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1972 Porsche 914 in Signal Orange on California beach

What is the Porsche 914?

From its unusual history to its intriguing design and enduring legacy, here’s everything you need to know about the charming Porsche 914

7 things you need to know about the new 911 GT3 models

Over a quarter of the century, the 911 GT3 has achieved legendary status. With its combination of motorsport-tested design and maximum performance, it bridges the boundary between racetrack and road. Get to know the newest 911 GT3 editions

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The history of the Porsche 911 GT3

25 years ago, the first 911 GT3 marked a new era for Porsche – and became a sportscar that has evolved into a true icon

Red Porsche 944 parked by sea at golden hour

Life on the road with a classic Porsche 944

To Maciek Skrzyński, driving a classic Porsche is about freedom and non-stop adventure. One that has seen him, his girlfriend and dogs cruise across 12 European countries in their beloved Porsche 944

Man with flower power Porsche 911 art car

Race driver and artist Arthur Mathieu’s flower power Porsche art car

How Arthur Mathieu combined his love for Porsche and art to turn a classic 1974 Porsche 911 3.0 RS into a flower power art car

Close-up of white LEGO Porsche 911 Turbo

Celebrating 50 years of Turbo with LEGO® and Porsche

In 1974, Porsche broke new ground by putting a turbocharged engine into the 911 for the first time. In one of a series of projects to mark its 50th anniversary, Porsche has teamed up with LEGO® and artist Martin Palm in a memorable collaboration

Porsche Style Department trim cards for Louise Piech's 911 Turbo Nr. 1

What is the Porsche tartan collection?

Tartan is a symbol of tradition, craftsmanship and timeless style. But what does a fabric with deep Scottish roots have to do with Porsche? From an exclusive design option on the first 911 Turbo model in 1975 to its role in the latest Porsche Collection, this is the story of tartan at Porsche

What does Porsche Turbo mean to you?

From the 911 to the Taycan, discover the emotion behind the Porsche Turbo – and how it creates a powerful bond between car and driver

Green Porsche 911 G series in parking lot

50 Years of the Porsche Turbo

The word ‘Turbo’ means everything to Porsche. Today, ‘Turbo’ can almost be recognised as a brand of its own – and represents so much more. More than just a car part or just a car, Turbo inspires devotion and emotion

Porsche 930 Turbo with covered car at Monterey Car Week

Porsche at the 2024 Monterey Car Week

For car enthusiasts and collectors, California’s Monterey Car Week is one of the special events of year. From stunning one-offs to futuristic concepts, here are some of the Porsche highlights

Silver Porsche 930 Turbo Slantnose parked

What is the Porsche 930 Turbo Slantnose?

The story of the rare 930 Turbo Slantnose – inspired by the 935 racecar and crafted by engineers from Porsche – that’s now highly sought after

Mark Webber being interviewed in front of a Porsche 911

An interview with… Mark Webber

Porsche Brand Ambassador, nine-time F1 Grand Prix race winner and former FIA World Endurance Champion Mark Webber is a motorsport powerhouse. He reveals his love for Porsche, his own personal Porsche collection and bucket list road trips

Man leaning on Porsche 912 car with field in background

What is the Porsche 912?

The 912 was conceived as a more affordable version of the first-generation 911 when it went on sale in 1965. One proud owner today explains why he loves his classic Porsche sportscar

Porsche 911 sculpture, with Porsche Museum in background

Where is the Porsche Museum?

Travel through time and discover the history of Porsche at its Stuttgart museum, via its unique collection of legendary sportscars, racecars and prototypes

Porsche Taycan script nameplate on rear of car

How to pronounce Porsche Taycan

Tai-ken? Tie-kahn? Or maybe it’s something else entirely? With this handy guide, you can learn how to say Taycan the Porsche way

The story of the 959: the brilliant classic Porsche supercar that’s still a benchmark

The 959 was a car bursting with innovative technology that rewrote the rulebooks. A car capable of a top speed of just shy of 320km/h. In 1986. This is the tale of a bona fide legend

Close-up of Porsche Pepita fabric on car seat

The story of the famous Porsche Pepita fabric

It’s not just a celebrated Porsche design classic, it’s also one of the most famous patterns in the automotive world, with many decades of history. This is the story of the legendary Pepita fabric

Classic 1964 Porsche 911 and 911 Carrera 4S (type 992)

How much is a Porsche 911?

