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Gunther Werks, based in Huntington Beach, California, is known for reimagining the air-cooled Porsche 993, transforming it into what the company believes Porsche might be building today had production continued beyond 1998. Their remastered cars feature extensive carbon fiber integration, including the bodywork and even parts of the chassis. The...
Reviewed and edited by Rex McAfee The legend of Porsche 907 K  025 Imagine a race victory so popular at Porsche that a factory poster was made highlighting the driver’s expression of both exhaustion and victory. ‘Quick Vic’ Elford’s drive, along with co-driver Umberto Maglioli, at the 1968 Targa Florio...
Artcurial Motorcars to auction historic Porsche 962C To celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Le Mans 24 Hours, AM proudly presents the freshly-consigned Porsche 962C, which finished 3rd in this race in 1990, driven by Tiff Needell, David Sears, and Anthony Reid. Following this podium finish at Le Mans, it...
2003-2004 Boxster S 3.2 (aka 986 S Mk II)
If you’re reading this article, we have at least one thing in common: We love Porsches. Another thing we may have in common is that we want to get our hands on a Porsche that is not only fun but is also quick, fairly reliable, and affordable. Let’s face it,...
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Based on the Porsche 914, this special-edition model was a commemorative release that celebrated one of the most dominant Porsche racing cars in history. In 1973, the Porsche 917/30 reigned supreme over the CanAm series, winning six out of eight races on the way to a dominant championship triumph. Unfortunately,...
Live on Collecting Cars is an all black 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder offered in superb condition and with low mileage. The car features black metallic exterior paint with a black leather-trimmed interior adorned with yellow seat piping, door accents, seatbelt edging, and steering wheel 12 o’clock marker. It also includes...
Only 12 hours to go to acquire a comprehensively modified 1986 Porsche 944 Safari ‘Rothmans’ example that is currently on offer at Collecting Cars. Delivered new with an Alpine White (L90E) finish, the example is now wrapped in the iconic ‘Rothmans’ color scheme from the 1986 Paris-Dakar-winning Porsche 959. They...
Edited by Rex McAfee The 918 Spyder: Porsche’s Technological Milestone With an ever-growing awareness of our planet’s ecology, the 2010s saw many auto manufacturers shift to hybridization and electrification in their product lines. Performance brands that built their reputation on driving excitement had to approach the challenge creatively. In 2013,...
Considered by many to be the ultimate Porsche, the 918 Spyder defined the hypercar genre with its graceful blend of race-car performance, cutting-edge technology, drop-dead gorgeous style and environmental sensitivity. The plug-in hybrid features a 4.6L direct fuel-injected engine derived from the RS Spyder LMP2, complemented by front and rear...
The undisputed King The Porsche 917, conceived in the late 1960s, emerged from Porsche’s strategic intent to conquer the World Sportscar Championship, particularly the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This ambition materialized through exploiting a loophole in the homologation requirements, allowing the creation of a vehicle with unprecedented speed and...
Unveiled at Porsche’s 70th-anniversary celebration at Rennsport Reunion VI in California in September 2018, the new 935 was a limited-edition, track-only special that paid homage to the original 935 race cars. Achieving remarkable success on racetracks worldwide during the late 1970s, 935s secured victories at the 24 Hours of Le...
The Porsche 918 Spyder was a mid-engined, plug-in hybrid hypercar. Its potent combination of a naturally aspirated V8 and two electric motors produced a staggering 887 horsepower. This technological marvel shattered speed records, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in a mind-boggling 2.6 seconds. Despite its incredible performance, the 918 remained...
The Porsche 911 S/T is a limited-edition driver-focused sports car built to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the 911, produced in a limited run of 1,963 units. It shares the high-revving, naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine from the GT3 RS, delivering 518 horsepower and 342 lb.-ft of torque, paired with...
The Porsche 911 S/T is a limited-edition driver-focused sports car built to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the 911, produced in a limited run of 1,963 units. Drawing from the GT3 Touring for its bodywork, the 911 S/T adds carbon fiber doors from the GT3 RS, sculpted fenders with side...
