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FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar

This 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar, listed on Bring a Trailer, is one of 2,500 examples built to honor the 1984 Dakar-winning 911 RS/SC 4×4 driven by René Jean Metge and Dominique Lemoine. Finished in Ice Gray Metallic with “Rallye 1978” graphics, it features model-specific 19″ front and 20″ rear Dakar...

FOR SALE: 2024 Porsche 911 Dakar

Unveiled at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show, the limited-edition Porsche 911 Dakar pays homage to the iconic 1984 Porsche 953 Carrera 4×4, which competed in the Paris-Dakar Rally. Based on the Carrera 4 GTS, the 911 Dakar comes with off-road-focused modifications such as higher ground clearance, all-terrain tires, unique...

Jay Leno Takes the Porsche 911 Dakar For a Spin

The Porsche 911 Dakar is designed for off-road driving, drawing its name from the legendary Paris-Dakar Rally, which a 911 won overall in 1984. It’s built on the 992 Carrera 4 GTS platform and features a ground clearance that is 50 mm higher than a standard Carrera with sport suspension,...

Richard Hammond Reacts to the New Porsche 911 Dakar

The Porsche 911 has always been a versatile and capable sports car. But with the introduction of the Dakar edition, Porsche has taken versatility to a whole new level. This off-road-ready 911 is designed to tackle the toughest terrain while still maintaining the iconic driving experience that the 911 is...

Comparing Two Special 911s: Dakar vs S/T

The 911 Dakar and 911 S/T are two of the rarest and most unique Porsche 911s available today, each highlighting a different aspect of Porsche’s playful engineering. The Dakar is an off-road-ready sports car inspired by rally racing, while the 911 S/T is a lightweight, purist’s dream built for the...

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Porsche Of The Day: 2024 Porsche 911 Dakar

Unveiled at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 992 Dakar pays tribute to the Porsche 953’s victory in the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally. Based on the Carrera 4 GTS, the 911 Dakar model has been tailored for off-road prowess, featuring enhancements like increased ground clearance, all-terrain tires, specialized drive modes,...

What’s your 911 story?

To date, 27 different variants make up the current generation of the 911 model line-up. Chatting to its developers at a ‘speed dating’ event made one thing clear above all: each Porsche 911 has its own story. Chaos is the enemy of the engineer. Perhaps that would explain why there...

What Makes The Porsche 992 Dakar So Expensive?

The Porsche 992 Dakar is a car that pays homage to Porsche’s victorious history in the Paris-Dakar rally, where they clinched victory with the Porsche 953. This model, produced in a limited run of 2,500 units, celebrates that historic win and embodies Porsche’s legacy in rallying. Recently, Harry Metcalfe from...

FOR SALE: 2024 Porsche 911 (992) Dakar

2024 Porsche 911 (992) Dakar

Unveiled at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 911 Dakar pays tribute to the Porsche 953’s triumphant victory in the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally. Porsche transformed the Carrera 4 GTS into a highly capable off-roader, with modifications that include increased ground clearance, all-terrain tires, specialized drive modes, and weight-saving measures. The 992...

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Porsche Of The Day: 2023 Porsche 911 (992) Dakar

2023 Porsche 911 (992) Dakar

Unveiled at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 911 Dakar pays tribute to the Porsche 953’s triumphant victory in the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally. Porsche transformed the Carrera 4 GTS into a highly capable off-roader, with modifications that include increased ground clearance, all-terrain tires, specialized drive modes, and weight-saving measures....

Porsche 911 Dakar vs Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato – Top Gear

When discussing off-road capable cars, the primary focus is on pickup trucks and SUVs. While compact performance cars with off-road capabilities and a rallying legacy are also considered, the prevalence of SUVs has made their performance variants the most prominent in the off-road performance scene. Porsche and Lamborghini, however, have...

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The 911 Dakar Might Just Be The Best Porsche Of All Time – TheStraightPipes

The new special edition Porsche 911 Dakar is equally at home on loose surfaces as it does on country roads. The exclusive model limited to 2,500 units globally demonstrates that the concept of the Porsche 911 knows almost no boundaries. It harks back to the first overall Porsche victory at...

FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar

2023 Porsche 911 Dakar

Unveiled at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 911 Dakar pays homage to the Porsche 953’s triumphant victory in the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally. To create the new Dakar, Porsche modified the Carrera 4 GTS and transformed it into a very capable off-roader with modifications including increased ground clearance, all-terrain...

FOR SALE: 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar

2023 Porsche 911 Dakar

Live on Bring A Trailer is a delivery mileage example of Porsche’s first publicly available rally car, the 911 Dakar. Unveiled at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 911 Dakar pays tribute to the Porsche 953’s triumphant victory in the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally. This remarkable model is derived from...

Watch The Porsche 911 Dakar Lap The Nürburgring While Cutting Corners

In their newest video, German magazine Sport Auto took the off-road-focused 911 Dakar to the Nürburgring to see just how fast it can complete a lap around the iconic racetrack. Although you might be familiar with numerous onboard laps of the Nürburgring, none of them have been as unconventional as...

Watch The 911 Dakar Go Full Throttle On Autobahn

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...

DRAG RACE: Porsche 911 Dakar vs Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato

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....

Porsche 911 Dakar Sounds Sensational On The Autobahn

In this Autobahn run, AutoTopNL attempts to chase the top speed of the all new Porsche 911 Dakar. The new special edition Porsche 911 Dakar is equally at home on loose surfaces as it does on country roads. The exclusive model limited to 2,500 units globally demonstrates that the concept...

All-New 911 Dakar Takes On Multiple Porsches On An Off-Road Drag Race

Priced at $222,000, the Porsche 911 Dakar offers a rally-inspired setup that enhances traction on gravel and dirt, providing many benefits of the iconic 911 sports car in off-road situations. While not a dedicated off-road vehicle like a Jeep Wrangler, the Dakar is engineered to deliver impressive power on challenging...

Chris Harris Drives The All-New Porsche 911 Dakar

Porsche made sports car history by launching its first publicly available rally car, the $223,450 911 Dakar. After extensive testing, Porsche has settled on a 3.0-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder boxer engine with 473 hp and 420 lb-ft of torque and an 8-speed PDK. The all-new Dakar is true to rally form,...

Mat Watson Goes Off-Roading With The New Dakar

In this video, Mat Watson from carwow takes a closer look at the incredible Porsche 911 Dakar, an off-road modified version of the Carrera 4 GTS. With a raised suspension, retro-styled alloys, and a carbon fibre spoiler, this car is built for adventure. Inside, you’ll find bespoke driving modes, durable...

PistonHeads Reviews The 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar (992)

Get ready to witness the Porsche 911 like you’ve never seen it before! Introducing the Dakar, an off-road focused sports car that breaks new ground for the legendary Porsche 911. With just 2,500 being made, and only 250 coming to the UK, this is a limited opportunity that you won’t...

2023 Porsche 911 Dakar Review By AutoTrader

2023 Porsche 911 Dakar Review By AutoTrader

Rory Reid from AutoTrader took the all-new 911 Dakar to the Sahara Desert to test and review the vehicle that Porsche claims to have real off-road capabilities! ...