7: Opening highlights

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

Porsche Type 64

The Type 64: Bridge Over Troubled Waters

It was created by Dr. Ing. h.c. Ferdinand Porsche and a handful of his close associates in 1937-38 and, despite the hideous wartime destruction, is still alive and well today, a distinguished septuagenarian. Yet important though it is, not much has been seen or heard of the Type 64 or,...

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1952 Porsche Type 540 America Roadster

It’s a rare and privileged opportunity for a vehicle to be inducted into the National Register of Historic Vehicles and an even rarer moment when it’s a Porsche. The Hagerty Drivers Foundation erected its mobile museum on the National Mall in Washington D.C., among numerous museums and galleries of The...

Porsche 911 (992)

FOR SALE: 2022 Porsche 911 GT3

2022 Porsche 911 GT3

Available for purchase on PCARMARKET is a truly unique 2022 Porsche 911 GT3, specially ordered through Porsche’s Sonderwunsch program. This Porsche 992 GT3 showcases a Paint To Sample Linden Green exterior, paired with an interior of Black leather and Race-Tex, featuring striking GT Silver deviated stitching. The choice of Paint...

FOR SALE: 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder

2014 Porsche 918 Spyder

The Porsche 918 Spyder, a mid-engined plug-in hybrid hypercar, showcased the seamless integration of hybrid technology in high-performance vehicles. At its core, the Porsche 918 Spyder boasted a naturally-aspirated 4.6-liter V8 engine generating 608 horsepower, complemented by two electric motors, each delivering an additional 279 horsepower, resulting in a formidable...

The Audiobahn Podcast

The Audiobahn E8: Porsche in the 90s

The Audiobahn E8: Porsche in the 90’s 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 E8: Porsche in the 90’s Read the Podcast Transcript B: Good afternoon and...

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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...

The Audiobahn Podcast

The Audiobahn E6: The Porsche 911 Turbo & The 935

The Audiobahn E6: The Porsche 911 Turbo & The 935 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 E6: The Porsche 911 Turbo & The 935. Read the...

The Audiobahn Podcast

The Audiobahn E5: The Porsche 911 G Series (& the Turbo)

The Audiobahn E5: The Porsche 911 G Series (& the Turbo) Welcome to The Audiobahn, the Stuttcars.com podcast focused on all things Porsche. In our first series, we’re exploring the history of venerable 911: its history, origins, achievements, and future. Audiobahn Episode Four is all about the Porsche 911G and 911...

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The Audiobahn E4: The Porsche 906 + 911R

Episode Four: The Porsche 906 & 911R Welcome to The Audiobahn, the Stuttcars.com podcast focused on all things Porsche. In our first series, we’re exploring the history of venerable 911: its history, origins, achievements, and future. Audiobahn Episode Four is all about the Porsche 906 and the 911R. Read the Podcast...

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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...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Weissach

2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Weissach

Bring A Trailer is currently auctioning a 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS that comes with the highly sought-after and expensive Weissach Pack. The 991.2 GT3 RS benefits from an upgraded 911 GT3 engine, featuring a 4.0L naturally aspirated flat-six power plant that can rev up to an impressive 9,000 rpm....

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The Dauer Deception

One of the most colorful episodes in the history of Porsche was their 13th Le Mans victory in 1994 with the racing version of a road car derived from a racing car. This hubris served the car company well and less so a participant. This was the car that Porsche...

FOR SALE: 2005 Porsche Carrera GT

2005 Porsche Carrera GT

The Carrera GT, often hailed as one of the greatest supercars ever created, made its debut as a concept car at the 2000 Paris Motor Show. It boasted a V10 engine derived from a Le Mans prototype race car design. Production of the Carrera GT started in 2004 at Porsche’s...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster

2019 Porsche 911 Speedster

The 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster is the beneficiary of Stuttgart’s latest fixings, while also serving as a throwback to the Porsche 356 – the very first Speedster model. This schematic has forged a 911 with a silhouette based on the 4S Cabriolet body, carbon fiber bits borrowed off the 911...

FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar

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...

San Diego Commission By Singer Vehicle Design Is Up For Grabs

Singer Vehicle Design is driven by the singular vision of Rob Dickinson, an ex-car designer and rock musician who came to be one of the world’s foremost distillers of the essence of air-cooled Porsche. Rob’s lifelong obsession with the most important sports car on the planet began on an autoroute...

