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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

Singer vs. Gunther Werks: Which Is The Better Air-Cooled 911 Magician?

By Tyler Rampersaud – May 14, 2026

Singer Vehicle Design vs Gunther Werks

If you’re a car enthusiast, or even if you’re not, you likely know about the Porsche 911 and that it’s one of, if not the world’s most iconic sports cars with its unmistakable silhouette, rear-mounted engine and unparalleled driving character. If you’re one of the Porsche 911’s many fans, however, you might have heard of one or both of these names: Singer Vehicle Design and Gunther Werks. Both are specialists in transforming the beloved air-cooled Porsche 911 into bespoke, modernized performance masterpieces, but what sets each apart? With different approaches to transforming the Porsche 911, different visual styles, and different generations of the Porsche 911 restored, we’re answering the question: What is the difference between Gunther Werks and Singer Vehicle Design? View All Porsche 911s For Sale Singer Vehicle Design vs. Gunther Werks: Porsche 911 Generations Singer Vehicle Design specifically specializes in transforming the 964 generation of the Porsche 911, which lasted from 1989 to 1994. Meanwhile, Gunther Werks is known for its 993 Porsche 911-based creations, the final generation of the Porsche 911 to sport an air-cooled engine between 1995 and 1998. Image Source: Gunther Werks Image Source: Singer Vehicle Design Singer Vehicle Design vs. Gunther Werks: Style and Design Singer modernizes, overhauls, and revamps the performance of its Porsche 911 creations and creates bespoke configurations for its clients for each commission. It boasts a style that looks much like the original car, often featuring the same bumpers, ducktail spoilers, Fuchs-style wheels, and cladding as the original 964 donor cars. The interiors feature classic-inspired touches like woven leather and modern touches like exposed carbon fiber. On the other hand, Gunther Werks is known for combining the retro silhouette and aesthetic of the original 911s it transforms while adding modern touches in the design, such as LED lights, exposed carbon fiber, modernized bespoke interiors, and more. Gunther Werks also offers a Speedster body style inspired by Porsche’s various 911 Speedster models. Singer Vehicle Design vs. Gunther Werks: Performance Singer Vehicle Design and Gunther Werks imbue the Porsche 911 with formidable modernized performance that will keep up with some of the most potent modern performance machines. Gunther Werks uses a 4.0-liter flat-six engine built by Rothsport Racing in Oregon. In the Turbo, Gunther Werks’ most powerful restoration program, the engine is twin-turbocharged, revs to 7500 rpm, and produces as much as 700 horsepower in its Track Mode setting. Meanwhile, Singer Vehicle Design’s most powerful engine is restored from the original 964 engine, resulting in a twin-turbo 3.8-liter flat-six with over 700 horsepower at over 9000 rpm. It includes electric wastegates, an air-to-water intercooler, and an electrically powered fan mounted horizontally. Both firms pair their engines with a six-speed manual transmission, preserving the air-cooled 911’s purist, old-school driving character. Different customization and restoration programs from both firms offer varying levels of performance and track readiness. Racing-ready bucket seats, roll cages, and other aspects of the restorations can be equipped to bring purist nostalgia and modern performance to the circuit. Image Source: Singer Vehicle Design Image Source: Gunther Werks Singer Vehicle Design vs. Gunther Werks: Price On the second-hand market, laboriously created, expensive, and highly exclusive commissions from Singer Vehicle Design and Gunther Werks often demand prices well over $1 million, making both Singer Porsche 911 for sale examples and Gunther Werks Porsche 911 for sale examples collector-grade masterpieces and excellent, unique examples of air-cooled Porsche 911 history. Singer Vehicle Design vs. Gunther Werks: Lineup Singer Vehicle Design has four different models, or “Studies,” as they’re called by the firm. The Classic Study modernizes and reimagines the 964 Porsche 911 while retaining its classic look and feel. The Dynamics and Lightweighting Study adds more aggressive aerodynamics and weight savings, inspired by Formula 1 racing knowledge for advanced performance. The Turbo Study integrates turbocharging for incredible power and a modern evolution of the formidable performance introduced in the form of the Porsche 911 Turbo. The Dynamics and Lightweighting Study - Turbo adds turbocharging to the original Dynamics and Lightweighting Study philosophy with a racing-ready body kit, celebrating and inspired by the historic 934/5 endurance racers. Gunter Werks features three models: the Coupe, the Turbo, and the Speedster. The Coupe is its signature transformation of the 993 Porsche 911 coupe. At the same time, the Speedster transforms it into an open-top thriller that uses modern technologies and innovations to maintain robust structural rigidity. It is inspired by the past Porsche 911 Speedster models. The Turbo offers a much more powerful, turbocharged take on the 993 911, an evolution of the contemporary Porsche 911 Turbo. 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By Khris Bharath – February 13, 2026

