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After setting records on the Nürburgring Nordschleife and at Shanghai International Circuit and the WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in California, the Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach package has now also set a lap record for electric cars at Interlagos, São Paulo. This is the fourth time, and on the fourth...
The 993 Carrera RSR takes the 993 Carrera RS formula and makes it even more track-ready by adding a roll-cage and removing carpet, power windows, and a/c. There were just thirty Porsche 911 Cup 3.8 RSR (Type 993) race cars produced for the 1997 season. This model was the last of the breed of air-cooled, naturally-aspirated 911 race cars to come from the Weissach race department before the introduction of the Type 996 water-cooled cars. To find a 993 3.8 RSR that participated in some of the world’s toughest endurance races in period, and survived unscathed and unmolested, is quite rare.
Originally intended as the successor to the 1998 24 Hours of Le Mans-winning 911 GT1, the Carrera GT began development in 1999 by Porsche’s motorsports division. However, changes in FIA regulations halted the endurance racing plans. Undeterred, Porsche continued the project, reimagining the Carrera GT as a high-performance road car....
The new Porsche 911 GT3 Cup is powered by a 3.8-litre six-cylinder flat engine. It generates 460 hp (338 kW) at 7,500 revs, surpassing the predecessor by 10 hp. A six-speed dog-type gearbox developed by Porsche Motorsport which is operated via shift paddles at the steering wheel for the first time in a Porsche brand trophy race car transmits the power to the rear axle. The single piece race wheels with centre mount were also new.
Singer Vehicle Design – Mulholland Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Mulholland Commission. It showcases the capabilities of Singer’s ‘Special Wishes’ program and in this case follows the client’s brief to have a 911 that provides an undiluted, visceral experience. As Singer explains, “It...
In-Depth Review & Drive In The Taycan GTS Sport Turismo Since its launch, Porsche has really rolled out the variants. We have see the base Taycan and the introduction of the Cross Turismo (wagon) body. In typical Porsche fashion, we now have the Porsche Taycan, Porsche Taycan 4S, Porsche Taycan...
Just 50 ‘C16’ cars were manufactured for the UK-market, initially equipped with an uprated engine of 330bhp (from 300) mated to a 4-speed transmission. However, at the end of 1988, the uprated 5-Speed G50 gearbox was introduced, dramatically easing the peaks in power delivery by reducing the effects of ‘turbo-lag’. The factory SE also benefited from a dual-exit exhaust system, limited-slip differential, heated front seats and a sunroof.
With the debut of the new 911 Carrera 4S – as coupé, cabriolet and Targa 4S – a total of six derivatives of the sports car are now available with all-wheel drive. In addition, in the 60th anniversary year of the 911 Targa, there is now a choice of two...
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...
The 1989/90 change of model year saw the launch of the Porsche 911, 964 series onto the market. This 911 model was initially available as a Coupe, Targa and Convertible. From model year 1991 onwards Porsche also introduced its top-of-the-line model - the Turbo - into this series. In spite of bearing a major similarity in terms of look to the naturally-aspirated model, the extended wings remained. This meant that the new Porsche could retain its turbo look. The 964 Turbo model was the successor to the Porsche 930. The 964 Turbo was the end of an era, the last of the single turbo rear-wheel drive 911 Turbos.
The Porsche 911 Speedster is always a landmark release, each version honoring the legacy of the original 1954 356 Speedster. The 991-generation model, limited to just 1,948 units, features a low, raked windshield, double-bubble rear streamliners, and retro gold “Speedster” script. Inside, green-numbered gauges with white needles echo the 356’s...
Gunther Werks, a leader in precision-engineered, high-performance automotive design, recently unveiled the newest addition to its exclusive lineup of bespoke vehicle programs. “GWX” is the latest evolution of the performance specialists’ remastering of the Porsche 993 platform, positioning itself at the absolute apex of Gunther Werks’ offerings. With a minimal...
Singer Vehicle Design – Lyon Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Lyon Commission. This left hand drive coupe is yet another green Singer (why do rich people love that color so much?). Likle’s other Classic Study cars, the Lyon commission was restored in Singer’s...
Porsche 928 Dimensions Porsche 928 S4 Dimensions Wheelbase: 2500 mm Track front: 1551 mm Track rear: 1546 mm Length: 4520 mm Width: 1836 mm Height: 1282 mm Ground clearance: 120 mm Driving Circle: 11.5 m Overhanging Front: 14 ° Overhanging Rear: 14.5 °   No Subscription? You’re missing out Get...
Marc Philipp Gemballa, a German tuner renowned for his exceptional Porsche 911 creations, has yet again amazed automotive world with his latest creation – the Marsien, an extraordinary off-road vehicle. The Marsien is based on the new 911 Turbo S, but with nearly all body panels redesigned and extensive use...
Porsche 911 Turbo S – The Supermarket Supercar Henry Catchpole of Carfection calls the Porsche 911 Turbo S (992) the ultimate supermarket supercar. By this, he means it can do everything that a supercar needs to do, but it can also work as an everyday car without any issues basically...
