This remarkable 911 is a bespoke sports car, crafted by Singer Vehicle Design, and is one of the few Targa models ever produced by the company. The car was originally a UK-delivered right-hand drive 964 Targa, which underwent a complete rebuild and customization process by Singer in California between 2016...
The 964 Carrera RS (Standard) was introduced by Porsche for model year 1992 specifically for the European market as a lightweight, high performance version of the 964 Carrera 2. It featured a revised version of the standard 3.6 liter engine, titled M64/03 internally, with an increased power output of 260 bhp (194 kW; 264 PS). The RS does not look much different from the other 911 models of the period but its weight is reduced and power increased. True to its racing spirit, the Carrera RS featured bucket seats and thinner materials, but lacked power windows, air conditioning, air bags, and other creature comforts.
Singer Vehicle Design Inspiration – Gorgeous Interiors About to spec your Singer Porsche and not sure what to do with the interior? Building your own Porsche and want ideas from the best in the world? This is the post for you, time to get inspired. All Singer 911s come with...
Background Singer Vehicle Design, founded in 2009 by musician and car enthusiast Rob Dickinson, has redefined the concept of automotive restoration. Based in California, Singer specializes in the meticulous restoration and modification of Porsche 911s, particularly the 964 generation (1989–1994). Their philosophy—“Restored, Reimagined, Reborn”—captures the essence of their mission: to...
Tiff visits Rob Dickinson’s workshop where he shows the modifications he’s made, using the best parts from different cars. Tiff is then allowed to drive his Restomod Porsche 911 round the Willow Springs Track....
Singer Vehicle Design – Oxford Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Oxford Commission. The Oxford commission is a Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer and it was a Dynamics and Lightweighting Study model. On the inside we have an interior in Bone White, with bespoke...
Established in Los Angeles in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a prominent figure in reimagining Porsche 911s from the 964-generation according to the preferences of their esteemed clients. Just like all other Singer creations, this reimagined 1991 Porsche 911, set to be auctioned by RM Sotheby’s from March 1-2, is...
Lifestyle Experience x Reveal Show The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, originated in 2003 as part of Monterey Car Week in California. Located at Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel Valley, the event was founded by Gordon McCall and Peninsula Signature Events to provide an exclusive, intimate setting for automotive...
Tim Gregorio takes Jay in-depth on Singer Vehicle Design’s 100th commission....
Behind the Wheel of a 964 Carrera 2 Quick review of this beautiful 1990 Porsche 911 964 Carrera 2 manual five speed, owned by my friend Joe...
Porsche 911 (964) Paint Color Options This post outlines all the color options for the 964 generation Porsche 911 over its production life, from 1989 model year through to end of 1993 production (1994) model year. We have official books and catalogs of all the color options for the first...
No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member? Sign in to your account here....
Highlights One of 75 examples created by Singer Vehicle Design 4.0L, naturally aspirated 500HP, 9,000rpm air-cooled flat six engine developed by Williams Advanced Engineering Approximately only 2,200lbs due to extensive carbon fiber, magnesium, and titanium components Extensive motorsport engineering by Williams Advanced Engineering, including front and rear suspension, Brembo carbon...
Originally a 1991 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 coupe, this car was meticulously modified by Singer Vehicle Design in 2023 as part of a commissioned build known as the “Space City Commission.” Singer, founded by Rob Dickinson in 2009, specializes in transforming 964-generation 911s into high-performance, handcrafted works of art. This...
The unique restoration of this 1992 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 Coupe was exclusively commissioned to Olsen Motorsports, who carried out the project at their facility in Chicago dedicated to creating and restoring exceptional vehicles. To begin, the chassis underwent a complete strip-down process, followed by chemical stripping and modification, including...
Singer Vehicle Design – Queenstown Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Queenstown Commission. The Queenstown Commission is powered by a 3.8L, naturally aspirated, air-cooled flat-six. A ceramic plenum finish is specified along with a 5-speed manual transmission, optimized by Singer for shift weight and feel. Fully adjustable...
Singer Vehicle Design, based in Los Angeles, was established in 2009 by Rob Dickinson, former lead singer of Catherine Wheel. The company specializes in high-performance customizations of 964-series Porsche 911s. Each vehicle undergoes a meticulous restoration, where it’s stripped to its steel frame, reinforced, and fitted with lightweight carbon-fiber panels,...
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...
Bid now to get the chance to acquire one of the rarest 964s ever built, a 1992 Porsche 911 Turbo S2 currently offered for sale-via-auction with no reserve on Bring A Trailer. In 1991, the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) introduced the Bridgestone Supercar Championship as a support race during...
Porsche Option Codes – Porsche 911 (1993 Model Year) Looking to decode your 1993 Porsche 911 option codes? Want to know what those codes are in your 1993 Porsche 911 service manual? Then this is the post for you. We painstakingly researched all the Porsche option and equipment codes for...