The Porsche 911 is one of the greatest sportscars ever made. Find out how much the 911 costs and other important facts

Who owns Porsche?

Most people know that Porsche is named after its founder, Ferdinand A. Porsche. But who owns one of the best-known carmakers in the world today?

Man next to green Porsche 911 Targa, ocean in background

Why Hollywood stuntman Riley Harper loves his classic Porsche 911 Targa

Los Angeles-based stuntman and photographer Riley Harper on his classic 911, the joy of family road trips and California’s vibrant Porsche community

Man crossed arms leaning on Porsche in snow, mountain backdrop

What is the F.A.T. Ice Race? Ferdi Porsche reveals all

The story of how Ferdi Porsche revived the tradition of holding motorsport races on a frozen Austrian lake – and all about its new event in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains

Porsche 917/20 in Pink Pig livery at Le Mans

What is the Porsche Pink Pig?

The Pink Pig racing livery started life as a bit of an in-joke – but the car itself was a serious competitor. Today, it lives on in Le Mans-winning cars and even a kitesurf sail design

Collage of some top Porsche social media moments of 2023

The top Porsche social moments of 2023

Our creative community captures the essence of Porsche via beautiful, awe-inspiring cars and breathtaking landscapes

Two women with classic brown Porsche 911 Targa at dusk

A Porsche 911 love story that spans generations

Yoko, a Porsche owner in LA, and Kyoko, a young neighbour who grew up admiring her 911 Targa, with a tale of memories and friendship, dedication and community

Silver Porsche 918 Spyder driving down a mountain road

Speed list: the 10 fastest-accelerating Porsche

911, Panamera, Taycan, 918 Spyder? From naturally aspirated to hybrid to all-electric, here are the 10 fastest road cars in Porsche history

Three Porsche hypercars lined up on cobbled square, noses showing

Five of the greatest Porsche hypercars, from the Carrera GT to the 918

The hypercar is the very zenith of automotive high performance. From the legendary Carrera GT to the 918 Spyder, these dynamic Porsche hypercar models have redefined what’s possible when it comes to fast cars

Woman standing next to a red classic Porsche 911

Caring for a classic Porsche car

Meet Stacey Chandler, a technical trainer teaching the next generation of Porsche Classic technicians, who tells us about ORIGINALE magazine and her tips to keep a Porsche in top condition

Man standing in front of Porsche 911 in Guards Red

My first Porsche: New York barber’s Guards Red 911

When Richard Mendoza was a boy growing up in New York City, he’d watch his grandfather fixing cars. After forging a successful career cutting hair, he tells us how it led him to buying his own classic 911

Man wearing glasses sitting on bonnet of classic Porsche 911

The New Yorker who saved for 22 years to buy a classic Porsche 911

Hector Espinal spent 22 years in the US Navy. His retiring gift to himself? A classic Porsche 911, which he lovingly restored

Rear of two Porsche 550 Spyder cars on Großglockner Pass

A history of the iconic Porsche Spyder name

For Porsche, the Spyder name is special. From debuting with the ground-breaking Porsche 550 racecar that won the Carrera Panamericana and Targa Florio to today’s record-breaking 718 Spyder RS, let’s go for a spin through Porsche history

People and Porsche cars outside F.A.T. Mankei, Grossglockner Pass, Austria

What is F.A.T. Mankei?

Over 2200m up Austria’s highest mountain is an all-new version of a venue that’s been serving motorists driving up one of the world’s great roads for years

Woman walks past garage doors revealing several Porsche 911 sportscars

Is this the world’s best private Porsche collection?