A rare and iconic ex-Le Mans Porsche 550A Spyder will come under the hammer at Bonhams’ Scottsdale sale on 19 January 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. Chassis #550A-0145 is the second-to-last 550A built and is a veteran of four world championship races while being campaigned as a works entry by Porsche...
Initially shown as a concept at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, the 918 Spyder combined classic Porsche qualities with bleeding-edge technical capability; it featured an innovative hybrid drivetrain that promised to impart otherworldly performance with low fuel consumption and long electric range. Met with an ecstatic reception from the motoring...
The Porsche 918 Spyder redefined the hypercar segment by integrating race-car performance, state-of-the-art technology, breathtaking aesthetics, and environmental consciousness. This particular 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder, listed for sale on Collecting Cars, has had only one owner and has covered a mere 930 kilometers (578 miles) since new. A true engineering...
Since its debut in 1954, the Speedster name has symbolized some of Porsche’s most performance-focused road cars. The most recent iteration, built on the 991.2 platform, was introduced in 2019 with a limited production run of just 1,948 units—a nod to the year Porsche began vehicle production and forged its...
Group 5 origins The history of chassis 935-001, and Porsche’s 935 program at large, originates in a major revision to the FIA’s Group 5 category. While the general template for Group 5 had been in place since 1966, for the 1976 racing season the FIA changed the rule book to...
2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
The Porsche 918 Spyder, a mid-engined plug-in hybrid hypercar, showcased the seamless integration of hybrid technology in high-performance vehicles. At its core, the Porsche 918 Spyder boasted a naturally-aspirated 4.6-liter V8 engine generating 608 horsepower, complemented by two electric motors, each delivering an additional 279 horsepower, resulting in a formidable...
The stunning all-white car you see here is one of the rarest Porsches ever made. Offered for sale on Bring A Trailer, it’s one of only 20 lightweight rally specials made to meet Group B homologation for the 1984 World Rally Championship season. The 911 SC/RS, introduced in 1984, combines...
From 1983 onwards, the Porsche 956 and its 962 IMSA spec version dominated motorsports for a decade. Porsche produced around 150 956/962s, selling many to private teams and providing comprehensive customer support. This success at Le Mans not only made Porsche the most successful marque but also enabled other companies...
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...
Background From its inception in 1948, Porsche has continued to signify excellence in all aspects of the design and engineering of its automobiles. Racing success was immediate, with early victories scored in circuit races, hill climbs, and rallies across Europe, including an electrifying class win at the 1951 edition of...
The 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster, while sharing the Speedster name with previous generations that embodied minimalist sports car ideals, is a far more aggressive and high-performance machine. Limited to just 1,948 units, this special edition commemorates the year Porsche first began production in 1948. Unlike its predecessors, the 2019 Speedster...
Introduced in 1968, the Porsche 908 was one of the longest running prototypes in the company’s history, as it was still doing duty twenty years later in 1988. The 908 took on many different forms, Long Tail (LH), Short Tail (KH), 908/02 Spyder, Flounder and 908/03 and Turbo, and it...
Gunther Werks, established in 2017 by the team behind Vorsteiner, took the iconic air-cooled Porsche 993 and crafted a modern masterpiece – the Gunther Werks Coupe. Limited to just 25 units, each Coupe is entirely one-of-a-kind. The process begins by stripping a donor 993 to its core. The shell is...
The Porsche 918 Spyder combined a naturally aspirated 4.6-liter V8 engine with an electric powertrain, adding 280 horsepower from two electric motors, resulting in a total output that made it one of the fastest-accelerating production cars, reaching 0-60 mph in 2.2 seconds. Porsche enhanced handling with a four-wheel drive system,...
Porsche is undeniably one of the most successful car manufacturers in history, dominating nearly every sports car and prototype racing event worldwide while producing some of the most iconic cars ever made. Every car enthusiast has a favorite Porsche, and it’s common to find a variety of Porsche models in...
A rare gem has surfaced on Bring A Trailer – a 1994 RUF RCT, possibly the only one ever built on a Porsche 964 RS chassis. This unique car was originally used as a development and press vehicle by RUF. The car stayed with its first private owner in Heinsberg,...
