Keep in mind the entire pleasure surrounding the launch of the Porsche 911 R particular version 5 years in the past? Nicely, prepare for one more spherical as Porsche has new specials coming for its present 992-generation 911.
We have already noticed prototypes for a automotive that looks like a modern 911 Sport Classic, the clear giveaway being the outstanding ducktail spoiler. The distinctive rear spoiler was first featured on the legendary 1973 Carrera RS 2.7 homologation particular, and it was additionally used for 2010’s 911 Sport Classic.
Motor Trend reported final week that the Sport Basic is only one of not less than three 911 specials within the works. The others are claimed to be a contemporary 911 ST and a fiftieth anniversary model of the aforementioned Carrera RS 2.7. That anniversary is only a bit over 12 months away now.
2022 Porsche 911 Sport Basic spy photographs – Picture credit score: S. Baldauf/SB-Medien
In response to the journal, the Sport Basic will mix a handbook transmission, rear-wheel drive and the 640-hp 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged flat-6 from the present 911 Turbo S. Such a mixture can be a becoming finale before the Turbo gets electrified.
As for the ST, that is claimed to be a stripped-out mannequin for monitor use, identical to the unique of the Seventies. The engine selection right here is claimed to be the 4.0-liter flat-6 of the present 911 GT3, probably spitting out greater than the inventory 502 hp and paired with some retro cues elsewhere on the automotive.
And as for the fiftieth anniversary mannequin, this may also must be a track-focused automotive, because it celebrates the Carrera RS 2.7. Motor Pattern expects it to be based mostly on the present Carrera GTS although we may additionally think about it being based mostly on the upcoming 911 GT3 RS which is due out subsequent yr, and a automotive one may argue is the religious successor to the unique Carrera RS 2.7. Watch this house.