Californian Lisa Taylor has built up an impressive collections of new and classic Porsche cars – racing them, showing them and sharing her love for them

Porsche 911 Dakar driving across rugged terrain

8 legendary Porsche 4x4 cars

When asked to name an off-road Porsche, most people will say the Cayenne – but the company has experience making 4x4 vehicles for decades. Here’s eight standouts from 75 years of Porsche in 2023

Everything you ever wanted to know about the Porsche 944

With its pop-up headlights, exciting curves and hatchback design, the Porsche 944 made headlines in the 1980s and is now a highly attractive entry into classic Porsche ownership

Silver Porsche 911 Targa 4S on road in Sicily

A Sicily road trip with Targa Florio winner Gijs van Lennep

On the Porsche Experience Sicily, the Dutch motor racing great revisits the scene of one of his greatest triumphs on a tour around a true jewel of the Mediterranean

Close-up of gold Porsche 911 numbers on car dashboard

The most iconic Porsche numbers

From the launch of is first-ever sportscar in 1948, numbers have been important to Porsche. From landmark years to the names of models, record-breaking lap times and more, here are some of the most notable ones

Harry Metcalfe with his Guards Red 930 Turbo S

Automotive journalist Harry Metcalfe on how to become a Porsche collector

How the car magazine publisher and automotive YouTuber went from running a farm to turning his love for fast cars into a career

Mirage and Optimus Prime in Transformers: Rise of the Beasts

What Porsche is in Transformers: Rise of the Beasts?

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, the latest in the Transformers franchise, features the Autobot Mirage – a 911 Carrera RS 3.8 (type 964). Here’s how a classic Porsche sportscar was turned into a movie star

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What is the Porsche 964? Six things you need to know

When the 911 (type 964) appeared at the end of the 1980s, it introduced advanced driving and aerodynamic technology that paved the way for all future models. Today it’s one of the most loved of all 911 models

Six things you need to know about the Porsche 911 (type 997)

The 997 is now a classic Porsche. Time for a walk down memory lane to discover what a legend this 911 was

Colour pencil design sketch of rear view of Porsche Boxster

It started with a sketch

When Grant Larson first put pen to paper on the Porsche Boxster, he couldn’t have envisaged the impact it would have. Here, he and Porsche designers past and present tell the story of a car that 25 years ago set the company on a glorious new adventure

A brief history of the Porsche 911

It’s a big year for the 911 – in 2023, it’s 60 years old. Dive into our guide on a sportscar that continues to define pure driving enjoyment

View of line of Porsche 911 sportscars and rear wings

The greatest Porsche spoilers and rear wings

Spoiler alert: Porsche rear wings add much more than just drama – their many innovative designs have helped to boost the performance of Porsche cars on both road and track. Discover some of the all-time greats

Stripped-down Porsche 959 with doors removed in a photo studio

How to restore a classic Porsche 959 Paris-Dakar rally car

Nearly four decades after three unique Porsche race cars shocked the world of motorsport with its rallying success, discover how one of them has been fully recommissioned by Porsche engineers

Close-up of rear of black Porsche Taycan 4S

Do you know how to pronounce Porsche properly?

One syllable or two? Check out our guide on how to precisely say the Porsche name, and soon you will be pronouncing it like a seasoned pro

Six Porsche models in front of skyscraper skyline by day

The complete A-Z guide to Porsche names

Why go from A to B when you can explore Porsche from A to Z – or should we say air-cooled to Zuffenhausen? Brush up on your Porsche facts with our alphabetical rundown

Cars outside garage: Porsche 911 Carrera Panamericana Special and 356 S Cabriolet

Discover the one-off Porsche 911 inspired by the legendary Panamericana road race

With the one-of-a-kind 911 Carrera Panamericana Special, Porsche pays homage to the 356 S Cabriolet that marked the company’s debut in an infamous Mexican road race that would write its name in history

Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet (type 996) driving through fallen leaves

How to look after a classic Porsche 911 daily driver

To these classic Porsche 911 owners, their cars are to be driven and not locked away. Whether your car is used for racing or road trips, choosing a Porsche Classic Partner to maintain it – and using official Porsche Classic parts – is key

Porsche 911 in blue wrap, man kneeling next to it

The ultimate Porsche 911 US road trip

Brad Danger has been a 911 fan for as long as he can remember. And when he finally bought one, it would prove the catalyst for a fantastic adventure

Porsche 911 Classic Club Coupe in dark, industrial warehouse

Creating custom Porsche cars with the Sonderwunsch (special request) programme

You dream it. They build it. The Porsche Sonderwunsch (special request) arm of the Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur and Porsche Classic departments take personalisation to the highest level. Almost anything is possible when it comes to creating a custom Porsche

Rear three-quarters view of Porsche 918 on a racetrack

How much is a Porsche 918 Spyder?

