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In contrast to the 911 Speedster from the 1989 model year, the 964 Speedster was only offered and produced with the narrow body shape. In December 1991, the first wide bodied prototype based on a 964 Carrera 2 Convertible Turbo-Look was registered at Porsche AG, but it never made it ready for a series production. In response to recurring customer requests for Turbo-Look Speedsters - the optical characteristics of the wide body in combination with the flat windscreen and fiberglass cover had found many fans - Porsche converted the previously individually ordered, narrow Speedster in the exclusive department.
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.
The 964 Carrera RS 3.8 was produced as a base for homologation for the venerable 3.8 RSR. It was unveiled in 1993 and produced in a very small series by Porsche’s Racing Department in Weissach-Flacht, and was an extreme evolution of the 964 Carrera RS that was released two years prior. It featured the wide-body look of the Type 964 Turbo, a massive rear spoiler, and three-piece “Speedline for Porsche” wheels with 235/40 and 285/35 tires, making it distinctively more aggressive in appearance than the fairly restrained styling of the Carrera RS of 1992 and capable of providing significantly more mechanical grip.
The Porsche factory had 93 Turbo chassis left. These were all transferred to Porsche Exclusiv and hand built as the very special 964 Turbo 3.6 S. They were offered with normal, or ‘Flachbau’ slant nose front ends. While the vast majority of Turbo S’ were fitted with the ‘Flachbau’ nose as a no-cost option, the Turbo S could also be had with the traditional 964 nose as well. In all, 76 Flatnose cars were made while 17 non-Flatnose (known as Package option) cars were made. These cars were also fitted with the X88 option, which increased power to 380 hp. 75 flatnose units were produced.
The Porsche 996 Turbo Is An Under-appreciated Sports Car & Shouldn’t Be I haven’t got to spend much time behind Porsche’s on this channel – so I was very excited to get behind the wheel of a 500hp manual Turbo! The 996 for a very long time was neglected as...
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.
The original 1973 Carrera RS was available in Europe but not in the USA. Porsche decided to build the 1993 Carrera RS both to European spec and a limited number in compliance with US regulations. These US spec cars were assigned the name “RS America”. The intent was to create a basic lightweight, no frills 911 with minimal luxury options. The standard US Carrera 2 brakes, engine and gearbox were used. The RS weighed 2,945 pounds so it was almost 80 pounds lighter than a standard Carrera 2.
The Turbo-look Porsche 964 has always been a very desirable automobile, among them 1,532 Carrera 2 Cabriolets constructed worldwide. Within that group, there were some cars that were even more specialized. The Register says six Turbo-look cabriolets were pulled off the production line in Zuffenhausen and transported to the Porsche Exclusive shop in Weissach. Three of these six powerful and luxuriously equipped drop-tops were equipped with left-hand drive for buyers in Germany (Code C00), and the other three were fitted with right-hand drive
A forgotten part of the 964s history is the Turbo S2. It was built to adhere to homologation rules so Porsche could participate in IMSA's sports car racing series. IMSA's homologation rules meant that Porsche had to build at least 200 road-going versions of the participating car, 20 of which needed to share most of the primary components of the race car. The 911 Turbo S2 was built specifically for this purpose and exclusively for the United States and Canada. The 20 homologation specials left the factory as stock 964 Turbos, heading immediately to California-based tuner for "S2" engine upgrades.
The American Roadster is essentially a turbo-bodied Carrera Cabriolet with Turbo suspension and brakes. Like the 356 America Roadster it was named after, the Type 964 America Roadster was a limited-edition, driver-focused convertible destined for the American market. Production for the America Roadster was limited at only 250 examples, and the model was only produced in 1992 and 1993. Its engine was a standard unit making 250 horsepower, but the special edition had the wide fender flares, suspension, brakes, and 17-inch Porsche Cup wheels of the 911 Turbo.
Porsche 964 VIN Numbers Below is our detailed explanation of the 964 VIN codes. Our easy to use guide should help you find what you need quickly. The first part of this appendix provides the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) code breakdowns. From this information it will then be possible for a potential...
Porsche 911 (964) Engine Codes The engine number is located on the engine block, on the right side of the crankcase next to the fan housing. The engine code consists of 8 digits and is the same for all versions. Example: 62K86401 is an M64/01 engine installed in a 1989...