Limited to 75 Units: Singer’s New Cabriolet Brings Modern Engineering to the Air Cooled 911

This is the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet Reimagined by Singer. Unveiled just weeks after the new Singer “Sorcerer,” the first DLS Turbo services commission, this open-roof 964 is alongside other bespoke models within the brand’s wider portfolio. Limited to just 75 examples, every project begins with an owner-supplied Type 964. Singer strips the car to its steel monocoque, evaluates it, and applies composite and steel reinforcements to increase torsional rigidity before fitting lightweight carbon fiber panels inspired by the naturally aspirated widebody Carrera Cabriolet of the 1980s. Development includes durability and validation testing at major proving grounds, with TÜV certification carried out at the Nürburgring. The 4.0-liter flat six, developed with Cosworth, produces 420 horsepower. But crucially, this is the first naturally aspirated engine restored by Singer to incorporate variable valve timing, expanding torque delivery at lower engine speeds while preserving high rpm output. It also marks the first naturally aspirated Singer flat six to combine water-cooled cylinder heads with air-cooled cylinders and an electrically powered fan. It draws directly from engineering lessons in the DLS Turbo program to improve thermal management. A six-speed manual transmission sends power to the rear wheels, and owners may specify a raised gear shifter with exposed linkage and a titanium exhaust system. Singer redesigned the folding roof with a lightweight Z-pattern mechanism that maintains a clean profile whether raised or lowered. Aerodynamic options include a deep front spoiler, rear fender intake ducts for engine cooling, and a choice between a fixed rear wing or a speed-activated unit, as seen above on the Guard’s Red and Specific Blue examples. Auxiliary driving lights that rise from the hood are also available. Four-way electronically adjustable dampers with nose lift, carbon ceramic brakes, 18-inch center lock wheels, Michelin Pilot Sport tires, and five selectable drive modes developed with Bosch complete the chassis package. As with every Singer Vehicle Design restoration, customization defines the final result. Owners will work directly with the California-based company to specify exterior finishes, interior materials, including stitched and burnished leather seams, seat configurations, and exposed mechanical elements. View All Singers For Sale Images: Singer Vehicle Design

Singer Vehicle Design & Red Bull Advanced Technologies Join Forces

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 03, 2026

Singer Partners With Red Bull Advanced Technologies

Singer Vehicle Design is known across the automotive industry for transforming one of the most cherished sports car icons: the Porsche 911. Each Singer commission starts life as a 964-generation Porsche 911, and its transformation combines purist driving character, modern luxury and convenience, artisan craftsmanship, bespoke design, and compelling performance. However, a new partnership with Red Bull Advanced Technologies, Red Bull’s high-performance engineering division, seeks to make the open-top variants of Singer commissions even better. Already, Singer’s process of restoring a 964 Porsche 911 Cabriolet or Targa model is painstaking, involving a careful disassembly to the point where the steel monocoque is revealed. It’s at that point where Red Bull Advanced Technologies and Singer are joining forces, with world-class simulation and structural analysis capabilities. Together, Red Bull and Singer used scans and manual measurements to digitally model the 964 chassis, used Finite Element Analysis software to determine the torsional stiffness of different parts of the car both with and without its roof, and used the insight gained from the measurements to create carbon fiber formations to reinforce the hardest working parts and maintain the 964’s original integrity and packaging requirements. <- Gallery -> After a prototype vehicle with the reinforcing structures was built and tested to validate the analysis work, the 13 carbon fiber structures developed by Red Bull Advanced Technologies, which are bonded to the chassis during the restoration process, increase the torsional rigidity of the car is increased by an impressive 175 percent, which benefits the handling, braking, and overall driving quality of open-top restorations to closer match the performance of the coupe. With two engineering titans coming together, the modernized classics from Singer Vehicle Design are even better thanks to Red Bull Advanced Technologies. View All Porsche 911 For Sale Image Source: Singer Vehicle Design