Porsche has made many outstanding sportscars – but few, if any, can match, this hybrid-powered supercar. With its lightweight construction, innovative power unit and mind-blowing performance, it left the world reaching for superlatives. We explore its history and legacy

Is the Porsche 917 the greatest racing car of all time?

From securing Porsche its debut Le Mans win to incredible speed records and North American victories, this is the story of the 917. One that conquered the world, made history and been an inspiration for Porsche motorsport ever since – including today’s Porsche 963 race car

1967 Porsche 911 S 2.0 Coupe beside aeroplane

What are Porsche Fuchs wheels?

In 1965, a brand-new wheel was presented for the 911 S, the sportiest version of the soon-to-be iconic car. The five-spoke design would eventually achieve legendary status of its own – and to this day remains one of the go-to wheels for classic Porsche 911 owners everywhere

Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 4x4 Paris Dakar (953) on course

The story of how a Porsche 911 won the 1984 Paris-Dakar rally

For its new 911 Dakar, Porsche was inspired by a car that nearly four decades ago shocked motorsport by winning the world’s greatest long-distance off-road event. We pay tribute to a truly remarkable vehicle

Restored Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa parked outside modern house

How Porsche Classic restored a 50-year-old 911 Targa

Signed by F.A. Porsche, finished in his preferred colour of black, and two years in the making, this unique restoration project pays homage to the 50th anniversary of Porsche Design

Porsche 956 speeding along racetrack, background blurred

How the Porsche 956 became an endurance racing legend

From Nürburgring records to Le Mans victory, the 956 dominated the racing world for more than a decade. This is the story of how engineering innovation way ahead of its time helped create one of the world’s most successful racing cars

Why the 997 is set to be a modern classic Porsche

Belgium-based 911 fan LEM – aka Maxime Lecluse – and his father own three 911 sportscars between them – and two more Porsche SUVs besides, including a classic Cayenne S. He tells of a love for Porsche that burned slowly and then exploded, leading to a life of roadtrips and racetracks

Grand Prix White and Green Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7

The remarkable story of the Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7

The ducktail spoiler. Those iconic wide wheel arches. The debut of the Carrera nameplate. Germany’s fastest production car. Fifty years ago, a genre-defining Porsche legend was born in the shape of the Carrera RS 2.7

Nick Heidfeld standing behind white Porsche 959 S

Nick Heidfeld’s glorious and rare Porsche 959 S restoration

This Porsche 959 S is one of only 29 ever made. Giving it the new lease of life it deserved, Porsche Classic jumped onboard to restore the gamechanging car back to factory condition

Interior of car, woman driving Porsche 911 cabriolet on road

The history of Porsche two-door sportscars

From the 356, the first-ever Porsche, to the latest 911, every two-door Porsche sportscar has been underpinned by a desire to deliver excitement and a passion for driving

Red Porsche 911 Turbo speeding around bend of racetrack

25 years of 996: 7 facts about the iconic Porsche 911 model

At the time of its release in 1997, the fifth generation of the Porsche 911 reset how the iconic sportscar looked. Today, the 996 is highly sought after. Here is its story

7 things you might not know about the Porsche Cayenne

Two decades ago, Porsche stunned the world with its first-ever SUV. Let’s look back at the fascinating stories behind this gamechanging car

Woman with classic Porsche 911 Targa in a workshop

What is the best engine oil for my classic Porsche?

Prevention is always better than a cure – and that’s certainly true when it comes to looking after your engine. Choose the right engine oil for your classic Porsche car and it’ll help prolong its lifespan for more happy motoring

A passion for Porsche

Holidays spent in the family 911 ignited Catharina Allaert’s love for Porsche. It’s one that endures

Analogue never dies

To Johannes Huwe, ‘throwaway’ culture is nonsensical and obscene. From classic cars to cameras to clothing, he celebrates the enduring attraction and practicality of time-honoured craftsmanship

Capturing timeless minimalism

One man’s passion for photography and affection for Porsche has led to a labour of love becoming a beautiful, elegant celebration of the 911 in print