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1976 Porsche 934 | Tim Scott ©2021 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's
The Porsche 934, first introduced in 1976, was the Group 4 GT race version of the Typ 930 Turbo road car. Group 4 in 1976 rules insisted that four hundred 930 Turbo road/street cars must have been produced in two consecutive model years. This is what the Porsche factory had done...
The Porsche 928 was the company’s first production car with a V-8 engine and the only coupe powered by a front-mounted V-8 as of today. Developed in the 1970s as a replacement of the 911, the 928 was eventually sold alongside the rear-engine sports car. Production lasted from 1977 until...
A 60th birthday is a significant milestone, and Porsche has commemorated the occasion with the 911 S/T, a limited-edition sports car that pays tribute to the iconic model. This vehicle, marking the 60th anniversary of the Porsche 911, embraces a purist philosophy, giving up modern technological advancements in favor of...
2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS
The 996-generation GT3 RS wasn’t available in the U.S., but that changed with the 997-generation. The standard 997 GT3 made its debut at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show, and shortly after, the GT3 RS entered production in 2007. This model became highly sought after globally, competing with the likes of...
2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 ‘MR
This Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 has undergone a significant transformation with the installation of the highly sought-after Manthey-Racing Performance Kit. The kit includes MR coilover suspension, MR brake pads, MR steel flex lines, a protective air intake grille set, an MR air deflector, MR gurney flap, and MR wing brackets....
Debuting alongside the 992-generation 911 at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 911 GT2 RS Clubsport represented the pinnacle of the 991 series. This exclusive variant, designed primarily for the racetrack, was a meticulously refined and fully optimized version of the road-ready 911 GT2 RS, positioned as the ultimate...
2014 Porsche 911 GT America
The Porsche 911 GT America is a purpose-built racecar designed for competition in the GT Daytona class of the United Sports Car Racing Series, which commenced in 2014 following the merger of the American Le Mans Series and the Rolex Sports Car Series. This series, now known as the IMSA...
This 1979 Porsche 911SC coupe was modified using a backdated bodywork along with a long-hood conversion, S/T-style decklid, bumpers, and rear fender flares. Power comes from a 3.0-liter flat-six modified to displace 3.4 liters. The engine received upgrades like a Mahle Motorsports 3.4L piston and cylinder set, a Web Cam...
Porsche is most renowned for the 911, but it was the 356 that first established the German brand’s reputation. In a recent video, Jay Leno had the opportunity to drive a stunning 356 SC coupe, which represented a more powerful iteration of the 356 model available at the time. This...
In this video, Magnus Walker takes the wheel of the record-breaking Yellowbird alongside Aloisa Ruf, daughter of Aloise and Estonia Ruf, the visionaries behind RUF Automobile. Unveiled in 1987, this iconic Porsche supercar became an instant sensation as it claimed the title of the world’s fastest car, reaching an astounding...
1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 3.8
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...
The 2023 Goodwood Revival featured the Fordwater Trophy race, marking 60 years of the Porsche 911. The race showcased 30 early 901 and 911 models, all running on sustainable fuels. Each race featured two drivers, with a star-studded lineup that included Mark Webber in his historic racing debut, F1 champion...
1998 RUF Turbo R
RUF’s successor to the iconic “Yellowbird” arrived in 1995, this time built on the new 993 Turbo chassis. Staying true to the original principles of high power, low weight, and impressive speed, the CTR2 introduced an intriguing twist by offering both two and four-wheel drive options. It featured a Kevlar...
2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS
The 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is a brute, a lightweight, twin-turbocharged, 620-hp bout of madness that stemmed from Stuttgart’s quest to see how high up the sports-car ladder the 911 could punch. It was the most serious roadgoing Porsche ever at the time. The engine is a port-injected, 3.6-liter...
The Porsche 904 is an automobile which was produced by Porsche in Germany in 1963 and 1965. It was officially called Porsche Carrera GTS due to the same naming rights problem that required renaming the Porsche 901 to Porsche 911. The 904 debuted late in 1963, for the 1964 racing...
1996 Porsche 911 GT2 Clubsport
The GT2 was the hardcore, race-focused version of the 993 Turbo, using essentially the same 3.6 L twin-turbocharged engine, but slightly modified with increased power output. The car was made to compete in the FIA GT2 racing class. Among this already very exclusive circle of 57 cars there is an...
The carwow crew organized a showdown between two German rivals: the Porsche 911 GT3 RS and the BMW M3 CS, featuring their customary drag race, rolling race, and brake test. Both cars are designed for track performance and share similar performance figures but are really not considered as straight-line specialists....
2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport
Introduced alongside the 992-generation 911 at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 911 GT2 RS Clubsport marked the culmination of the 991 series. This exclusive track-oriented version was a finely tuned, fully optimized iteration of the road-ready 911 GT2 RS, positioned as the apex offering among Porsche’s GT customer sports cars....
