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The Porsche 997.1 is the quintessential 911 Turbo as it perfectly blends classic and modern

997 is the last generation 911 Turbo to be offered with a manual transmission

The 997.2 adopted the PDK automatic, which replaced the outdated Tiptronic

From 2009, only the regular 997 Turbo was available with a stick. Turbo S became a PDK-only model

The 997.1 is the last 911 Turbo to be powered by a 3.6-liter Mezger flat-six engine that made 475 horsepower

The highlight of this powerplant and a 911-first was the variable-geometry Turbos

This enabled a much-power band for the 997.1 Turbo

The 997 Turbo manual transmission featured longer gear ratios than the 997 Carrera, despite the same 3.44:1 differential ratio

Even with the manual transmission, 0-60 mph happened in around 3.5 seconds

997 is the last 911 to feature hydraulic steering - another beloved feature of classic 911s

It was also the first Porsche 911 to offer Sport Chrono Package

Visually, the 997 also brought back the classic, round 911 headlights, ditching the fried-egg units of the 996

You get the iconic side-air intakes that are now synonymous with 911 Turbo models

The combination of Mezger engine and manual transmission makes the 997.1 Turbo highly-desirable

It is incredibly good at retaining value

Some examples go for more than the original MSRP, even after 15 years

Swipe up to learn more about current market values for the 997 Turbo.

This is the Indecent 005, a radically customized 2012 Porsche 991.1 Carrera S

This widebody Porsche represents a stark contrast to the usual customizations

This is because most people associate widebody kits with the likes of RWB, which are mostly based on air-cooled Porsches

The Indecent 005, being based on a 991.1 generation is water-cooled

The car was conceived and built in Poland over a two year period

Every body panel, except the hood, roof, and doors, was modified

The rear of the car is dramatically wider, stretching 84 inches compared to the original 991.1’s 71.1 inches

Upfront you get a subtle chin spoiler and more modern PDLS+ headlights

The car sits on Rotiform KPS 20x10.5 and 20x13 wheels

Equipped with a custom exhaust, the flat-six is rated at 414 horsepower and 305 pound-feet of torque

The design of the **Optional wing incorporates elements inspired by the 911 GT3 R Rennsport

The rear-end particularly comes together well with the custom LED lightbar at the rear

This particular car is eligible for import to the U.S.

According tot the Facebook listing, it's priced at 152,000 Euros (approximately $164,000)

For comparison, a 2025 911 Carrera GTS starts at around $164,900

It is also significantly less than a custom RWB build which can range from $200,000 to over $500,000

Only two more Indecent 005 builds are planned

Swipe up to read more about the Indecent 005 and check out the listing.

The 718 Cayman GT4 RS is the most track-focused variant of Porsche's mid-engine sports car

It is also the only Porsche 718 to share an engine with the 911

The 4.0-liter naturally-aspirated flat-6 comes from the Porsche 992 GT3 and revs to 9,000 RPM while making 493 hp and 331 lb-ft

The Cayman GT4 RS features numerous chassis upgrades, including the entire front-body section of a 991 Carrera 4

One unique feature of the GT RS is the dual air intake. Standard Cayman 718s feature only lower air vents

Together with the carbon-fiber air-box, directly behind the driver, the air intakes make for an epic soundtrack

With the Weisach package, the Cayman GT4 RS gets more pronounced air intakes. In theory, slightly more horsepower too

Porsche says the Cayan GT4 RS makes 10 fewer ponies than the 911 GT3 thanks to a longer exhaust tract

But it still manages a 3.2-second 0-60 mph time, on its way to a top speed of 196 mph

This is thanks to revised aerodynamics and more extensive use of carbon fiber, keeping weight at 3,227 lbs

Swipe up to read more about the unique air intakes of the Porsche Cayman GT4 RS

Recaro Automotive has filed for bankruptcy

The German brand is popular for their high-performance cars and racing

Recaro Holdings was split in 2020, but the automotive division is facing bankruptcy

Setup over a century ago the company is citing price increases, loss of contracts, and lack of new products as reasons

Recaro's other businesses (aircraft, gaming, child safety) remain unaffected

Recaro and Porsche have a long-standing partnership dating back to the 1950s, building bodies for the 356

It became a leader in automotive seating, and Porsche 911 is also synonymous with Recaro seats

Innovations in seat design and safety led to its widespread popularity in motorsports throughout the '70s and '80s

Recaro seats are featured in many performance-oriented models like the GT3 and GT2 RS

The bankruptcy could disrupt the automotive seating industry and impact supply chains

The loss of Recaro would be a significant blow to Porsche and the automotive industry

But its not current OEMs, as the Recaro seats could become more expensive and rare in the Aftermarket. Swipe up to read more.

