Category: Remasters

  • Market Find: Singer “UK 1” Porsche 911 Classic Study in RM Private Sale Listing

    Market Find: Singer “UK 1” Porsche 911 Classic Study in RM Private Sale Listing

    What: 1990 Porsche 911
    Color: Egg Yolk (non-metallic UNI; no code; Singer)
    VIN: WP0ZZZ96ZMS400589
    Mileage: 4,650
    Price at Time of this Writing: £845,000 GBP Asking
    CarFax: N/A
    Window Sticker: N/A
    Location: London, UK
    Listing: Link

    Why we love it:

    The cue for a Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer is measured in years, so for those seeking to own one and not hung up on creating their own commission, purchasing one off the pre-owned market is the most likely play. Granted, they don’t come up often, and when they do we tend to expect them in prestigious places like an RM Sotheby’s private listing.

    That’s the case with the car you see here. Note the name of the commission, “UK 1”, which designates it as the first UK registered Singer. Are you surprised it’s right-hand drive? That should be obvious, but maybe adds to the cool.

    Another cool note on this car is the history. Singer used this car for promotional activities, including display at the 2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed where it was driven up the hill by Chris Harris and Marino Franchitti. Noted automotive journalist (and 964 Carrera RS owner) Dickie Meaden also drove the car for a feature in the December 2015 issue of Evo Magazine for which they also shot a video (see above).

    Since this is an early Singer commission, it’s fitted with a Cosworth-built 3.8-liter version of Porsche’s flat six. It’s also finished in Egg Yolk paint over a relatively subtle black leather interior with comfort seats, Becker stereo with navigation and a roll bar.

    Check out more photos below.

  • Rolls-Royce Classics Reimagined as EV by Evice

    Rolls-Royce Classics Reimagined as EV by Evice

    • Evice sympathetically modernises classic Rolls-Royce models, crafting bespoke masterpieces without compromise.
    • Specialist teams apply creative engineering and masterful craftsmanship to improve upon Rolls-Royce Corniche and Silver Shadow models with bespoke 800V electric powertrain
    • Extensive testing programme has now commenced for Evice’s first prototype “XP1”
    • First meticulously crafted customer commission to be delivered in Spring 2026

    [source: Evice]

    Surrey, United Kingdom – Evice, a British specialist in heritage remastering, has begun testing its first prototype, based on a Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. Known as XP1, this prototype lays the foundation of Evice’s ethos: “Crafting bespoke masterpieces without compromise.” The development involves advanced in-house electrification technology, which is currently undergoing rigorous testing.

    Production of VP1, the next phase of this journey, is set to commence in Q1 of 2025. This will mark the culmination of Evice’s vision—a seamless blend of cutting-edge technology and truly bespoke craftsmanship.”

    Founded in 2023 by a trio of passionate British engineers, the concept is simple, taking the elegance, spirit and grace of past Rolls-Royce icons and sympathetically remastering them with world leading technologies, much of which is developed in-house, in the pursuit of perfection.

    Starting with the elegance of a mid-century icon, Evice’s team of craftsmen, along with powertrain, dynamics, NVH, and design experts, sympathetically review each and every aspect of the vehicle. A thorough knowledge of the cars, period and culture of the time ensures that each and every refinement is made in step with Rolls-Royce’s original intention. An Evice Rolls-Royce is what the factory would have created 60 years ago, had the technology existed. It is a threadwork of passion, engineering, design, and craftsmanship, resulting in automotive art that will withstand the test of time. 

    Each change has been painstakingly analysed in an effort to match the refinement and distinguished characteristics of the original vehicle while introducing modern reliability, performance, and convenience.“The result is a bespoke masterpiece, developed without compromise”. Each completed hand-built car is the result of 1000s of hours of development time and a bespoke design process ensures that every individual vehicle is the embodiment of the client’s aesthetic.

    Evice Powertrain
    Each remastered vehicle is equipped with an in-house-developed 800-volt electrical architecture, with electric motors delivering 400 horsepower for dynamic and effortless driving that eclipses the performance of the original engine. With a 77 kilo-Watt-hour battery, the current XP1 prototype achieves a range in excess of 200 miles.

    Active suspension and an upgraded braking system add dynamic composure, all while maintaining the effortless, cloud-like ride synonymous with the Rolls-Royce.

    Looking to the interior, Evice has comprehensively upgraded the technology and systems for modern comfort and convenience. Refinements include heated and ventilated electrically-adjustable seats, an air-conditioning system with full climate control, and an upgraded audio system with an additional hidden sub-woofer, all as standard. Infotainment screens support wireless Apple CarPlay and discreet reversing cameras, which can be hidden from view.

