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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

Porsche Brings Exclusive Cars To The 2026 Goodwood Festival Of Speed

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 14, 2026

Porsche Brings Exclusive Cars To Goodwood

The 1951 Earls Court Motor Show saw a group of Porsche 356 cars being showcased to the UK for the first time. 75 years later, that London appearance has blossomed into a celebrated and dominant presence of Porsche in the UK market. At this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, Porsche celebrated that anniversary, showcasing a limited-edition car dedicated to the anniversary and other exclusive creations at the festival. The Porsche 911 GT3 Earls Court 51 Edition, inspired by the original 356 cars displayed in 1951, was present at Goodwood. Based on the 911 GT3 Touring, the Earls Court 51 Edition features a special Earlscourtgreenmetallic paint color and a leather and corduroy interior inspired by the original cars. Only 51 examples of the car will be available, and it sits alongside a recommissioned 356. The ex-Betty Haig car, its details link it visually to the Earls Court 51 Edition. Other exclusive cars shown by Porsche at the Festival of Speed this year include the trio of Toy Story 5-inspired one-off 911s, created in collaboration between Porsche Sonderwunsch and Disney Pixar, and the Taycan Turbo S Soho House One, created in collaboration with the Soho House private members’ club. <- Gallery -> The Porsche 911 GT3 S/C made a dynamic debut on the hill, and the new Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, the latest Porsche 911 GT3 with the Manthey Kit, the Taycan Turbo GT with the Manthey Kit, and the Cayenne Turbo Coupe Electric were also present at the festival. Celebrating decades of legacy, including 75 years of Porsche in the UK and 75 years of Porsche Motorsport, as well as its latest examples of bespoke design and artisan craftsmanship, Porsche’s presence at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed was especially celebratory. View All Porsche For Sale Image Source: Porsche

Singer Is The Central Feature Marque Of The 2026 Goodwood Festival Of Speed

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 09, 2026

Singer Is The Central Feature Marque At Goodwood

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is taking shape for 2026, bringing together some of the world’s most celebrated automotive manufacturers, cars, and drivers, and showcasing them at a beautifully idyllic venue with a legendary hillclimb challenge to put them to the test. One of the most iconic parts of the Festival of Speed is the Central Feature, which features an artistic display dedicated to automotive history and excellence. This year, the Central Feature features a sculpture by artist Gerry Judah, and the featured marque of the display is Singer Vehicle Design, known for its Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer projects that transform the late ‘80s/early ‘90s 964 Porsche 911 into stunning commissions tailored to their owners' specifications. Mounted on the sculpture are three different Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer commissions, showcasing the firm’s Classic, Classic Turbo, and DLS restoration services. Along with the Central Feature, Singer Vehicle Design’s presence at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed will also include a dedicated stand in front of the Stable Yard, with five cars that display the evolution of Singer, including the first slantnose Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer, making its public debut at the event. <- Gallery -> The Supercar Paddock features another display of three Porsche 911s Reimagined by Singer. The trio, consisting of a Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer and two cars restored with Singer’s DLS Turbo Services, will take on the iconic Goodwood Hillclimb across the four days of the Festival, while the cars from throughout the festival will gather around the Central Feature sculpture daily, along with privately-owned cars brought to Goodwood by their owners to take part in the celebration. With iconic restomods and a repertoire of engineering, design, and craftsmanship excellence, Singer Vehicle Design is basking in prominence at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed. View All Porsche 911 Reimagined By Singer For Sale Image Source: Singer Vehicle Design

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 02, 2026

Porsche Celebrates 75 Years of Motorsport With an Exclusive PCA Capsule Collection

