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Highlights Singer Classic – The first iteration of reimagining the Porsche 911 Extensive build completed in January 2019 – 1,430 miles 1 of 450 examples, with Singer no longer taking Classic orders as of 2022 4.0L air-cooled flat six engine with 390hp, built by Ed Pink Racing Engines Optioned with...
In 2009, Rob Dickinson—a musician and lifelong Porsche enthusiast—founded Singer in Los Angeles, using the air-cooled 964 as the foundation for his vision of the ultimate 911. What began as a personal pursuit evolved into a benchmark for reimagined restorations, transforming the Type 964 into bespoke creations that surpass traditional...
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...
Highlights Singer “Turbo Study” honors the Porsche 930 Turbo unveiled in 1975 New and recently completed example! 450hp, 400 lb-ft of torque – 3.8L twin-turbo intercooled flat six engine 6-speed manual transmission, hydraulic steering, rear wheel drive Brembo carbon ceramic brakes, front axle lift system Lightweight bespoke carbon fiber body...
Commissioned in 2017 by longtime client Scott Blattner, Singer’s Dynamics and Lightweight Study (DLS) aimed to push the 964-generation Porsche 911 to its limits using advanced lightweight materials. Partnering with Williams Advanced Engineering, the project drew on Formula One expertise in aerodynamics, vehicle dynamics, and materials. Only 75 units were...
Singer Vehicle Design is at the forefront of restoring and reimagining 1989–1994 Porsche 911s based on the 964 chassis. One exceptional example of their creation is the “Blueberry,” a 1991 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Targa transformed by Singer Vehicle Design that is also currently up for sale on Broad Arrow’s...
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...
Few dispute the Porsche 911’s status as the ultimate sports car, having evolved continuously for over 60 years—from its original 2.0-liter coupe to today’s high-performance variants. Still, Los Angeles musician and Porsche fan Rob Dickinson believed there was more potential. In 2009, he founded Singer, transforming the air-cooled 964 into...
The Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer represents the latest services from Singer, the California-based luxury specialist that restores and reimagines classic Porsche 911s in collaboration with their ownerss. Rob Dickinson: Singer’s Founder, Executive Chairman and Creative Director explains: “In the 1980’s you could order a new 911 Carrera...
Few dispute the Porsche 911’s status as the ultimate sports car, having evolved continuously for over 60 years—from its original 2.0-liter coupe to today’s high-performance variants. Still, Los Angeles musician and Porsche fan Rob Dickinson believed there was more potential. In 2009, he founded Singer, transforming the air-cooled 964 into...
The Porsche 911, one of the world’s most celebrated sports cars, has been in production for over 50 years across eight generations, with more than a million units built. Over time, enthusiasts and tuners have modified countless 911s, but few have perfected it like Singer. Founded in Los Angeles in...
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...
The “Mame Commission” Singer DLS is a rare, meticulously crafted reimagination of the 964-generation Porsche 911, created by Singer Vehicle Design as part of their Dynamics and Lightweight Study (DLS). With only 75 examples produced, this particular car remains in virtually new condition, showing just 182 miles on the odometer....
Singer Vehicle Design has cemented itself as one of the most revered names in the world of automotive restoration and customization, particularly for its masterful reimagining of the Porsche 911. Founded by Rob Dickinson, the company has consistently pushed the boundaries of craftsmanship and performance, blending classic Porsche DNA with...
Founded in 2009 by Rob Dickinson, the former frontman of the band Catherine Wheel, Singer Vehicle Design has built a reputation for transforming Porsche 964-series 911s into bespoke works of art. Based in Los Angeles, the company specializes in blending modern performance with timeless aesthetics, as seen in their “Step...
The Mulholland, a one-off 911 by Singer created in 2018, was custom-built to tackle the winding Mulholland Highway in the Santa Monica Mountains. This rally-inspired car features a topographical map of the Mulholland Highway on its body, four hood-mounted fog lights, rally wheels, and a widened stance for improved performance. Autotopia...
Singer Vehicle Design, founded in Los Angeles in 2009 by former musician and Porsche 911 enthusiast Rob Dickinson, aims to create the ultimate air-cooled 911 by blending design and engineering elements from various air-cooled generations. Using the Porsche 964 as a foundation, Singer offers customers a choice of coupe or...