    Matthew Pearson, CEO at Evice, commented: “Evice’s mission is to honour the legacy of these classic Rolls-Royce cars with modern engineering and meticulous craftsmanship. Our work with the Corniche and Silver Shadow is about reimagining their timeless elegance while modernising them for greater refinement, performance, and reliability. It’s a ground-up remastering for the modern age that encompasses every detail, from the powertrain and chassis through to interior design, safety, and technology. We like to say that an Evice Rolls-Royce is what the factory would have created 60 years ago, had the technology existed.”

  • New Ford Escort Mk1 RS Continumod™ Revealed by Boreham Motorworks

    New Ford Escort Mk1 RS Continumod™ Revealed by Boreham Motorworks

    • Limited to 150 cars with continuation chassis numbers
    • Blueprint-accurate, period-sympathetic brand-new vehicle
    • 300PS – High revving and ultra-responsive 10,000rpm, road tuned 2100cc motorsport derived engine with manual gearbox
    • Target weight – 800kg
    • Production begins in Q3 2025
    • Pricing from £295,000
    • 2-Year 20,000-mile warranty
    • Application window now open to purchase an exclusive part of Ford history – https://www.borehammotorworks.com/application

    [source: DRVN Automotive]

    Coventry, UKContinumod™ (noun): A blueprint-accurate, period-sympathetic vehicle built new—no donor car, just an authentic continuation with approved chassis numbers from the original manufacturer. Combining the timeless spirit of classic cars with modern engineering, design, and advanced manufacturing, a Continumod™ redefines heritage with cutting-edge innovation. 

    Today, Boreham Motorworks confirm the return of an icon. Fifty years on from the final limited edition, high-performance variant of the Ford Escort Mk1 RS-lineage, the Mk1 RS2000. Boreham Motorworks is pleased to announce applications are now being accepted for one of a limited run of only 150 cars worldwide with continuation chassis numbers.

    As an official brand license partner of the Ford Motor Company, Boreham Motorworks is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the legacy of some of Ford’s most iconic vehicles. This is the ultimate evolution of the Mk1 and its RS lineage, a machine crafted for driving enthusiasts. The Escort Rallye Sport line developed a reputation for exceptional performance and handling, setting a new benchmark for what it means to drive a high-performance car. With each new RS variant, Ford refined the formula, pushing the boundaries of what could be achieved on road, track and rally stage. Boreham Motorworks proudly honours this legacy, blending modern advancements with the raw driving experience that made the RS Escorts performance icons.

    Taking that DNA and infusing it with modern technology, state of the art materials and bespoke engineering, Boreham Motorworks proudly introduces a groundbreaking new segment – the Continumod™. Unlike traditional restomods, a Continumod™ requires no donor vehicle. It is forged from an official brand agreement with Ford Motor Company and built from the ground up using modern materials and advanced manufacturing techniques.

    A Performance Benchmark from Past to Present
    Customers can select from two characterful engine options, each embodying the spirit of the Ford RS legacy while delivering modern performance. The first engine option, available as standard, is the iconic Twin Cam, which has been increased to 1845cc. Featuring fuel injection delivering 185PS, this engine is paired with a 4-speed manual “Ford bullet” synchromesh straight cut transmission, it pays perfect tribute to the Boreham built Escort Mk1 Twin Cam, combining its storied history with precise, responsive performance for today’s roads. 

    For those seeking the option of something engineered as a modern-day interpretation of classic Ford motorsport DNA, an all-new motorsport derived 4-cylinder high-revving Ford engine awaits. This road-tuned 2.1-litre cast and billet engine weighing in at under 85kg features double overhead camshaft and chain cam drive and produces an astonishing 10,000 RPM and 300 PS. To handle this extreme performance the engine benefits from forged steel conrods and billet crankshaft. A motorsport spec loom and connectors are used to connect coil over plug ignition, advanced fuel injection and ECU management is included along with electronic throttle control. This powerhouse will deliver thrilling performance while retaining usability. 

    Connected to this 10,000 RPM powerhouse will be a bespoke titanium exhaust system that has been tuned for performance and exhilarating sound. Power is channelled through a 5-speed dogleg gearbox delivering perfect weight and throw complimented with bespoke gear ratios. This ensures seamless and direct engagement, making this drivetrain as exhilarating on the open road as it is on the track. 