New Singer "Sorcerer" Is The First DLS Turbo Services Commission

By Tyler Rampersaud – January 22, 2026

Singer Unveils New DLS Turbo "Sorcerer"

Known for its radical, unique transformations of the 964-generation Porsche 911 that combine the air-cooled masterpiece’s classic charm with modern performance prowess, Singer Vehicle Design creates some of the most desirable Porsche 911 restomods on the market. Singer’s commissions are each uniquely curated, combining purist ethos with painstaking craftsmanship and performance-focused engineering, and as such, their value and cachet exists in one of the highest echelons of supercars in the industry. Singer’s latest commission, however, is the first project from the firm to reimagine the 964-generation Porsche 911 through its DLS Turbo Services, and the project has been named “Sorcerer.” In a unique engineering solution, the “Sorcerer” features the first engine from Singer to have water-cooled cylinder heads and air-cooled cylinders, along with an electric-powered fan. Combined with variable geometry twin-turbocharging, the 3.8-liter engine brings forth 700 horsepower with a 9,000-rpm rev-limit. That power is wielded by the driver with a six-speed manual transmission, which sends it exclusively to the rear wheels, but it’s the design, luxury, and craftsmanship of the “Sorcerer” that makes it a truly special driving experience. In true Singer fashion, carbon fiber craftsmanship expertise means customers can choose between road or track-focused bodywork, and the “Sorcerer” features a dramatic, track-focused aerodynamics package. Fantasia Blue is the color, which features a gradient that darkens towards the back and pairs with satin carbon fiber throughout the exterior. Meanwhile, the interior features Pebble Gray leather upholstery with Pearl Gray Alcantara seat centers, Champagne piping, and satin carbon fiber accents. The gauges are a hand-built, floating set with Champagne bezels, with subtle and discreet solutions for phone connectivity and high-tech convenience. Combining the reputable elegance and craftsmanship of Singer with the new DLS Turbo Services program, the new “Sorcerer” commission is yet another stunning reimagined Porsche 911 from Singer Vehicle Design. View All Porsche 911 For Sale <- Gallery -> Image Source: Singer Vehicle Design

A silver Aerfal Automotive sports car with a sleek, aerodynamic design is parked on a white surface, viewed from the front left angle—a modern take that goes Beyond 911 with subtle 904 restomod influences.

By Khris Bharath – October 03, 2025

Beyond 911: Inside Aerfal Automotive's Bold 904 Restomod ...

