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Two bespoke Porsche 911 restomods—the LV-01 Classic and LV-02 Classic Turbo—result from Singer Vehicle Design and Louis Vuitton, featuring LV leather and luggage themes, a Tambour dashboard clock, carbon-fiber detailing, and power outputs of roughly 390 hp and 510 hp with manual gearboxes; pricing isn disclosed but expected to exceed $1 million.
Singer Vehicle Design’s DLS Turbo “Sorcerer” is a track-focused tribute to Porsche’s 934/5, built on a reinforced 964 with carbon-fiber bodywork, a 3.8-liter turbo flat-six producing 700+ hp, a six-speed manual, and advanced chassis upgrades; developed with Williams Advanced Engineering, it features aero cues from classic race cars, a Fantasia Blue exterior, and a Pearl Grey interior—the first customer car has arrived.
The trend of backdating Porsche 911s, particularly by companies like Singer Vehicle Design, has sparked controversy in the automotive world. Critics argue that the visual revamps, which aim to make newer models resemble older ones, result in overdone, aesthetically jarring designs. While Singer's craftsmanship and attention to detail are praised, the practice of transforming 964-generation 911s into retro-style cars has been criticized for catering to billionaires' tastes and devaluing the original models. The debate raises questions about the balance between automotive innovation and preserving the integrity of classic designs.
Singer Vehicle Design has revealed two new Porsche 911 creations inspired by the Porsche 934/5 race cars. The Dynamics & Lightweighting Study - Turbo combines the results of Singer's Turbo Study and Dynamics & Lightweighting Study, resulting in over 700 horsepower, a redline over 9,000 rpm, and unique bodywork. The track-focused version features a high-downforce rear wing and unique front end, while the road-biased version has a ducktail rear spoiler and low-drag front fascia. Both versions have a 3.8-liter twin-turbo flat-six engine and offer customization options. Pricing has not been disclosed.
Singer Vehicle Design teased its latest reimagined Porsche 911, featuring huge fender flares, a massive wing, and bright orange color. The company is temporarily not accepting orders for the 911 Classic Study and is shifting to focusing on turbocharged vehicles instead. Singer builds each car to a client's request, giving buyers a wide range of options, from a comfy grand tourer for the road to something more aggressive for the track.