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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

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 13, 2026

Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric Listed For Sale

Porsche boasts a growing lineup of all-electric vehicles, starting with the Taycan, a sports sedan, and continuing with the Macan, an electric version of one of Porsche’s iconic SUV models. However, Porsche also introduced an all-electric version of its legendary first SUV, the Cayenne, and with it came extreme innovation, alongside the luxury, style, and robust performance that made the Cayenne an icon in the first place. The Porsche Cayenne Electric is one of Porsche’s most technologically advanced creations yet, with the ability to charge from 10 to 80 percent capacity in as little as 16 minutes with fast-charging technology, dual-motor all-wheel drive, and the ability to charge wirelessly as the first production electric vehicle with inductive charging capability. In its Turbo trim level, the Porsche Cayenne Electric boasts an immense 1,139 horsepower, making it the most powerful production Porsche model yet. If you want to own one, a 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric for sale has been listed on duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985. Available from Cavallino Rosso St. Louis in St. Louis, Missouri, the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric for sale is finished in Porsche’s Algarve Blue exterior paint, with an interior in black and Limestone Beige leather upholstery. Options like 21-inch Aero Design wheels enhance the look of the vehicle, and it combines practicality with luxury and performance, with seating for five, a 2.4-second 0-60 time, and 7,716 pounds of towing capacity. <- Gallery -> If you are interested in having Porsche’s most powerful production model yet in your garage, click below to view the price and listing of this 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric for sale at Cavallino Rosso St. Louis, listed on duPont REGISTRY, and explore financing options through duPont REGISTRY Finance. View Listing

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 12, 2026

Luft 12 Brings Porsche History To Atlanta

As the years go on, the age of air-cooled Porsches sits further in the past. Soon, more time will have passed since the end of the air-cooled 911 than the duration of its era. Despite the world’s growing distance from that time, Porsche fans and enthusiasts are tirelessly dedicated to preserving the legacy of Porsche’s air-cooled models, like the 911, the 356, and others. The iconic Luftgekühlt event is dedicated completely to air-cooled Porsches, and its continued success is a testament to the enduring passion of the Porsche community, and its latest iteration, held in Atlanta, took place this past weekend. The home of Porsche in North America, Atlanta is a perfect destination for Luftgekühlt’s expansion since its inception in Southern California. Founded by racing driver Patrick Long and creative director Howie Idelson, Luftgekühlt 12 arrived at the city where Porsche has had its North American headquarters since 1998. Hurricane Isaias threatened the event and delayed the start time by hours, but that didn’t stop an impressive 8,000 fans from gathering for the event. With 300 cars displayed at the Town at Trilith, the event showed an incredible curation of historic Porsche icons. About the vehicles on display at Luftgekühlt 12, creative director Jeff Zwart commented, “Every event is an evolution on an evolution. We want to find new stories to tell.” The event particularly focused on the 50th anniversary of the Porsche 935, a legendary racing machine that beautifully represents a golden age of air-cooled motorsport Porsches. Three yellow 935s were on display, and one had a history tied to Atlanta. It was the 979 Le Mans-winning Porsche 935-K3, raced by Don and Bill Whittington, alongside Klaus Ludwig. Around the same time, the Whittington brothers bought the Road Atlanta racing circuit. That car was also the first rear-engined car to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans outright. <- Gallery -> Another highlight was the 70th anniversary of Porsche’s inaugural Targa Florio victory, celebrated at Luft 12 with the display of a 1959 Porsche 718 RSK that would have won the race if not for a final-lap suspension failure, the 1960 race-winning Porsche RS 60, the Porsche 904 Carrera GTS that won the 1964 race, and the 1971 Porsche 908/3, designed for the intensity of the Targa Florio and the Nürburgring. As much as the cars, the people at Luft 12 made the event special. Those included its host, Tommy Kendall, the youngest IMSA champion in history, racing driver and prolific Porsche collector Leh Keen, and the legions of fans who came to appreciate the glory of Porsche’s rich history. With historic icons on display and passionate enthusiasts curating and appreciating them in the face of hurricane warnings, the 12th Luftgekühlt was another successful iteration of the iconic event. View All Porsche For Sale Image Source: Porsche