Every so often, Porsche creates a short production run of cars that celebrates the attributes of one of their special models. In 1993, the Stuttgart engineers decided to develop a race version of their 911 Type 964 Carrera RS, aptly named the Carrera RSR 3.8, and aimed it squarely at...
You can say that the 3.6-liter 964 generation Porsche 911 Turbo was indeed a special car and that still remains today. Aside from boasting superb performance, it’s aesthetically pleasing looks make it an extremely desirable piece of art that would certainly serve as a centerpiece of any car collection just...
Tearing It Up In The $1.8 Million Ultimate 911 Henry Catchpole gets his first close-up look at Singer’s $1.8m DLS Porsche 911 restomod and soaks in the screaming 9000rpm flat-six at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2021....
Personally, I just love the Porsche 930 Turbo, especially the 3.3-Liter version made between 1978 and 1989, with nearly 19,000 units made at Zuffenhausen, Stuttgart in West Germany, it shouldn’t be a rare car, but with the last one leaving the factory doors over 30 years ago, you will understand...
Stock or UnStock? Southern California’s air-cooled Porsche culture is undoubtedly home to faithful enthusiasts who believe Porsche’s legendary sports car, the 911, is the ultimate canvas to build the “perfect” sports car. While too much ego in customizing can lead to an ugly duck (and bankruptcy), novel and tasteful modifications...
Clubsport Series II Restomod In 2007 Paul Stephens introduced a lightweight coupé called the Clubsport. Created from the ethos of ‘less is more’, the Clubsport was a very light formidable car capable of showing a clean pair of heels to more modern machinery on a twisty road or circuit. A decade...
Singer Vehicle Design: Porsche 911 Re-Imagined, Original Spirit – XCAR Meet Rob Dickinson, the founder of Singer Vehicle Design. This documentary follows his passion of the Porshce 911, and shows how Singer rebuild and modify the classic car. Singer performs restoration, tuning, modification and customization services on Porsche 911s owned by...
Porsche Option Codes – Porsche 911 (1989 Model Year) Looking to decode your 1989 Porsche 911 option codes? Want to know what those codes are in your 1989 Porsche 911 service manual? Then this is the post for you. We painstakingly researched all the Porsche option and equipment codes for...
Singer Vehicle Design – Linden Green Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Linden Green. Linden Green over Sand. Champagne Gold stacks. Photo Credits: Singer Vehicle Design...
Few Porsches command as much respect as the 964-generation Carrera RS 3.8, an ultra-rare variant that embodies Porsche’s motorsport DNA. Currently available through RM Sotheby’s, this example is one of only 55 ever built, making it one of the most exclusive air-cooled 911s. The 964 generation marked a pivotal evolution...
Note: Some images from this article provided by Roger Katz. The Type 964 Porsche 911 was a revolutionary car when it came to market in 1989. It was the first non-supercar Porsche to feature all wheel drive as an option. It was the first 911 to come as standard with...
Strap in as Christian Gebhardt from sport auto pushes a Porsche 911 (964) Carrera RS to its limits around the Hockenheimring circuit in Germany!...
No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member? Sign in to your account here....
For its inaugural venture, Sacrilege Motors meticulously refurbished and converted a Porsche 911 America Roadster to electric propulsion. This automobile is an exclusive U.S. edition of the Carrera 2 Cabriolet Turbo-look, with merely 250 in existence. Its custodian christened it Blackbird, paying homage to the stellar SR-71 Blackbird aircraft. The...
This Porsche 911, known as “GS1,” was a prototype developed by GS Manufaktur for their Apparatus GS 964 backdate project. It boasts a lightweight carbon composite body, bespoke trim, and a meticulously crafted interior. In addition to its striking design, the car features upgraded brakes, a refined suspension system, and...
Singer Vehicle Design – Milano Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Milano Commission. First of all, this car is a Dynamics & Lightweighting Study which means it is restored by the team based at Singer’s UK center of operations. This is probably my favorite...
To some people, mainly Porsche people, this is the most desirable car you could own. Singer comprises a bunch of zany, brilliant Porsche-files who have invested their lives in re-imagining the classic Porsche 911. We tour the factory, speak to the team and drive it on road and track....
Singer Vehicle Design – Raffles Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Raffles Commission. The carbon-fiber bodywork is presented in Yolk Yellow with dark ghosted stripes and lettering. For this car the air-cooled, naturally aspirated flat-six is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. Both the...
No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member? Sign in to your account here....
Singer has come a long way since its founder Rob Dickinson started turning Porsche 964s into four-wheeled jewelry 12 years ago. But with overwhelming demand from people who want a brand new, old 911 (the waiting list for a car is now four years) it’s outgrown its premises. Which means...