One thing nearly everyone can agree on is that Porsche has never lost its soul, or its connection to the passion that first inspired the brand and continues to drive it, both on and off the track. For the past 75 years, Porsche Motorsports has proven itself as a dominant force on the race track, starting with a class win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1951, and never letting up. That sense of prominence and community is the foundation for the Porsche Club of America, bringing together owners from all walks of life to share experiences and stories behind the wheel of what connects them all. In honor of Porsche Motorsport’s 75th Anniversary, Porsche just launched its PCA Raceborn capsule collection, which debuted in a fitting fashion at the annual Porsche Parade in Lake Placid. And it’s nothing new for Porsche as it's historically shaped itself as a style icon in addition to a renowned sports car manufacturer and motorsport hero, making the collection drop feel natural and close to its fashion-forward roots. The Raceborn mindset ties into the idea of how every Porsche, whether it's a purpose-built GT3 R or a 911 Turbo S, was born with a competitive DNA baked inside. The capsule collection features head-to-toe styles, including hats, jackets, sweatshirts, t-shirts, and footwear, all showcased in the same calm, cool, and collected look that Porsche is known for. The patriotic color palette ties into the theme of the Porsche Club of America with shades of red, white, and blue.Available exclusively for PCA members, Porsche also included a duo of special edition Porsche Design Chronograph 1 watches. An homage to the watch that started it all for Ferdinand Porsche and the Porsche Design division, the titanium Chronograph 1 - PCA Member Edition comes with a special anniversary textile strap and a custom-etched backcase to celebrate the occasion. To order your PCA Member Edition, please verify your PCA Member ID, add the watch to your cart, and complete your purchase. Shop the all-new Porsche PCA Raceborn capsule collection by clicking the link below. Shop The Collection Source: Porsche

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 01, 2026

Toy Story 5-Inspired Porsche 911s Help Raise $3 Million for Charity

Recently revealed as four-wheel lookalikes inspired by the star characters of Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5, the three one-of-one Porsche 911 models have gone viral worldwide. Embodying the spirit of Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and Jessie, the customized Sonderwunsch (”Special Wishes”) 911s first made their appearance at the red-carpet World Premiere. Today, the trio is making a real-world impact as an intended buyer has committed to donate $3 million, with $1 million designated for three non-profit organizations. “Our passion for unique Porsches and giving back runs as deep as our love of Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and the rest of the Toy Story 5 characters. Seeing the teams at Porsche and Pixar come together with their creativity and resources to bless and inspire others is something that is easy to get behind, matching our resources with theirs to expand the potential impact. It truly hits on all cylinders for us, and we hope it inspires others to do the same.” - Anonymous Buyer The buyer, who would like to remain anonymous, is a passionate Porsche Collector and philanthropist, crediting his faith and family as his biggest motivators to support those in need. The seven-figure sale of the 911 GT3 RS inspired by Buzz Lightyear, the 911 Targa 4 GTS inspired by Jessie, and the 911 Carrera T inspired by Woody will benefit Big Brother Big Sisters of America, the American Red Cross, and Starlight Children’s Foundation. “We are incredibly grateful to the buyer for this generous $3 million donation, which will directly support organizations doing critical work every day. It’s a powerful reminder of what can happen when passion and purpose come together.” - Timo Resch, President and CEO of Porsche Cars North AmericaThe fleet of Toy Story 5 Porsche 911s is currently on a tour across the United States, appearing at events hosted by the non-profit partners connected to the buyer’s generous donation. After the trek across the country, the cars are expected to be formally delivered to their new owner during Monterey Car Week in August. All Porsche Inventory Source: Porsche Newsroom

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 25, 2026

Revealed: The All-New Porsche 911 GT4 R

Let’s face it, the dream job for any car enthusiast or motorsport fan is becoming a professional racing driver, traveling the world, competing wheel-to-wheel on some of the most challenging tracks, and spending office hours behind the wheel at triple-digit speeds. And while that dream may only come true for a small percentage of people, Porsche prides itself on delivering the experience of professional racing through its customer motorsport program. Adding to an already impressive lineup of cars that compete at the highest levels of racing, including IMSA, WEC, and DTM, Porsche just revealed the all-new 911 GT4 R, the first car designed for global GT4 racing and based on the 911.Having just been announced and put on stage for its global debut, the Porsche 911 GT4 R already has its sights on competing in some serious races, including IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge and SRO Pirelli GT4 America championships. The foundation of the car is largely based on the current 911 Cup spec, which derives from the road-legal 911 GT3 (992.2), an entirely new departure from the previous Clubsport models based on the 718 Cayman. And with all that change comes a more powerful engine, wider front and rear widths, and more sophisticated motorsport tech, all for the sake of more stability and faster lap times. Power comes courtesy of the same high-revving 4.0L naturally-aspirated six-cylinder from the road-going 911 GT3, sending up to 515 horsepower and 346 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels. All that momentum is managed through a sequential six-speed dog-gearbox controlled by paddle shifters and a four-disc racing clutch. And as regulations for the GT4 class remain strict to keep a level playing field, the new 911 GT4 R chassis differs from the 911 Cup in a few ways, such as the wheels being an inch narrower than the 911 Cup, and using a five-bolt mounting pattern instead of a centerlock setup. Inside, Porsche is strictly business with the 911 GT4 R’s cockpit. Wrapped in a factory-finished roll cage and strapped into a one-piece carbon bucket Sabelt, the driver receives all information through a 10.3-inch display set behind the carbon motorsport wheel. The tech side of things includes an integrated data logger and a sophisticated GPS System to run analysis while racing, giving the support team everything they need to optimize performance for long races. The new 911 GT4 R continues the success story of Porsche’s GT4 in customer racing. Since entering the GT4 class in 2016, Porsche has developed and built more than 1,500 racing cars based on the Cayman. If you’re looking to dip your toes in before going all in on the new 911 GT4 R, check out all the Porsche 911 GT4s for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. All Porsche GT4 Inventory Source: Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 25, 2026

