Porsche 911 Sport Classic 408hp

Porsche has been building limited-edition 911s almost as long as it has been building the rear-engined wundercar, and the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show will see the launch of yet another. The new 911 Sport Classic you see before you has been tweaked by Stuttgart's Porsche Exclusive in-house customizing department, and suddenly our upcoming trip to Germany looks a lot brighter.

Fortunately for enthusiasts, when Porsche says special, they mean it – this far more than just a tape and body kit job. Changes to the Sport Classic Grey model start at the nose with a revised fascia and take off from there. Up top, the roof panel receives a double-bubble treatment: a pair of domes above the driver and passenger with a channel down the middle. At the rear, the ducktail spoiler from the legendary the Carrera RS 2.7 makes its first appearance on a modern 911 and is flanked by even wider rear fenders to enclose the SC's extended track.

Porsche has seen fit to include some mechanical goodness as well. Under that charismatic ducktail, a new intake manifold with flaps that control the runner lengths adds 23 horsepower to the normally aspirated flat-six, bringing the headcount to 403. Carbon ceramic brakes are enclosed in special Fuchs-style 19-inch wheels designed that evoke the last 911SC of the late Seventies and early Eighties, and the whole package lurks closer to the ground thanks to the inclusion of PASM sport suspension.

The interior hasn't been ignored either, with various bits being finished in Espresso Nature natural leather and the use of new materials to the marque, including woven leather/yarn seat panels.

Of course, also following firmly in company tradition is the Sport Classic's premium price. Just 250 examples will be built and we don't imagine Porsche will have any trouble clearing its decks – even though it is priced at a tidy €169,300 ($240,702 USD) – before any applicable value added taxes. It may be extraordinarily dear, but we still want one in the worst way. It isn't immediately clear if the 911 SC will be made available in the U.S., but either way, Porsche is seemingly aware that we don't have that many spare samoleans rolling around in our bank accounts. As such, Porsche Design Driver's Selection has thoughtfully developed a line of accessories inspired by the new SC, including a polo shirt, cap, a 1:43 scale diecast, and – wait for it – a personalized lanyard. Perhaps we can afford one of those.

Source: autoblog.com

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PRESS RELEASE:

 

The 911 Sport Classic – Exclusive for 250 Fans of the 911

 

Stuttgart. Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, has refined the DNA of the 911 to what must be the most supreme standard of class and style in the 911 Sport Classic available to a strictly limited number of very special 911 enthusiasts. Creating this unique model, Porsche is bringing back the tradition of exclusive small series built in very small numbers. The 911 Sport Classic will be presented at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show and is limited in production to just 250 cars.

 

This very special 911 from Porsche Exclusive has been developed over a project period of about three years, with lots of love for detail, catering especially for the most demanding group of genuine aficionados. Porsche Exclusive is Porsche's Specialist Department for the most outstanding customised versions of Porsche cars going beyond even the highest standard of the Company's regular production models.

 

The unique character of this very special 911 comes out at very first sight in the newly developed double-dome roof. A further highlight of this sports car based on the rear-wheel-drive Carrera S is the wider rear body up by 44 millimetres or 1.73" and the wider track on the rear axle. The striking SportDesign front apron with its unique spoiler lip and the rear spoiler fixed in position like the legendary ducktail on the 1973 Carrera RS 2.7 round off the unmistakable look of the 911 Sport Classic. Power comes from Porsche's 3.8-litre with Direct Fuel Injection, increased in this case, also through the introduction of a newly developed resonance intake manifold with six vacuum-controlled switching flaps, by 23 bhp to 408 horsepower for even more outstanding performance.

 

The 911 Sport Classic comes exclusively with a six-speed manual gearbox. PCCB Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes ideally reflecting the sporting character of this exclusive 911, PASM sports suspension lowering the entire car by 20 mm or 0.79", as well as the mechanical rear axle differential and custom-made 19-inch wheels with their rim star painted black all come together to offer a perfect match for the character of this most exclusive car.

 

The very special, highly sophisticated interior of the 911 Sport Classic bears powerful testimony to one of the core competences of Porsche Exclusive and is characterised by new materials never used before even by Porsche. One example is woven leather made up of smooth leather strips and woven yarn featured on the seat centrepieces of the newly designed adaptive sports seats complete with light-grey piping and on the door panels.