Walk into any Concours event today, and sometimes even your local Cars & Coffee, chances are, that you’re never too far away from a restomodded 911. While several makes and models continue to make waves in the thriving restomod scene, Porsche’s iconic sports car, across several generations, has become one of the most popular platforms for modern reinterpretations for decades. Now, a new Dutch startup, Aerfal Automotive, is taking a shot at reviving a model that you’ve most likely only seen at auction, the Porsche 904 Carrera GTS. A follow-up to the immensely successful 718 RSK, Porsche’s earlier mid-engine racer that dominated endurance sports car racing in the 1950s with back-to-back wins at Targa Florio in 1959 and 1960, besides class victories at Le Mans and Sebring, the 904 carried that same momentum, taking the overall win at the 1964 Targa Florio, GT2.0 class wins at Le Mans in 1964 and 1965, and strong results at the Monte Carlo Rally and Sebring. Most cars featured a 2.0-liter Carrera 4-cam flat-four making about 180 horsepower, with a handful of examples later fitted with six- and even flat-eight engines with 240 horsepower and top speed in excess of 160 mph. Thanks to a fiberglass body bonded to a ladder frame, the 904 weighed just under 1,450 pounds, giving it a serious advantage over heavier rivals at the time. Just 120 examples were built between 1963 and 1965 to meet FIA homologation regulations, and it became one of Porsche’s most versatile race cars. The 904 would eventually pave the way for the 906, 910, and 917, which are some of Porsche's top motorsport models. Now that you have some context about the 904’s rarity and racing pedigree, it should come as no surprise that original examples are now trading hands for well over seven figures. That high cost is exactly why Aerfal founder Daniel Robledo has chosen the 914 as a donor platform for the AE94. These digital design renderings, done by Alan Derosier in a stunning shade of classic silver, give us a first impression of what the production car could look like. Some of the many modern visual touches that you can see include carbon fiber finishes inside the headlight housing, comprising of LED units. You'll also find LED taillights. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aerfal Automotive (@aerfal_) The modern-day 904 restomod is set to feature top-rated hardware from proven names like Brembo, Michelin, and BBS. Inside, expect vegetable-tanned leather-trimmed bucket seats, titanium hardware, and a Momo steering wheel. Even the dials are being designed with a luxury watchmaker, with each car set to include a matching chronograph. Aerfal’s approach also highlights a shift in the restomod scene. Builders are beginning to move beyond the 911. Nardone Automotive has reimagined the 928 with a carbon-bodied reinterpretation pushing around 400 horsepower. Fifteen Eleven Design has turned the once-overlooked 914 into a $440,000 Cayman-powered sports car. Kalmar has tried to capture the essence of the 959 with their 9x9. While 904 replicas and kit cars have existed for decades, and Porsche itself did a modern-day tribute when it debuted the 904 Living Legend concept in 2013, Aerfal is taking the idea further, combining modern engineering with OEM-level execution, while maintaining the design and ethos of the original 904. If production begins as planned, the Aerfal AE94 could stand out as one of the most unique and highly anticipated Porsche restomods in years. Amid a sea of 911s, a modern take on the 904 would be rare, purposeful, and refreshingly different. Watch this space. View All Porsches For Sale Images: Porsche, @aerfal_ @alan_derosier

By Khris Bharath – August 27, 2025

RML’s First 40th Anniversary GT Hypercar debuts at Salon ...

British engineering outfit RML Group has taken the wraps off its limited-run GT Hypercar at the ongoing Salon Privé in the U.K. This build transforms a 992.1 Porsche 911 Turbo S into a Le Mans-inspired machine with performance to match. For those unaware, Ray Mallock has four decades of championship-winning touring cars and GT programs to his name. From running factory-backed Nissan and Aston Martin race teams to quietly engineering projects for OEMs, Mallock has built RML Group into one of Britain’s most respected and prestigious motorsport firms. Now, under his family’s leadership, the company has stepped into the spotlight with its most audacious project yet: the GT Hypercar (GTH). Internally known as Project 39, the car marks the company’s 39th bespoke build since the firm's founding in 1984. Only 39 examples will ever be produced. So what makes the P39 different from the donor Turbo S? Quite a lot. The car has a distinctive carbon-fiber body, features a stretched wheelbase and wider tracks, and incorporates active aerodynamics, including a splitter and adjustable rear wing with some pretty substantial end plates. Buyers opting for the Performance and Track Packs will have 920 horsepower at their disposal, selectable ride height, a full roll cage, and a rear seat delete. Torque tops out at 1,000 Nm (about 738 pound-feet) of torque. RML hasn’t confirmed a real-world Nürburgring lap time yet, but simulations suggest somewhere in the low 6:30s, which would place it near the Mercedes-AMG One (6:29.09). This particular example, revealed at Blenheim Palace, is the first of 1-of-10 40th Anniversary Special Editions, finished in Storm Purple with a carbon-tinted roof and hood, gold wheels, and hand-painted accents. Inside, bespoke Crayon stitching and matching seatbelts contrast with a body-colored roll cage. Also displayed at Salon Privé, the NIO EP9 prototype EV, which set Nürburgring records in 2017, highlights RML’s parallel expertise in combustion and electric projects. In the U.K., pricing starts at £495,000 (~$666,600) before VAT, but that figure excludes the donor 911 Turbo S. Factor that in, and real-world costs should get the price closer to £700,000 (~$942,650), placing the P39 in rarefied territory. Sources suggest, all 39 builds have already been spoken for. Also, back in June, RML named Graham Rahal Performance as its official U.S. dealer, setting it apart from most boutique restomod builders, who rarely lock down American distribution so early on. It shows how seriously how RML also views the collector car market Stateside. Finally, while Porsche itself has no halo 918 successor on the horizon, cars like the RML P39 point to a growing movement of Porsche-based hypercar-restomods. Recent standouts include the Tuthill GT1, Kalmar 9x9, and Oilstainlab HF-11. View All Porsche 911s For Sale Source: RML Group

By Charles Bradley – August 15, 2025

Gunther Werks Unveils Limited Edition 1,000-HP Slantnose-...

