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Porsche has done several concept cars over the decades, but here's what makes these 5, some of the most obscure ones ever

5. Porsche 965: Back in 1984, Porsche was developing a very different Porsche 911 Turbo

This 911 Turbo almost became V-8-powered. Some engines were considered, including a Mezger V-8 racing unit

The 965 resembled a 959, but was meant to be slotted under it. Financial difficulties killed the project

4. 1988 Porsche 989: It was the grandfather of the Panamera but wasn't the first time Porsche built a four-door sedan

The 989's fate was tied to the 928, which was axed due to slow sales

3. 1988 Porsche 969: This was a sports car designed to be the evolution of the 959 supercar

The Porsche 969 was meant to have more power than the 959 S' 508 horsepower. It would have carried most of the 959's tech over. A PDK was to be introduced too

2. Porsche Pajun: Back in 2015, Porsche was working on this scaled-down Panamera. It was postponed and eventually, we got the all-electric Taycan

1. Porsche C88: In the 1990s, Porsche were commissioned by the Chinese government to make an affordable vehicle for the masses. They ended up copying the design

It was powered by a 1.1-liter flat-4 and featured a 5-speed manual

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When you think of Porsche sedans today, the Panamera and Taycan immediately come to mind as prime examples of blending sports car DNA with practicality

However, long before these models ever hit the scene, Porsche experimented with a rear-engine sedan concept dubbed the Bertone Karisma

Designed by Luciano D’Ambrosio and unveiled at the 1994 Turin Auto Show, the Karisma was a bold four-seater sedan based on the Porsche 964 chassis

Bertone approached the Karisma differently, sticking to Porsche’s rear-engine roots and stretching the 964’s wheelbase to create a spacious cabin

Seeing the Karisma for the first time felt like stepping into an alternate universe, with its unique gullwing doors, flat rear deck, and futuristic design

Under that rear deck-lid sat a 3.6-liter flat-six engine with 250 horsepower on tap

Inside, the cabin was equally striking, featuring luxurious egg-like leather seats and a dashboard that retained Porsche’s iconic five circular gauges

Despite its innovation, the Karisma never entered production due to Porsche’s financial struggles in the '90s. The company instead focused on the 911 and models like the Boxster and Cayenne

Porsche eventually launched the Panamera in 2009, sticking with traditional front-engine layouts for its sedans

Reflecting on the Karisma, I see it as a bold, forward-thinking concept that may have paved the way for Porsche’s high-performance four-door cars today

The Porsche 964 Turbo 3.6 is an evolution of the iconic 930 Turbo, offering more refinement and reliability while retaining the "raw" charm of older 911 models

Once considered an “entry-level” collector’s car, the 964 Turbo has seen dramatic price increases in recent years, reflecting growing demand and nostalgia for air-cooled Porsches

Equipped with a turbocharged 3.6-liter flat-six engine, it delivered 355 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque—a significant step up from its 930 predecessor

The 964 Turbo introduced better braking systems and a wider body, bridging the gap between Porsche's traditional air-cooled ethos and modern performance technology

Only 754 units of the 964 Turbo 3.6 were produced, enhancing its desirability among collectors

This particular car also features after market suspension mods like Eibach springs, MCS dampers

You've also got Billy Boat exhaust, deviating from its original configuration yet still commanding a premium price

This specific 1994 964 Turbo, with 33,000 miles and some aftermarket modifications, sold for an astounding $375,000 on Bring-a-Trailer.

Comparable models sold for $100,000 to $150,000 in 2019; today, the average price has climbed to $340,317

The rise in prices is driven by collectors' longing for the air-cooled era and a tendency to romanticize these cars, often disproportionately

While undeniably a fine car, some argue the 964 Turbo lacks the breakthrough legacy of the 930 “Widowmaker” or the aesthetic refinement of the 993 Turbo

While this 964 Turbo commanded a high price, rarer variants like the Flachbau (Slantnose) versions reach nearly seven-figure sums.

