Beautifully crafted RSR-inspired Porsche
This stunning Twin Turbo RSR began life as a 1975 911S that was stripped to bare metal and fitted with early RSR style steel arches. It was backdated to ‘long bonnet’ specification with subtle custom features such as, a roofline with shaved rain gutters similar to the RUF Yellowbird, R-style taillights, centre-fill bonnet, 934/935 style aero mirrors, and a beautiful ‘Jabroc’ spoiler that protects the fibreglass front valence. An iconic ducktail spoiler was handcrafted to fit over the engine's intercooler and features a massive grill for proper breathing. Once the bodywork was perfected, a one-off colour was created and applied to the entire body shell.
Work on the interior began with the installation of a roll cage to strengthen the body shell for the extra horsepower and provide additional safety protection for the driver. The roll cage was wrapped in leather, as were the hardback sport seats, and nearly every other square inch of the rest of the interior. A unique weave was designed for the seat inserts, door panels, and other accent areas. All interior components were cut by hand. The wood gear knob is a homage to the 917; the gauges were inspired by the beauty of the 356, as well as the early 911, and the vent control panel was restored to match perfectly.
The engine has been increased to 3.8 litres with twin plugs, MoTeC management ignition system, and twin turbos. The engine produces in excess of 600hp. It’s capable of producing much more power, although it’s just not necessary.
Overall its presence and attention to detail is simply stunning and has to be one of the finest custom Porsches ever built. This 1975 Porsche 911 ‘Twin Turbo RSR’ is currently available from European Collectables in California, for more details, click on the link below.
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