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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...
1988 Porsche 911 Carrera by RWB
The 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera underwent a backdating process and received an RWB widebody kit by Porsche tuner Akira Nakai. It was then repainted in Guards Red by LTMotorwerks of El Monte, California, using BASF Glasurit products. Additional modifications include a ducktail rear spoiler, 18″ Forgestar wheels, KW coilovers, a...
The Gemballa Cyrrus, based on the Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Cabriolet, debuted in 1986 and immediately captivated the everyone’s attention, especially the super rich. Initially focusing on aesthetics, Gemballa concentrated on the body kit and interior, while RUF handled the mechanical upgrades. Equipped with the naturally aspirated version of the...
For decades, Porsche has been renowned for its focus on performance in the automotive industry. One of its top models, the 911, particularly demonstrates this quality, even to this day. However, have you ever stopped to consider the advanced features of the older 911 models for their time? This 1985...
The replacement for the SC series came in 1984 as the 911 3.2 Carrera, reviving the Carrera name for the first time since 1977. This was the last iteration in the original 911 series, with all subsequent models featuring new body styling and new brake, electronic, and suspension technologies. Almost the same galvanised body as the SC. Engine was claimed to be 80 per cent new, and the first production 911 to feature an ECU to control the ignition and fuel systems.
Porsche introduced a new wide-body package option. Known as the M491 option it was commonly known as the "Turbo-Look". It gave the naturally aspirated cars the look and style of the 930 Turbo with wide wheel arches and the distinctive "tea tray" tail. It wasn't just about looks however, because M491 also got you the stiffer suspension shared with the Turbo and the superior Turbo braking system as well as the wider Turbo wheels. It was available on the Coupe, Cab and Targa.