Porsche’s latest evolution of the 911, the 992.2 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid, has proven its performance credentials with an impressive lap time of 7:18.78 around the Nürburgring Nordschleife. Piloted by sport auto test driver Christian Gebhardt, the hybrid-assisted GTS demonstrated its capabilities on the 20.6-kilometer circuit. This lap time places the...
Is this the Sweet Spot in the Current 911 Lineup? The Sweet Spot 911 is NOT a budget GT3, or a Turbo! When it comes to #Porsche, #GTS are three letters that immediately invoke a lot of emotions. If you’re a Turbo customer, somewhere in the back of your mind,...
Few classic cars evoke the same sense of timeless elegance and performance as the Porsche 356. This iconic vehicle, first introduced in the late 1940s, continues to captivate enthusiasts and collectors, even six decades after its debut. But what happens when you take a 60-year-old car and infuse it with...
On Track In the Porsche Mission R The all-electric Porsche Mission R is a vision of the marque’s motorsport future and although it’s just a concept for now, it certainly doesn’t lack performance. Adam Towler had a brief opportunity to experience it first hand. Porsche built the Mission R Concept as...
In its push for overall Le Mans victories, Porsche drifted away from its belief that race cars should closely mirror road models. After the dominant 917 wins in 1970 and 1971, the brand returned to its roots by developing competition cars based on the 911. The naturally aspirated Carrera RSR...
$1.45M Porsche 930 with Formula 1 Engine by Lanzante This is Lanzante’s Porsche 930 TAG Turbo and its limited to just 11 examples. This 930 might look like a normal Porsche 911, but its powered by a 1.5 liter TAG-Porsche Turbo V6 engine from McLaren which were used to power...
Porsche’s long-standing relationship with Volkswagen was reinforced in 1969 with the debut of the 914, a Porsche-developed, mid-engine Targa sports car built by Karmann in Osnabrück. Volkswagen needed a successor to the ageing Karmann-Ghia, while Porsche was seeking an additional, more affordable model to expand its range. Unveiled at the...
A recent video from Outlaw Garage on YouTube dives into an exceptionally rare gem: the ultra-limited RUF BTR2. This particular BTR2 is one of just 18 ever produced and is even more unique as one of only five right-hand-drive models. Originally delivered in striking Riviera Blue to a buyer in...
Porsche 944 Turbo – Fast Blast Review The guys climb into a tuned 944 Turbo to kick off our new simpler-faster review series called “Fast Blasts”. As usual we enjoy some great mountain roads and talk about 944s in general as well as the changes this owner has done. Subscribe...
A video released by Teknikens Värld shows off the impressive handling capabilities of the Porsche 718 Boxster 25 Years. This special edition vehicle boasts a stunning GT Silver paint job, reminiscent of the iconic Carrera GT, while gold accents adorn the front bumper, side intakes, and wheels. Stepping inside, buyers...
New Porsche 935 at Goodwood This is the new Porsche 935 supercar, a track dedicated super limited edition Porsche based on the GT2 RS and designed to celebrate the original Porsche 935 of the 70’s! Here are all the details and what it’s like to drive…...
Is The 997 GT2 Really a $170k Experience? Based on the 997 Turbo, the GT2 was by the far the fastest and most powerful 911 at the time. Let’s see how it tackles some gorgeous open roads in Southern California, and explore whether perhaps the ultimate version of the 997...
Held in the grounds of Hedingham Castle, Classics at the Castle is a very special Porsche car show held annually. One of the highlights of the show was the Le Mans winning, Number 23, 917K as driven by Richard Attwood. We spoke to Richard about what it was like driving...
Porsche celebrated the 60th anniversary of the iconic 911 with a new special edition called the 911 S/T . Honoring the performance-focused 911 ST from 1969, this modern iteration combines 911 GT3 RS elements with the 911 GT3 Touring Package body, featuring specially developed lightweight components. Power is delivered by...
Dubbed the world’s first “retro hypercar,” the 9×9 by Kalmar Automotive is set to redefine the limits of bespoke automotive craftsmanship while paying tribute to the legendary Porsche 959. This car starts as a Porsche 993. However, little of the original remains after Calmar’s meticulous transformation. The chassis evolves into...
Autocar Reviews both the Porsche 718 Cayman GTS & Boxster GTS Praise be, the regular Porsche 718 Cayman and Porsche 718 Boxster with a six-cylinder engine are back. When Porsche moved its 718 Cayman and 718 Boxster to four-cylinder turbocharged engines, a good old-fashioned flat six engine was reserved for the limited...
The current Turbo S comes with an all-new, 3.8 liter boxer six with two variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbochargers. The power output is a staggering 640 hp and 590 lbs-ft of torque. In keeping with previous Turbo models, the engine powers all four wheels. Performance wise, the Turbo S is...
Based in Pfaffenhausen, Germany, near Stuttgart, RUF began its journey modifying Porsche 911s long before terms like “restomod” entered the automotive lexicon. Under the leadership of Alois Ruf Jr., the company evolved from a small family-run business to a manufacturer of some of the most exclusive and innovative cars. The...
Nürburgring Video – Porsche 911 GT2 RS MR Porsche has set another new record on the Nürburgring-Nordschleife in cooperation with Manthey-Racing. On Thursday, 25 October 2018, the Porsche GT2 RS MR with 515 kW (700 hp) completed a lap of the 20.6-kilometre long circuit in 6:40.3 minutes. No other road-legal...