    Mastering the Road with Dynamic Ride and Handling
    At the heart of the new Ford Escort Mk1 RS lies an uncompromising focus on dynamic precision, a hallmark of its RS heritage. The car is available in both LHD and RHD and features optimised weight distribution of 55:45with MacPherson front struts, providing responsive steering and front-end grip. Including suspension geometry that has been optimised within the existing hardpoint envelope, for enhanced performance.

    Preserving the authentic, analogue driving experience of the original high-performance Escorts, the new RS features an all-new lightweight, aluminium and titanium fully floating rear axle, offering predictable handling and a direct connection to the Escort’s motorsport heritage. This is paired with an advanced limited-slip ATB differential and coil-over dampers to enhance balance and stability, engineered for exceptional control under power. 

    Equally important to the pure distilled driving pleasure of the Ford MK1 Escort RS, are the features it does not have. No power steering, no ABS, no traction control and no brake servo. In combination, this delivers a new RS with a singular focus, connecting the driver to the road. On track, the new Ford Escort Mk1 RS delivers a visceral driving experience with controllable oversteer that is perfectly balanced, allowing the driver to breakaway and hold slides while ensuring the car is both controllable and predictable. 

    The bespoke 15″ x 7″ four-spoke wheels, paired with 205/50×15 tyres at the front and 15″ x 8″ wheels with 225/50×15 tyres at the rear, pay homage to the styling of the original Mk1 Escort while enhancing modern performance. Stopping power is provided by 260mm x 25mm vented discs with four-piston callipers at the front and 264mm x 11mm solid discs with two-piston callipers at the rear, ensuring exceptional braking performance.

    Engineered for Peak Analogue® Performance
    Through an extensive engineering programme, including the use of laser scanning and original blueprints, the Ford Escort Mk1 has been fully re-engineered in CAD, the first Ford Escort Mk1 to ever be put through such a process using technology the original pencil draughtsmen would not have considered possible. Boreham Motorworks have designed new manufacturing jigs and fixtures for body assembly, ensuring the manufacturability of gap and flush are built to modern tolerances not possible when the car was first manufactured. This has enabled the engineering team to develop a new RS body with blueprint-accurate and period-sympathetic size, shape and dimensions, built to the finish and quality expected of a modern OEM.

    Additionally, through the use of CAE analysis, to perform body efficiency, chassis dynamics and tortional rigidity studies the Boreham team have established precise parameters and attributes the new Ford Escort Mk1 RS must deliver. Through this programme, the team have identified various areas on the car where structural improvements can been made. Using these insights, Boreham crafted meticulously designed enhancements to optimise the car’s real-world handling and driving dynamics, performance, usability and drivability, ensuring the new Ford Escort Mk1 RS stays true to its legendary performance roots.

    The modern-day engineering analysis programme means the Ford Escort Mk1 RS all-steel body is reinforced with additional bracing, wider inner arches, and vertical rear dampers. The key to a Peak Analogue® experience is the engineering focus on an 800kg weight target. Lightweighting is fundamental to the design with the bonnet, boot lid and, all interior substrates being made from carbon fibre and the use of the lightweight materials within the rear-axel and the optional forged magnesium wheels.

    Moving to the cockpit of the new Ford Escort Mk1 RS, Boreham have designed a modern, driver-focused interior that balances lightweighting and driver comfort. Modern functionality is woven seamlessly into the interior, including heated screens and air conditioning with four vents for better climate control, including a dedicated screen demist function. Every component in the interior is engineered to the highest standards of craftmanship with a blend of Alcantara, fine leathers, and anodised components with tactile feedback. Three-point inertia reel belts are included as standard, with an optional four-point harness and visual carbon rear compartment race helmet stowage. A full roll cage with removable door bars enhances stiffness, maintaining the vehicle’s integrity while ensuring the performance ethos remains uncompromised.

    Design Simplicity with Purpose
    Wayne Burgess, Design Director, brings a deep, personal connection to the Ford Escort project, his first car being a Mk2 Escort. His vision for the new Ford Escort Mk1 RS is shaped by both his personal experience and a love for the model’s iconic heritage, performance and design.

    Exterior Design – The philosophy driving the exterior design is one of purity — a celebration of simplicity and form, stripping away any unnecessary ornamentation to leave only what is essential. Key to this is the removal of the quarter bumpers and main direction indicators, offering a sleeker and more purposeful silhouette. A billet-machined aluminium grille surround introduces a touch of modern craftsmanship, while the headlights are inspired by the classic lights often taped over during racing — a distinctive feature that evokes the motorsport roots of the Escort.