By Charles Bradley – October 09, 2026

Manthey Reveals 30th Anniversary Limited-Edition Porsche Race Cars

German performance specialist Manthey is celebrating three decades of motorsport engineering with two exclusive Porsche race cars designed for enthusiasts and collectors. The Porsche 911 GT3 Cup MR 30 and Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport MR 30 each will be limited to just 15 examples, bringing together years of track-tested development, lightweight materials and bespoke anniversary detailing. The two special editions made their world debut on Oct. 9, 2026, at the DTM finale at Hockenheim. More than commemorative collector cars, both models reflect Manthey's philosophy of developing technical solutions around real-world racing demands, with each component refined through competition and testing on the Nürburgring Nordschleife and other international circuits. The result is a pair of highly specialized machines that represent the latest evolution of two important vehicle ranges within Manthey's Race Cars division. Porsche 911 GT3 Cup MR 30 The Porsche 911 GT3 Cup MR 30 builds on Manthey's longstanding Cup MR development program, which has focused on refining engine performance, aerodynamics, suspension, cooling and vehicle balance. Based on a comprehensively revised Porsche 911 GT3 Cup (992.1), the anniversary edition brings those development priorities together in a single package. At its heart is a water-cooled, 4.2-liter six-cylinder boxer engine producing 560 PS (412 kW). Power reaches the rear wheels through a sequential six-speed gearbox, giving the special edition a significant performance focus. The larger engine is complemented by an aerodynamic and cooling package that has already demonstrated its capabilities in customer racing on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. The underlying development version recorded a lap time of 7:58.605 minutes on the 24.358-kilometer NLS track configuration, despite producing less power than the anniversary model. Lightweight construction is central to the car's design. The front end, including the wings and hood, along with the rear bodywork, wheel arch extensions, rear lid and rear wing, uses recycled carbon fiber. These components are designed to optimize airflow and increase downforce while contributing to the car's overall performance. A central radiator layout delivers aerodynamic benefits while improving exhaust airflow and reducing the risk of radiator damage in the event of contact. An optimized brake-cooling system, featuring significantly enlarged air inlets, also helps reduce thermal strain on components and extend their operating life. Additional aerodynamic enhancements include a front splitter with an integrated underbody, extra aerodynamic flicks and a newly developed rear wing with enlarged end plates and modified mounting. The revised wing mounting also allows the integration of an aerodynamically optimized air intake. The car's wider stance is enabled by wheel arch extensions that accommodate a track-width increase of 20 millimeters at the front and 50 millimeters at the rear. Completing the package is a lightweight wheel set produced at Manthey's own forged-wheel facility. Finished in an exclusive 30th-anniversary design, the wheels save an additional 3.8 kilograms. A six-way adjustable coilover suspension with optimized spring rates and modified front and rear axle kinematics rounds out the mechanical revisions. The anniversary details continue inside the cabin, where a bespoke ‘30 Years of Manthey’ badge and embroidered anniversary lettering on the seats distinguish the limited-edition model. Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport MR 30 The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport MR 30 celebrates a decade of Cayman-based race car development at Manthey. It also marks the final stage of a platform that has played a defining role in the company's Race Cars division. The development story began with Manthey's homologation kit for the first Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport (981), which enabled the car to compete in GT4 racing series worldwide. Manthey also launched the Cayman GT4 Trophy by Manthey Racing, now known as the Porsche Endurance Trophy Nürburgring, to provide a competitive platform on the Nordschleife. Subsequent projects based on the 981 and 718 generations included the Trackday MR, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport Leichtbau and customer racing developments for Nordschleife competition. The MR 30 consolidates the lessons learned across that decade of engineering and testing. Lightweight construction and comprehensively revised aerodynamics define the anniversary model. Extensive carbon-fiber body components, paired with a special lightweight wheel set manufactured in-house, reduce weight by a total of 5.7 kilograms compared with the base model. The 500 PS race car is designed to make the most of those weight savings and its aerodynamic refinements. Carbon-fiber components include the fenders with lightweight headlights, a hood with a central radiator vent, the front bumper and splitter, and a redesigned rear section incorporating a rear bumper, a trunk lid with a lightweight window and a rear wing. A carbon-fiber diffuser and additional front flicks provide further downforce. As with the 911 GT3 Cup MR 30, the Cayman uses a central radiator layout and optimized brake cooling. Its brake air ducts draw on developments from the Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport EVO. The car's development has been continuously tested and refined under real racing conditions. During validation, the vehicle concept achieved a top-20 overall finish at the 24 Hours of the Nürburgring, providing further evidence of its performance under demanding endurance-racing conditions. Exclusive details distinguish the anniversary edition from the standard model. The rear-wing end plates carry the ‘30 Years Anniversary’ logo, while a ‘30 Years Manthey’ badge features the individual model number. The headrests also display the anniversary logo. Exclusive Anniversary Design, Limited Production Both Manthey MR 30 models feature an anniversary livery developed specifically for the company's 30th year. The show cars combine a white base with red accents and a reinterpreted streamlined design, drawing directly on Manthey's corporate colors and motorsport heritage. The 911 GT3 Cup MR 30's white-painted chassis takes inspiration from historic Porsche race cars. Across both models, the graphic elements connect the company's heritage with its future, drawing on the anniversary livery of Manthey's No. 911 car at the 24 Hours of the Nürburgring. Rather than simply revisiting historic designs, the anniversary models reinterpret familiar Manthey styling cues. The resulting aesthetic is intended to reflect the company's development philosophy while offering a glimpse of the design language that will shape future racing programs and engineering projects. Production is limited to 15 examples of each model, for a combined total of 30 cars in recognition of Manthey's 30th anniversary. Order requests will be accepted through Oct. 30, 2026, after which Manthey will make the final allocation because of the limited production run. Deliveries of the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport MR 30 are scheduled to begin in November 2026, while deliveries of the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup MR 30 will commence in the first quarter of 2027. Pricing has not been revealed, but both cars will be available to buy in the United States, offered through Porsche Motorsport North America. Three Decades of Motorsport Expertise For Manthey, the two anniversary editions represent more than a milestone. They bring together three decades of engineering experience, competitive development and customer-focused motorsport projects. “Both cars exemplify the way development takes place at Manthey: driven by specific customer requirements and motorsport projects. They were not created to celebrate an anniversary, but for use on the racetrack. The fact that we are now able to offer the results of these two development paths as limited-edition special models makes them a particularly fitting way to conclude our 30th anniversary year,” says Nicolas Raeder, managing director of Manthey Racing GmbH. Helmut Brakhage, director of Race Cars at Manthey, also emphasizes the significance of the two models in the company's development history. “30 years of Manthey means three decades of experience in global motorsport, three decades of development and three decades of total enthusiasm for our products,” he said. “We want to express this through these two special edition models. The 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport MR 30 is the flagship of the mid-engine racing car that has enjoyed success for over 10 years. A vehicle concept that we were privileged to help shape and which we are celebrating appropriately at the end of the model range.” With just 30 cars planned between them, the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup MR 30 and 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport MR 30 offer a distinctive expression of Manthey's engineering philosophy. Their combination of competition-developed performance, carbon-fiber construction, specialized aerodynamics and individually numbered anniversary details makes them a fitting tribute to three decades of motorsport development. View All Porsches for Sale Images: Porsche, Manthey Racing