The Four-point LED headlights first appeared in 2009, on the Porsche Panamera Turbo

Initially reserved for the range-topping Porsche models, in 2013, the four-point daytime running LEDs were more widely-featured

The quad-point headlight design quickly transitioned to other Porsche models, including the 919 Le Mans racer

Porsche's HD Matrix LED is becoming a standard features on all new Porsche models, and so are the four-line LED graphics

Each LED headlight features over 32,000 individual pixels. The high beams can illuminate up to 600 meters ahead

Following the 2024 Panamera, the 2025 Porsche Cayenne gets the revised, four-line LEDs

For 2025, the 992.2 got the latest Porsche LED technology, along with an evolved pattern

Special treatment: Although the 992.2 also gets the HD Matrix LED headlights, it continues to have a distinctive LED design

Looking at the 911 specifically, the Porsche 964 was the last 911 exclusively offered with halogen headlights

The 993 transitioned was the first 911 to offer HID "Litronic" headlights as an option

The 996's "Fried-egg" headlights were still far from the current four-point design

The 997 went back to the traditional, round headlight. LED was only available on the 997.2 DRLs

The 991 was the first Porsche 911 to be offered with LED headlights

...although Xenon headlights were still available on the 991

Porsche 992 was the first 911, exclusively available with the four-point LED headlights

The Porsche 944 was once the best-seller before the Boxster arrived. It's a two-door four-seater successor to the 928

In 1988, Porsche debuted the 944 Turbo S with a more potent 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine, pushing out a healthy 247 hp

The 944 Turbo S is a limited production sports car with only 1,635 ever made. Only 500 of them were planned for the U.S. market

This particular 944 Turbo S is finished in Silver Rose Metallic, with 16-inch Fuchs alloy wheels

The front brakes beefier with four-piston calipers and 12-inch rotors

This example of the Porsche 944 Turbo S has 96,000 miles on the odometer

The interior is spec-ed in Burgundy Studio cloth upholstery with power-adjustable front seats

Additionally, the cabin features air-conditioning and a Blaupunkt cassette stereo

You can get this 1988 Porsche 944 Turbo S for less than $15,000, which is shockingly low for a one-of-500 made car

Swipe up to read more about what makes the 944 Turbo S special!

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

Porsche has created a unique one-off Porsche 911 GT3 RS to honor Swiss racing driver, Jo Siffert

Siffert competed in Formula One, and other motorsports in the 1960s and '70s and is remembered for his partnership with Porsche

In 1968, Kurt Ahrens along with Siffert won the first international 1,000-kilometre race at the Österreichring near Zeltweg in a Porsche 917

A few years later, his life was unfortunately cut short in a fatal racing accident at the age of just 35

This one-off 911 GT3 RS features a distinctive Pure White and Viper Green color scheme of Siffert's race car livery on his 917

The car incorporates Siffert's lucky number "29" and other personal touches

Porsche lettering, period-correct decals from Bosch and Shell, along with other 917 references adorn the bodywork of the car

You'll also find an outline of the 917 on the center-lock wheels of this GT3 RS

The car's cabin combines luxury with race-inspired elements, like Jo's helmet design and the Swiss flag

Siffert's son and grandson participated in the car's creation, as part of Porsche's Sonderwunsh program

The GT3 RS serves as a living memorial to Jo Siffert and will be raffled off

Swipe up to read more about this incredible 911 GT3 RS.

New Spyshots Of The 992.2 GT3 Have Dropped On CarSpy Media

The Last Time GT3 991.1 Spec Was Upgraded To The 991.2 Spec Was In 2017

The Next Upgrade Was In 2021, With Porsche's Relases Of The 992 GT3

The Best Part About This Model Was That Porsche Bought Back The Manual Transmission

The Latest Prototype 992.2 GT3 Takes Inspirtation From The 991.2 GT3 RS

This 4th Gen Prototype Design Seems Focussed On Drag Reduction Through Upgraded Aero And Suspension

