One Take in a Tuned Porsche 996 Turbo X50 The Porsche 996 has sustained a long reputation for reliable speed, and with the recent spike in 80’s Porsche Turbo’s, it now has a new reputation: the cheapest Porsche Turbo you can buy. Nyx bought this one in San Diego the...
The Porsche 804 was produced by Porsche to compete in Formula One (F1). It raced for a single season in 1962 in the 1½ litre formula. For 1962 Porsche developed an 8-cylinder engine for F1. It was air-cooled and had twin overhead camshafts, four Webber carburetors, and two valves per cylinder. Porsche stayed with carburetors and steel rims while other manufacturers had moved to lightweight wheels and fuel-injection.
From chat forums, break rooms, and garages worldwide, the conversion of traditional sports cars into electric vehicles has sparked heated conversations within the automotive community. On one hand, supporters argue that electrification preserves iconic designs while offering sustainable performance and ensuring these vehicles remain relevant in an era of tightening...
The 964 Turbo was introduced in 1990 and it featured a widened bodywork compared to the standard 964. It also had aerodynamic side mirrors and a fixed rear spoiler. This specific example of the 964 Turbo has a black metallic finish and exterior features like the fog lights, rear window...
This stunning 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe, known as “Goldfinger,” was transformed by RUF in 2018 at a cost of nearly €400,000 and will be auctioned by Broad Arrow Auctions at Monterey on August 14, with an estimated value of up to $1,100,000. Originally a U.S.-market 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera...
Porsche recently had some big and exciting news in the form of the first electric Porsche SUV in the form of the Porsche Macan Electric Prototype. Officially named Macan Electric, it will be built using a new platform called PPE, meaning Premium Platform Electric. Similar to the Taycan’s J1 platform,...
Porsche 924 Codes
Porsche 924 Model & Codes The four-cylinder, water-cooled Porsche had been through twenty-plus years of development. The following table summarizes the models. The Porsche 924 Model Codes The Porsche 924 Turbo (931) Model Codes The Porsche 924 Carrera GT (937) Model Codes The Porsche 924 Carrera GTS (937) Model Codes...
Porsche 910/8 Bergspyder Restoration The Porsche 910/8 Bergspyder won the European Mountain Championship in 1967 and 1968. More than 50 years after its greatest success, the rare exhibit has been restored – taking into account the preservation of original materials and the respective history of the car. With this in...
Highlights KAMM creates the ultimate lightweight 912c sports car with classic looks, incredible dynamics, and daily driver usability The latest 912c brings a soft-window Targa to the KAMM family, using the proven Semi-Carbon 912c specification to create an exhilarating open sports car Carbon fiber construction at the core of lightweight...
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...
This 1972 Porsche 911 2.4 S is offered for sale by Issimi. It was first delivered in Milan in May 1972. The current owner acquired it in 2015 and proceeded to have a complete mechanical and body restoration on the example. It currently sports a Black finish matched with “pepita”...
In 2017, at the Geneva Motor Show, Porsche introduced the Sport Tourismo version. It is like a station wagon but has the look of a Shooting Brake. With this design, the Panamera is further away from the 911 rear design. A larger trunk means more space for luggage and golf bags. If the rear seats are folded, the total trunk space can reach 1390 liters (49 cu-ft). In 2017, Porsche installed a V8-diesel engine in the Panamera Sport Tourismo.
Porsche type 64
The Porsche 64, also known as the Type 64 and Type 60K10, is considered by many to be the first automobile from what was to become the Porsche company. The first KdF Berlin-Rome competition car, chassis number 38/41, was finished on August 19, 1939. It had a streamlined body and small 4-cylinder aircooled 1100 cc flat engine.
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...
Falken Motorsports has won both qualifying races for the Nürburgring 24 Hours with the Porsche 911 GT3 R. The four-hour races are considered the most important preparation for the prestigious endurance classic on the storied racetrack. They are also part of the Nürburgring Langsstrecken Series (NLS) for the first time....