2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic For Sale: Own A Rare Piece...

This rare masterpiece celebrates Porsche’s long history. The Porsche 911 is one of, if not arguably one of the most influential, impactful, and celebrated sports cars to ever exist, and it remains that way today, even after it’s been around for an incredibly long 60 years. Last year, the Porsche 911 celebrated its 60th anniversary year, and Porsche itself celebrated its 75th year. With that incredible history, legacy, and pedigree under its belt, Porsche simply had to do something big to celebrate the years of automotive excellence it achieved. Enter the 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic. It’s a historical homage that combines some of the greatest elements of Porsche 911s from both present and past to create a commemorative masterpiece and a holy grail of any Porsche enthusiast’s dream collection. With 542 horsepower coming from a twin-turbocharged flat-six engine, it sends power to the rear wheels, and better yet, drivers are treated to a seven-speed manual transmission, making it the ultimate modern driver’s car and an homage to classic sports car driving joy. It’s the most powerful manual-transmission Porsche 911 available today, and it also features a wide body, and a classic-inspired ducktail spoiler, as well as details throughout that reference some of the greatest 911 in the model's 60-year history. Inside, you’ll see heritage inspired interior touches like wood grain, Pepita houndstooth fabric, and more. With only 1,250 of these incredible masterpieces being made, it’s a collector grade celebration of everything that makes the 911 great, and on its own one of the greatest 911s you can own. Check out some of the best ones available for sale below. How many Porsche 911 Sport Classic cars will be made? Only 1,250 992-generation Porsche 911 Sport Classic examples will be made, making it a rare 911 and a unique addition to any Porsche enthusiast’s collection. Were there two generations of the Porsche 911 Sport Classic? Yes, in 2009, Porsche made a Porsche 911 Sport Classic based on the 997-generation Porsche 911. The new version, based on the 992-generation 911, is inspired by both that model and the historic 911s that have inspired both. What is Porsche Heritage Design? Porsche and its Exclusive Manufaktur has promised to celebrate its history with four limited-edition 911 models that reference important moments in its history. Two of those have come to fruition thus far: The Porsche 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition, and the Porsche 911 Sport Classic. What colors does the Porsche 911 Sport Classic come in? The signature color for the new Porsche 911 Sport Classic is Sport Grey, which is inspired by the Fashion Grey paintwork of the 2009 Porsche 911 Sport Classic, but it’s also available in solid Black, Agate Grey, and Gentian Blue. Some ultra-exclusive and rare examples have been configured in Paint To Sample paint colors, however. What does the interior of the Porsche 911 Sport Classic look like? To stay true to its classic inspiration, Porsche’s iconic Pepita houndstooth fabric pattern can be seen on the door panels and the centers of the seats of the Porsche 911 Sport Classic, which is elegantly paired with leather in either black or Cognac color. Can I finance a Porsche 911 Sport Classic for sale? Yes. Thanks to duPont REGISTRY's new dR Finance, powered by Westlake Financial, you can finance your dream Porsche 911 Sport Classic for sale. Click some of the listings below to view flexible financing options. View All Porsche 911 Sport Classics For Sale 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic View Listing 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic View Listing 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic View Listing 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic View Listing 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic View Listing 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic View Listing 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic View Listing 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic View Listing Buy Searching for a Porsche 911 Sport Classic to buy? duPont REGISTRY has a number of Porsche Sport Classics for sale right now, including some of the rarest Porsche 911 Sport Classics ever created. To view them all, click the button below to shop all Porsches for sale. Shop Best Porsche 911 Sport Classics For Sale Sell Do you own a Porsche 911 Sport Classicand are interested in selling it? duPont REGISTRY is the number 1 source for private sellers to list and or sell their Porsche 911 Sport Classic. Click the button below to view listing options. Learn How To Sell Your Porsche 911 Sport Classic

