Classic cars

Porsche 911 parked beside coast

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
Man exits cockpit of dark green Porsche 911 (type 997.1)

How to buy your first Porsche 911

When you grow up in California, seeing a Porsche on the road is a common sight. Add in a 911-owning uncle and it’s no wonder that Shadon Hamedani became so fixated that he’s now got one of his very own
Classic Porsche 911 in orange

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
Man standing in front of a vintage yellow Porsche 911

My perfect Porsche: creating the ultimate 911 Turbo S

The creative chief behind the cult Instagram channel talks through his dream car build using the Porsche Car Configurator
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
Minerva Blue classic Porsche 911 with woodland behind

Meet Pixar’s Sally Carrera co-creator Jay Ward and his classic Porsche 911 S

Often found driving his classic G series Porsche 911 S around the Bay Area of northern California, Jay’s encyclopaedic knowledge of vintage automobiles has helped informed the Cars animated film franchise for over 15 years
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
Six Porsche models in front of skyscraper skyline by day

The complete A-Z guide to Porsche terminology

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
991 GTS RS and Cayman GT4 Clubsport in motion on virtual racetrack

The complete list of Porsche cars in Gran Turismo 7

Which Porsche cars can you drive in the new edition of Gran Turismo? Here’s a comprehensive checklist to get you off the starting grid and on your way to unlocking iconic vehicles
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
White-gloved hand taking Porsche crest out of case

The history of the Porsche logo and crest

The Porsche logo is one of the world’s most recognisable brand identities. But did you know that the striking coat of arms first adorned a Porsche in 1952? This is the story of where it all began
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
Green and blue 718 Cayman GT4, couple standing in between

Porsche love stories for Valentine’s Day

Are you a 911 fan in a romantic mood this 14 February? Do you go weak at the knees when a 718 Cayman drives past you? We’ve gathered stories of people who found their true love in a Porsche place
Porsche 917 in Salzburg livery on rooftop in Santorini, Greece

Car photography – 10 Porsche photographers to inspire you

From muted tones and a stripped back approach, to striking images created through editing software and extreme lighting, meet the car photographers who use Porsche as their muse
Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7; 911 (type 992) GT3 RS

The most significant Porsche RS cars

Just two letters, but so much meaning. Let’s take a look at the most significant RS cars Porsche has ever produced
Yellow Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 with ducktail

What is the Porsche 911 ducktail?

Fifty years ago, a new, lightweight 911 with a unique aerodynamic rear wing was unleashed. It was a decision that would determine how many of the fastest Porsche sportscars would look to this day. This is the story of the Porsche 911 ducktail

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
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
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 GT2 RS speeding past crowds at Goodwood track

Porsche events in 2023: what to look forward to

Get ready for another fun, adrenaline-fuelled Porsche year. Here’s the key Porsche events, anniversaries, festivals and moments to get excited about over the next 12 months
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
Porsche Boxster Spyder driving on a mountain road

A New York road trip in a classic Porsche Boxster Spyder

Beyond the skyscrapers of New York City, you’ll find some incredible driving roads
Side view of black Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa

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 911 RSR in pits at 8 Hours of Bahrain

Andy Werner’s guide to racecar livery design

Discover how one man went from designing online virtual motorsport designs for fun to becoming one of the most in-demand livery and helmet designers, including Porsche Le Mans cars and racing helmets for many well-known names
Rear of red Porsche 911 Speedster,  Forza Horizon 5 game

Forza Horizon 5: the complete list of Porsche cars

Race through Mexico in a spectacular range of Porsche cars. This is the complete list of cars available in Forza Horizon 5
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
Side profile 2008 Porsche 911 (997) GT2 against green hill

Why the 997 is set to be a modern Porsche classic

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
Line-up of Porsche model cars on display

Is this the world’s best Porsche model car collection?

