Porsche hit the track almost immediately after the 356 debuted. Continue reading
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Zeithaus treasures: 1938 Porsche Type 60
Porsche manufactured the first pre-production models of what would later become the Volkswagen Beetle in 1938. Continue reading
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Events: the 4th annual Ventabren Retro Passion show
This small, regional show tends to offer an eclectic selection of cars. Continue reading
Porsche classics: a look at the Le Mans-winning 917
It took about three percent of the engine’s power, or about 17 horsepower, to spin the 917’s massive vertical fan. Continue reading
Porsche classics: 911 Carrera RS 2.7
We look at the first 911 to wear the Carrera name. Continue reading
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Ran When Parked visits Beijing, China
We check out some of the old and interesting cars on the streets of Beijing. Continue reading
News: Porsche treats a rare 1972 911 2.5 S/T to a full restoration
One of 24 examples built, this ’72 911 2.5 S/T took first-in-class during the 1972 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Continue reading
Ten years ago, $5,000 bought you a running 1967 Porsche 912
A rough-but-running Porsche 912 for $4,950 — hindsight, as they say, is always 20/20. Continue reading
A look at the 1948 Type 356, the first car to wear the Porsche name
The mid-engined Type 356 remained a one-off model, but it had a tremendous influence on the series-produced 356. Continue reading
Live from the Geneva Auto Show: Porsche 718 Spyder
The Boxster is receiving a smaller engine and a new name; to mark the occasion, Porsche brought out an original 718. Continue reading