Porsche 911 (964) Transmission Codes The transmission number code is found on the transmission data plate. There were two codes used: 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 Vehicle Design – Tatooine Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Tatooine Commission. Like other Classic Study cars, the Tatooine was built in Singer’s California location. This car was shared with the public in October 2021. The Tatooine Commission is a 4.0L, LHD coupe...
Is This The Perfect Daily 911? A very classy spec vs the super vibrant coupes we tried, our 992 Targa 4 GTS today is a much more daily 911. The design firstly, follows the same cues as the other GTS cars. Black highlights cover the standard the giveaway centre looking...
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Singer Vehicle Design – Max Power Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Max Power Commission. Like other Classic Study cars, the Max Power was built in Singer’s California location. This car was shared with the public in October 2021. The Max Power commission is...
The new GT3 Touring Review 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring review! The new GT3 Touring is absolutely the GT3 I would buy — and today, I’m going to show you why. First I’ll take you on a tour of this GT3 Touring and show you the quirks and features of...
Is the Lightweight Pack Worth It on the GTS? Porsche’s 992 is a big leap however, and because of that I’m not sure how Porsche can make the GTS that much better than the already brilliant standard cars. It needs to have more emotion, needs to have more driving ability...
Could it be better than a turbo? How about a GT3? This is the new 2022 model year Porsche 911 GTS, tested both on a road and at a race track. You can have a GTS as a coupe, cabriolet or with Targa body style. It can be had in two...
Road Review of the Perfect Porsche Street Car The new 992 Porsche 911 GT3 has been kicked even further into the “motorsport” arena, brilliant at the limit but harsh and abusive when being used every day. But the new 911 GTS isn’t for pretending you’re a racing driver: it’s the...
Tom Voelk Drives The 991 Targa 4 GTS The Porsche 911 is available in coupe, cabriolet and Targa models. But the GTS version of the 992 has been missing in action. That wrong will be righted in early 2022 when the GTS returns to slot in perfectly between the 992...
The Porsche 911 GT3 Touring Is Perfect Does it get much better than this for a supercar that offers so much? I’m in love....
M5 vs 911 Turbo Drag Race The 2022 BMW M5 CS ($170,800 CAD as specced, ~$143,000 USD) is an absolute rocket in a straight line. But today it has some serious competition – the current Porsche 911 Turbo ($198,400 CAD, $174,300 USD). We already know that BMW fib about their...
Top Speed In A 992 GT3 – Turn Up the Volume...
PDK vs Manual 992 GT3 – Which Is Better We are back in North Cumbria for a very special episode on Driving Venture. This time we are reviewing the brand new 992 GT3 in both the PDK & Manual transmission! A huge thank you to the owners for providing us with...
Epic Road and Track Test The new, 992-generation Porsche 911 GT3 is one of the best road-going Porsche’s ever built. But is that enough to see off one of the most competent Lamborghini’s in recent memory – the wild, 601 bhp Huracán EVO RWD? Steve Sutcliffe drives both on some...
The Gunther Werks 993 The Drive returns to the Gunther Werks headquarters to get an insider’s look at the new tech going into the company’s next-generation “remastered” Porsche 911 993 Projects like the new Speedster. This car, the company’s “Greenwich” commission, did just over 1:30 around Laguna Seca, which is excellent...
Old School Twin Turbo Flat-Six Noises! In today’s video I’ll take you onboard a gorgeous 2009 Porsche 911 997 GT2 ClubSport fitted with Capristo exhaust system. This thing is an absolute monster, a true driver’s car!...
One of the BEST Sportscars Money Can Buy We go for a drive in the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3. Our reviews give you two perspectives. Jakub takes the perspective of the car enthusiast, while Yuri represents the interests of the general consumer. You won’t find details about engine comp...
Which Porsche 911 Would You Choose? Which of the two most potent Porsche 911s on sale is quickest around a track? Steve Sutcliffe straps himself in for this track battle to find out. The Porsche 911 GT3 and Turbo S are two very different interpretations of a fast 911. The...
The 911 Porsche feared no-one would buy! In this episode we bring you a rather special car, one of the original 500 Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS! Iain looks back at the history of the 911 and how the Carrera RS came to be, an unexpected path that surprised even...
Affordable Supercars Drag Race HERE.WE.GO! Formula 1 Car vs BMW M 1000 RR vs Porsche 911 Turbo S! That’s right, David Coulthard is back and he’s lining up against 5-time Isle of Man winner Peter Hickman for a truly epic drag race! …Oh, and of course, Mat’s alongside them as well. Now,...