PTS Viola Purple Metallic Porsche 911 GT3 Touring Listed For Sale On Elferspot

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 23, 2026

PTS Viola Purple Metallic 911 GT3 Touring For Sale

The Porsche 911 is one of the world’s most cherished and recognizable sports cars, and in its GT3 variant, it is a motorsport-derived, lightweight, driver-focused, and track-ready performance machine. The Porsche 911 GT3 Touring offers discerning enthusiasts a sweet spot: combining the purist-focused features like the GT3’s rear-wheel drive and naturally aspirated engine with a subdued, touring design and a more luxurious interior than the standard GT3. Currently listed for sale on Elferspot, a celebrated hub for Porsche enthusiasts and a part of the growing duPont REGISTRY Group portfolio of luxury automotive lifestyle events, experiences, and services, is an especially unique example of the 992-generation 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring. Located in Luxembourg at Deal & Drive, the car is finished with a Paint to Sample exterior color, specifically Viola Purple Metallic. The captivating purple hue is complemented by an interior that combines black leather upholstery with carbon fiber accents. With over 500 horsepower on tap from its 4.0-liter, naturally aspirated boxer six-cylinder engine, a PDK transmission gives the driver effortless access to impressive speed and performance, and the vehicle also boasts incredibly low mileage, with under 2,000 kilometers on its odometer. <- Gallery -> Finished in a unique color and in nearly new condition, this 2022 992 Porsche 911 GT3 for sale in PTS Viola Purple Metallic is one of the most enticing cars listed for sale on Elferspot. If you’re interested in owning it, you can click below to view the listing on Elferspot, where this, as well as several other fine cars for sale for any Porsche enthusiast, are available. View Listing

Unsung Classics: Why You Should Invest In A Transaxle Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 22, 2026

The Best Transaxle Porsches For Sale

When asked to recall a Porsche, you would be forgiven for thinking of the 911. It’s one of the most ubiquitous cars ever made, and after over 60 years, it’s certainly one of the greatest sports cars of all time. However, Porsche’s 75 year history has featured many icons besides the 911, including mid-engined and even front-engined supercars, and when those cars, which are excellent in their own right, wear the same name as the mighty 911, they go underappreciated. Porsche’s transaxle era featured a range of front-engine Porsche sports cars that have since become iconic classics, and while they of course aren’t nearly as recognizable as the 911, Porsche’s transaxle models featured innovations and breakthroughs that have been integral to the manufacturer’s status as a performance engineering stalwart, and the cars from this era capture a period of Porsche history with ambitious experimentation. Now, they’ve become cherished classics that should have a place in any Porsche enthusiast or collector’s garage. View a selection of Porsche transaxle cars for sale below. What is a transaxle? “Transaxle” is a term used to describe a vehicle whose transmission is combined with the axle. In the case of Porsche’s transaxle models, this meant that the engine was at the front, and the transmission was at the rear. This helped optimize weight distribution and offered superior handling as a result. At the time in which Porsche introduced its transaxle sports cars in 1976, it was a novel concept. Other cars that have employed transaxles include the Aston Martin DB9, Chevrolet Corvette, Maserati GranTurismo, Alfa Romeo 8C, Nissan GT-R, Lexus LFA, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Ferrari California, and many more. What are Porsche’s transaxle models? The front-engine, rear-wheel drive models that comprised Porsche’s “transaxle era” are the 924, 928, 944, and 968. 924 (1976-1988) This was Porsche’s first front-engine transaxle sports car, introduced in 1976. It began life as a Volkswagen project, which was developed and then scrapped in light of the oil crisis in the early 1970s. Porsche then bought the rights to the new sports car in late 1974, and then went on to bring it to market for the 1976 model year. The car featured a four-cylinder engine, the first water-cooled engine that Porsche would use in a roadgoing car, and with ample interior room, it was lauded as a “family sports station wagon.” 928 (1977-1995) Just one year after the 924 was introduced, Porsche introduced the 928 with a V8 engine. It boasted supercar performance for its time and was still a practical and usable vehicle. Being produced for nearly 20 years, the Porsche 928 was revolutionary. 944 (1982-1991) Porsche’s second four-cylinder transaxle model was the 944, which evolved the 924 formula with a relatively fuel-efficient powertrain that was also offered as a cabriolet model. 968 (1991-1995) Alongside the 928, Porsche’s last font-engine transaxle model was the 968, which succeeded the 944 as a four-cylinder model. Offered as a coupe and a cabriolet, it was the final evolution of Porsche’s intriguing “transaxle era.” Porsche wouldn't make another front-engine car until the Cayenne was introduced in 2003. View All Porsches For Sale 1981 Porsche 944 View Listing 1986 Porsche 944 Turbo View Listing 1993 Porsche 928 GT View Listing 1992 Porsche 968 Cabriolet View Listing 1994 Porsche 968 Turbo S View Listing Buy Searching for a Porsche to buy? duPont REGISTRY has hundreds of Porsches for sale right now, including some of the rarest ever created. To view them all, click the button below to shop all Porsches for sale. Shop Best Porsches For Sale Sell Do you own a Porsche and are interested in selling it? duPont REGISTRY is the number 1 source for private sellers to list and or sell their Porsche. Click the button below to view listing options. Learn How To Sell Your Porsche