The Track Performance Should Be Significantly Better

The Front Fascia Has Been Redesigned, With A More Streamlined Front Splitter

The Front Radiator Openinng Is Reduced To Half The Size

The New Opening Is Designed To Channel More Air To The Radiator And Brakes

The Roof, Fenders, Doors, And Side Skirts Seem To Be The Same As The Current GT3

At The Rear, The Wing And The Bumper Have Also Been Slightly Modified With Sharper Edges

Swipe Up To Read A More Detailed Account Of All The Upcoming Changes

The average car has experienced a substantial 20% increase in size over the past two decades

Porsche's iconic 911 has not been immune to this trend with an increase in both weight and dimensions

The latest models weigh nearly 1,000 pounds more than the original 1963 model's 2,300 lbs designed by F.A. Porsche (Butzi Porsche)

Porsche's current design boss, Michael Mauer, acknowledges the negative impact of the 911’s growth

Speaking to The Drive, he recently expressed his desire for the 911 to return to a more compact form factor

The 911’s growth accelerated after the mid-90s, with the water-cooled 996 generation

However, according to Mauer, balancing customer demands for space and comfort with the brand's heritage presents a significant challenge

Regulations and performance expectations imposed on modern vehicles further complicate efforts to reduce size and weight

While electric powertrains offer performance advantages, their associated battery packs contribute significantly to vehicle weight

However, Mauer states that advancements in battery technology could hold the potential for a future compact 911 in the E.V. era

We need to see if the auto industry's potential shift towards smaller, more agile vehicles creates opportunities for Porsche to develop more compact sports cars.

YouTuber Jack Ultramotive Recently Bought What He Calls The Poor Man's GT3 RS - A 2007 Carrera S

In The Video He Speculates That The GT3 RS Might Be Too Mainstream

Now He Wanted Something More Reliable, Which Can Be Taken To The Track

Around 8 Months Ago He AcquIred His Dream Car The Lamborghini Murciélago

He Finally Settled On An '07 Carrera S For A Steal

The Carrera S Comes With A 3.8 Liter Flat-5 Making 355 HP And 295 Lb-Ft Of Torque

Jack's Carrera Came With Some Undesirable Mods Like The Hood Painted Red And Wrapped In Carbon Fiber Print

Another Gawdy Mod Is The Matching Red Rear View Mirrors

Notice How The Carrera Font Is Offset From The Center

These Mods Allowed Jack To Get A Good Deal On The Car, Like This GT3 Inspired Rear Wing

The Only Mod That Jack Was Okay With Was The GT3 front bumper

We Get To See Jack Drive His Carrera S For The First Time

The Carrera S Has A Top Speed Of 182 MPH And Hits 0-60 MPH In 4.6 Seconds

Jack Has His Work Cut Out With Fixing This Inexpensive 997.1 Carrera S

But Before That, Swipe Up To See The Reactions From A Porsche-Only Cars & Coffee.

Both the 911 Dakar and the Singer ACS are Porsche sportscars that work off-road

Singer beat Porsche to the off-road sports car game by introducing the ACS in 2021

The Porsche 911 Dakar was introduced in November 2022

Like all Singer cars, the ACS is based on a Porsche 964

Porsche 911 Dakar is based on the 992.1 Carrera 4 GTS

ACS stands for All-terrain, Competition Study

Singer ACS features two 5-way adjustable dampers per wheel and 265 mm of suspension travel

In its max-ride height setting, the 992 Dakar features up to 80 mm more ground clearance than the standard 911 GTS

The 911 Dakar's 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-6 is good for 473 hp and 420 lb-ft

Singer ACS is powered by a Porsche-build, air-cooled boxer of the Mezger design

You can adjust the power of the Singer ACS between 450 and 600 horsepower

The 911's Dakar-inspired livery pays hommage to the 1984 original, Porsche 953 Dakar

Both Singer ACS and Porsche 992 Dakar feature roof-mounted racks for additional equipment

The Singer ACS is more hardcore than the 992 Dakar, with a stripped-down, rally-spec interior

The 911 Dakar features a lot more creature comforts and is essentially a well-spec'd 992 cabin

Production of the Porsche 911 Dakar was limited to 2,500 units

Only 2 Singer ACS prototypes were developed... for now

2023 Porsche 911 Dakar cost $223,450

While the Singer ACS is north of $1.0 million

Sadly, Singer had to go back to the drawing board due to legal issues with Porsche

Swipe up for the full story and to see how Prosche's 911 Dakar compares to the Singer ACS