UPDATE: Bidding ended with a high bidder of $217,100. That's about $130k more than value for a non David Beckham owned Porsche. Read the comments below the story for more info. Beckham's 2008 Porsche 911 Turbo Convertible is for sale on eBay via Chequered Flag International. When we called the dealer to ask a few questions about the car we …
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Porsche Introduces a Future Classic
First there was the Sports Classic. Then, just last week came the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS. Now, today, Porsche introduced the world to the Porsche Carrera Speedster. In the event you aren't sure of this drop-top's provenance, you'll need to think fast as Porsche will limit the production to 356 Speedsters world-wide. Unique Features of …
Continue to the full articleA French Kiss With Death
I have a confession to make: I am twenty-three years old and in all my life, I must admit that I really hadn’t known much about Steve McQueen, other than his leading role in “some racing movie.” What’s even worse is the fact that this is not uncommon today, at least amongst my generation. Luckily, there’s a book that shows the public (and …
Continue to the full articleHow Much Does a Porsche Covered in 40lbs of Gold Cost?
That, remains to be seen. However, if the starting bid is any indication, it's going to take a minimum of $400k and then some. In the past, we've seen other Porsches covered in gold, we've even seen Porsches covered in tweed and camouflage. However, we've never seen one of these "blinged" out gems for sale, until now that is. …
Continue to the full articleHow a Porsche Can Help You Get Well After an Accident
By now, I'm sure most of you are aware of Sir Stirling Moss's "lift incident" where he stepped into the elevator (made out of Carbon Fiber no less) in his home only to find himself suddenly and surprisingly falling three floors to the bottom after the lift itself decided to stop on the floor above. As gracious and in good humor as ever, Sir Moss …
Continue to the full articlePorsche to Help Cure Cancer
You're probably familiar with the idea of Porsches being auctioned for charity, but how about luxury watches owned by members of the Porsche family themselves? According to a recent post on Philanthropy UK, members of the Porsche family donated 49 watches to be sold by London based auctioneer Bonhams with all proceeds to benefit the Oncology …
Continue to the full articlePorsche Motorsport Newsletter 2009: Volume 7
If you’re not able to keep up with each Porsche Motorsport post here on FlatSixes.com and would prefer a brief synopsis of what’s happening in the world of Porsche Motorsport, there is no better way to stay in touch than by reviewing the monthly Porsche Motorsport Newsletter. Filled with interesting facts and figures about past and upcoming races, …
Continue to the full articleOwn a Piece of Le Mans, Hollywood and Porsche History all at the same Time
History will show that Steve McQueen was known to most Porsche fans as much more than a Hollywood movie star. McQueen was a race car driver, motorsport enthusiast extraordinaire, and perhaps more importantly, the man behind the iconic and legendary film "Le Mans" that brought "Hollywood to motor racing". Some of the best know and most popular …
Continue to the full articleLeave it to Beaver’s Porsche for sale on eBay
Want a Porsche with a celebrity past but can't afford to pay the price that comes with a Seinfeld, Beckham, Rodman, Ralph Lauren or Metallica provenance? No worries, your opportunity awaits on eBay. This 1982 Porsche 911 Carrera SC Targa was once owned by Gerry Mathers, that's right, the Beaver himself. I spoke with the owners today and here's …
Continue to the full articleHow a Porsche 928 Saved a Life and Influenced a Career
I purchased my last Porsche from Michael Willhoit a little over two years ago (that's a picture of it below). Since that time Michael and I have become friendly and he even agreed to sponsor our site (hence his advertisement to the right over there). The other night we got to talking shop and I asked him about all the Porsche 928s he has listed …
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