Porsche Updates The Taycan For The 2027 Model Year

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 17, 2026

Porsche Announces 2027 Taycan Updates

The Porsche Taycan was introduced as the first all-electric production model from Porsche, bringing an electric sports sedan to the brand’s lineup with immense power, dynamic driving capabilities, and, of course, Porsche’s signature style and luxury. Now, the Porsche Taycan has been a fixture in Porsche’s repertoire for the better part of a decade, and the ultra-powerful Taycan Turbo GT has been introduced to the lineup, and the model has been updated overall. For the 2027 model year, more new changes are coming to the Porsche Taycan, including several tweaks that enhance the driving experience and updates that make the infotainment system more convenient and useful than ever before. In addition, the 105-kWh Performance Battery Plus is now standard across all the model’s variants, and the passenger-side DC fast charging port is now NACS native for the new model year. Available now in all 2027 Porsche Taycan models is a new E-Shift system, which delivers added intensity to the driving experience of the sports EV, with virtual gear changes through paddles on the steering wheel. Eight simulated gears can be selected, and a revised Porsche Electric Sport Sound, with a virtual rev counter, has been introduced to the 2027 Porsche Taycan to match. <- Gallery -> The infotainment system has also been significantly improved for the 2027 Porsche Taycan. A new modern, minimalist design characterizes the Porsche Digital Interaction OS, which features a 3D model of the vehicle in the actual color of the car, as well as new AI-supported voice control. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration have been expanded, navigation is smarter, and the system features the ability to receive over-the-air updates, and is complemented by a smartphone charging tray with a magnetic ring. With several updates enhancing the driving experience and the infotainment’s intelligence, the new 2027 Porsche Taycan continues to represent the forefront of performance luxury electric vehicle technology, design, and engineering, with compelling performance, sumptuous features, and an engaging driving character all rolled into one. View All Porsche Taycan For Sale Image Source: Porsche

Porsche Remembers Racing Driver Dick Barbour

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 11, 2026

Porsche Remembers Dick Barbour

Richard “Dick” Barbour was a celebrated racing driver, known for helping shape one of the most important chapters in the history of Porsche motorsport. His endurance racing career saw him competing on IMSA and FIA stages, and one of the most well-known chapters in his time behind the wheel was with the Porsche 935. Known as one of the most important Porsche race cars, the Porsche 935 was absolutely dominant throughout its presence in motorsport. In 1979, the Porsche 935 won the 24 Hours of Le Mans overall, making it one of a small few cars that won the legendary endurance race without being in the top prototype class. While the 935 has worn several liveries, Dick Barbour prominently drove the Porsche 935 K3 in 1980, donning the Apple Computer livery that has since become a fan favorite. Recently, Porsche paid tribute to the iconic design by putting a design inspired by it on the latest Porsche endurance racing hypercar, the Porsche 963, for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship race this year at the WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. The design celebrated the 75th anniversary of Porsche Motorsport, as well as the 50th anniversary of Apple. With a white base color and a bright rainbow of colors throughout, the livery is head-turning and instantly memorable, and remains celebrated even after well over 40 years since it was first introduced. Barbour passed away on June 10, 2026, at the age of 85. In Porsche’s announcement acknowledging his passing, the manufacturer said, “His name and career both as a racer and team owner contesting championships in the U.S. and around the world will live on as celebrated chapters in Porsche Motorsport history… We will look back on his legacy fondly forever.” View All Porsche For Sale Image Source: Porsche

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