 

The dashboard including a wide range of inserts and add-on components is finished in Espresso Nature natural leather, providing a distinctive contrast to the exclusive body paint in Sport Classic Grey.

 

Marking the introduction of this special limited edition model, Porsche Design Driver´s Selection is likewise introducing a range of new andThe 911 Sport Classic – Exclusive for 250 Fans of the 911

 

Stuttgart. Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, has refined the DNA of the 911 to what must be the most supreme standard of class and style in the 911 Sport Classic available to a strictly limited number of very special 911 enthusiasts. Creating this unique model, Porsche is bringing back the tradition of exclusive small series built in very small numbers. The 911 Sport Classic will be presented at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show and is limited in production to just 250 cars.

 

This very special 911 from Porsche Exclusive has been developed over a project period of about three years, with lots of love for detail, catering especially for the most demanding group of genuine aficionados. Porsche Exclusive is Porsche's Specialist Department for the most outstanding customised versions of Porsche cars going beyond even the highest standard of the Company's regular production models.

 

The unique character of this very special 911 comes out at very first sight in the newly developed double-dome roof. A further highlight of this sports car based on the rear-wheel-drive Carrera S is the wider rear body up by 44 millimetres or 1.73" and the wider track on the rear axle. The striking SportDesign front apron with its unique spoiler lip and the rear spoiler fixed in position like the legendary ducktail on the 1973 Carrera RS 2.7 round off the unmistakable look of the 911 Sport Classic. Power comes from Porsche's 3.8-litre with Direct Fuel Injection, increased in this case, also through the introduction of a newly developed resonance intake manifold with six vacuum-controlled switching flaps, by 23 bhp to 408 horsepower for even more outstanding performance.

 

The 911 Sport Classic comes exclusively with a six-speed manual gearbox. PCCB Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes ideally reflecting the sporting character of this exclusive 911, PASM sports suspension lowering the entire car by 20 mm or 0.79", as well as the mechanical rear axle differential and custom-made 19-inch wheels with their rim star painted black all come together to offer a perfect match for the character of this most exclusive car.

 

The very special, highly sophisticated interior of the 911 Sport Classic bears powerful testimony to one of the core competences of Porsche Exclusive and is characterised by new materials never used before even by Porsche. One example is woven leather made up of smooth leather strips and woven yarn featured on the seat centrepieces of the newly designed adaptive sports seats complete with light-grey piping and on the door panels.

 

The dashboard including a wide range of inserts and add-on components is finished in Espresso Nature natural leather, providing a distinctive contrast to the exclusive body paint in Sport Classic Grey.

 

Marking the introduction of this special limited edition model, Porsche Design Driver´s Selection is likewise introducing a range of new and very special products at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The limited edition AluFrame Trolley as well as a polo-shirt, a cap and a personalised lanyard take up the colour concept of the 911 Sport Classic, and in good time for the introduction of the new car a top-quality 1:43 model will also be available.

 

Sales of the Porsche 911 Sport Classic are starting in January 2010. The Euro base price of the car without value-added tax and national specifications is Euro 169,300.-.

 

 

The retail price and market launch date vary by region or country. Please contact the Porsche PR Manager of your country in order to receive country-specific information. very special products at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The limited edition AluFrame Trolley as well as a polo-shirt, a cap and a personalised lanyard take up the colour concept of the 911 Sport Classic, and in good time for the introduction of the new car a top-quality 1:43 model will also be available.

 

Sales of the Porsche 911 Sport Classic are starting in January 2010. The Euro base price of the car without value-added tax and national specifications is Euro 169,300.-.

 

 

The retail price and market launch date vary by region or country. Please contact the Porsche PR Manager of your country in order to receive country-specific information.

Why in gods name would you want that over any of the other models priced cheaper!?

I like everything, but the vents on the bottom of the front bumper and possibly the rims.... any side profile shots?

The rims are kind of modern knockoffs of the old cookie cutters from back in the day. I like how they kept some of the old styling from the old SC, but I just cant get over the price. I know its limited, but it doesnt have as much power as the new GT3, so why the 100G price increase? For the addition of a double bubble roof and a different spoiler?

The rims are kind of modern knockoffs of the old cookie cutters from back in the day. I like how they kept some of the old styling from the old SC, but I just cant get over the price. I know its limited, but it doesnt have as much power as the new GT3, so why the 100G price increase? For the addition of a double bubble roof and a different spoiler?