Ultimate Air-Cooled 911 – Porsche 993 GT2 Among Porsche connoisseurs, there is one modern 911 that stands out as the pinnacle of the air-cooled bloodline: the 993 GT2. Built to homologate the car for FIA GT Championship racing, just 172 road-going versions of the GT2 were made, with only 44...
Awesome POV Drive In a 996 GT3 Clubsport 996 GT3 Clubsport -01. this is a fast drive through some twisty back roads. hope you enjoy the ride and stay tuned for more....
Jenson Button’s Porsche 964 Turbo 3.6 For Sale The Porsche 911 Turbo 3.6 is a rare modern classic supercar, and even more special among those are cars fitted with the hallowed ‘X88’ power package. You can therefore imagine the buzz among our team in bringing to market not only one...
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TheStraightPipes 992 GT3 Review 2022 GT3 review by The Straight Pipes. The 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 is putting down 502 horsepower and 346 lb-ft of torque from a 4 Litre flat 6. At $222,340 CAD, would you take it over the last gen GT3 or AMG GTR?...
Is this road racer special the ultimate air-cooled 911 turbo? The Porsche 911 GT (better known as the 993 GT2) will always be one of the most coveted 911 of all. Built in very limited numbers mainly for homologation reasons, it went on to dominate the FIA GT2 class during...
One of the BEST Sportscars Money Can Buy I’ve always wondered if there existed a realistically attainable sportscar that could convince me to sell my original Acura NSX, and just what that car might be. Enter the 991 Porsche 911 GT3....
Performance, Engine, Styling & More The Porsche 911 GT3 Touring is a race-oriented sports car that has been absent from Porsche’s lineup since 2019. Back for 2022, the 911 GT3 Touring offers a driving experience like no other. In this video, Carlos Lago from Edmunds jumps in the driver’s seat...
First Drives Manual and PDK 992 GT3 at Anglesey Track in Wales : words I never thought it’d utter! A huge honour to be part of a tiny group of UK car mags and journos to have the chance to drive the UK spec cars for the first time. All...
In 1979, French cyclist Jean Claude Rude set out to break the world speed record for a bicycle. The previous record for a bicycle, set in 1962, belonged to his compatriot José Meiffret and was 204.7 km/h (127.2 mph). This speed was shown on the German autobahn near Freiburg, where...
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Dream Car Review Watch this great review of a manual 992 Porsche 911 GT3. Does it live up to expectations? Hint: It does....
Evo Magazine Drives the New GT3 on Track There are few more exciting performance cars than a Porsche 911 GT3, and the new 992-generation GT3 is no exception. We join Steve Sutcliffe on a soggy Anglesey Circuit as he takes it up to and over the limit to find out...
Hard Acceleration Runs in a 992 GT3 – She’s a Screamer...
Awesome 992 Carrera S Review Porsche 911 992 Carrera S REVIEW POV Test Drive on AUTOBAHN & ROAD by AutoTopNL ...
All the Racecar Fizz, None of the Flash – One Take 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring review! The new Porsche 992 GT3, both with and without the wing, is one of the most hotly anticipated cars of the year – few cars elicit as many questions at events or on...
Porsche 911 Turbo S In Depth Review We review the 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S one of the fastest street cars on the planet. There are many exotics, EVs, and sports cars; the 911 blends supercar speed, practicality, technology and, aerodynamics. As tested, at around $225,000, we take a deep...
Which Is Better? Do you have around £85,000 on your next car? Then look no further… We’ve brought together the BMW M3 Competition and the Porsche 911 Carrera to find out which car you should go for! When it comes to performance, both of these cars easily offer more than...
Screw Forced Induction. This is Perfect. The 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 ($222,340 CAD as specced, ~$198,000 USD) is a high-revving, naturally aspirated sports car that mixes pure driving delight with precision track driving. Commanding over 500 horsepower and a nine-thousand RPM redline, Porsche claim the 911 GT3 can launch itself...
Take My Money A special surprise for us on day of Goodwood as we arrived at Porsche’s secret location outside of the FOS. After our last video of the GT3 on track, I simply couldn’t resist the opportunity to drive the new 992 Touring PDK on the road! And spoiler:...
Affordable Supercars Drag Race Mat’s lined up in the super rare (and super expensive!) Ferrari 488 Pista Piloti, and he’s alongside Yianni in his Lamborghini Aventador SV and an ES Motor-tuned 992 Porsche 911 Turbo S! Now trust us, the stats on each of these cars are insane! Starting with...