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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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Feature: The 1956 Porsche Carrera Speedster

1956 Porsche Carrera Speedster

“There are no half measures with Porsche cars – people either love them or detest them. And even if they detest them, they have to show some grudging respect….” David Owen, “Porsche: The Cars” Automobile Quarterly, Volume IX Number 2, Fall/Winter 1970 No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free...

FOR SALE: The Schuppan Porsche 962CR

Master racer Vern Schuppan, the Australian racing legend, forged a stellar reputation by winning the 1983 Le Mans driving a Porsche 956. His deep-seated connection to Porsche eventually paved the way for creating the Schuppan Porsche 962CR, a street-legal supercar built using a Porsche 962 racer as the foundation. Endurance...

FOR SALE: 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS Touring Coupé

1973 Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS Touring Coupé

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 car featured a 2.7-litre, fuel-injected, air-cooled, six-cylinder...

FOR SALE: 1996 Porsche 911 GT2

1996 Porsche 911 GT2

If you want the ultimate version of the air-cooled 911, then you should get this 1996 Porsche 911 GT2 currently up for sale on Merit Partners. The 993 Porsche 911 GT2 (or GT as it was initially called) was built in order to meet homologation requirements for the GT2 class...

Rolex Reunion (RMMR)

Porsche Moments from the 2023 Rolex Motorsports Monterey Reunion

From the 1950s onward No stranger to the Monterey Peninsula, Porsches have always been one of the most successful marques to be celebrated during car week in Monterey. Long before “Car Week” existed, the inaugural race weekend at Laguna Seca Raceway in 1957 revealed a front row of two Porsche...

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...

My Porsche Story

1970 Porsche VW 914-6 Heuliez Murene

On display at the 20th annual The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, in Carmel Valley was a strange little car that caught my attention. The car had a Porsche emblem on its nose and a confusing “Porsche VW 914-6” script on the rear. It was the farthest thing from a Porsche...

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The romantic tale of two Silver Arrows

Did you know that 2023 sees the Porsche 356 C turning 60? We think it’s a birthday still worth celebrating, even in a year with so much else going on in it. This fine example has been living in a garage in Bielefeld for more than half its life and...

Vintage Racecar Articles

Hurley Haywood

Looking Back on a Brilliant Career… One Photographer’s Personal Recollections of the Most Successful American Endurance Racer of All Time This photo montage shows (clockwise from bottom) Haywood in Bruce Leven’s Porsche 956, at Porsche-palooza in 1981, all smiles after his third victory at Le Mans in 1994, and celebrating...

FOR SALE: 1987 Porsche 959 Komfort

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...

FOR SALE: 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S

1997 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S

The 993 Carrera 4S, available from 1995 to 1998 as a 1996 model year onward, was a unique addition to the Porsche lineup. It took the powertrain of the 993 Carrera 4 and housed it in the widebody 993 Turbo shell, featuring 18″ alloy wheels. This model was equipped with...

Prettiest Porsche 911s—The Sliding-Glass Targas

When Ulrich Bez returned from BMW to Porsche to become its technical board director in October 1988, he found a senior management that thought the 911 had outworn its welcome. “The general view when I came was that we should do something new,” said Bez, “to make a new car.”...

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...

Porsche Werks Reunion 2023

The 9th annual Werks Reunion Monterey, held by the Porsche Club of America, took place for the second year in a row at the Monterey Pines Golf Course located along California’s Monterey Peninsula. The Stuttgart marque is in the midst of celebrating its 75th Anniversary this year and there has...

People & Profiles

Peter Perfect, Part 1

“Gregg, Peter (FA),” was filed between “Greenwood, John” and “Gregory, Masten.” The file, dog-eared and stained with the outline of a coffee cup, showed its age; it dated back to 1970. I recognized the handwriting, it was mine; the (FA) did not stand for Formula Atlantic. This brought a smile...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Weissach

In 2018, Porsche introduced the facelifted 991.2 version of the 911 GT3 RS. This updated model featured redesigned aerodynamic bodywork and suspension. The bodywork, which draws inspiration from the 911 Turbo, includes integrated side air intakes, an aerodynamic front bumper, vented front fenders, a NACA-ducted hood, side skirts, a rear...

2019 Porsche 935 With Gulf Livery Is Heading To Auction

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

People & Profiles

Jon Von Neumann Remembered

We’ve partnered with Sports Car Digest to share Porsche content from its 23+ years of archives. This piece was originally published in February, 2014, and is available for Stuttcars members to enjoy! John Von Neumann was one of those towering figures in the sports car world of the ’50s. He...

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...