This 1990 Porsche 964 Carrera 2 Coupe was originally distributed by Mizwa Porsche of Japan and came from the factory with a rare Murano Green color, sunroof delete, and a 5-speed G50 manual gearbox. A previous owner in Japan gave the car a custom RSR-style restoration which included backdated bodywork,...
Singer Vehicle Design – Auburn Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Auburn Commission. This left hand drive coupe has a fairly standard exterior and interior combination that we have seen a bunch on other Singer car, but it looks great so why mess with...
Porsche 911 (964) Technical Specifications & Model Comparison Comparison of the C2, RS, Cup 911 964s Specs Carrera 2 USA Carrera 2 Euro RS America RS Touring Carrera Cup USA RS Lightweight RS Competition Carrera Cup Street legal yes yes yes yes yes yes yes no Mechanicals/electric Carrera 2 USA...
Singer Vehicle Design – Westlake Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Westlake Commission. The Westlake Commission is a Targa reimagined by Singer. All-wheel drive, 4.0L, 6 speed. Attack Grey over Deep Red. Photo credit: Singer Vehicle Design...
Singer Vehicle Design Inspiration – Steering Wheel & Dashboard Momo’s Prototipo steering wheel isn’t flashy, and that’s the appeal according to car owners. The familar shape and feel are known to most die-hards car guys and the perfection makes them a no-brainer, they literall work on any car of any ...
Porsche 911 (964) Sales & Production Numbers Over the life of the Porsche 911 (type 964) it was considered a sales success. While Porsche was struggling at the time thanks to its own issues as well as a big recession globally, the 964 nonetheless sold enough to keep the company...
Porsche introduced the 964 Carrera RS for the 1992 model year, specifically targeting the European market as a lightweight, high-performance variant of the 964 Carrera 2. Porsche engineers prioritized minimizing the weight of the 964 RS, successfully removing nearly 300 pounds. The car featured an aluminum bonnet, lighter and thinner-gauge...
Singer Vehicle Design – Berlin Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Berlin Commission. This left hand drive coupe is a red Singer which is quite rare. Like other Classic Study cars, the Berlin is built in Singer’s California location. This car was shared with...
The Sundown Commission is a stunning example of Singer’s craftsmanship and attention to detail. It features a beautiful Horizon Blue Metallic exterior and a bespoke Chestnut suede-mix special leather weave interior. The car underwent a comprehensive restoration process, starting with the disassembly of the chassis and treating it for rust...
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...
Everrati Automotive Limited (Everrati™) has completed the build of its first Porsche 911 (964) for the U.S. market. Featuring a state-of-the-art OEM-grade electric powertrain designed and developed at its global headquarters in Oxfordshire, England, the full build of the redefined 911 (964) has been carried out to the highest standards by...
Porsche Option Codes – Porsche 911 (1992 Model Year) Looking to decode your 1992 Porsche 911 option codes? Want to know what those codes are in your 1992 Porsche 911 service manual? Then this is the post for you. We painstakingly researched all the Porsche option and equipment codes for...
Autosport Designs takes the Porsche 911/964 RS N/GT Clubsport for a test drive. One of only 290 examples produced and one of only 38 that were given a factory Ruby Stone Red finish....
The DLS is the ultimate expression of an air-cooled Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer. Project 73 is “third to last” Dynamics and Lightweighting Study (DLS) built by Singer and considered a more desirable late-production EVO example. Painted in Fluid Silver with ghosted dark contrasting Porsche lettering in Earth Blue, Project...
Starting with a European-market 964 Carrera 4 that retains its original numbers, this 1991 model underwent an extensive custom nut-and-bolt restoration spanning over 3,500 hours by Abreu Motors. The restoration included a comprehensive full-metal wide-body conversion, the installation of backdated bumpers, and the integration of new suspension featuring Bilstein PSS10...
The 964 based Speedster was the 1994 Speedster which was based on the 964 Carrera 2 platform. There are far fewer 1994 911 Speedsters in the world than the 1989 model, with production reportedly totaled only around 936 units, less than half as many as the 1989 example. Whereas the 1989 Speedster was primarily an aesthetic package, the 964 version sought a happy medium between the regular Carrera 2 and the hardcore Carrera RS. It had the same engine as the base Carrera and didn’t have the same suspension bits as the RS.
This ‘Sooner’ 911 is based on a 1990 964 Carrera 2 and has undergone significant modifications to both its appearance and performance. The car has been given a retro ‘backdate’ aesthetic, with the body shell stripped and ice blasted before being fitted with F-model steel front wings and wide body...
A Cool Documentary About Fulfilling Your Potential The Porsche 911 remains to be one of the most important cars in the history of automobiles. With Singer Vehicle Design’s DLS Study, the 964 Porsche has been given the capabilities to fulfill its potential. Developed alongside Williams F1, the DLS breeds a...
No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member? Sign in to your account here....
No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member? Sign in to your account here....
Epic PS Autoart 911, It has a 964 shell but has a completely custom interior, wheels, lights, chrome bodywork and a unique paint job....