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 05, 2026

Porsche Wins The 2026 Petit Le Mans

Outside Atlanta, Georgia, the Petit Le Mans endurance race at Road Atlanta served as the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship’s season finale, and emerging victorious was Porsche. The number 6 Porsche 963 LMDh hypercar won the race in difficult circumstances: 16 safety car deployments, a red-flag interruption, and heavy rain. With its 1.205-second lead, the victory marked the first time ever that a manufacturer clinched victory at Daytona, Sebring, and Road Atlanta in one IMSA season. Meanwhile, the number 7 Porsche Penske Motorsport car ran alongside its counterpart for much of the race, but was forced to retire due to an accident about 90 minutes before the end of the race. Finishing the season in second place in the manufacturer standings for the season, Porsche emerged victorious for a third time in the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup, consisting of Daytona, Sebring, Watkins Glen, Road America, and Road Atlanta. Porsche’s 963 hypercar has remained the most victorious LMDh racing hypercar since the regulation was introduced in 2023. Combining innovative hybrid technology with the pinnacle of endurance racing engineering, the group of top-class hypercars represents some of the most ambitious, futuristic, and powerful vehicles in the racing world. <- Gallery -> About his victory, driver Laurens Vanthoor of the number 6 Porsche 963 commented, “I have no idea how we pulled this off. We all did a perfect job: Porsche, the Porsche Penske Motorsport team, and us drivers in the cockpit. A difficult season is thus coming to an end with an absolute highlight. After this nail-biter at Road Atlanta, I’m exhausted and very happy.” Alongside the 963 hypercars in the race, the Porsche 911 GT3 R was present throughout as well, with AO Racing’s iconic “Rexy” finishing in second place in the GTD Pro class, and the Manthey 1st Phorm 911 GT3 R finishing second in the GTD category. As Porsche celebrates 75 years of motorsport this year, Petit Le Mans brought the manufacturer a milestone victory and the conclusion of yet another successful IMSA season. View All Porsche For Sale Image Source: Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 01, 2026