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...
Background Not long after introducing the mid-engine 914, Porsche began to develop a version for motorsports. By late 1969, even before the first 914/6s were delivered to customers, the racing department had already created a working prototype for competition. The result was the 914/6 GT. Almost all 914/6 GTs featured...
This Porsche 908/02 Flunder Spyder is one of the most extensively raced examples of one of Porsche’s most successful sports racing cars ever. In its inaugural season, chassis 908/02-018 was victorious with works pairing Jo Siffert and Brian Redman at the 1969 Watkins Glen 6 Hours – competing prolifically in...
World famous icon to be auctioned in 2025 One of the most recognizable race cars of all time is coming to auction. Built by Porsche KG in 1969 for FIA-Homologation, the halo racer was converted to short tail specification by the factory in April 1970. The racer was then purchased...
Issimi is currently offering two Porsche Racing Prototypes; an extensively campaigned 2007 Porsche RS Spyder and a highly desirable and extensive documented 1967 Porsche 910. 2007 Porsche RS Spyder The RS Spyder is the first racing prototype since the 1998 Le Mans winning GT1. Similar to its predecessors, it was...
In 2011, as Porsche prepared to unveil the next-generation 991-series 911, it delivered a final, formidable statement with the 997-based 911 GT2 RS. This extreme variant embodied the pinnacle of Porsche engineering, touted by the company as its most potent and fastest road-legal sports car at the time. The GT2...
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...
You Can Be The Next Owner Of This 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder!
Battling against the likes of Ferrari LaFerrari and McLaren P1 for supercar supremacy, the Porsche 918 Spyder established itself as one of the very best in the highly-competitive automotive industry. Designed using premium materials, top-quality components, and cutting-edge technology, Porsche created a car that was not only exceptional in performance...
Porsche’s 956 Juggernaut It may have taken Porsche some time to introduce its first aluminum monocoque sports racing prototype, but when they did, it became the car to beat. The 956 was an international success from the start, winning its Group C class upon debut at the 1982 Silverstone Six...
Mention the name Porsche and motor racing, and minds immediately focus in on one of the famous race cars to pass out through the gates of the Stuttgart manufacturer. Depending on your age or favoured period in racing, the number of ‘best’ racers will be many and varied. However, the...
Background The Porsche 908/02, an evolution of the initial 908 model, was introduced in 1969 as a response to the increasing competition in the FIA World Sportscar Championship. This variant optimized weight distribution and aerodynamics, yielding a lighter, open-cockpit configuration. The 908/02’s engineering was underscored by its advanced flat-8 engine,...
Master racer Vern Schuppan, the Australian racing legend, forged a stellar reputation by winning the 1983 Le Mans driving a Porsche 956. His deep-seated connection to Porsche eventually paved the way for creating the Schuppan Porsche 962CR, a street-legal supercar built using a Porsche 962 racer as the foundation. Endurance...
In 2018, at the sixth Rennsport Reunion hosted at Laguna Seca Raceway, Porsche unveiled a tribute to the iconic 1979 935 Longtail, fondly known as “Moby Dick.”  Honoring Porsche’s 70th anniversary, the revived 935 debuted as an exclusive track day special based on the 991.2 911 GT2 RS Clubsport. Embracing...
Unveiled at the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show, the SCR combines classic design elements with cutting-edge engineering. It features a Mezger-derived alloy engine and carbon ceramic brakes, alongside a naturally aspirated 4-liter flat-six engine producing 510 horsepower. Special features include embroidered details, painted brake calipers, a front axle lifter, and...
One of just 600 ever made, this 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 has only 319 miles and is among the most revered models of the 997 generation. Seen as a spiritual successor to the legendary 1973 911 Carrera RS 2.7, it is currently up for grabs on PCARMARKET. Most...
2015 Porsche 918 Spyder
The Porsche 918 Spyder is one of the hypercar legends of the modern era. Together with the Ferrari LaFerrari and McLaren P1, it stretched the boundaries of performance and innovative automotive technology to new limits.  The mostly carbon-fibre chassis is wrapped around a hybrid powertrain that consists of a naturally aspirated...