Singer Vehicle Design, established in Los Angeles in 2009, has gained worldwide acclaim for its masterful restorations of air-cooled Porsche 911s. Starting with a 964-generation base, Singer meticulously reimagines each car by blending iconic design elements from different Porsche eras to create a truly unique masterpiece. One such creation is...
Merit Partners is proud to offer the 1989 Porsche 911 Singer Phoenix Commission with 3,370 miles on the odometer. Founded in Los Angeles in 2009, Singer is celebrated worldwide for its bespoke restorations of Porsche 911 sports cars, each meticulously crafted for its owner. Using a 964-generation Porsche as the...
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,...
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Well, that didn’t take long. In February, Singer Vehicle Design celebrated its 300th restoration work, a Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer – Classic Study. That exact vehicle has now popped up for sale on RM Sotheby’s online site. Dubbed the ‘Sotto’ Commission by the owner, the Porsche started out as...
Singer Vehicle Design, based in California, is known for its meticulous restoration of air-cooled Porsche 911s, particularly those of the 964 generation. Established in 2009, Singer’s restorations  blends elements from the 1960s through the 1990s into each bespoke creation. Singer’s Classic restoration service offers Porsche owners the opportunity to transform...
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...
Founded in Los Angeles in 2009, Singer is globally renowned for bespoke restorations of Porsche 911 sports cars. Based on 964-series 911s, each car is stripped to its steel unibody, reinforced with welding, and fitted with carbon-fiber panels including the fenders, bumpers, front hood, and rear decklid. The front spoiler,...
Since it was founded in 2009, Singer has carved a global niche for meticulously personalizing Porsche 911s. Working with each owner’s vision, they transform 964-generation cars into bespoke masterpieces. These restorations are like “greatest hits” albums for the iconic Porsche, blending design elements from different eras. Singer’s commitment to customization...
Rob Dickinson, founder of Singer Vehicle Design, has transformed his childhood obsession with Porsche 911s into a company crafting automotive masterpieces. Singer takes classic air-cooled 911s and reimagines them, combining bespoke parts, top-tier mechanics, and luxurious finishes. One of their creations, the ‘San Diego Commission,’ is up for grabs on...
Embracing the spirit of automotive excellence, TECHART proudly introduces the highly anticipated TECHART GTsport, a limited customization concept tailored specifically for the Porsche 911 Turbo S (992). Following its successful debut at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, the GTsport is poised to make its mark at the Bangkok International Motor...
Background Perhaps no company has celebrated the heritage of the air-cooled 911 with such obsessive attention to detail as California-based Singer Vehicle Design. Founded in Los Angeles in 2009, Singer has become globally renowned for bespoke restorations of Porsche 911 sports cars—each carried out on behalf of the car’s owner....
1991 Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer - Classic Study Zach Brehl ©2024 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's
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...
1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Coupe By Singer
This Saturday, Mecum Auctions will be offering a beautiful 1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Coupe that has been reimagined by Singer at its Kissimmee 2024 auction. Singer Vehicle Design is perhaps the leading figure when it comes to reimagining Porsche 911s based on the 964-generation at the behest of their...
Singer Vehicle Design unveiled the DLS-T (”Dynamics and Lightweighting Study” – Turbo) at the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed and it quickly gained a lot of attention from spectators at the event. This restomod pays homage to Porsche’s victorious 934/5 endurance race car from the late 1970s and, in Singer...
August 18, 2023: Referring to The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering as a car show would be incorrect. Call it a “Concours,” and you would still be off the mark. Situated on the lawns at the Quail Golf Club in Carmel Valley is, instead, what I will call a Luxury Lifestyle...
Is going backward the way forward? The Porsche 911; I can’t think of another sports car that better represents an endless evolution of performance.  Garnering respect since its inception in 1963, 911 enthusiasts, including myself, continue to ask, “Can Porsche keep finding ways to make it better?” But wait; while...
Dubbed the “Lautrec Commission,” this custom Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer showcases an extraordinary and meticulously planned specification. Similar to the renowned French Impressionist painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, after whom it is named, this car stands as an unparalleled work of art. Dressed in a striking Paint-to-Sample Magnetic Silver exterior,...