How The Porsche 911 GT3 Bergsport Is Made

Porsche recently revealed the 911 GT3 Bergsport, which is based on the 911 GT3 Touring but, exclusively for Europe, features a special configuration that pays homage to alpine hillclimb racing, something integral to early chapters of Porsche’s history. Only 100 units of the Bergsport will be made, and the manufacturer’s Exclusive Manufaktur division, with incredible craftsmanship, is what brings the highly exclusive special edition to life. The car starts life, of course, in Zuffenhausen, beginning as any Porsche 911 would in production there. The Bergsport is one of a total of 25 different variants of the legendary sports car, thanks to a flexible production system that has evolved for over 60 years. It takes an average of four days to build a Porsche 911, with robots and people working in conjunction to combine precision with passionate craftsmanship and skill. However, Exclusive Manufaktur adds some extra steps to the Bergsport’s manufacturing process. Although it’s applied in the same process as other 911s, Valley Green Metallic is a special paint color that is featured on the Porsche 911 GT3 Bergsport. In later stages of the GT3 Bergsport’s production, several bespoke elements are hand-crafted and added to the car. A badge on the B-pillar reads “GT3 Bergsport,” and the rear lid grille features a special badge for the exclusive edition as well. Inside, the leather center console is specially embossed, and orange, black, and white stitching adorns the upholstery. The key, leather key pouch, and document wallet are even specially crafted to match the special edition. <- Gallery -> Rather than being an exclusive edition because of its production number alone, the one-of-100 Porsche 911 GT3 Bergsport is designed to be a collector-worthy masterpiece because of a production process that combines excellent craftsmanship with bespoke design and several artisan details. Alongside that, the rich racing heritage that inspired it and Porsche’s connection to that history give the highly desirable special edition a beautiful backdrop. View All Porsche For Sale Image Source: Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – September 29, 2026

Porsche Brings CarPlay & More To Old 911, Boxster, & Cayman

Enthusiasts often resist many of the high-tech cars of today, preferring the authenticity of older models. However, the convenience of features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is difficult to resist, and some owners bridge the gap with aftermarket solutions. For owners of Porsche vehicles from the recent past, though, the manufacturer has unveiled a new infotainment system that offers the current-day ease of features like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while maintaining a look, feel, and quality that is congruent with the OEM car. Made for Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman models from 2009 to 2016 (987.2, 997.2, 981, 991.1), two new devices are now available from Porsche Centers that marry an up-to-date digital experience with beloved past models that are bound to become classics in the near future. A new generation of PCCM Plus, the system integrates seamlessly with its surroundings, and can be controlled not only by the seven-inch high-resolution touchscreen, but also with the steering wheel multifunction buttons. Music tracks and navigation instructions continue to exist on the instrument cluster if desired. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability is also part of the new system, and the option of playing YouTube videos on the screen while the car is parked is also available, depending on the country’s legal requirements. The virtual vehicle displayed on the screen can also be configured with different exterior colors, ensuring a truly seamless experience with a virtual vehicle whose color matches the one on the car in which it is installed. Available at Porsche Centers worldwide, the new generation of PCCM Plus allows owners of past Porsches to enjoy modern infotainment conveniences, while continuing to cherish vehicles that are steadily earning classic icon status. With features like over-the-air map updates, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, late 2000s and early 2010s Porsche owners can love and drive their cars without missing out on the benefits of the latest infotainment tech. View All Porsche For Sale Image Source: Porsche