The Rinspeed Porsche R69 Turbo, aka Porsche Testarossa, was a limited production car from Switzerland. It is believed that around 12 were built for clients in Europe and beyond. Although unofficial, the Testarossa nickname was popularly used for this car, which was likely not appreciated by Porsche or Ferrari. The...
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1st Generation Porsche Macan (95B.1) Story & History Macan (2014 – 2018) Official photos: 2013 November 19, GTS 2015 October 28 / Premiere: 2013 November 19, Los Angeles Auto Show / Market launch: 2014 April 5, GTS 2015 October 28 2014 – 2018 Macan Technical Specifications Development As the Macan...
So you think the Cayman is just a Boxster with a roof. Well, perhaps technically it is, but the two models are distinct in their appeal and in the way they deliver their excitement. If the open-top, wind in your hair thing is for you, then the Boxster will no...
Porsche 956 In action at Monza Circuit! The 956 in this video is chassis 956-101 which is a very important Porsche: the first ever customer-delivered Porsche 956 Group C car. It was sold in 1983 to Kremer Racing and fielded in both the 1983 and 1984 World Endurance Championships. It...
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...
Welcome to the four generation Boxster. The base Boxster was powered by a twin-turbo 2.0-liter direct-injection gasoline unit. It offered a total output of 300 hp and it was paired as standard with a 6-speed manual, while a 7-speed automatic (PDK – dual-clutch) was on the options list. In terms of design, it gets a more modern look and feel and the interior is upgraded. More tech, more power and more speed. The only downside is the loss of the aural pleasure of a flat 6 engine that is naturally aspirated and loves to rev to the sky.
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...
Singer Vehicle Design – Montauk Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Montauk Commission. This left hand drive coupe is yet another green Singer. Like other Classic Study cars, the Montauk is built in Singer’s California location. This car was shared with the public in...
Year Model/Series Power hp/rev. Torque Nm/rev. Compression Weight kg Units produced. Engine type Gearbox type Chassis number K-model 1978 911SC 180/5500 265/4200 8.5:1 1160 2438 930/03 915/44 9118300001-9118302438 911SC Targa 180/5500 265/4200 8.5:1 1210 1729 930/03 915/44 9118310001-9118311729 911SC US49 180/5500 237/4200 8.5:1 1190 2436 930/04 915/61 9118200001-9118202436 911SC US49...
The limited production Boxster S Porsche Design Edition 2 debuted in October 2008 as 2009 model. It featured a free-flowing exhaust system, which raised power from 217 kW (291 hp) at 6,250 rpm to 223 kW (299 hp) at an identical 6,250 rpm. It came in a unified Carrera White paint scheme with matching white 19-inch wheels, a black and grey interior with white gauges, red taillights and light grey stripes along the body. 500 were made for the worldwide market, 32 shipped into the U.S. and 18 into Canada.
Team75 Bernhard is located in Bruchmuhlbach-Miesau, in the district of Kaiserslautern, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany, about 90 miles (144km) north west from Stuttgart. The team was founded in 2010 by Timo and his father Rüdiger Bernhard. Timo’s father Rüdiger, was himself an enthusiastic racing driver, and participated in numerous events preparing his...
As an early adopter of the Porsche Taycan—specifically, the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S—I am fortunate to have had the chance to be directly immersed during Porsche’s era-defining foray into once unknown territory. I had the 4S for roughly two years, which was ample time to experience all the generalities and...
In 2011, as Porsche prepared to unveil the next-generation 991-series 911, it delivered a final, formidable statement with the 997-based 911 GT2 RS. This extreme variant embodied the pinnacle of Porsche engineering, touted by the company as its most potent and fastest road-legal sports car at the time. The GT2...
The Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup enters the second half of the season this weekend at the legendary Spa-Francorchamps Grand Prix circuit. As part of the Belgian Grand Prix support program, 30 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars will line up on the grid. The title fight has intensified even further following...
The Cayman GTS arrived a s 2014 model year car and boy was it special. It featured a marginally more powerful engine, a new body kit, new 20-inch Carrera S wheels, new Bi-Xenon headlights, and a new sports exhaust system. The Cayman GTS is longer than the Cayman and the Cayman S by 30.5 mm (1.2 in) due to its bumpers. The new, optional passive sport suspension allows the Cayman GTS to have a 20 mm lower ride height compared to the Cayman equipped with standard passive suspension or 10 mm lower compared to one with the standard-equipped PASM. Power was 330 bhp @ 6700 rpm and 0 - 60 mph was a brisk 4.1 seconds.
Test Driving a Porsche 996 Turbo with 700 hp The Porsche 996 Turbo is often dismissed by many – with it’s strange headlight styling and underwhelming appearance it’s no suprise. However what if I told you it might be one of the best tuner cars ever? With an extremely overbuilt...
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...
The 1989/90 change of model year saw the launch of the Porsche 911, 964 series onto the market. This 911 model was initially available as a Coupe, Targa and Convertible. From model year 1991 onwards Porsche also introduced its top-of-the-line model – the Turbo – into this series. In spite...
Made as a demonstrative show-car, the 918 RSR ‘Racing Lab’ is part of a new initiative called Porsche Intelligent Performance which will likely develop hybrid racing cars for outright victories at events like the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Premiere on January 10 2011 at NAIAS North American International Auto...