Background The Porsche 917, unveiled in 1969, stands as a testament to Porsche’s commitment to innovation and their quest to conquer the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Its debut at Le Mans in 1969 revealed its formidable speed and reliability, yet aerodynamic issues resulted in high-speed instability. After major changes,...
Porsche built just 1,580 units of the 1973 911 Carrera RS 2.7, most in the more road-friendly M472 Touring specification. Designed as a homologation model for racing, it was based on the 2.4L 911S and laid the groundwork for the 2.8 RSR, 3.0 RSR, and the turbocharged 934 and 935....
Simply stated, the Porsche 918 Spyder was a mid-engined, plug-in hybrid supercar. The Spyder was powered by a naturally-aspirated 4.6-liter V8 engine that was capable of producing 608 horsepower (453 kW). Paired with this engine are two electric motors that deliver an additional 279 horsepower each, for a cumulative combined total of 887...
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...
1996 Porsche 993 GT2R Sold for $665,000 This yellow beauty sold at Pebble Beach by Gooding & Company for a solid $665,000. It is a rare car and it looks spectacular. It is only one of only 78 GT2 Rennversions that were built between 1995 and 1998. This car was...
FOR SALE: 1966 Porsche 906 Carrera 6
Developed for endurance sports car racing, the 906 was a street-legal racing car that raced in the FIA’s Group 4 class against cars like the Ferrari Dino 206 P. On the basis of the “Ollon Villars Bergspyder”, Porsche developed the type 906 Carrera, which was soon only referred to as...
Barn Find of the Year Expected to Fetch Up to US$2MM The Porsche 550 was Porsche’s first production racing car, completely street legal, it could be driven to the races and back home. It had a flat DOHC engine, meaning it had 4 overhead camshafts like the Porsche type 360...
By 1953, Porsche had been successful racing its 356, but understood that a purpose-built race car would be needed to compete at motor sport’s highest levels. The resulting 550 Spyder, featuring lightweight aluminum bodywork and a powerful four-cam Carrera engine, was one of the most successful race cars of the...
This 2019 Porsche 935 is the 13th of 77 examples built as a track-only, non-homologated homage to the original 935 racing platform as part of Porsche’s celebration of its 70th anniversary. It was delivered new to the selling dealer at the Portimao Algarve International Circuit in Portugal and was subsequently...
The Porsche 75th Anniversary Auction is scheduled for June 10th at the Porsche Experience Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Today we highlight this rare 1967 Porsche 910, which is estimated to bring $2,800,000 – $3,400,000. Chassis No. 910 020 The life of a Porsche sports racing prototype in the 1960s was...
The Porsche 550 was the brand’s first production racing car, designed to be both street legal and track-ready, allowing drivers to race and then drive it home. A unique engine, developed by Ernst Fuhrmann, powered the 550. This flat DOHC engine had four overhead camshafts, similar to the Porsche Type...
To commemorate the grand opening of the Porsche Experience Centre Toronto (PECTO), Porsche Cars Canada partnered with Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur to create a one-off 911 GT3 RS. The car features a Canada-inspired exterior in Porsche’s Guards Red and White, symbolizing the national flag. The asymmetrical paint scheme is matched to...
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...
Edited by Rex McAfee, Photos © Canepa A Legend is Born: When something great comes along, people scramble at every opportunity to be a part of it, and the Porsche 962 in IMSA was no exception. With approximately 16 total Porsche factory-built IMSA-spec customer cars delivered, it’s easy to say...
To commemorate Porsche’s 70th anniversary in September 2018, the marque revived the revered 935 name with an exclusive track day special. Built on the foundation of the 991.2 911 GT2 RS Clubsport and limited to just 77 units, the new 935 was unrestricted by road regulations, featuring stunning lightweight carbon...
RM Sotheby’s is thrilled to offer this rare and stunning 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Touring. Finished in its original Black with a Leatherette and Corduroy interior, this highly sought-after car will be auctioned on November 2, with an estimated value of $650,000 to $800,000 The Carrera RS debuted...