Porsche 911 GT2 RS Nurburgring Video Porsche set a new record for road-approved sports cars on the 20.6-kilometre Nürburgring Nordschleife in the 911 GT2 RS on September 20. The record time of 6 minutes and 47.3 seconds was achieved in the presence of a notary and surpassed even Porsche’s own...
Porsche Boxster Spyder – Uniquely Attainable During the 987 generation of the Boxster, Porsche made a limited edition Spyder variant. When owner Jay came though Park City in his Spyder, he reached out to Paul and Todd to see if they wanted some seat time. We couldn’t resist....
Sub-four-second 0-60s and 600bhp are performance figures that were once exclusively the domain of supercars, but not these days… In the first installment of Stig’s Garage, we take two of the fastest SUVs on the market and pit them against each other on the Top Gear Test Track. Which one...
Mercedes EQS v e-tron GT v Taycan 4 v Model S: Drag Race It’s time for an AWESOME 4-car EV drag race! Mat’s in the Audi e-tron GT and it’s facing off against the new Mercedes EQS, the Porsche Taycan 4S, and the Tesla Model S! So, let’s see how they compare....
Porsche 935 Turbo Monster + Onboard I had the pleasure of filming this amazing Porsche 935 k3 Kremer Gr.5 during the 2020 Monza Historic. We have to thank the pilot Jean-Marc Merlin and all the guys from Team Equipe Europe for being very kind to us and let to install...
Porsche has long been synonymous with performance, and the unveiling of the 911 S/T, a variant of the iconic 992-model, further solidifies the brand’s commitment to delivering a dynamic driving experience. The S/T stands out as a road-focused option, marrying cutting-edge technology with a nod to the brand’s rich motorsport...
Two off-road supercars face each other on unfamiliar ground — the tarmac. The Porsche 911 Dakar and Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato, both engineered for off-road performance, have earned their reputations as icons of dirt and gravel. Yet, their abilities on asphalt have surprised everyone, proving they can hold their own on...
The 906 and Piëch’s lightweight revolution 29-year-old Ferdinand Piëch became the new head of Porsche Research and Development. His vision was to create an entirely new generation of race cars. The 906 Carrera 6 kept the basic layout of the 904, with the engine mounted ahead of the transaxle for...
The Porsche 924 GTS marked the beginning of a lifelong bond with the brand. Forty years ago, it launched a rally career that began at the International Metz Rally alongside co-driver Christian Geistdörfer. That single season in the Porsche Rally Cup delivered four wins from seven events and left an...
Doug DeMuro takes a deep dive into a 1987 Porsche 944, highlighting why this long-overlooked Porsche deserves more appreciation. While it may not carry the prestige of a 911, the 944 delivers an engaging driving experience, classic 1980s Porsche character, and relative affordability that make it especially appealing today. DeMuro...
Just came across this video Porsche Offline connection about 4 Porsche owners meeting up in a Los Angeles layby. They met via Instagram and come from very different backgrounds but all share the passion for Porsche cars. If it wasn’t for social media, the small gathering probably wouldn’t have met....
Drag Race: Jaguar F-Type SVR vs Porsche 911 Turbo Which everyday supercar wins Autocar’s drag race? Is it the mighty Jaguar F-Type SVR or the venerable Porsche 911 Turbo? The 911 Turbo is perfect for standing drag races. With turbocharged power and all-wheel-drive honed over generations you would expect the Porsche to walk...
In a recent episode of 9WERKS TV on YouTube, we are treated to comparison between two of the most coveted Porsche 911 Rennsport models ever made—the iconic 2.7 RS and its rarer sibling, the Carrera 3.0 RS. The 2.7 RS, introduced in 1973, was a homologation special designed to compete in...
Best Entry Level Porsche? The Base 987 Cayman Is the 987 Porsche Cayman 2.7 the best entry level Porsche available at the moment? In the first of my new car review series we look at the history, design and driveability of one of the best value for money modern Porsche’s...
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...
Porsche 911s, particularly the iconic 964 generation, are revered for their timeless design, intoxicating engine note, and unparalleled driving experience. But what happens when you strip away these fundamental elements and replace them with electric power? Enter the Everrati Evergreen, a reimagined Porsche 911 Type 964 has gone through a...
JayEmm on Cars on YouTube dives into the Porsche 928, the model Porsche once seriously considered as a replacement for the 911. Introduced in 1977, the 928 was conceived as a forward-looking, front-engined V8 grand tourer aimed at expanding Porsche’s appeal—particularly in the U.S. Unlike the 911s of the period,...
In a recent video, Parker Nirenstein the host of Vehicle Virgins YouTube channel gets an unexpected opportunity to test drive the Gunther Werks Turbo Mule. This isn’t your average Porsche 911; it’s a stripped-down, monstrous machine built for pure power. The Turbo Mule serves as a testbed for Gunther Werks’...
1965 911 SWB by Sports Purpose. Is this £350,000 Porsche the purest driving 911 of them all? This ’65 Porsche 911 has been subtly modified by Sports Purpose to appear to be a regular 2.0 litre, SWB 911 but to be nothing of the sort. Powered by a high-revving, Tuthill...
Porsche 991.2 GT3 RS MR Nurburgring Video Porsche set a new record for road-approved sports cars on the 20.6-kilometre Nürburgring Nordschleife in the 911 GT2 RS on September 20. The record time of 6 minutes and 47.3 seconds was achieved in the presence of a notary and surpassed even Porsche’s...
Is the base 911 Carrera a better buy than the Carrera S? The new 992 version of the 911 is the most technologically advanced yet but is the regular 385bhp Porsche Carrera actually a better buy than the 450bhp Carrera S? You save £11,500 by going for the regular 911...