By Sponsored Article – September 29, 2026

Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge: The Area South-Central Winners

Porsche's dealer network has once again shown what its service departments are capable of. The Area South-Central winners of the 2026 Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge represent three distinct approaches to keeping classic Porsches on the road, each carried out with the depth of expertise and factory support that define the program. About the Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge Through the Challenge, Porsche Cars North America invites Porsche Centers across the U.S. to restore, preserve, or individualize heritage models using Porsche Classic Genuine Parts and their own craftsmanship. Each participating dealer selects a project car, documents the work throughout the year, and presents the finished vehicle at a regional judging event. That parts support is substantial. The Porsche Classic catalogue includes approximately 85,000 genuine parts, and the U.S. is home to the highest number of classic Porsche vehicles in operation anywhere in the world. Entries compete in three categories. Preservation maintains originality while improving functionality, Restoration returns vehicles to near-factory specification, and Individualization allows for bespoke builds influenced by Porsche's Sonderwunsch program. Now in its sixth year, the Challenge continues to grow. The 2025 edition set a record with 73 entries, and the national champions were crowned in Durham, North Carolina alongside Luftgekühlt 11. For 2026, the South-Central round took place at Artomobilia in Carmel, Indiana on August 28 and 29, with the National Championship to follow in October. Porsche Orlando's 1997 911 Carrera 2 Individualization (national finalist) and People's Choice winnerFollow along: https://www.instagram.com/porsche_orlando/ GALLERY-EMBED This build was inspired by Carey, a longtime Porsche Orlando client who, together with her husband Byron, has purchased numerous Paint to Sample and Sonderwunsch cars from the dealership. Shortly after taking delivery of a Pastel Yellow 993 Carrera 2, she challenged the team to create a car that reflected her own personality while remaining unmistakably Porsche. The car was taken down to a bare shell, fitted with genuine 993 RS bodywork and a factory-style steel sunroof delete, and refinished in its original Pastel Yellow on every surface. Under the rear deck, the original 3.6-liter flat-six became a high-compression 4.0-liter with individual throttle bodies and a GT3 plenum, paired with a short-ratio RSR-style gearbox and authentic 993 RS suspension. The interior is the centerpiece, a Sonderwunsch-inspired cabin with full leather retrimming, color-matched painted trim, and a bespoke ombré leather weave inspired by the GT3 S/C Street Style. The team also 3D scanned a factory 993 rear seat delete and re-engineered it in lightweight materials with top-loading storage that works with the RS bucket seats. Carey was involved at every stage, and her choices, including the color-matched new-old-stock Speedline wheels, became defining features of a car that used approximately 782 genuine Porsche components and earned both the Individualization win and the People's Choice award. Porsche Cary's 2001 Boxster Preservation (national finalist)Follow along: https://www.instagram.com/porsche.cary/ GALLERY-EMBED Porsche Cary's 986 Boxster was prepared with a focus on preservation and thoughtful modernization. Rather than replacing original components, the team prioritized sustainability and authenticity by meticulously cleaning and touching up existing interior pieces. The exterior received a comprehensive paint correction to restore its factory-level luster, and a full dry ice blasting treatment restored the undercarriage while retaining most of the original parts. The car's key systems were fully refreshed with a new convertible top and headliner, new windshield, struts, control arms, clutch and flywheel, along with refurbished wheels and brakes and OEM N-spec tires. To bridge classic and contemporary, the team installed the Porsche Classic PCCM+ system, adding smartphone integration and improved navigation while preserving the authentic interior of the 986. The finished car is a beautiful example of the model that retains the character of an early Boxster. Harper Porsche's 1978 911 Turbo Restoration (national finalist)Follow along: https://www.instagram.com/harperporsche/ GALLERY-EMBED Harper Porsche's 1978 911 Turbo is a rare early Sonderwunsch commission, ordered new in Paint to Sample Buick Medium Green Poly metallic with white leather seats, black and white pinstripe velour inserts, and green shag carpet. Guided by the car's Porsche Product Specifications certificate, the team stripped the car to a bare shell and had it resprayed inside and out in the correct color by Harper's Porsche-certified collision center, then restored the interior to its original specification. The engine was rebuilt from the bare crankcase up, the original turbocharger was rebuilt, and the Type 930 four-speed transaxle was rebuilt in-house. The chassis received period-correct green Bilstein suspension, a fully renewed brake system, and the original Fuchs wheels refinished and fitted with N-rated Pirelli P7 tires. Harper's Porsche Classic service advisor and historian researched production records and period sources to ensure every detail was correct for 1978, and the team even commissioned custom red woven air conditioning hoses to match the originals. Harper Porsche brings a strong Challenge history to the finals, having won the national People's Choice award in 2025 with its 1992 964 RS. Each of these three cars reflects the purpose of its category and the skill of the Porsche Center behind it. Porsche Orlando, Porsche Cary and Harper Porsche now advance to the National Championship in October, where they will meet the winners from Areas West and East.