Background Porsche’s 918 Spyder was built as a technological showcase, blending high performance with hybrid efficiency. Porsche developed it to demonstrate advancements in hybrid powertrains while maintaining the performance expected from a flagship supercar. The car debuted in 2013, with production limited to 918 units. Porsche’s choice of using a...
If you would like to own a piece of motor racing history, no, make that a very significant piece of racing history, then pay attention. Porsche 917 K (chassis #917-024), once owned by the master of the 917 himself, Jo Siffert, was part of his private collection. 917-024 did not...
Without question, the Porsche 550 Spyder is recognized as the first Porsche that was purpose-built for racing. This compact, mid-engine sports car significantly impacted events such as the Targa Florio, Mille Miglia, 24 Hours of Le Mans, and Carrera Panamericana, often outperforming larger and more powerful rivals from Ferrari and...
2015 Porsche 918 'Weissach' Spyder Ryan Merrill ©2023 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's
The Porsche 918 Spyder, a mid-engined plug-in hybrid hypercar, showcased the seamless integration of hybrid technology in high-performance vehicles. At its core, the Porsche 918 Spyder boasted a naturally-aspirated 4.6-liter V8 engine generating 608 horsepower, complemented by two electric motors, each delivering an additional 279 horsepower, resulting in a formidable...
The Porsche 911 Speedster is always a landmark release, each version honoring the legacy of the original 1954 356 Speedster. The 991-generation model, limited to just 1,948 units, features a low, raked windshield, double-bubble rear streamliners, and retro gold “Speedster” script. Inside, green-numbered gauges with white needles echo the 356’s...
This 2019 Porsche 935, listed on Bring a Trailer, is one of only 77 units produced as a tribute to the legendary 935 race car. Built exclusively for the track and not homologated for road use, it was introduced in 2018 during the Rennsport Reunion VI at Laguna Seca to...
In the early 1990s, Porsche sought to showcase its 964 Carrera lineup on the international racing scene. To that end, it produced limited competition-ready versions of both rear- and all-wheel-drive models. Just 22 lightweight C4 coupes were made, while the Carrera 2 platform underpinned the successful Carrera Cup and the...
Collecting Cars is currently offering a modified 1978 Porsche 924 which was rebuilt to Safari specification with the modifications completed in 2022. The custom-built 1978 Porsche 924 Safari has a silver finish with stylish Martini Racing livery and a variety of manufacturer decals. The exterior was equipped with roof-mounted spare...
The Porsche 918 Spyder redefined what a hybrid hypercar could be by combining a 4.6-liter naturally aspirated V8 with twin electric motors to produce a staggering 887 horsepower and 944 lb-ft of torque. This hybrid powertrain is paired with a seven-speed PDK transaxle that drives all four wheels, enabling the...
Porsche is undeniably one of the most successful car manufacturers in history, excelling in sports car and prototype racing while creating some of the world’s most iconic vehicles. Enthusiasts everywhere have their favorite Porsche, and collections often feature a diverse range of the brand’s models. Although Porsche has rarely ventured...
Inspired by the 911 models of the 1960s and 1970s, the new Porsche Sport Classic is among the most striking limited editions crafted by Porsche in recent years. With a production limit of 1,250 units, it pays homage not only to the 2010 911 Sport Classic but also to the esteemed Carrera...
2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
Debuting at the Geneva Auto Salon in March 2010, the 918 marked Porsche’s bold step forward from the legendary Carrera GT. Unlike its predecessor’s traditional supercar approach with a V-10 engine and manual gearbox, the 918’s unveiling signaled a departure, embracing hybrid technology for a glimpse into the automotive future....
Background Ferdinand Piëch, a grandson of Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, joined Porsche in 1963, determined to elevate his family’s firm to prominence on the international racing scene. When substantial changes to the FIA regulations for 1966 created additional opportunities for Porsche, Piëch and Helmuth Bott set out to build an entirely...
Since 1951, Porsche has established an unrivaled dominance as overall champions at the 24 Hours of Le Mans (19 wins), 12 Hours of Sebring (18 wins), 24 Hours of Daytona (18 wins), and Targa Florio (11 wins)—to say nothing of the 100-plus class victories which Porsche entries have secured in...