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This tastefull -modified Porsche 997 Cabriolet is one man's vision of how the car should have come from the factory

RUF and Reinald Mattes have enhanced the performance and aesthetics of this 911

The car didn't start as a RUF vehicle. At some point, it received the RUF R Kompressor conversion

The main highlight is the M97 engine, which now features a centrifugal supercharger among other supporting upgrades

The result - 435 hp and 347 lb-ft instead of the stock Carrera 4S' 355 hp and 295 lb-ft

The 0-60 mph time drops from 4.7 to around 4.0 seconds with the new top speed being over 190 mph

RUF body kit gives the Carrera 4S GT3-like aesthetics

The exterior is finished in Matt Titanium Gray, by Mata Automotive

The cognac interior is also done by Mata and features subtle carbon inlays. Note the six-speed manual

The RUF wheels measure 19x8.5 front and 19x11 rear with 235 section front tires and 325 at the rear

This tastefully modified and looked-after Porsche 911 is currently for sale

Swipe up to learn more about the supercharged Porsche 997 and what makes it a unique find

Limited to just 1963 units, the 911 S/T launched in 2023, commemorates 60 years of the Porsche 911 and packs some truly desirable attributes

The 911 S/T is powered by the same 4.0-liter flat-six as the 992 911 GT3 RS, pushing out an identical 518 hp and 342 lb-ft of torque

Unlike the GT3 RS, the 911 S/T comes mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. It's a closed-ratio unit known for its shorter throws

Porsche added a clutch that's 24 lbs. lighter and a single-mass flywheel for faster engine response

While the GT3 RS is relatively a lighter sports car than the rest of the 911 lineup, Porsche went overboard with the weight savings

The hood, roof, front fenders, door panels and the rear anti-roll bars are made of carbon fiber

Inside, there's a massive roll cage made of carbon fiber along with the carbon bucket seats

These 20-inch front and 21-inch rear wheels are made from magnesium alloy, reducing 23.1 lbs. of unsprung mass

There's no rear-axle steering system as well, contributing to further weight loss

With the Heritage Design Package, the 911 S/T becomes more exclusive with motorsport-derived liveries

For the asking price of $290,000, Porsche is asking supercar-money for the S/T, but on paper, it's very different than all the 992 911 models

Ubisoft revealed the Porsche 919 Street in The Crew Motorfest's latest trailer

The Porsche 919 Street is a street-legal version of the Le Mans-winning 919 Hybrid EVO, with 900 horsepower on tap

While a physical prototype exists, the 919 Street can soon be experienced virtually in The Crew Motorfest

The trailer showcases a 919 Street, that features a distinctive design with Porsche's signature four-point headlights

An H-pattern LED light bar

And a futuristic yoke steering wheel

The "Turbonite" badge proudly displayed on the car hints at its turbocharged engine

The game offers a vibrant escape to a meticulously crafted Oahu, Hawaii

The 919 Street can be seen tearing the up the streets of what appears to be the capital city of Hawaii, Honolulu

The game of course, emphasizes social interaction, allowing players to team up with friends and form Crews

The "Le Mans Paket" inscription on one of the side fins reminds you of the car's racing heritage

The Crew Motorfest is available on multiple platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Ubisoft+

The Year 2 Update will be available, on November 6th. Swipe up to watch the trailer and hear the 919 in action.

Engine-swapping a 911 isn't anything new, but these ones are are a bit controversial

A four-cylinder Honda K20 swap replaces a well-enjoyed M97 flat-six in order to avoid, potentially, expensive repairs

The K-Series engines are known for staying reliable even when making big power. It is also affordable and benefits from great aftermarket support

Honda K-series also boast incredible thermal efficiency. Initial power was 435 hp to the wheels, with 500 being the real goal.

This Subaru-swapped 997 solves the EJ25 problem while keeping the center of gravity intact

First presented at the 2022 SEMA, it was built by DevSpeed

Apparently, all you need to do for reliable 550+ hp is a closed-deck block, and the EJ25 becomes rock-solid

The most generic build is also the most sensible as it solves major issues with the 996 and 997.1 Carrera models

CPE specialies in LS conversions, and this LS3 swap makes 495 hp - 240 more than the stock 997 Carrera S engine

The LS3 V-8 is also 40 lbs lighter than the flat-six and does not suffer from the usual IMS and RMS issues, M96/M97 mills are known for

A 1966 Porsche 911 gets a Mazda rotary swap, because why not?

