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The 911 Carrera RS 2.7 stands as a testament to Porsche’s dual-use sports car concept. Born out of necessity for homologation, the RS series paved the way for Porsche’s dominance in Group 5 racing. With stringent FIA regulations demanding 500 street-legal units, Porsche created two variants: the racing-centric Lightweight and...
The development of the Porsche 911 was significantly influenced by the factory’s racing program. The FIA Group 4 homologation rules mandated the production of 400 road cars, leading to the creation of the iconic 911/930 Turbo, also known as “Project 930.” Launched in April 1975, this model combined a KKK...
With between 200 and 270 horsepower and weight around 420 kg, Porsche’s lightweight 910 Bergspyder was extremely nimble and well-suited to dominating mountain roads. In 1967 and 1968, the Porsche 910/8 Bergspyder was the dominant force before the 909 came along. Technically, the Porsche 910 Bergspyder was state-of-the-art, featuring materials...
In 2015, famed tuner Akira Nakai of RWB Los Angeles transformed this 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera coupe. The car boasts a widebody kit with a lengthened hood, extended fenders, and a ducktail spoiler. “Carrera” lettering adorns the sides, while “RAUH-Welt” graphics decorate the spoiler and windshield. Further modifications include drilled...
RUF introduced the RT12 during the initial phase of the 997-generation Porsche 911, following the 996 model. Unlike typical sports car generations that begin with base versions and progress to more extreme variants, the early years of the 997 didn’t include a 500-horsepower 997 Turbo. The RT12 sported a sleek...
The GT3’s essence has always been that of a race car with just enough equipment to be street legal. For Porsche enthusiasts, the GT3 offers the most authentic driving experience. The 2010 Porsche 911 GT3, known internally as the 997.2, holds a special place in the model’s history. Significantly improved...
2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Karissa Hosek ©2018 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's
Extreme perfectly characterizes the 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS. Incredibly fast with a factory-rated top speed of 209 MPH, this exhilarating vehicle generates a robust 620 HP from its twin-turbocharged 3.6L engine, tuned to the same specification as the Porsche GT1 prototype Le Mans-winning race car. Built with the singular...
As we wave goodbye to 2018 and usher in a brand-new year, we look back on the top ten favourites that we were privileged to publish in the last twelve months. We have decided to bring you our top 10 from 2018 (in chronological order) to show you, our valued...
When Porsche introduced the 911 series, it was clear the new six-cylinder model needed to compete in motorsports. While Porsche focused on European events, privateer teams brought the 911 to the U.S. Despite winning the 1966 SCCA D Production National Championship at Riverside with a 911S, Porsche struggled to win...
In a recent episode of 9WERKS TV on YouTube, we are treated to comparison between two of the most coveted Porsche 911 Rennsport models ever made—the iconic 2.7 RS and its rarer sibling, the Carrera 3.0 RS. The 2.7 RS, introduced in 1973, was a homologation special designed to compete in...
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  2018 Porsche 911 GT3 has a 4.0-liter flat-six engine coupled with a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transaxle, and features a paint-to-sample Gemini Blue exterior with black leather and Alcantara interior. Additional equipment comprises 20-inch center-lock alloy wheels, LED headlights, a rear spoiler, a backup camera, carbon-fiber full bucket seats, Porsche...
Gemballa is well-known for its lavish and high-cost upgrade kits for various supercars, with one of its standout projects being the Mirage GT, based on the Porsche Carrera GT. This rare creation from the respected German tuning company received a range of custom modifications to elevate its performance, aesthetics, aerodynamics,...
Porsche Of The Day: 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS
The Porsche 718 family recently welcomed a new flagship model, the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS which has been designed for maximum driving pleasure. Porsche let the GT department, their skunkworks team, at Stuttgart go slightly (read: completely) insane. The result is a $145,000 USD Porsche Cayman that carries a...
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 the same 3.6-liter naturally...
The 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS is often regarded as one of the best road-legal Porsche 911s of its time. Building on the success of the GT3, it features a naturally aspirated 4.0L DOHC flat-6 engine producing 500 HP and 338 lb-ft of torque. Its striking design includes a large...