2019 Porsche 911 GT3 R
Based on the 911 GT3 RS production sports car, Porsche has designed a customer sport race car for GT3 series around the world: the 911 GT3 R. In developing the more than 368 kW (500 hp) racing nine-eleven, special attention was paid to lightweight design, better aerodynamic efficiency, reducing consumption,...
At the Monterey Car Week 2023, California-based specialist Gunther Werks revealed their latest creation, the Touring Turbo Edition Coupe. This car have some similarities with previous Gunther Werks projects, featuring a custom Rothsport Racing six-cylinder engine equipped with twin turbochargers, displacing 4.0-liters and delivering an impressive 750 hp. This powerhouse is...
The GT4 RS stands as the pinnacle of the 718 Cayman lineup, delivering a raw, loud, and brutally powerful driving experience. The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS isn’t just an evolution of the GT4; it shares a 4.0-liter engine with its sibling but receives the unit from the latest 911...
2012 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS B59 Edition
Porsche and Brumos Racing have once again delved into their shared history to craft an exceptional Porsche 911 Carrera GTS known as the B59 Edition. This extraordinary vehicle represents one of the final five production-997 Porsches meticulously prepared by Porsche to honor the illustrious racing career of Hurley Haywood, the...
1985 Porsche 959 Paris-Dakar
The greatest version of the 959 is, and always will be, the Rothman’s liveried Paris-Dakar racing version.  Built in 1985 for three-time Dakar winner René Metge, this 959 is just one of three cars produced by Porsche to take on the grueling Paris-Dakar rally that year. The 1985 rally didn’t go well for...
A couple of days ago, California-based specialist Gunther Werks revealed their latest creation, the Touring Turbo Edition Coupe, at The Quail, a Motorsport Gathering. This car have some similarities with previous Gunther Werks projects, featuring a custom Rothsport Racing six-cylinder engine equipped with twin turbochargers, displacing 4.0-liters and delivering an...
Despite being made for the small engine displacement classes, Porsche nearly won the 1960 Manufacturers Championship with the RS 60. These purposeful racers featured 1.5, 1.6 or 1.7 liter engines in a low and lightweight chassis. They always won the 1.6 liter class, but typically raced in and among the...
Unveiled at the Monterey Car Week, the new RUF Tribute showcases a freshly crafted air-cooled flat-six engine, designed by Alois Ruf Jr. himself. This engine is housed within a timeless silhouette, paying homage to the legendary air-cooled 911 that debuted six decades ago. The Tribute seamlessly blends modern innovation and...
Car enthusiasts often argue that manual gearboxes make for better driving experiences, yet modern automatics are incredibly efficient and swift in shifting gears, which contradicts this notion.  To determine whether the ‘stick-shift’ truly reigns supreme, Vehicle Virgins tested the manual variant of the quintessential purist’s sports car: the Porsche 911...
West Coast Customs has dramatically transformed this Porsche into a fusion of contemporary performance and the timeless body style of a 356. Using a 2008 Porsche Cayman as the base, the project involved removing a 9-inch section from the chassis to accommodate the shorter-wheelbase 356 Coupe body. The original Cayman...
Certain cars in history force the competition to pull their socks up and embrace the future. 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...
The third example commissioned at Rauh-Welt Begriff Los Angeles, “JennaBelle,” was individually crafted according to custom specifications by RWB’s founder, Akira Nakai. This 993 model features comprehensive performance enhancements, such as an RS flywheel and clutch, Fabspeed Supercup exhaust, Brembo GT brake kit, and a JRZ RS-Pro adjustable suspension setup....
This is the seventh RWB creation, known as “Jezebel.” This remarkable 1989 Porsche 911 Turbo has undergone a remarkable transformation, courtesy of the skilled hands of master builder and Porsche icon Akira Nakai. Reportedly crafted for Nakai’s personal use, this particular example showcases a unique “Smooth” fender design, extensive enhancements,...
The debut of the Porsche 911 Dakar late last year stirred immense excitement in the automotive world. Based on the 911 Carrera GTS, the 911 Dakar is propelled by a 3.0-liter flat-six engine. This twin-turbocharged powerplant generates an impressive 473 horsepower. Featuring all-wheel-drive as a standard feature, the car accelerates...
In 1989, Porsche marked the 25th anniversary of 911 production by introducing noteworthy offerings. Alongside a commemorative edition of their flagship 911, Porsche unveiled the first Speedster model since the minimalist 356 from the late 1950s. The 1989 Porsche 911 Carrera Speedster emerged as a special one-year release. Notably, its...
The RUF RGT is based on the 997-generation Porsche 911 GT3 and features distinctive RUF bodywork that incorporates carbon fiber elements across various areas, including the doors, fender flares, wing mirrors, engine cover, and a distinctively designed fixed rear wing. Enhancing its aesthetics, the sports car is equipped with 19-inch...
A drag race involving off-roaders may not usually be very thrilling. However, both the Porsche 911 Dakar and Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato, recognized as off-road performance icons, have gained fame for their performance on asphalt and tracks. With raised suspensions and impressive off-road capabilities, they have redefined their potential for performance....