By Tyler Rampersaud – September 16, 2026

New Porsche 550 J By Hedley Studios Unveiled

Hedley Studios is known for creating beautiful vehicles that recreate historical icons, slightly shrink them in size, and imbue them with all-electric powertrains. Meanwhile, their creations are made with artisan craftsmanship, a wide range of personalization options, impeccable accuracy to the originals, and limited quantities that make them truly collector-worthy. The latest creation is the new Porsche 550 J, a celebration of the 75th anniversary of Porsche motorsport that recreates the Porsche 550 Spyder. The 550 J is roughly 80 percent the size of the original 550 Spyder, which is one of the most influential and foundational race cars in Porsche’s history. In 1954 at the Carrera Panamericana, Hans Herrmann and Jaroslav Juhan competed in two 550 Spyders, earning third and fourth place overall, separated by only 36 seconds across almost 2,000 miles and five days of racing. That achievement was what spurred Porsche to use the “Carrera” moniker for cars afterward, which it still does today. The Hedley Studios Porsche 550 J is limited to only 250 examples and is an officially licensed reimagination of the original car. It was created with the help of Porsche’s corporate archives and guidance from Porsche personnel throughout the project. Powered by a 48-volt electric drivetrain, the 550 J boasts 8 kW as standard and 16 kW with the available RS package. The top speed of the car is just under 50 mph, and it’s aimed at collectors and enthusiasts, lacking road-legal status. <- Gallery -> For the collectors who will own the new Porsche 550 J from Hedley Studios, the 250 examples enjoy virtually limitless configuration and design possibilities, including curations of historical and contemporary colors and liveries inspired by motorsport legends. Each example is handcrafted in Bicester, England, by Hedley Studios, and faithfully reimagines the legendary Porsche 550 Spyder, reviving its cherished legacy and undeniable influence. View All Porsche For Sale Image Source: Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – September 16, 2026

New Colors Revealed For 2027 Porsche Cayenne Electric

Over 20 years after the Cayenne was first introduced, revolutionizing Porsche as a manufacturer when it did, Porsche revolutionized the Cayenne itself, introducing an all-electric version of it with unprecedented levels of power, cutting-edge technology, and engineering that takes full advantage of the BEV format to evolve the Cayenne nameplate as a luxury performance SUV. Now, the Porsche Cayenne Electric is receiving new improvements for the 2027 model year, including new colors and new luxury features. Elevating the luxury of the 2027 Porsche Cayenne Electric, the option of electrically operated doors has become available. With this feature, pulling the door handle automatically opens or closes all four doors. For the driver, putting on the seat belt or pressing the brake pedal can close the door automatically as well. The system is designed to operate on inclines, and sensors are in place to stop the movement of the doors if an obstacle or person is detected, including if a vehicle is approaching. Manual operation of the doors is possible at all times. An optional massaging seat is also available for the 2027 Porsche Cayenne Electric, and it can be combined with music to create an immersive listening experience. Along with the musical experience, five massage programs are available for comfort and relaxation. <- Gallery -> As personalization becomes increasingly important to drivers, the 2027 Porsche Cayenne Electric joins Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur’s Paint to Sample program, giving customers the opportunity to choose from over 100 total paint colors within Porsche’s impressive Paint to Sample library. Meanwhile, the interior is enhanced for the 2027 model year with available leather accents and stitching in Delgada Green and several other new personalization options. Pricing remains the same for the new 2027 Porsche Cayenne Electric as in 2026, and deliveries for the new model are set to begin in the first quarter of 2027. View All Porsche Cayenne For Sale Image Source: Porsche