Gunther Werks, a leader in precision-engineered high-performance Porsche remastering, revealed its first Slantnose-inspired creation at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, on Friday, August 15. Project F-26 represents the culmination of everything the California-based company has learned since its first build, delivering a staggering 1,000 horsepower from a reimagined Turbo platform. “The Slantnose is a bold icon from Porsche’s past,” said Peter Nam, founder of Gunther Werks. “The timing felt right to reimagine it with modern craftsmanship and engineering. It's our way of bridging nostalgia with next-gen performance for the modern driver.” Project F-26 derives its name from the aerodynamic silhouette of a fighter jet and its limited production run of 26 units, emphasizing both performance and exclusivity. Drawing visual inspiration from the iconic Porsche 935 Slantnose racing car and the rare road-going Slantnose, the F-26 combines timeless design cues with Gunther Werks’ signature carbon-fiber processes. Its dramatic front end replaces the original pop-up headlights with fixed units, reducing drag and enhancing airflow, while a high-downforce rear wing, squared-off fenders, and aggressive side intakes complete the race-ready aesthetic. Coated in bespoke metallic paint, the F-26 tips the scales at 2,700 pounds. Power comes from a Gunther Werks-engineered air-cooled twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter flat-six, co-developed with Rothsport Racing. Producing 1,000 horsepower and 750 lb-ft of torque, the engine pairs with a six-speed manual transmission and limited-slip differential. Cooling is handled by a race-derived flat fan, delivering more than twice the airflow of a standard vertical fan and evenly cooling all six cylinders. Additional enhancements include a carbon-fiber airbox, redesigned intercooler plenum, integrated blowoff valves, and a 935-style exhaust with external wastegates. The F-26 runs on high-octane ethanol and adapts to premium gasoline via custom fuel mapping. Chassis and handling are equally advanced, featuring a 30-millimeter longer rear wheelbase, double-wishbone front suspension, adaptive JRZ dampers, motorsport-grade ABS, advanced traction control, and staggered Turbo Twist magnesium monoblock wheels wrapped in Continental ExtremeContact Force tires. Inside, the F-26 blends function with artistry: exposed carbon fiber, custom leather, Alcantara headliner accents, a fighter-jet-inspired steering wheel, and a wooden shift knob honoring Porsche’s racing heritage. The contemporary dashboard integrates a Porsche Classic radio with Apple CarPlay for a modern touch. Production is strictly limited to 26 units, each tailored for enthusiasts seeking an analog yet cutting-edge performance experience. With its breathtaking Slantnose-inspired design, cutting-edge engineering, and extreme exclusivity, the F-26 cements itself as one of the most desirable and visually stunning reimagined performance Porsches available today. View All Gunther Werks For Sale Images Source: Gunther Werks

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 18, 2025

TECHART Adds Style and Power to the Porsche 911 (992.2)

Since 1987, TECHART has been at the forefront of Porsche performance, offering aftermarket upgrades that merge motorsport-inspired engineering with handcrafted luxury. The German tuning house is staying in line with the manufacturer with the release of their latest customization program for the 992.2 Porsche 911, once again delivering a bold statement. The new lineup includes aggressive carbon fiber aero, advanced styling elements, and serious performance mods geared towards elevating the latest-generation 911 into a truly personal driving machine. Among the standout options is the TECHART Rear Spoiler III, designed for 992.2 Carrera Coupes and GT3 Touring models. Made entirely from carbon fiber, this fixed wing improves cooling and boosts downforce across all speed ranges while shedding over 30% of the weight compared to the factory spoiler. The piece is offered in multiple finishes, including matte or gloss carbon, and features integrated air ducts created using aero simulations. It is easily installed and carries a general operating license for road use in Germany, supporting TECHART's dedication to both form and function. If you're craving more than just looks, the TECHTRONIC powerkit delivers a meaningful bump in performance. Available for multiple 911 variants, including the Carrera, Carrera 4, and T, this kit boosts output by up to 111 horsepower, bringing total figures to 505 horsepower and 530 lb-ft of torque. Acceleration improves significantly as well, cutting the 0–60 mph sprint down to just 3.4 seconds and pushing top speed to 196 mph. For the Carrera GTS and 4 GTS models, output jumps to 601 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque, with 0–60 mph in just 2.9 seconds. Installation is non-invasive and can be handled quickly by authorized TECHART partners. As always, TECHART offers nearly unlimited personalization, from carbon fiber trim to bespoke interiors, so every detail reflects the driver's style. Whether you're after pure speed, aesthetic edge, or a perfect blend of both, the TECHART 992.2 program makes owning a Porsche a true extension of you. View All Porsches For Sale Source: TECHART

