1995
Porsche 993 Speedster: The 911 That Skipped Mainstream Production
The story of why a Porsche 993 Speedster didn't happen is tragic, but somehow a few unicorns saw the light of day
The Porsche 993 Speedster is a unicorn in the truest sense. I always like to note how Porsche has a 911 variant for everyone. Between the numerous powertrain, transmission, and body styles, there are well over 30 different iterations of the iconic, German sports car. There is even an off-road variant that pays homage to the 1984 Porsche 953 Dakar rally car. But by far, one of the more unique and desirable variants of the Porsche 911 is the Speedster, which at its core, is a lightweight, bare-bones variant of the 911.
Why This 1 Of 1 Custom-Built Porsche 993 RS-Inspired Restomod Is The Stuff Of Dreams
Starting life as a Carrera, find out how this passionate owner sought the help of former RUF engineer to turn up the heat on his 993
Porsche enthusiasts often claim that the 1995 Porsche Carerra RS is one of the finest 911s ever made. With approximately 1,000 examples produced, the lightweight model was the culmination of three decades of innovations in chassis and drivetrain refinement from the brand and was a forbidden fruit in the United States. With a rear-mounted, air-cooled engine, it stayed true to the formula that made Porsche such a beloved brand over the years, before the controversial move to water-cooled engines with the 996 generation.