By Sponsored Article – September 03, 2026

Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge: The Area West Winners

Now in its sixth year, the Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge asks Porsche Centers across the United States to do what they are uniquely equipped to do: take a classic Porsche that is due for expert attention and return it to the road. The work is carried out by Porsche-trained technicians with a catalog of roughly 85,000 Porsche Classic Genuine Parts behind them, and the eligibility list is deliberately broad. Entries can include the 356 and 914, six generations of the 911, transaxle cars such as the 944 and 928, and modern classics including the Boxster, Cayman, and first-generation Cayenne, provided the vehicle is a street production model. Each participating center enters one of three categories. Individualization draws on the spirit of Porsche's Sonderwunsch program and rewards imaginative use of Porsche Genuine Parts. Preservation favors repairing over replacing, retaining as much original material as possible while improving how the car functions. Restoration is the traditional path, returning a car to like-new condition in line with original production specifications. A fourth honor, People's Choice, is decided by public vote rather than by the judging panel. Area West judging took place on August 14 at Werks Reunion in Monterey, California, during one of the busiest weeks on the collector car calendar. Four Porsche Centers came away with awards, and the three category winners advance as national finalists to the finals in Atlanta on October 9 and 10. Individualization: Porsche Tucson, 1973 914 GALLERY-EMBED Porsche Tucson took the Individualization award with a 914 that arrived as a gutted rolling chassis sourced locally. The team stripped and sandblasted the shell to expose its true condition, removed corrosion, and completed extensive metalwork through the body and floor pans before fitting steel GT-style flares along with handmade front and rear bumpers and spoilers. The body was widened by an additional 1¾ inches along the upper fender line, work that required careful fabrication to keep the proportions consistent from front to rear. The finished car wears a custom-mixed Adriatic Blue over the upper and lower surfaces, with bumpers and trim in 70 percent gloss black. The bigger undertaking was mechanical. Converting the chassis for six-cylinder power called for frame gussets, an oil tank, and a dedicated engine mounting system. The rebuilt 2.4-liter engine runs S-spec camshafts, high-compression pistons, Weber 40 IDA carburetors, PerTronix ignition, coated headers, and a sport muffler, and it sits in an engine bay finished with a painted shroud, zinc-coated hardware, and a handmade wiring harness. The rebuilt 901 side-shift transmission received new synchronizers, engagement teeth, operating sleeves, and a reinforced intermediate bearing support, while the suspension and brakes were rebuilt around new bushings, bearings, Bilstein shocks, and rebuilt 911 calipers. Inside are a custom five-gauge dashboard, redesigned seats in black leather with blue stitching, color-matched belts, a roll bar, woven leather dash trim, and a handmade aluminum shifter. Porsche Tucson also made the build a public project, hosting an event at the halfway mark and another for the final reveal, and documenting progress at least twice a month for more than 6,000 followers under the #PorscheChallenge2026 hashtag. @porschetucson Preservation: Gaudin Porsche of Las Vegas, 1996 911 Turbo GALLERY-EMBED The 993 Turbo that Gaudin Porsche of Las Vegas entered arrived wearing years of aftermarket modification in the tuner idiom of the early 2000s. The category rewards restraint, and the team's approach was to reverse those changes rather than replace what lay underneath. The project was introduced to more than 120 VIP guests at a kickoff event in January 2025, with the transformation carried out in public view. To protect original finishes, the undercarriage and suspension were dry ice blasted, lifting decades of grime without disturbing factory coatings. The aftermarket front bumper, rear spoiler, wheels, graphics, and aged paint protection film all came off, returning the original bodywork and paint to view. The interior was fully disassembled so the original carpets and leather could be steam cleaned and reconditioned, and the factory seats, belts, steering wheel, shifter, and parking brake assembly went back in as aftermarket carbon trim, aluminum gauge surrounds, pedal covers, door sill trim, and the custom audio system came out. The factory speaker configuration was restored, with a Porsche Classic Communication Management Plus system added for modern connectivity behind a period-correct face. Mechanically, the car received a full engine, transmission, and driveline service, along with the reinstallation of its original exhaust, valve covers, and oil lines. Brakes were renewed with new pads, rotors, and lines and