The reason is, the factory engine was beyond repair and the owner thought he could piss purists off by making somethig unique

A lot of custom work has been done to the classic 911, which can now push close to 700 hp

Swipe up to learn more about these 911s with unusual engine swaps, and why they work

The 955 Cayenne Turbo S (only made for 2006) is particularly desirable due to its rarity and powerful engine

This black-on-black example with 128,000 miles, listed on Bring a Trailer has all the bells and whistles and a current bid of $4,000

First-generation Cayennes (2003-2010) are becoming popular project cars

The 2006 Cayenne Turbo S is particularly desirable due to its rarity (estimated to be between 600 and 1,400 units) and powerful engine.

This specific model boasts a twin-turbo 4.5L V8 with 520 horsepower

The 2006 Cayenne Turbo S offers a thrilling driving experience thanks to its powerful engine and advanced suspension

Finding a low-mileage 2006 Cayenne Turbo S might require extensive searching, but this one with 128,000 miles appears to be rust-free

The interior too has held up really well for what is an 18 year old performance SUV

The SUV's combination of luxury, performance, and exclusivity makes it a desirable collector's item

The average price for a 955 Cayenne Turbo S sold in the past five years is $21,122

If you're looking for a unique and powerful SUV, this 2006 Cayenne Turbo S is definitely worth considering. Swipe up to read more.

Renowned German Porsche tuner, Techart unveils the highly exclusive GTstreet R Monochrome, to that celebrates 50 years of the Porsche 911 Turbo

But how does it stack up against Porsche's own on the 50th anniversary of the iconic 911 Turbo? Let's find out

The Monochrome features a striking black exterior with gold accents

It also features a massive rear wing, and a more aggressive overall stance compared to the 50 Years edition.

Despite its extreme appearance, the Monochrome's aero kit improves downforce and handling, especially at high speeds

The 50 Years edition includes cosmetic upgrades like unique paint and badging

As well as additional features like a sport exhaust system, active suspension, and tinted LED Matrix headlights

Both the 50 Years edition and Monochrome offer luxurious interiors with premium materials like leather and carbon fiber

The Monochrome may feature additional carbon fiber accents and a more sportier steering wheel

The Monochrome's engine is heavily modified, producing 810 horsepower—a significant increase over the 50 Years edition's 650 horsepower

While the 50 Years edition offers a more affordable way to celebrate the Turbo's anniversary, the Monochrome provides a more substantial performance upgrade

The 911 Turbo is limited to 1,974 units and costs $261,100 making it about $30,000 more than the standard 911 Turbo S

The GTstreet R Monochrome is even more collectible and is limited to just 20 units

Swipe up to find out how much the GTstreet R Monochrome costs.

How does the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT stack up against the Lotus Emeya?

The Turbo GT is Porsche Taycan's most radical version

Lotus' first EV performance sedan offers a worthy alternative for half the price

The twin e-motor setup in the Taycan Turbo GT is good for 1,019 hp, making it the most powerful, road-going Porsche

The dual-motors in the Lotus Emeya R are good for 919 hp, making it the second-most powerful Lotus after the 1,972-hp Evija

The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT sacrifices practicality for on-track performance

The optional Weissach Package removes the rear seats from the Taycan Turbo GT interior, contributing to a sub-4,900-pound weight

The Lotus Emeya is heftier and at over 5,700 pounds, much heavier

THe Taycan Turbo GT's minimalsitic, but upscale interior is full of motorsport heritage thanks to Alcantara inserts and bucket seats

Meanwhile, the Emeya offers a much more luxurious experience

With the Weissach package, the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT needs just 2.1 seconds to hit 60 mph, on its way to a top speed of 190 mph

The Emeya takes a bit longer for the 0-60 mph sprint - 2.7 seconds. The top speed is limited to 155 mph

Extreme performance comes at a steep price: Taycan Turbo GT starts at $231,995

Meanwhile, the Lotus Emeya R will "only" set you back around $120,000

Swipe up to learn mroe about these two performance EV sedans and how they compare

Luftgekühlt started as a small gathering in a Venice Beach parking lot, Los Angeles, California, a decade ago

The event that celebrates the legacy of air-cooled Porsches has grown into a global sensation