 

Those are basically the old Fuchs wheels on the old Porsches. Looks like they took aftermarket parts and stock parts from other cars and came up with this, made it limited edition and bumped the hp up a little bit. Front bumper = 997TT, rear bumper = 997 GT3.

Absolutely love it but it costs more than a GT2 and I know which one I rather have.

Herbie is back, rakjoe will love it!

 

I like it but I definitely do not like the price. More than a GT2, is that a joke?

my uncle who distributes porsche in our country mentioned about this car. i just couldn't fathom the idea of plunking that much for a 911 -crazy crazy price. i'd rather have the balboni for a little bit more. and its a lambo that can perform.

Herbie is back, rakjoe will love it!

 

I like it but I definitely do not like the price. More than a GT2, is that a joke?

 

Rakjoe hates the dirty little tricks Porsche is using to create "exclusivity" and jack up the price.

This car would be cool if Porsche did what they did (When they were still focused on making sweet sports cars) in the early 90's with the RSA (for the US).

Take a regular C2, give it some aero, suspension and interior upgrades along with a small diet and sell if for less than the regular C2.

Selling a car that will not come close to a regular GT3 in any performance category you throw at it for over $100k more than the GT3 is just plain stupid.

There are 250 fools out there that will fork out the $ for the "exclusivity". What a joke. Very cool car, but not for over $100k IMO.

Price is high for sure. But I really like it. I just finished reading a book about Porsche's history and was just saying to myself the other day; "It would be cool if porsche paid homage to the early porsches". And bam, there it is. Love how they gave it the "duck bill" and the interior fabric. The rims I am not decided on untill I see a side view. They look ok from what I can see here but that can always change. If I had the money kicking around I would look into one. As far as the price, and I may be placing a hit on my head for this but to me, its the same deal as the reventon. Yes you did get more power and very original exterior for sure but it to had a ridiculously high price and all were purchased. Its a car for the afficianados and long time fans. I don't think there will be a problem selling them. And a quick side note as well. The new 2million dollar Aston. Ridiculous price but it will still sell because there are Big Aston lovers that have big Aston Martin sized pokets. Wow really carried on there. Sorry.

Love it, really love the Fuchs, but the price is a joke!

Price is high for sure. But I really like it. I just finished reading a book about Porsche's history and was just saying to myself the other day; "It would be cool if porsche paid homage to the early porsches". And bam, there it is. Love how they gave it the "duck bill" and the interior fabric. The rims I am not decided on untill I see a side view. They look ok from what I can see here but that can always change. If I had the money kicking around I would look into one. As far as the price, and I may be placing a hit on my head for this but to me, its the same deal as the reventon. Yes you did get more power and very original exterior for sure but it to had a ridiculously high price and all were purchased. Its a car for the afficianados and long time fans. I don't think there will be a problem selling them. And a quick side note as well. The new 2million dollar Aston. Ridiculous price but it will still sell because there are Big Aston lovers that have big Aston Martin sized pokets. Wow really carried on there. Sorry.

 

I dont think you can compare the one 77 to this seeing that the one 77 is miles beyond anything else aston offers. Yes its obscenely priced, but at least it isnt a lesser, or even model to something with a far lower price!

I love that car!!! I love the adds to it, but the price is ridiculous for sure. This car is along the lines of the last special edition Carrera they built for the 40th Anniversary. I can see a 115k car or something close to that, but 240k, go pound sand. I do love the Fuchs style wheels. They look really cool to me but then again I always love them previously also. Also of note, those were not the "cookie cutter" wheels that you mentioned. The cookie cutters were hideous and mostly found on the 944 but did find there way to some 911's also.

i love the car, but for 140k!! not 240k!!!

We don't have to worry about pricing. US won't be getting it.

And quick note. $300,000 and they can't even give me a 1:18 scale model. I've thought about it and I think the price is silly. You know what would be nice. A invitation to come drive your new over priced beatle on the Ring for a day and make a whole event out of it. That would entice a few people I think.

Why in gods name would you want that over any of the other models priced cheaper!?

 

 

Rakjoe hates the dirty little tricks Porsche is using to create "exclusivity" and jack up the price.

 

 

Haha i was just going to answer "Exclusivity factor", you nailed it on the head.

 

But it's a cool looking car, and that interior is GORGEOUS. Dunno if the price is worth THAT much, but beautiful nonetheless.