refinished calipers, and the intercooler and fan shroud were refinished in correct factory colors. A precision corner balance, ride height adjustment, and four-wheel alignment followed. Every original body panel was retained through paintless dent removal, all glass was polished rather than replaced, and a multi-stage paint correction revived the factory finish. More than 200 miles of road testing preceded the unveiling to a crowd of over 180 guests in the Gaudin showroom. @gaudinporschelv Restoration: Porsche San Francisco, 2003 911 C4S GALLERY-EMBED Porsche San Francisco chose its subject with an argument in mind. The 996 is the entry point into air-cooled-adjacent 911 ownership for a lot of newer enthusiasts, and this 2003 C4S Tiptronic was selected to show what the generation is capable of when it receives proper attention. The car is on its seventh owner and spent most of its life outside the dealer network before returning in May 2023 with a recurring check engine light. Diagnosed with an internal engine concern, it was bought as a retirement project and then sat under a cover beside a house for three years. The engine and transmission came out in front of a live audience during the project unveiling. With the engine partially disassembled, removal of the bank two cylinder head revealed a carbon pattern on cylinders five and six consistent with coolant in the combustion chamber. Inspection found no cracks in the head and no bore scoring or cracks in the cylinder walls, so the engine was reassembled with cam timing set, new spark plugs, latest-revision ignition coils, a new air-oil separator, and a new water pump and drive belt. Once reinstalled, the misfire was confirmed corrected. From there the car received new shock absorbers, strut mounts, bump stops, and dust boots, a four-wheel alignment, rebuilt and refinished calipers with new Porsche script, and new discs, pads, sensors, and hardware. A PCCM+ upgrade required removing the single-DIN radio and relocating the A/C control panel to the base of the console, and the center console itself was replaced after its rubberized coating began peeling. The headlights were restored through a multi-step process of chemical cleaning, progressive sanding from 800 through 3000 grit, polishing, and UV and ceramic coating, while cracked taillights and the spoiler lip were replaced. Full exterior paint restoration and an interior detail completed the car. The team deserves specific mention. Gold Meister and classic certified technician Noah Saldena led the project alongside Gunter Feldmeier, with engine work performed by first-year technician and PTAP graduate Nicholas Cappa, who also handled the PCCM+ installation and console replacement. Dominick Eldridge covered suspension and lighting, Jonathan Battad handled wheels and tires, and the parts team led by Kalvin Kao sourced the correct components throughout. @porschesanfrancisco People's Choice: Porsche Santa Clarita, 1991 911 Cabriolet GALLERY-EMBED Public vote went to Porsche Santa Clarita for a 964 Carrera 2 Cabriolet conceived as an art car. The reference point is the 1970 Porsche 917 that ran at Le Mans in what became known as the Hippie livery, hand-painted with spray cans in the paddock to disguise lightweight fiberglass bodywork. A practical solution turned into one of the most recognizable race cars ever built, and that idea of paint as part of the story shaped this project. Santa Clarita brought in Los Angeles artist RISK to treat the car as a canvas, with the artwork as the centerpiece rather than a decorative finish. The bodywork underneath is a RAUH-Welt Begriff build, chosen for the way Akira Nakai's approach combines craftsmanship and individuality while staying rooted in Porsche culture. Custom RWB x Rotiform wheels sit under the widebody kit, wrapped in 305/30/18 front and 335/30/18 rear tires, with KW V3 coilovers, a 964 adjustable rear spring plate, and a 993 Big Red brake kit with matching booster and master cylinder. The mechanical brief favored feel over peak output. The original 3.6-liter flat six was rebuilt with oversized valves and paired with a lightweight single-mass flywheel for sharper response, breathing through RSR headers and an RSR-style exhaust. Inside, custom magenta and ivory leather, a Porsche sport steering wheel, custom gauges, PCCM infotainment, and a premium sound system with subwoofer round out the cabin, while retro G-body turn signals nod to earlier 911s outside. @porschesantaclarita What Comes Next Four very different interpretations of the same brief, from a fully fabricated 914 to a 993 Turbo returned to factory specification, a 996 given the attention its generation has long deserved, and a 964 turned into a moving piece of art. Porsche Tucson, Gaudin Porsche of Las Vegas, and Porsche San Francisco now advance to the national finals in Atlanta on October 9 and 10, where the category champions and the Grand National Champion will be decided.

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