The Boxster 718 T was released for the 2020 model year as more sport-oriented versions of the base 718 models. As such, the T features the same 2.0-litre flat-4 engine as the base 718 but adds performance-oriented options such as Porsche's sport suspension system, the Sport Chrono package, and a limited-slip differential, along with minor cosmetic differences including special decals along the lower doors, a smaller-diameter steering wheel, door pull straps in place of standard door handles, wheels from the Porsche 992 Carrera S, and black rear badging.
997 Carrera Depreciation and Buying Guide Buying a Porsche 911 997? Then this is the video to watch. In this depreciation and buying guide of the Porsche 911 997 Carrera, I will show you how much the values changed in the last year and how much the car depreciates per...
30 Point Porsche Boxster Buying & Inspection Checklist In this guide, we’ll walk you through a comprehensive 30-point checklist, covering everything you need to check irrespective which generation Porsche Boxster you are looking to buy. We’ve even created a free, printable PDF version for each generation Boxster that you can...
Porsche 944 Turbo Cabriolet
Porsche 944 VIN and Engine Numbers Our reader already know we have an in-depth VIN decoder for Porsche models, so this post is all about knowing what the VIN range for each model year of Porsche 944. Some important notes for the Porsche 944 VIN researchers out there are noted...
Gunther Werks, the company that remasters the Porsche air-cooled 993 introduced the Project Tornado last year. It is based on a Porsche 993 ‘GT2 RS’ with a 700hp twin-turbo flat six and manual transmission. Gunther Werks enhances the analog driving experience offered by the original car, while at the same...
Porsche is extending the model range of the new 911 with the addition of the light, dynamic 911 Carrera T. Weight-reduction measures, dynamic tuning and a six-speed manual transmission make this a puristic Carrera for superlative driving pleasure. With its lightweight windows, reduced insulation and six-speed manual transmission, the lightest...
Using factory 935/78 ‘Moby Dick’ plans, Kremer built their own version. In doing so they modified the body to their own design to include more downforce. Only two cars were built in K4 specification. Bob Wollek drove the first car to win the Porsche Cup in 1981. Later this car was sold to John Fitzpatrick Racing and driven by John Fitzpatrick and David Hobbs to many successes in the IMSA series.
Common Problems with the Porsche Cayman: What Every Buyer and Owner Should Know The Porsche Cayman has long been celebrated for its mid-engine balance, sharp handling, and thrilling performance. Whether you’re eyeing an early 987 model, a refined 981, or the modern turbocharged 718, the Cayman delivers a premium sports...
Porsche only built 2 914/8s. The first was a development mule that Piëch used to prove the concept of a 914/8. The second was built for Ferry Porsche as a birthday present. Both are very unique 914s still owned by Porsche and regularly shown at the museum in Stuttgart. They had a 300 HP 3.0L 908 engine and a 916 transmission, and was never registered for the street. This was a test bed and a prototype.
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....
This 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0, listed for sale on Bring a Trailer, is one of just 600 examples built and has only 144 original miles on the odometer. Part of the 997 generation, the GT3 RS 4.0 holds a revered spot in Porsche’s Rennsport lineage. Much like the...
In 2013, a small team from Weissach developed a tribute to the 1970 Le Mans winner. The concept utilizes adaptive aerodynamics with Salzburg livery like the original. Carbon Fibre skin, carbon fibre Monocoque and a turbocharged eight-cylinder engine with up to 1,000 PS provides the power. The front and rear suspension are based on 918 components, utilizing motorsport-inspired linkages and pushrods.
In 1983 Porsche produced a stunning one-of road car for TAG owner Mansour Ojjeh. Based on a 934 chassis, it was designed to mimic the potent 935 racecars and subsequently became the one of the first slantnoses. Both the front and rear sections were made similar to the potent 935 race car which dominated the Group 5 Championship. This silhouette series allowed radical modifications which contributed to the repositioned nose, ultra-wdie flares and extended rear bodywork.