The 993 Turbo S was developed with the goal of creating the most high-performing and technologically advanced 911 variant ever to leave Stuttgart. It boasted 424 horsepower for both U.S. and global markets and featured numerous updates. The Turbo S stood out with its vented rear fenders, yellow brake calipers,...
Porsche Of The Day: 2022 Paul Stephens Autoart 993R
The Autoart 993R is a tribute to the driving experience of a 911. It brought together the narrow-bodied, air-cooled 993-series 911 and the Original Equipment (OE) race-validated 993RS, along with modern Porsche GT-derived components, added with Paul Stephen’s proven parts. So the Autoart 993R is the perfect combination of the...
The Carrera GTR was an advanced version of Porsche’s effort to homologate a Group 4 racing variant of the 924 Turbo, built on the production car’s unibody. Exceptionally fast, it was the most powerful and quickest of Porsche’s first-generation water-cooled race cars, surpassed only by the GTR Le Mans and...
1995 Porsche 911 GT2 Race Car
Developed by Porsche to fulfill FIA GT racing homologation requirements, the 993 GT2 was derived from the 993 Turbo. It featured a rear-wheel drive layout, an alloy rear subframe with a double-wishbone suspension setup, riveted fender flares, an aluminum hood and doors, and a distinctive “banana” biplane rear wing. Factory...
The sixth generation of Porsche’s iconic 911, known as the 997, debuted in 2005. While it kept the familiar shape of its predecessor, the design drew inspiration from the earlier 993 model, notably restoring the original bug-eye headlights. The interior was similarly refreshed, blending modern elements with a clear nod...
1968 Porsche 911 T/R ©2024 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's
Thanks to the launch of its modern 911 R, the original Porsche 911R has been thrust firmly back into the limelight over the last few years. Developed by Ferdinand Piëch, it was the first time Porsche had built a 911 purely to go racing with. However, the original 911 R wasn’t built in great enough...
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...
This 1970 Porsche 911 is a one-of-a-kind creation commissioned by Orbit Racing for a complete RSR/outlaw-style restoration, resulting in an uncompromising custom build. The car has undergone a full refinish, now sporting a modern Audi color of Nardo Grey with black trim pieces, creating a monochromatic look. The 911 boasts...
Akira Nakai, the renowned customizer behind RWB (Rauh-Welt Begriff) Porsches, is responsible for creating some of the world’s most iconic cars. These cars have gained immense popularity and are frequently showcased on Instagram due to their captivating and formidable appearance. The distinct combination of wide fenders and imposing wings gives...
Porsche 918 Concept Pictures Reminiscent of highly successful, legendary racing cars such as the Porsche 917 and the current Porsche RS Spyder, the 918 Spyder, with its design concept so typical of Porsche arouses powerful emotions. The combination of racing car dimensions, clearly structured design with perfectly balanced surfaces, and...
This 1997 Porsche 993 Carrera S finished in sleek Black with a black leather interior, underwent an extensive custom rebuild spanning four years. No expense was spared in transforming this classic beauty into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. The meticulous restoration included a full glass-out repaint in its original color, an enhanced Rothsport...
Introduced in 1991, the Porsche 968 was the final model in the brand’s series of front-engined sports cars. The 968 was restyled to resemble the 928 but retained the 944’s core mechanical layout. It offered a larger 3.0-liter engine with Variocam variable valve timing, generating 240 horsepower, allowing a top speed...
Porsche Of The Day: 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT
The all-new Cayenne Turbo GT, introduced for the 2022 model year, packs a fearsome punch that rivals will find hard to match. The term ‘Super SUV’ was made popular by a familiar relative, the Lamborghini Urus. However, the Cayenne Turbo GT might have just elevated that performance concept to a whole...
The Kaege Retro Turbo is based on a Porsche 993 Turbo. It offers all-wheel drive and more than 450 hp! It has that awesome tough, planted look. Open the carbon-fiber engine cover with its classic ducktail spoiler, and you are confronted by an eyeful of 993 Turbo S intercooler, which...