Kiwi Zhou, a PR manager at Porsche China, has gathered together one of the biggest stock of model Porsche cars you’ll ever see. He tells us how he got started – and how you can start your own
Shawny Sander looking out of silver Porsche window at camera

A beginner’s guide to restoring a classic Porsche

With a lifelong love for Porsche, but with only a fixed budget to play with, the German musician decided to take on a rebuild project that meant transforming a 911 S into her ultimate car
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
Dog leaning out of car window, reflected in door mirror

How to take your dog on a Porsche road trip

We asked dog-owning Porsche drivers for their top tips on how to travel with your four-legged friends on long journeys
Digitally ehanced image of Porsche 904 on rainy racetrack

How to edit your Porsche car photography

A top automotive digital creator shows us how, with a little time and effort, you can take a standard car photo and edit it into something special
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

Exploring the intersection between cars and art

Creative director of the new Type 7 book, Thomas Walk, believes that you’ll find the same qualities that attract you to a Porsche in beautiful art, photography and buildings

“I just want to have fun”

When you undertake Classic cars training at the Porsche Track Experience, you’ll encounter extraordinary vehicles and passionate owners

A passion for Porsche

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

Pushing boundaries. Breaking glass ceilings

For film stunt driver Sera Trimble there are neither limits nor limitations, just a mighty inner drive – something she shares with the timeless 911
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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
Large line-up of classic Porsche sportscars at show, urban location

The best Porsche events and shows in 2022

Flicking through images of great Porsche cars on Instagram is one of life’s little pleasures. But nothing beats seeing them in the metal – and there’s no better place than one of the many Porsche events that are held across the globe each year. Here are some of the best ones
Porsche 911 with rust-like patina on its bodywork

Porsche unveils Patina Paint To Sample

Patina – the way a vehicle’s paintwork ages – is huge in classic car circles. Now, a hi-tech Porsche innovation means that new car owners can achieve it too
Porsche 911 Sally Special and Cars’ Sally Carrera at night

Porsche x Pixar: meet the real-life Sally Carrera

Inspired by the fun-loving Porsche from the Cars animated film franchise, a unique and fun 911 has been brought to fruition by the movie’s creative design team and the experts at Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur and Style Porsche to help raise funds for charity
View of Porsche 911 (Type 996) through café window

Fitting Fuchs® wheels to a classic Porsche 911

After spending years driving Porsche sportscars in computer games, being driven around in his dad’s Boxster as a teen, and dreaming constantly about owning a 911 (type 996) like the one he saw on his walk to school, Matt Page has achieved his childhood dream, having just fitted Porsche Classic Fuchs® wheels to his very own 996.
Woman enters Porsche 996, green sunlit meadows behind her

Porsche 996 buyer’s guide

The type 996 tore up the 911 script. Bigger, quicker and more accessible than any Porsche sportscar that had gone before, some 25 years after launch, we discover why it’s now a brilliant first step into 911 ownership
Six blue and red Porsche illustrations on light blue background

10 Porsche artists to watch

These skilled artists and illustrators use their passion for Porsche to create wondrous works of automotive art from the surreal to pop art, photorealistic to traditional
Close-up of man reading classic Porsche car repair manual

What is a Porsche Classic Factory Restoration?

When it comes to a restoration, no one does it quite like Porsche Classic Factory Restoration, says its manager, Uwe Makrutzki. With its team of highly qualified craftspeople, you’re in the very best of hands, he tells us
Porsche 963 LMDh racecar on start line before Goodwood Hillclimb

Porsche highlights from the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed

Home of the famous Goodwood Hillclimb, it’s one of the automotive events of the year as thousands of fans, a legion of incredible cars and stars of the track head to the English countryside for a weekend to remember. Porsche was there in force with some special cars
Close up of Type 7 Porsche book

7 of the best Porsche books you can buy

Whether you are a lover of Porsche history, enjoy hearing stories about how the cars were developed and made or just want to look at beautifully-shot Porsche cars – often in extraordinary locations – there’s a Porsche book for you here
Guards Red and Racing Yellow Porsche cars in front of building

8 of the most iconic Porsche car colours

From Guards Red to Racing Yellow, Irish Green to Miami Blue, journey to the end of the rainbow to find out about famed Porsche exterior colours
Side profile of Porsche 911 Classic Club Coupe in warehouse

What is the 911 Classic Club Coupe?

The ducktail spoiler of the 911 Carrera RS 2.7. The double bubble roof of the Carrera GT. The iconic look of the 911 Sport Classic. The 911 Classic Club Coupe is an exclusive Porsche sportscar and unique collaboration
A dark green Porsche 911 (964) parked beside a field

Car photographer Richard Pardon: “I’ll never sell my Porsche 911”

Ex-Porsche Formula E official photographer Richard Pardon fulfilled a childhood dream when he bought a Porsche 911 (964)
A man driving a classic Porsche 911

Realising a childhood dream. The photographer with a passion for Porsche and TAG Heuer

Exploring the interplay between cars and watches – a classic combination
Two Porsche sportscars overtaking in front of yellow fields