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California-based Russel Built Fab has spared no expense in building the ultimate, all-terrain 911

The base car for the Baja prototype is a 1991 Porsche 964

The company's innovative suspension utilizes most of the original factory mounting points

The coil-over setup allows for 12 inches of front suspension travel and 13.5 inches of rear suspension travel - substantially more than the 992 Dakar's 7.5 inches

Russel Built Fab has increased the wheelbase of the Baja 911 by 3.0 inches for a very specific reason

The Baja 911 is a whopping 14 inches wider than a stock Porsche 964

The flat-6 engine is still air-cooled, but everything has been modified and beefed-up

The now-3.8-liter boxer engine develops 365 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque

Power goes to the rear wheels or, optionally, both axles. It depends on the donor car and customer preferences

The new fiberglass body is one of the reasons why the Baja 911 shaves 400 pounds off the 964's weight

The stripped interior still features a classic 911 dashboard, with added Alcantara inserts

The driver looks at a race-spec digital instrument cluster, giving all essential info

The price? It starts from $380,000, which compared to other 911 Safari builds, is a bargain

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The Porsche 964 is one of the preferred platforms for reimagined, classic Porsche 911s

REEN Cars of Germany has done just that with this Guard's Red 964

They took the standard engine and replaced it with the flat-6 from the 997.1 GT3 RS

The M97.76 is one of the last Mezger engines. It makes 415 horsepower and 299 pound-feet of torque

The people at REEN Cars have optimized the engine's performance and peak power is now produced closer to the 8,200 RPM redline

This 964 still features the stock 5-speed manual, but with revised gear ratios

The REEN Porschce 964 RS GT is a subtle homage to the original, 1991 Porsche 964 RS N/ GT

Only 291 original 964 RS N/ GT cars were made and was the closest thing to a 964 GT3

The interior is, largely, original, with a few motorsport-inspired elements like bucket seats and MOMO steering wheel

REEN Cars is working on a similar treatment for the Porsche 993 chassis

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The Luminex ArtCar Lamp is a unique blend of art and automotive passion

While collecting model cars can be fun

This lamp takes it a step further, as it features a 1:18 scale model, Mounted vertically on a sleek stainless steel base

Equipped with adjustable warm-white LED lights that mimic car headlights, it offers both style and functionality

this lamp is built to last and measures approximately 8.0 inches wide by 17.3 inches tall

This particular model seen here is the Porsche 964 2.7 RS

But Luminex also offers other models like the 992 GT3 RS

The E30 BMW M3 finished in Rot

And even a Ferrari F40

Whether you're a hardcore gearhead or simply appreciate unique home decor, the Luminex ArtCar Lamp is a standout piece

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New York-based RSR Project is a company specializing in restoring and modifying Porsche 911s into modern-day RSR replicas

The original Porsche 911 RSR was a dominant race car in the 1970s, known for its lightweight design and performance

RSR Project focuses on creating classic-looking cars with modern performance enhancements

Their latest creation is a 1986 Porsche 911 transformed into a Gulf Blue RSR replica

The car undergoes a complete body, mechanical, and interior restoration

Exterior features include period-correct body panels, bumpers

You get iconic 15-inch Fuchs wheels

The Carrera livery is another touch that pays homage to the OG race car

The Interior features vintage-style seats, a custom dashboard, and RS-style door panels

The engine is a 3.4-liter flat-six producing 235 horsepower

RSR Project prioritizes driver engagement over power, saving close to 1,000 pounds over a standard 1980s 911

The chassis is upgraded with Bilstein shocks and four-piston brakes

The car offers a modern interpretation of the classic RSR experience

Original RSR cars are extremely expensive costing between $2.4 to 2.8 million and rarely driven

The starting price for a custom RSR Project car is $375,000

They take between 12 to 18 months to complete

RSR Project cars offer a more affordable and enjoyable way to experience the RSR spirit.