The “Indy Commission” by Singer Vehicle Design was built for IndyCar legend Dario Franchitti. Powering the Indy commission is a 4.0L, naturally-aspirated, air-cooled flat-six. The engine is specified with a ceramic plenum finish and drives the rear wheels through a 6-speed manual gearbox. Photo Credit: Singer Vehicle Design  ...
Singer Vehicle Design – Montauk Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Montauk Commission. This left hand drive coupe is yet another green Singer. Like other Classic Study cars, the Montauk is built in Singer’s California location. This car was shared with the public in...
Singer Vehicle Design – Wyoming Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Wyoming Commission. This left hand drive coupe has the most unique exterior paint color I’ve seen on a Singer thus far. This is a Classic Study car, which means it was restored in...
Singer Vehicle Design – Racer X Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs “Racer X”. This car is a Dynamics & Lightweighting Study which means it was worked on by the team based at Singer’s UK center of operations. It looks like it was completed in...
Singer Vehicle Design – Indy Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Indy Commission, a Singer Porsche built for none other than Dario Franchitti. This left hand drive coupe has the most unique exterior paint color I’ve seen on a Singer thus far. Who would...
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...
Singer Vehicle Design – Tennessee Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Tennessee Commission. This left hand drive coupe has a stunning Blue Blood exterior, with light ghosted side stripes and Deep Orange lettering. At the heart of the Tennessee commission is a 4.0L, naturally-aspirated,...
Singer Vehicle Design – Lyon Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Lyon Commission. This left hand drive coupe is yet another green Singer (why do rich people love that color so much?). Likle’s other Classic Study cars, the Lyon commission was restored in Singer’s...
Singer Vehicle Design – Palm Beach Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Palm Beach Commission. This left hand drive coupe has a stunning exterior and interior combination that we absolutely love. It is a Classic Study car, which means it was restored in Singer’s...
Singer Vehicle Design – Michigan Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Michigan Commission. This left hand drive coupe has a stunning exterior and interior combination that we absolutely love. It iis a classic build, which means it was restored in California. The Michigan commission...
Singer Vehicle Design – Kent Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Kent Commission. The Kent Commission Singer is a 4.0L, Right Hand Drive coupe, with a Graphite Grey exterior, with light ghosted side stripes and Blood Red lettering. Wheels are specified with closed lug...
This was the first 911 Targa to came out of the Singer factory. It is a magnificent piece of machine that features modern technology on the inside while being wrapped with that classic 964 body. The car’s body has been replaced with lightweight carbon fiber panels while replicating the look...
Singer Vehicle Design – Copenhagen Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Copenhagen Commission. This left hand drive coupe has a unique exterior and interior combination that we have not seen before on other Singer cars. It looks great so not complaints from us. This...
Singer Vehicle Design – Naples Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Naples Commission. This is a Dynamics & Lightweighting Study which means it is restored by the team based at Singer’s UK center of operations. This is a left hand drive car with full...
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...
Singer Vehicle Design – Kensington Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Kensington Commission. First of all, this car is a Classic Study which means it is restored by the team based at Singer’s California center of operations. This Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer is...
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...
Amazing Singer DLS Driving – Sights & Sounds Enjoy this cinematic montage of a Porsche 911 Singer DLS as we enjoy some backroads in Ontario to stretch its legs. This video was derived from the full documentary film we released last week that explores the commission and how it was...
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 – 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...
Singer Vehicle Design – Thing 1 Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs “Thing 1” (we’ll get to the name in a second). This car is a Dynamics & Lightweighting Study which means it is restored by the team based at Singer’s UK center of operations....
Singer Vehicle Design – Unico Commission Today, we take a closer look at the Singer Vehicle Designs Unico Commission. The Unico Commission is one of the first customer Dynamics and Lightweighting Study cars and was presented at Goodwood in early July 2021. This Porsche 911 is restored and reimagined by...
Singer Vehicle Design Inspiration – Beautiful Seats We created this series of Singer Inspiration posts because people kept asking us to pull together all the cool images of Singer cars we had found and organize them into some kind of order. Today’s post is all about Porsche seats, and specifically...
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...
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...