Light, powerful, fast: how the 911 GT3 is inspired by the Carrera RS 2.7

The wonder of the Porsche 911 GT3 cannot be considered in isolation. Nearly five decades before, the 911 Carrera RS 2.7 was a Porsche sportscar equally at home on both road and racetrack
Two men in vintage Porsche hybrid car

Gamechanger: how Ferdinand Porsche designed the first-ever hybrid car

Hybrid and all-electric cars may feel like a thoroughly modern mobility solution, but the man who founded Porsche was designing battery-powered cars at the turn of the 20th Century
Arena Red Porsche 993 Carrera 4S on Parisian bridge in autumn

How to buy a classic Porsche 911

Teaming up with a friend, Porsche fan Calvin Courjon became the proud owner of a stunning Porsche 993 Carrera 4S in Arena Red
First-generation Cayenne with bike rack next to stack of logs

Off-roading in a Porsche SUV: why it makes a great lifestyle car

Cyclist Sebastian Bentzin powered a winter training session when he got the chance to spend the day with a classic Cayenne. He tells us how the Porsche SUV was not just a cool way to take him to his two-wheeled adventure, but introduced him to the fun of off-roading too
911 S 2.4 Targa and 911 Porsche Design 50th Anniversary Edition

7 Porsche Design products that stunned the world

What is Porsche Design? Explore seven of the brand's standout products – spanning custom-built watches to real estate – from half a century of design magic
Black 911 (996) GT3 on gravel, mountains behind

“My Porsche 996 GT3 has rapidly become a favourite”

When Loren Beggs was 13, he wandered past the first ever Porsche car dealership in the US. A place where road cars were displayed next to their racecar siblings. No surprise, then, that it caused him to fall head over heels for Porsche
Porsche 996 driving in front of rocky Utah scenery

How to go camping with a Porsche

To Brock Keen, the world is one giant camping spot. Thanks to his Porsche 911 and roof tent combo, he’s always guaranteed the ultimate room with a view
Zinmetallic Porsche 911 SC with headlights on

How owning a classic Porsche is a lifetime obsession for one fan

Like many, Mark Koense’s love of Porsche began with a toy model as a child. He would graduate to buying the real thing – several, in fact. But none, he says, made quite as lasting an impression as a 1982 911 SC
Porsche 356, headlights on, driving up underground car park ramp

The world’s most spectacular garages for Porsche cars

These dream homes have something that little bit extra. Not only have they designed their garage as a feature in itself, but they also have a Porsche to put into them. Here are five homes for sportscars that make a real statement
Artist marks reflective lines on white 964 Porsche with tape

How I created a Porsche art car

From art cars to art walls, the world is Hanna Schönwald’s canvas. Discover what inspires the industrial designer and artist to use classic cars like a Porsche 911 (964) as her mediums
Sunset view of Porsche models next to the sea

What do Porsche model names mean?

From miniature crocs to epic South American races – as well as more down-to-earth reasons – discover the stories behind the names given to each of the current Porsche models
CGI Porsche 996 with swan head floating on water

Porsche art: 10 trailblazing digital artists

From vibrant cars bursting with colours to the humorous and surreal, we showcase the new breed of exciting digital Porsche artists and their incredible artwork
Man lounging on leather sofa in stylish Porsche garage

How to give your garage a Porsche makeover

Transform your garage or favourite room and display your Porsche passion. The Soul Garage is full of essential products and it’s open for business now
7500km driving north

7500km around the ice-covered Baltic in a 924

Meet David Zu Elfe, a modern-day Odysseus who took his trusty Porsche daily driver on a mammoth adventure trip into the beautiful snow-covered wilderness of northern Europe
A man ordering parts from the Porsche ORIGINALE catalogue

Why genuine classic car parts from Porsche matter: an expert’s guide

Care for your classic Porsche? This is why it’s important you use genuine parts
Woman leaning on 911 Turbo, ocean and lifeguard post behind

“It’s not just a drive, it’s an experience”

For International Women’s Day, five Porsche drivers tell us about their love of driving, their passion for their cars and what owning a Porsche means to them
Side view of blue first-generation Porsche Cayenne with body decals

Why the first-generation Porsche Cayenne is a true gamechanger

The first-generation Cayenne is reshaping our vision of a classic Porsche. Learn how it rewrote the rule books and the ways in which Porsche Classic is now helping owners individualise this groundbreaking SUV
White 1983 911 being tucked under a Porsche car cover