Kalmar is a Danish company that specializes in reimagined, classic 911s

The 7-97 E-Volt is Kalmar's fourth project and the first EV car

The flat-6 makes room for a Tesla Model S powertrain with 414 hp and 442 lb-ft

Thanks to lightweight materials, the 7-97 E-Volt is barely heavier than the 964 Carrera donor car

The 0-60 mph time is comparable to a 992.2 Carrera, at around 3.8 seconds

Everything about the Kalmar 7-97 E-Volt is about sustainability and low emissions

The aerodynamically-optimize body is inspired by the 1967 Porsche 911 R

The charging port is tucked away behind the rear license plate

The 7-97 E-Volt scores subtle modernities like LED headlights

Despite being electric, it comes with a physical key

An analog charge meter replaces the rev-counter

Leather and semi-aniline materials line up the old-school interior

It comes with a shifter, resembling modern-day PDK-equipped Porsches

Kalmar 7-97 E-Volt shows us what an EV 911 could be like

Swipe up to learn more about the 7-97 E-Volt and whether Porsche would follow suit with a 911 EV

California-based Signer Vehicle Design has been building resto-mod Porsches for over a decade

Singer chose the Porsche 964 as the base car for all its projects as it perfectly bridges the classic and modern traits of air-cooled 911s

Singer's first car is an epic remake of the original Porsche 911, from 1964

Singer's obsession with making the perfect classic 911 has resulted in the most exquisite automotive art. So far, Singer has produced 4 models in limited quantities

All Singer cars' powertrain are based on Mezger's last air-cooled engine

The Singer DLS - "Dynamic Lightweight Study" builds upon Singer's first model - the Classic.

The engine in the Singer DLS is an upgraded variant of the Singer Classic's 3.8-liter, air-cooled flat six

The naturally-aspirated boxer engine in the Singer DLS makes 503 hp instead of the Singer Classic's 350, making it the most powerful air-cooled Singer

At just 2,180 lbs, the 503-hp Singer DLS boasts a better power-to-weight ratio than a Bugatti Veyron

Singer's third car is a remake to the original 930 Turbo, which was dubbed the Widowmaker

The 3.8-liter flat-six is still air-cooled, but now features twin-turbochargers

Singer Turbo features electric wastegates to reduce turbo lag, which was a known feature on the original 930

Singer made two variants of the Turbo - one with 450 hp and a sportier,510-hp variant

Singer's most radical model aims to reimagine the 934/935 Porsche race car from the 1970s

All Singers, including the Turbo DLS, feature carbon-fiber bodies, designed from scratch to the smallest detail

The 3.8-liter twin-turbo flat-six in the Singer Turbo DLS makes 700 hp

The Singer DLS Turbo features water-cooled cylinder heads, similar to the Porsche 959

Swipe up to learn more about Singer's epic lineup of reimagined Porsche 911s

This is Akira Nakai, founder of legendary tuner RWB for creating widebody Porsches

Akira Started Out As Leader Of A Drift Crew - Rough World

But Nakai San Always Had A Keen Eye For Porsches

He Got A Chance To Build One - Which He Named Stella Artois In The '90s

This Was The Begining Of RWB - Which Stands For Rauh-Welt Begriff (Rough World Understanding)

This Led To Multiple Projects In Japan, Achieving A Cult Status

Porsche Purists Were Not Happy With His Treatment Of Air-Cooled Vintage Porsches

But RWB's popularity grew over time

He First Gained Popularity In The U.S After A Collaboration With Hoonigan's Brian Scotto

Every Project He Is A Part of He Does The Cutting By Hand

Suspension Is Lowered And A Substantial Widebody Kit Is Intalled

He Puts Signature Touches In The Interiors As Well

Now RWB Works On 40-50 Cars Per Year

A Build Can Cost Anywhere From $20,000, upwards of $50,000