FOR SALE: 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo S

In 1997, Porsche introduced the 993 Turbo S, a limited-production model that served as a magnificent farewell to the era of air-cooled 911 Turbos. These Turbo S variants were lavishly equipped, featuring many of the Turbo’s premium options as standard. These included the iconic Aerokit II front and rear spoilers,...

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Porsche’s 356 SL at Le Mans

Invitation to race from Charles Faroux Charles Faroux was a car enthusiast, a racing official, a leading French motor-publication editor at La Vie Automobile and a charmer. Europe’s major automobile manufacturers entrusted their engineering secrets and newest models to him in hopes of a favorable review. Everyone respected his opinions....

911 Turbo (930)

Magnus Walker is selling his 1977 Porsche 930 Turbo Carrera

In the distinguished circles of Porsche enthusiasts, Magnus Walker’s 1977 Porsche 930 Turbo Carrera holds an esteemed position. This automotive icon, once showcased in the video endeavor “Turbo Fever,” has graced the pages of prominent publications such as Porsche Fahrer and Total 911. This exceptional vehicle, currently listed on Bring...

Cayman/Boxster State of Play: How Electrification Shifts The Porsche Paradigm

Origin Story It’s been widely acknowledged—even by Porsche themselves—that the Cayman and Boxster (alongside the Cayenne) are hugely responsible for the company’s change in fortunes during the early 21st century. Designers Stefan Stark and Grant Larson beside the clay concept model. Photo credit: Porsche The diminutive sports cars helped to...

Lautrec Commission By Singer Vehicle Design Is Heading To Auction

Singer Vehicle Design has emerged as arguably the foremost name in the realm of customizing Porsche 911s to date. Their production volume remains notably low, exclusively centered around commissioned projects. As a result, the chances to acquire these automotive marvels are notably limited. However, a rare opportunity now awaits for...

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Carrera 924 – A Flawed Excellence

We have partnered with Sports Car Digest to bring amazing Porsche content from the SCD archives to Stuttcars. This piece was originally published on February 2, 2015 and is here for Stuttcars members to enjoy! The first efforts with the 924 rally car involved a non-turbo version, the Monte Carlo...

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...

2024 Porsche 911 S/T: An In-Depth Look

Porsche is really onto something—and they’re on a roll with that something, too. What some might refer to as a “gentleman-spec” or “stealth-edition” of the 911 GT3, Porsche has been calling the Touring for several years. The whole philosophy behind the 911 GT3 Touring as we understand it today, really...

FOR SALE: 1997 Porsche 911 Remastered by Gunther Werks

The 993-generation 1997 Porsche 911 Remastered by Gunther Werks stands as a sports car that continues to captivate even more than two decades later. Now, this automotive gem is slated to be auctioned at the Monterey sale, organized by RM Sotheby’s. What makes this 1997 Porsche 911 Remastered truly special...

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“End of the road” Fabcar Porsche 935/84

On the list of most intoxicating objects in the history of collecting, Porsche racing cars are certainly near the top. As proof is this unique Fabcar 935 from the Porsche 75th Anniversary Race Car Collection from WOB CARS. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our...

FOR SALE: 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder

Live on Collecting Cars is an all black 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder offered in superb condition and with low mileage. The car features black metallic exterior paint with a black leather-trimmed interior adorned with yellow seat piping, door accents, seatbelt edging, and steering wheel 12 o’clock marker. It also includes...

FOR SALE: 2006 Gemballa Mirage GT

Gemballa has gained a reputation for its extravagant and expensive upgrade kits for various supercars, and one of its most famous creations is the Mirage GT based on the Porsche Carrera GT. This exclusive vehicle, produced by the esteemed German manufacturer and tuning company, underwent a series of bespoke modifications...

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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...

FOR SALE: 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 Clubsport

A beautiful and low mileage example of a 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 Clubsport is currently available for auction on Collecting Cars. The 992 GT3 embodies the essence of the iconic 911, fusing all the greatness of the brand into one exceptional road car. Porsche’s dedication to excellence is evident in...

FOR SALE: 1956 Porsche 550A Le Mans Coupe

Since 1951, Porsche has established an unrivaled dominance as overall champions at the 24 Hours of Le Mans (19 wins), 12 Hours of Sebring (18 wins), 24 Hours of Daytona (18 wins), and Targa Florio (11 wins)—to say nothing of the 100-plus class victories which Porsche entries have secured in...