A black sports car with a large rear wing is displayed at an outdoor car event, surrounded by spectators and other parked cars.

By Tyler Rampersaud – May 22, 2025

RML Unveils P39 Prototype At Supercar Fest

RML Group’s new hypercar emerges. Known for creating track-ready, purist-focused automotive masterpieces, RML Group uses its cherished legacy derived from the racing world to provide the automotive landscape with its take on performance excellence, and the latest iteration of that is the new hypercar from the manufacturer, the P39. Inspired by Le Mans hypercars that demonstrate the pinnacle of endurance racing triumphs, the highly anticipated RML P39 hypercar has finally seen a prototype make its debut at Supercar Fest. Using the Porsche 992.1 911 Turbo S as its basis, the P39 benefits from the Porsche’s already robust powertrain and excellent driving dynamics, expanding on those characteristics with revised carbon fiber bodywork for racing-focused aerodynamic capabilities, including an active rear wing with a DRS feature, a lower, wider stance, and increased power to the tune of 920 horsepower, with a Inconel exhaust valve that is the largest fitted to a roadgoing flat-six engine. Only 39 examples of the RML P39 will be built, and the first deliveries for UK customers are set to take place in late summer 2025. Various bespoke options will be available for the car, and sales and aftercare infrastructure is in place in both the United States and Europe for P39 customers. With its incredible power and a respected foundation, the new RML P39 is set to significantly shake up the world of automotive performance. View All Porsche 911 Turbo S For Sale Image Source: RML Group

A sleek green 993 Porsche 911 is parked in front of a building with RUF Automobile GmbH written on it, its presence enhanced by modern LED lighting.

By Tyler Rampersaud – January 30, 2025

RUF Introduces New LED Lighting For The '90s 993 Porsche 911

RUF brings modern lighting technology to a legendary classic. While the Porsche 911 is one of the world’s most legendary and iconic performance cars, if not one of the most iconic and recognizable cars ever made, enthusiasts have a special affinity for the generations of the 911 that came before the introduction of water-cooled engines to the lineup, which ended in the late 1990s. The final air-cooled generation of the Porsche 911 was the 993, which in over a quarter-century since its discontinuation, has become a legendary icon among Porsche enthusiasts and a coveted collector car. As with any classic, much of the technology and convenience features are out of date, which can sometimes prove an inconvenience for owners, or a part of the car’s charm and appeal. For owners of the Porsche 911 993 generation, however, RUF, a specialist in tuning, manufacturing, and creating vehicles with purist appeal, the gap is being bridged for one feature, combining vintage authenticity with modern convenience. That feature is specifically the exterior lighting of the Porsche 993 911, with RUF announcing new LED lighting solutions for the classic air-cooled 911 model. Available to order immeidately, the new LED lighting solutions are plug-and-play ways to update beautiful classic Porsche 911 993 cars with state-of-the-art LED exterior ligthing. While the lights feature modern LED brightness and technology, the design maintains the classic sensibilities and ‘90s aesthetic of the original car, matching seamlessly with the classic. Available now online at the RUF parts store, owners of the classic Porsche 911 993 generation can enjoy their classic air-cooled Porsche 911, with the new advent of modern LED lighting. For those enthusiasts with a passion for the air-cooled 911 and want to preserve its impact on automotive history, they can now do so with modern LED lighting on their classic cars. View All RUFs For Sale Image Source: RUF

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