When tuners have the courage of their convictions and the ability to look accept unchangeable shortcomings, they can—excuse the expression—polish a turd. Alan is such a mensch and his 996 proves two things: the potential of the most maligned 911 is undeniable and this combination of carefully chosen additions makes the 996 a genuinely pretty thing. …
Continue to the full articleThis One-Off Track-Spec Carrera GT-R Can be Yours for a Cool $1M
If you're willing to part with a little more than $1,000,000, you can help write an abandoned chapter in Porsche's racing history. The stillborn racing project that begat the Carrera GT, dubbed the 9R3 LMP900, brought along with it a whole host of tech that might've made it a standout. The crown jewel was its screaming V10—a motor …
Continue to the full articleThis 800-HP RWB 993 Laps Tsukuba Circuit In An Effortless 58 Seconds
Though the shape and the sheer presence of Rauh-Welt's vehicles are all inspired by old-world motorsport, their striking appearance is appreciated by more folks loitering in parking lots than racing fans sitting in grandstands. Not every one of Akira Nakai's creations make it to the track, but this particular example, thankfully, does. There's a …
Continue to the full articleStreet-Legal Porsche 962 “Koenig C62” Can Be In Your Garage For Just $1.25M
If ever you were feeling that Lotus was losing its edge and making overly sensible cars, this rolling piece of science fiction may tickle your fancy. The basic recipe is this: take a Group C car, outfit it with some questionable trim pieces, raise it to the point that it doesn't scrape, insulate the cabin somewhat, change certain body panels, …
Continue to the full articleMint: This Green 964 Carrera RS is Worth Every Cent
Though the values of 964s have skyrocketed in the last couple years, there's no denying that some are worth every cent they're asking. This rare and completely stunning 1992 Carrera RS is one which should command a kingly sum, and it's not hard to understand why. The allure of a 964 in this color will likely encourage a wide array of classic …
Continue to the full articleRide Onboard This Audi Five-Cylinder-Swapped 931 at Pacific Raceways
Take a garden-variety 924/931, strengthen the suspension setup, widen the footprint, ensure it remains cool, and go racing. That's a formula that's worked with many racers, but some have higher standards. After Britain Smith and Dr. Gary Chapman had a bit of a rocky start with their 931, they decided that they would give their car the additional …
Continue to the full articleRide Onboard a Manthey-Tuned 996 GT3 in These Stunning Surroundings
Before Andreas Preuninger was onboard for his first big project, there was the 996.1 GT3. This first attempt at a hot, water-cooled 911 was criticized some for brakes not quite up to the task of hard lapping, but having a few rough edges added to its raw charm. This first attempt at a hot 911 with a water-cooled engine wasn't quite perfect, but …
Continue to the full articleOnly A Pro Racer Can Grab the Taycan Turbo S by the Scruff of its Neck
Racing geeks, rejoice: the legend that is Tim Schrick has resurfaced and started his own YouTube channel. When I was finding my feet as a driver and car enthusiast, I always admired Schrick. His appearances on D Motor were filled with a sense of humor ranging from dry to goofy, superlative car control, and an excellent selection of vehicles. The …
Continue to the full articleHitch a Ride on this 1,200-HP 9ff Autobahn Rocket
It takes a special soul to take a GT3 and turn it into one of these. To cater to the slightly deranged crowd not content with the capability of a GT-series Porsche, German tuner 9ff will fit a perfectly fine GT3 with a set of turbos and forged internals to handle boost pressure. No longer a track-oriented car and now a definite highway king, this …
Continue to the full article996 Tuning: Making the Most of a Maligned Model
Let's address this video's titular question. Can a few minor engine modifications make the 3.6-liter M96 rival—or better—a Mezger from a GT3? Well, no. Simply put, there's a vast chasm of difference between the mildest and the meanest in the 996 range, but the potential for a fun, uncompromising, stimulating, and quite special car can be had …
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