The Perfect Car. Period. The End. Watch one of the first drive review of the new 992 Porsche 911 GT3. Finally, the new GT3! I don’t know how Porsche do it but they just keep getting better and better, how do you all rate the new one? Personally I love...
…And the winner is… Thomas and James put some of the most exciting new cars head to head. The C8 Corvette is a proven entity on our drag strip, but how does it compare to its more expensive rival, the 992 Carrera S? Also along is the new and updated...
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...
Doug DeMuro Reviews the 996 Turbo The Porsche 911 Turbo (996) is an amazing bargain. Today I’m reviewing the 996 Turbo, and I’m going to show you all the quirks and features of one of the best bargain 911 models. Then I’m going to drive the 996 Turbo and show...
Less Is More Fun? Rory reviews the new 992 generation 911 GT3 Touring – a track car for people who don’t want to look like they’re driving a track car. But is less really more, or is the standard GT3 the one to buy?...
Porsche 911 GT3 RS Screaming 9,000 RPM Flat Six Special Thanks to Boston Motorsports for this incredible drive in the 991.2 Porsche 911 GT3 RS....
The Differences Between the 991.1 and 991.2 We have all seen these debates all over forums and Facebook groups countless times but feel like very few have taken an approach that A) focuses on the more technical side (vs. opinion-based) and B) comes from people who have actually owned and...
Classic Touring Series II Restomod If you like the idea of a classic 911, but secretly desire a 21st century sports car, then the Classic Touring Series II by Paul Stephens Porsche is just for you. Each car is a lovingly updated classic, with vastly increased power and all the beauty...
Singer Vehicle Design – Jersey Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Jersey Commission. At the heart of the Jersey Commission is the 4.0L, naturally-aspirated, air-cooled flat-six. For this car, the owner has specified a 6-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive. The engine itself is presented with...
992 Porsche 911 Carrera Review One thing you’re never short of with 911, is variants. And in 992 we already have quite a few, with the Carrera S, 4S, Turbo, Turbo S, Cabriolet, Targa, Targa heritage… and now the new GT3… Well, you get the idea! And it’s a similar...
The 2022 Porsche Targa 4 GTS adds more grunt, packs less weight, has sharper handling, and packages it up in the sexiest bodystyle that Porsche sells. The Targa 4 GTS gives us the best of all worlds, providing all-wheel-drive traction, an open-top experience, and a fixed-roof feeling in the same car. Its automatic transmission and adaptive suspension completed the image of a daily-driver sports car. This may be the perfect car.
Head to Head – Porsche 911 GT3 (997) vs. 911 Carrera S (992) Little separates 997 GT3 and 992 Carrera S on paper: just 35hp difference in their flat-sixes means they’re within a tenth of each other to 62mph, and one mph at top speed. They both have manual gearboxes,...
Porsche has also decided to gift the GTS a more distinct and dynamic personality that can’t be duplicated via the Carrera S’s options list (even if you could get the engine, which you cannot). The downside is that the price has gone up too and ticking a few more options boxes can get the Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet into 911 Turbo territory price-wise. In the engine department, the 3-litre twin turbo flat six develop 473 bhp and 420 ft lbs.
The engine is the same 3.0-litre, twin-turbocharged flat-six petrol engine as in the 911 Carrera S, but it has been fettled to produce 473 bhp. The GTS also has a bespoke suspension set-up that sits 10mm lower than the standard 911, and that's true no matter whether you choose two- or four-wheel drive. Most of the time, there's absolutely no difference between the standard GTS and the all-wheel-drive version. But when you need it, the AWD Carrera 4 GTS will save you.
The 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet arrives with 473 horsepower and 420 ft lbs of torque. Porsche's ultimate Carrera cabriolet model is brilliant, and flexible. Sure, you can go faster in a 992 911 Turbo, but we guarantee it won't be as much fun or as engaging as the GTS Cabriolet. This is just a great car, an all-round sports car that combines effortless performance with open top fun. It gets a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six engine producing 473 horsepower.
The reality was that in the past you could basically build your own GTS. In the past, Porsche offered an optional factory "power kit" for 911 Carreras, but things are different now. That isn't an option for the 992. The 992 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS is therefore your only pass for accessing a version of the 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six tuned up to 473 hp and 420 ft lbs of torque. Those figures are achieved via an approximately 14.5 percent increase in turbo boost pressure.