Everrati Automotive Limited, the leading sustainable-luxury technology company specializing in redefining and futureproofing automotive icons through the integration of cutting-edge electric vehicle (EV) powertrains, has just revealed its most driver-focused electrified Porsche yet – a new addition inspired by the Type 964 RSR. Respecting the original RSR 3.8 Building on...
Phil Wagenheim is a successful New York investor who also serves as CEO at Sacrilege Motors in Connecticut. During the early days of SPACs (Special-Purpose Acquisition Companies), Wagenheim achieved significant financial success. However, the Covid lockdown had him spend extensive time at home with his children. As a lifelong Porsche...
A bespoke 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 coupe, restored and reimagined by Singer Vehicle Design, is now up for sale, offering collectors a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most meticulously built 964-based cars available. Originally delivered as a standard 964-generation Carrera 2, this coupe underwent a full transformation...
Common Problems with Air-Cooled Porsche 911s: What Every Buyer and Owner Should Know The F-Series, G-Series, 964 & 993 Few cars hold the iconic status of the air-cooled Porsche 911. From the first-generation F-Series (1964–1973) to the last air-cooled 993 (1994–1998), these classics represent more than just automotive excellence—they’re cultural...
Singer Vehicle Design – Caroline Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Caroline Commission. First of all, this car is a Dynamics & Lightweighting Study which means it is restored by the team based at Singer’s UK center of operations. This is probably my favorite...
Type 964 family line-up in 1990 showing the Carrera 4 range: (from front to back) Cabriolet, Targa and Coupé From a technical perspective, the 911 Carrera Type 964 represented one of the most significant steps forward for Porsche, for many years. The new Type 964 looked like a 911 that...
Background This 1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 is a slick-top coupe that spent nearly a decade off the road before it was donated to its current owner, the Porsche Club of America, by a member in 2020. It is finished in Guards Red over black and beige upholstery, and power...
For more than 70 years, the Porsche Speedster has stood for something pretty simple: an open-top sports car that focuses on driving without distractions. What started as a lightweight version of the Porsche 356 for American customers in the 1950s grew into one of the most recognizable variants in the...
Singer has definitely earned its place as perhaps the most respected name in the restoration and reimagining of Porsche 911s from 1989 to 1994, all based on the 964-generation chassis and tailored to the exacting standards of its elite clientele. Offered through RM Sotheby’s upcoming Sealed Drop auction is a...
The Singer DLS (Dynamics and Lightweighting Study) represents the pinnacle of Porsche 911 reimagination – a breathtaking collaboration between Singer Vehicle Design and Williams Advanced Engineering, bringing Formula 1 expertise directly to one of the most iconic sports cars of all time. Based on the 964-generation 911, with only 75...
Singer Vehicle Design – Stockholm Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Stockholm Commission. It has a 4.0L, air-cooled flat-six and is specified with velocity stacks, presented in a champagne gold finish, and is paired with a six-speed, manual transmission. The gear shift knob is...
Singer highlighted the extent of its collaboration with owners through a Family Portrait showing four Porsche 911s reimagined to reflect individual preferences for coupe, slantnose coupe, targa, and cabriolet cars. Singer Founder and Executive Chairman, Rob Dickinson speaks “The 911 Turbo was launched fifty years ago. Since then, it has...
No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member? Sign in to your account here....
In March 1993, Porsche presented the Porsche 911 anniversary model “30 years 911” at the Geneva Motor Show. Since then, the special model is also called “Jubi” for short. Under the Porsche internal code M096, there is essentially a Carrera 4 with the wide turbo body but without wings. The 964 anniversary edition could be ordered with exclusive interior design and numerous possibilities of customization. According to Porsche, the special model was limited to 911 vehicles and manufactured in the model years 1993 and 1994.
How to Identify Your Porsche 911 (964) Turbo 3.6 In addition to the Slantnose cars there was a 964 Turbo 3.6 “Package”-version made for USA, which incorporated many X-goodies from the price list of Porsche Exclusive. No wonder, the “Package” cars are sometimes referred to as 964 Turbo S 3.6...
Singer Vehicle Design – Quartz DLS Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Quartz Commission. The Quartz Commission is a Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer and it was a Dynamics and Lightweighting Study model. This Singer has it’s own Instagram page so you can follow...
Singer Vehicle Design Inspiration – The Cars Singer Vehicle Design (SVD or Singer) restores and modifies existing Porsche® automobiles for its customers. Today’s post is all about those Singer restored cars. We keep track of as many of Singer’s commissions as possible, but we have never created a picture gallery...






































































