FOR SALE: 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring

The GT3 Touring model has gained recognition among dedicated driving purists and longstanding Porsche enthusiasts. It offers a more reserved version of the track-focused road car, omitting some key features found in the regular model. One significant change is the replacement of the static rear ‘swan neck’ wing with an...

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356 to 911: Porsche’s Troublesome Transition

In the late 1950s, while senior engineers at Porsche struggled through studies for a successor to the 356, a new generation of Porsche family members was entering the business. Ferry Porsche’s eldest son, Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, joined the family firm in 1957. Butzi Porsche—as he was known—spent his first nine...

Porsche 911 (964)

FOR SALE: 1991 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 “Madster RT”

The Madster RT is a remarkable European-market 1991 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 that underwent a complete restoration and customization by Madster Speed Services in the Netherlands. With meticulous attention to detail, this one-of-a-kind creation boasts widened steel bodywork, including a backdated nose section, and numerous custom-designed components developed in-house by...

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Triple Treat—Andial’s 1981 Hat Trick

As Rolf Stommelen climbed behind the wheel of the front-running Andial/Meister Porsche 935K3 after co-driver Derek Bell had pitted to refuel and take on four new tires, rising American star Bobby Rahal found himself leading Mid-Ohio’s $50,000-to-win “all-comers” Lumbermens 500 in the Group 6 Red Roof Inns Ralt RT-2 he...

FOR SALE: 2019 Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet Exclusive Series

With a limited production of just 500 units worldwide, the Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series lives up to its new moniker. With an MSRP of $257,500 USD, an ‘entry-level’ Exclusive Series doesn’t cost much more than a fully-loaded Turbo S. The Exclusive Series is quite a bit more than...

Celebrating Porsche at the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed

75th Anniversary The Stuttgart marque took center stage at this year’s Festival of Speed to pay tribute to the 75th anniversary of Porsche. The iconic Central Feature in front of Goodwood House showcased the evolution of Porsche cars through the ages, with six iconic vehicles arranged on the structure, from...

Auction Alert: 1996 Porsche 993 GT2

Homologation yields street missile In response to the emergence of the BPR Global GT Endurance Series and other racing series during the 1990s, Porsche rose to the occasion by creating the 911 GT2. This thoroughbred competition car was ingeniously crafted upon the foundation of the new twin-turbocharged 993 engine. To...

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...

FOR SALE: 2015 Porsche 911 GT3

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

Porsche Type 540 America Roadster

The 1952 Porsche America Roadster

The day before I was to leave for the Highlands Motoring Festival (Highlands, North Carolina), in 2022, I got a call from Mark Chmar, the co-chairman of the event. He wanted to know if I could be there by 8:00am the following morning. There was a drive sponsored by Porsche...

FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring

Bring A Trailer is currently offering a superb and low mileage example of a 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring. This 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring is a truly unique thanks to its stunning finish of paint-to-sample Voodoo Blue over an Exclusive Manufaktur leather interior upholstered in Chalk and black leather...

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1960 Porsche RS60 Sypder to Pebble Beach

The leading Porsche of Gooding & Company’s Pebble Beach Auctions is undoubtedly this incredibly maintained 1960 Porsche RS60 (Estimate: $5,500,000 – $6,500,000). Unveiled in January 1960, the RS60 represented the ultimate evolution of Porsche’s aluminum-bodied, four-cam Spyder. Improving upon its predecessors, the RS60 featured a larger cockpit, unequal-length wishbone rear...

People & Profiles

Dedicated Airhead—The Chuck Forge Story

We have partnered with Sports Car Digest to republish some of their Porsche-centric mcontent on Stuttcars for our members to enjoy. This piece was originally published on May 11, 2021 on Sports Car Digest. In many circles, the term airhead applies to someone who is silly or lacking in intelligence....

The Most Iconic Porsches of the 1960s

Front-angled view of a Porsche 917 finished with the blue and orange Gulf livery.

The 1960s was an important period for the automobile industry. In the States, the classic muscle cars were in the so-called golden phase, bursting with oversized engines and raw horsepower. On the other side of the Atlantic, German carmaker Porsche was also riding a wave, building the blocks for lasting...

FOR SALE: 2021 Porsche 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition

The Porsche 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition showcases what is possible with Porsche’s Exclusive Manufaktur program and what to expect from Porsche’s Heritage Design Strategy. Inspired by the 356 and previous generations of the 911, Porsche’s Heritage Design Strategy is bringing period-correct design cues from the 50s, 60s, 70s,...

