Magazine Extras:
Irrespective of which corner of the automotive scene a motoring enthusiast inhabits, the message is the same: the future is all-electric. Porsche is leading the charge — an unforgivable pun, I know — with the hugely successful Taycan (the 100,000th example rolled off the production line just before this issue of Classic Porsche went to press), and more frequently than ever before, derelict air-cooled 911s are being given a new lease of life with a conversion to battery power. The gorgeous Rubystone Red Carrera 2.7 MFI evocation on the cover of this magazine is a fine example of how the designs of yesteryear and the technology of today can combine to create a thoroughly stylish and hugely powerful retro Porsche. Battery power is the way forward, then? It’s a done deal, yeah?
The vast majority of us are desensitised to politicians demonising the internal combustion engine and trying to convince us to ditch our decades-old ‘ICE’ for a brand-new electric vehicle — let’s not forget, these are the same individuals who told us all to go out and buy a diesel. Look how that turned out. Maybe, just maybe, we should be listening to engineers, scientists and automotive experts, many who welcome adoption of the electric powertrain, but see it as one of a number of solutions to deal with climate change. Green hydrogen is another, as is synthetic fuel, currently being developed by a partnership of companies, including Porsche and Siemens, key players in the world’s first integrated commercial plant for producing carbon-neutral fuel in the hope of powering the existing world fleet, as well as new combustion engines. After all, none of us, least of all Porsche, wants to see the 911 on sale without suck, squeeze, bang, blow.
Converting a classic car to electrification is big business these days. The market is growing in accordance with the expansion of tight emissions controls rolling out in major cities all over the world. Of course, we're well aware a battery-equipped 911 isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but the Porsche scene would be a pretty boring place if we all drove the same car. Variety, as they say, is the spice of life. Enjoy the magazine.
Issue Summary:
From a twin-motor manual 911 EV to a restored 356 A GS Carrera coupe, Kremer-kitted 935 and Porsche-Diesel tractors, the new issue of Classic Porsche serves up a variety of extraordinary air-cooled classics.
Top 3 Features:
FULLY CHARGED - We get behind the wheel of Rindt Vehicle Design’s twin-motor manual 911 EV to find out if this renowned Porsche restoration specialist has succeeded in matching the thrill of the air-cooled driving experience with electrification.
GET CAPE. WEAR CAPE. FLY. - Based on a Carrera 3.2, the latest 911 backdate to roll out of the workshop of Cape Sport International packs a 3.4-litre punch. We set sail for north-east Worcestershire and put the car through its paces.
WHEN MORE IS MORE - Is too much ever enough? Boasting more than 700bhp and endless aerodynamic appendages, this Kremer-kitted, ex-Daytona 935 may have the answer.
Magazine Extras:
Irrespective of which corner of the automotive scene a motoring enthusiast inhabits, the message is the same: the future is all-electric. Porsche is leading the charge — an unforgivable pun, I know — with the hugely successful Taycan (the 100,000th example rolled off the produc....
