2019 Porsche 935/19 $44,000 extensive factory spares and accessories package, including set of wheels, brake rotors and pads, and auxiliary equipment Full bespoke carbon fiber bodywork, paying tribute to the Porsche 935/78 âMoby Dickâ 3.8L twin-turbo flat 6 engine, 700HP 7-speed dual clutch PDK transmission, RWD With the Porsche 917K being sunsetted due to new FIA regulations for 1972, the German automaker looked to the Porsche 911 as the future foundation for its next generation turbo endurance racer. Beginning with the Porsche Turbo RSR, 934, 934.5, and its final form emerging as the 935, these 911-based race cars carried a 930 Turbo VIN to show its origin. Introduced in 1976 to the FIA Group 5, the Porsche 935 quickly established dominance and would become one of the most celebrated and winning race cars in motorsport history. With outright wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the 24 Hours of Daytona, the 12 Hours of Sebring, and countless other victories, the 935 platform might as well be synonymous with âutterly dominating and winningâ. So it was fitting that Porsche, celebrating its 70th anniversary since its arrival in the United States, would reveal this: the 2019 Porsche 935/19. Reimagining the Porsche 935 in modern times is no simple task, and certainly has quite a bit of pressure and motorsport legacy to live up to. Despite this, Porscheâs designers and engineers were told what many might consider a blank check in the motorsport world: everything goes, no rules. Reimagined for the 21st century, this Porsche factory âoutlawâ would not have to conform to any set of racing rules or be road going, giving full reign to its mighty design and engineering teams. They were unleashed to design the most extreme 911-based track day machine, provided that it paid tribute in suitable fashion to Porscheâs original 935. Designed to be a project for fun, thanking worldwide Porsche fans and involved employees alike, the result was nothing short of spectacular. Officially revealed at Rennsport Reunion VI at Laguna Seca in Monterey, CA in September of 2018, the 2019 Porsche 935 immediately was sent on hot laps to the surprise of thousands of attendees. A true trifecta, a styling, aerodynamic and technological tour de force, the new 935 was derived from the Porsche 911 GT2 RS mechanical underpinnings, and starts with a lightweight chassis cloaked in full carbon fiber bodywork. With its modern aerodynamic design and massive rear spoiler providing cooling to components and massive downforce, it is unmistakable in its homage to the Porsche 935/78 âMoby Dickâ. Its utilitarian cabin is trimmed with lightweight carbon fiber and alcantara on the dashboard, while it is outfitted with a fully integrated roll cage, race-spec fire suppression system, a Recaro racing seat, and a 6-point racing harness. Through the Porsche CFK multifunction steering wheel and instrument cluster, sourced directly from the GT3 R, the driver controls things like the Porsche Stability Management, ABS, traction control, TMPS, and even a pit-speed limiter. Although this track monster is devoid of most creature comforts, air conditioning was included to ensure driver comfort at any temperature. The PDK transmission shifter, adorned with wood, is a thoughtful homage to the Porsche 917K, which often featured a balsa wood shifter knob. Power is provided in ample quantities for this racer in the form of its 3.8L twin-turbo flat-six engine pumping out 700 horsepower and more than 550 lb-ft of torque. Its solid mounted 7-speed dual clutch PDK transmission from the GT2 RS pushes power to the rear wheels only through an electronically adjustable, limited-slip differential optimized for the race track. With a 0-60 time in 2.3 seconds, top speed of 211 mph, and the braking system consisting of 4-wheel, six-piston calipers with 380/355 ventilated steel rotors, the 935/19 is nothing if not exceptionally capable on the track. Porsche built just 77 of these Porsche 935/19s for the 2020 model year, with a base price starting at $829,000 with a carefully-selection application process for those lucky individuals. Being a unique and special vehicle, there was no configurator and details and specifications were discussed directly with Porsche by phone or email. This Porsche 935/19 is #49 of the total 77 production, purchased new by a noted American Porsche collector and owner of some of Porscheâs most important competition models, including an original RSR, 934, 934.5, and an original 935. Specâd in the iconic Interscope Racing livery (a $27,000 option) campaigned by Ted Fields and Danny Ongais. Paying tribute to the incredible successes of the Interscope Racing team with the original Porsche 935, including an overall win at the 24 Hours of Daytona in 1979, piloted by Ted Fields, Danny Ongais, and Hurley Haywood, the most winning driver in the Daytona 24 Hours history. The Porsche 935/19 remains in pristine, unraced and untracked condition. Accompanied by the track spares package, a $44,000 option, including a complete set of BBS motorsport wheels, brake pads and rotors, and auxiliary equipment with cases. Free from rules and regulations, Porsche designers and engineers went all in on the 935/19 and it truly shows. A spectacle to see in person, and an out-of-body experience to drive, this 70th anniversary Porsche is one of the finest special Werks projects to come out of Porsche and available for the public to enjoy, a modern day Porsche factory âOutlawâ racer.
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- Body TypesCoupe
- Exterior ColourBlack
- Number of doors2
- Interior ColourBlack
- VIN CodeWP0ZZZ99ZKS199149