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Porsche High Life

Bob Wollek and Darren Brassfield drive the rebuilt chassis 108 to 14th overall at West Pam Beachin 1987. Mauro Baldi in the B.F. Goodrich 962 during the Daytona 24 Hour race of 1988.Photo: Lee Self The Porsche 962, which first saw the track in 1984, is one of the all-time...

FOR SALE: 1975 Porsche 911S Coupe 3.8L Backdate

This 1975 Porsche 911S Coupe underwent an extensive restoration project. The car’s bodywork was chemically stripped and sandblasted, and various modifications were made. It received widened steel 911 Turbo fender flares, custom bumpers, LED projector headlights, and unique paint in Kingston Grey with Porsche logo stripes. The interior features custom...

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Creating the first Porsche: 356-001

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FOR SALE: 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo X50 Pack

The Porsche 993 Turbo, introduced during the 993 generation of the 911, revolutionized the sports car landscape. With a 400 horsepower twin-turbo flat-6 engine, it achieved a 0-60 mph time of just over 4 seconds and a top speed exceeding 180 mph. This outstanding performance, combined with daily drivability and...

FOR SALE: 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. Turbo S’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 inlets, and...

Porsche RS Spyder (9R6)

2007 Porsche RS Spyder

Broad Arrow Auctions to offer Porsche rarity Chassis No. 9R6-705 is a Porsche RS Spyder, a sports racing prototype designed for the American Le Mans Series (ALMS) LMP2 class. The RS Spyder has a rich racing history, with notable victories and championships. In 2007, Dyson Racing, a long-time Porsche team,...

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Lightweight missile: The Porsche 906

Lightweight racer is born During the 1960s, Ferdinand Piëch, the head of Porsche Research and Development, spearheaded the development of a new generation of lightweight race cars. By utilizing advanced materials and taking advantage of regulation changes, Piëch’s team created race cars with tubular frames and unstressed fiberglass bodies, offering...

Interesting Wheels Seen on Porsches

Front wheels on a purple Porsche

Compared to certain marques—Italian ones, in particular—Porsche cars tend to take on a more subdued and unassuming persona. Call it German stoicism, if you will. But that’s not to say that Porsche is in any way reluctant to be distinguishable from your everyday commuter. Afterall, they produce some of the...

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1977 Porsche 936—Against All Odds

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

FOR SALE: 1982 Porsche 911 (930) Turbo

The 930 was the most capable supercar of its time and catapulted Porsche’s brand worldwide, keeping up with the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini while still being usable day to day. But Porsche never stands still so the 911 Turbo 3.3 is an updated variant of that original 911 Turbo...

911 Carrera 3.2 (G-Series)

1984 – 1989 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Buyer’s Guide

History Long regarded as the best entry-level air-cooled 911, the Carrera 3.2 remains highly desirable. It was the final evolution of the original torsion bar 911 built from 1964 to 1989. Visually the only significant change came in 1974 with the so-called ‘impact bumpers’ of the G series, but under...

FOR SALE: 1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS

The 964 Carrera RS was introduced by Porsche for model year 1992 specifically for the European market as a lightweight, high performance version of the 964 Carrera 2. It featured a revised version of the standard 3.6 liter engine, titled M64/03 internally, with an increased power output of 260 bhp...

FOR SALE: 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo S

The final air-cooled 911 Turbo from Porsche was the Type 993 Turbo S, offering a remarkable conclusion to that era. Only 176 example were made for North America, with each of them being meticulously designed and built by the Exclusive Department with custom features and numerous engine and chassis upgrades....

Le Mans 24 Hours

The Iron Dames Porsche 911 RSR-19 With A Solid 2023 Le Mans Result

All Images by: Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale and Corporate Archives Porsche AG In the 2023 Le Mans 24 Hour race, the Iron Dames team of Sarah Bovy, Rahel Frey and Michelle Gatting driving the No. 85 Porsche 911 RSR, was the only all-female squad in the centennial race. This was the...

Vintage Racecar Articles

African Assault – 1984 March 84G-Porsche

I couldn’t quite pinpoint why, during the research and writing of this profile, that I kept hearing the Lennon/McCartney hit “Come Together” somewhere in the back of my head. I have often used the metaphor of how some of the most interesting motor racing tales are based on an almost...

FOR SALE: 1994 Porsche 911 Turbo S 3.6 Package

This 1994 Porsche 911 Turbo S 3.6 Package is a stunning example of one of the 17 “Package” models produced with standard Turbo bodywork for the North American market. It is a gorgeous example despite showing over 41k miles on the odometer. Designed as an exclusive swan-song offering for the...

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