While the focus is on air-cooled Porsches, expect to see a variety of models, including water-cooled variants, show up at the venue

Luftgekühlt 10, running in its 10th year coincides with 50th anniversary of the iconic 911 Turbo

The event will feature iconic racing cars like the Vasek Polak Racing Porsche 934

Attendees will have the chance to see the evolution of the 911 Turbo, from its early days to its modern form

Luftgekühlt 10 offers a full weekend of Porsche-related activities, including a pre-party, main event, and after-parties

The event will be held at the Universal Studios Backlot in Los Angeles on October 5th

While Early Access tickets are sold out, General Admission tickets are still available but act fast as they are selling quickly

The Porsche Cayenne received a facelift for the 2024 model year and it looks sportier than before

The facelift updated the interior as well which now has a fully digital driver's display which replaces the older analog center tachometer

However, we'll focus on the most efficient PHEV model which is the base Cayenne E-Hybrid

Just like the standard gas-powered Cayenne, the E-Hybrid packs the same 3.0-liter turbo V6.

This V6 is slightly detuned compared to its gas-only counterpart

Together, with the help of an e-motor, the hybrid powertrain cranks 463 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque

The electric motor situated between the V6 and the 8-speed gearbox is powered by a 25.9 kWh battery pack, which is 8 kWh more than the outgoing model had to offer

Porsche claims that the Cayenne E-Hybrid can travel without the combustion engine for 56 miles of all-electric range

To charge the battery pack, Porsche offers an 11 kW AC charger, which will take about 2 hours 15 minutes to fully top it up

While EPA figures for the 2024 Cayenne E-Hybrid aren't out yet, it's safe to predict it's going to return better efficiency than the model it replaces

Swipe up to find out more about the real-world range of the 2024 Cayenne E-Hybrid.

This is a comprehensive GT3 RS conversion, that is based on a 987 Boxster

The creator of this GT3 RS replica is swapped out the 2.7-liter boxer engine for a Tesla powertrain

When finished, the EV 991 GT3 RS will look exactly like Paul's thrid project - a white GT3 RS

The new body is all fiberglass except for the doors

Not detail left untouched. The 991 GT3 RS replica even gets proper mirrors

Eventually, the EV 911 GT3 RS will get a 991 dashboard in place of the 987 dash

The Tesla e-motor will provide 500 horsepower - exactly the same as a real 991 GT3 RS

The creator of this replica believes he can achieve similar weight and weight distribution to the real GT3 RS

The Boxster's convertible body style means a lot less cutting is required, compared to a Cayman

This allows for a more straightforward mounting of the roof and side panels that form the iconic 911 roofline

Swipe up to learn more about Paul's kit cars and the associated costs of Porsche replica body kits.

Despite the looming threat of electrification, Porsche continues to innovate with internal combustion technology

The automaker's latest engine design patent with the patent office squeezes 2 extra strokes in between the traditional 4 strokes, for a total of six strokes

The main feature is a new crankshaft that can alter its center rotating point, essentially giving the piston two different top and bottom dead centers

This means that Porsche's six-stroke engine design features variable compression

The patent describes the working sequence as 6 individual strokes, but also 2 sets of 3-stroke steps

A traditional 4-stroke sequence goes like this: intake - compression - power - exhaust

Porsche's 6-stroke design goes like this: intake - compression - power - compression - power - exhaust

The system would greatly increase the engine's energy efficiency, especially if combined with the T-Hybrid powertrain

A 6-stroke engine, working with the T-Hybrid system, and powered by synthetic fuels would ensure longevity for internal combustion engines

Swipe up to learn more about Porsche's revolutionary 6-stroke engine

Rezvani Motors, known for armored vehicles, recently ventured into the world of sportscars as well

Enter the RR1, a modern interpretation of the iconic Porsche 935, based on the type 992-chassis

Limited to just 50 examples, the RR1 is available in three distinct versions, each with its own unique features and price point

The RR1 features a carbon fiber bodywork, inspired by the 935 Kremer race cars, giving it a sleek and aerodynamic profile

The RR1 offers multiple engine and transmission options, catering to different driving preferences

The RR1 is a niche product that will appeal to a specific group of enthusiasts, particularly those who appreciate retro-inspired designs and high-performance vehicles

Swipe up to find out how much this conversion kit costs.