Carwow organized a drag race video which features a Porsche 911 Turbo S, once again defending the reputation of the internal combustion engine, as it competes against the Tesla Model X Plaid, known for its exceptional acceleration that surpasses most rivals on a straight road. The $230,000 Porsche 911 Turbo...
This 1979 Porsche 911SC pays homage to the iconic 911 RSR and ST racing cars with a meticulous restoration and customization process lasting almost a year. Inspired by the RSR/ST models, it boasts a glass-out refinish in timeless Stone Grey (5710), reminiscent of classic Porsches. The bodywork features integrated TRE...
The Iconic Autobody 386 Speedster Homage pays a handsome tribute to the legendary Porsche 356 Speedster, built on the well-regarded 986-era Boxster platform. Created by Worcestershire-based Iconic Autobody, this unique model features bespoke coach-built bodywork over the dynamic 986-generation Porsche Boxster platform. Adorned in a stunning matte-grey shade with white...
Just one look at the 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS and you can definitely say that this is a car designed for the track. Its appearance alone speaks volumes about its racing prowess. Powered by Porsche’s renowned 4.0-liter flat-six engine, the GT3 RS delivers an impressive 518 horsepower and 343...
This 1971 Porsche 911 T Lightweight ‘Outlaw’ is a stunning classic sports car that has been tastefully ‘resto-modded’ with various performance, cosmetic, and weight-saving enhancements. Originally finished in white, it now boasts an elegant Stone Grey exterior and a Cognac leather-trimmed interior with perforated inserts on the dashboard and door...
It won’t come as a big surprise that the world’s greatest Porsche collection is housed right in Stuttgart, at the official Porsche Museum, famous YouTuber Mr JWW managed to get a private tour at the museum and values the entire collection at no less than $1 billion, yes, you that’s...
After claiming two Le Mans victories with the iconic 917 Kurzheck, Porsche’s Weissach engineers converted it into a Group 7 contender by 1973, boasting over 1000 bhp. The result was the L&M Porsche+Audi 917/10, driven by George Follmer and backed by Penske, which triumphed in the 1972 Can-Am Championship, outshining...
In this video from Cars with Pilot Tseno YouTube Channel, we got to see a Porsche 718 Cayman S and BMW Z4 M40i engage in a series of drag race. The BMW Z4 M40i boasts a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine, producing 340 horsepower and 500 Newton-meters (368 pound-feet) of torque. Power...
This 1968 Porsche 911L Coupe, refinished in its original Tangerine color by SOS Customz in Oceanside, CA, received numerous modifications. Fiberglass 911R-style bumpers, taillights, center-fill hood, fenders, and quarter panels were added, along with blue side stripes, hood tie-downs, a Talbot-style mirror, louvered rear quarter windows, Lexan side windows with...
Chevrolet and Porsche present two highly competitive sports car contenders in the current market. The 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, offers an affordable yet immensely powerful mid-engine race car experience for the road. In this pursuit, the Corvette inevitably faces off against Porsche’s latest 992 generation GT3 RS, one of the...
The ultimate expression of CanAm’s unique sky’s-the-limit approach to technical regulations, this 1200bhp twin-turbo monster was a sensation, rubbing salt into the opposition’s wounds by totally dominating the 1973 season after its predecessor. The Porsche 917/30 was a derivative of the 917/10 and it was the first real turbocharged racing car developed to...
The GTstreet R, limited to just 87 units, represents the ultimate version of the 991 Turbo and Turbo S. TECHART’s mission to make “perfect even better” led them to equip this 911 with lightweight, performance-optimized body and technical components, creating a road-worthy track day weapon. With a push of a...
This 1978 Porsche 911 Outlaw showcases a high-quality custom finish and a powerful 993 3.6L engine, delivering both visual excitement and thrilling driving performance. The exterior of this Outlaw displays a deep and glossy black paint, known to have a price tag exceeding $25,000. Notable exterior features include RS style...
Gunther Werks, a California-based Porsche specialist, has unveiled an awe-inspiring restomod of the Porsche 911 (993) at the esteemed Goodwood Festival of Speed. This remarkable creation pays homage to the iconic 993-generation Porsche 911 and is also meant to celebrate the company’s debut into the United Kingdom & European markets....
Featured here is a 1995 Porsche 993 that has undergone the highly coveted RWB (Rauh-Welt Begriff) conversion package, resulting in a truly bespoke creation. Akira Nakai, the renowned RWB Porsche customizer, is responsible for crafting some of the most iconic cars worldwide, and this particular model showcases his expertise. With...
A video released by Teknikens Värld shows off the impressive handling capabilities of the Porsche 718 Boxster 25 Years. This special edition vehicle boasts a stunning GT Silver paint job, reminiscent of the iconic Carrera GT, while gold accents adorn the front bumper, side intakes, and wheels. Stepping inside, buyers...