Winter care for your classic Porsche

On a scenic autumn drive from Milan to Lake Como, furniture and interior designer, Tommaso Spinzi, explains the joy of owning a classic Porsche 911 and shares his tips on laying it down for the winter
Porsche 356 pulling into garage next to stack of tyres

Porsche passion: talking restorations and classic cars with expert Tom Gädtke

Marking the launch of the latest Porsche Classic catalogue, ORIGINALE 07, Tom Gädtke lifts his garage door to talk vehicle restoration and the joy of cherishing tangible objects
Man leans against bright yellow classic Porsche 911 RSR

What’s it like to live with a classic Porsche?

A classic Porsche inspires devotion like little else. Just ask Frank Cassidy. His company provides a location for Porsche restorers, enthusiasts and events, attracting fans from the UK and beyond. He explains why owning one is such a rewarding experience
Rear half of Carrera GT peeking out from behind buildings

The Porsche Carrera GT: a classic sports car, inspired by Le Mans

Timeless qualities and cutting-edge technology make this carbon-fibre, mid-engined super car a true gamechanger
Woman sits in green Porsche 911 with palm trees behind

How I fell in love with classic 911s

For Lara, aka @thatporschegirl, a classic Porsche means many things. She tells us how she keeps hers fit for the road and why owning one is changing perceptions about Porsche drivers
David Gandy peers through open window into car

A model example: David Gandy’s lifelong love of classic cars

He is one of the world’s most recognisable models. But David Gandy also has a love for cars that can be traced back to his early childhood
Man in white T-shirt leans against Porsche 964 Carrera

For the love of the 911: a passion ignited

The connection between a father and son is always special. But to Philipp M Hohenthanner, that bond went beyond that. He tells us how his dad’s love of Porsche has led Philipp to a life that celebrates the magic of the 911
Yellow 1973 911 T and silver 1973 911 parked alongside

Twice as nice: the tale of two classic Porsche 911 sports cars

When Markus, a long-time Porsche owner from Mannheim, Germany wanted to treat himself to a birthday present, he began hunting for a classic 911 from the year of his birth. And then he wanted another…
Man entering green 718 Boxster GTS 4.0, pine trees behind

Porsche heritage: the story of the iconic 718

718 is more than a number. It stands for winning, excellence and performance. And the name of a game-changing race car that’s inspired two acclaimed modern Porsche sports cars. This is its story
Porsche parked in woods with tent on roof, dog inside

A classic Porsche adventure. Just add tent

When Brock Keen decided to leave the corporate life behind, little did he realise that his love of Porsche cars and the great outdoors would combine in such spectacular fashion
People gathered around a redesigned green Porsche 968

Timeless car design: L’Art de L’Automobile x Porsche

Taking inspiration from the past, informed by the world today and with a bold vision for the future, Arthur Kar presents a lesson in evocative, timeless car design with the Porsche 968 L’ART
The Porsche 911 turbo from Cyberpunk 2077

Porsche design and Cyberpunk 2077: turbo unlocked

How the Porsche 911 Turbo became the name of the game for one of the world’s most hyped releases
Burgundy Red Porsche 912 (F model) by water

Buying a classic Porsche: the 912 that found me

There’s something about growing up with a Porsche in your family that forges an unbreakable link. For one classic Porsche 912 owner, it even had the power to be part of the healing process after a serious family illness
Rusted, old-timer Porsche 718 replica in silver

Old love never rusts: an everlasting classic Porsche story

Sometimes, things we thought we’d lost can have a funny way of finding their way back to us. Just ask 911 owner Matthew Kanniah, who found that a blast from the past became quite the Porsche reunion
Hans Herrmann drives his Porsche 550 Spyder at Carrera Panamericana

The wild event that shaped Porsche and TAG Heuer’s racing experience

As the two luxury brands launch a new watch together, we find out how a notorious Mexican road race inspired them both

The boat inspired by timeless Porsche design

The definition of timeless design is one that endures, decade after decade. In the case of one Porsche model, it led one Greek boat maker to build a head-turning, sea-faring homage to the iconic 356
LEGO Porsche 911 Targa rear three-quarters view

LEGO and Porsche: the art of selling desire

The 1960s to 1980s were a golden age for print advertising – including Porsche. With LEGO recreating a number of standout Porsche ads from yesteryear for its new LEGO 911 model, we shine a light on their original incarnations