    The taillights echo this ethos, a simple and fundamental shape updated with modern technology to ensure superior performance and visibility while retaining the iconic look. Each design choice is made with purpose: the new door handles, mirrors, and billet components add an element of refined elegance without overshadowing the purity of the overall design. The wheels are kept compact, staying true to the fundamentals of the original Mk1, yet are paired with modern performance capabilities to ensure the car drives as well as it looks.

    Interior Design – The interior of the Ford Escort Mk1 RS continues the theme of simplicity, with a modern approach to functionality and driver-focused design. The interior delivers both comfort and performance in equal measure, blending vintage style with modern-day practicality.

    A key feature of the interior is the low, horizontal dashboard that provides a sense of space and openness, while the compact binnacle sits neatly within the steering wheel to ensure a clear, unobstructed view of the road. The deep-dish, three-spoke steering wheel with a slim rim is both functional and aesthetically pleasing, offering a direct, tactile connection between driver and machine. The instrument panel retains its analogue appeal, yet has been adapted to meet contemporary standards, ensuring the driver enjoys both classic style and modern convenience.

    Wayne Burgess, Design Director notes ” From the very beginning, our goal was to honour the simplicity and purity of the original design; while ensuring it met the expectations of a modern performance car. Every detail, from the minimalism of the exterior to the thoughtful functionality inside, is about distilling the essence of what made the Mk1 so special. It’s about creating a car that not only looks back at its heritage but also drives forward into a new era of Peak Analogue® performance.”

    Public Debut
    Limited to 150 cars, pricing starts from £295,000. A 2-year 20,000-mile warranty will also ensure customers get out and drive with confidence. The public and press will get their first chance to see the car in the summer of 2025, ahead of production starting in Q3, the same year.  

    Iain Muir, CEO of Boreham Motorworks comments, “Recreating the Ford Escort Mk1 RS for a new generation is not just about building a car; it’s about honouring a legacy that has inspired driving enthusiasts for over half a century. At Boreham Motorworks, we’ve committed ourselves to not only staying true to the essence of the original, but also to bringing it into the modern age with cutting-edge engineering, precision design, and unparalleled craftsmanship. Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that every aspect of this car, from its dynamics to its structure, is meticulously engineered to deliver the purest driving experience possible. This is an embodiment of what Boreham stands for – a seamless blend of heritage and innovation. We’re proud to bring the Escort Mk1 RS back to life and thrilled for the driving enthusiasts who will experience its iconic performance. We look forward to showing the car to the public and Ford enthusiasts alike in the summer.”

    About Boreham Motorworks
    Boreham Motorworks, founded in the United Kingdom, specialises in the design, manufacture, and distribution of iconic Ford Road, race, and rally cars. As an official license partner of the Ford Motor Company, Boreham Motorworks is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the legacy of some Ford’s most iconic vehicles. The company’s ethos is cantered around achieving a peak analogue driving experience throughout all their vehicles, ensuring that every model delivers stunning performance, authenticity, and driving pleasure.

    Boreham Motorworks blends meticulous craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to honour the spirit of classic Ford engineering while catering to the modern automotive enthusiast. With a commitment to quality and a passion for motorsport heritage, Boreham Motorworks ensures that each vehicle is a unique embodiment of the rich history and performance excellence associated with Ford.

    About DRVN Automotive Group
    DRVN Automotive is a premier group in the luxury automotive sector, specialising in the design, manufacture, and distribution of performance vehicles. With state-of-the-art facilities in Scotland, Durham, Coventry, and London, DRVN unites a comprehensive ecosystem of companies, including Evoluto Automobili, Boreham Motorworks, Koenigsegg London, DRVN Advanced Engineering, Evolution E-types, ITG (Induction Technology Group) and Alan Mann Racing. These companies excel in various specialties, ranging from design and consultancy for major automotive brands to high-performance air filters, classic car restorations, engine development, and race car design, build, and management.

    Committed to delivering a peak analogue driving experience, DRVN Automotive blends classic automotive heritage with contemporary advancements. Their comprehensive in-house capabilities ensure sector-leading quality and precision, making their offerings synonymous with excellence and reliability

    More Information
    www.borehammotorworks.co.uk
    www.drvnautomotivegroup.com

  • Introducing the Singer Guavate Commission

    Introducing the Singer Guavate Commission

    Singer Vehicle Design has teased its latest classic build with red and green theme just in time for the holidays. And while it’s probably safe to say there wasn’t an intentional yule season theme in the imagining of this commissioned 911, the specification still assures every day is a holiday when you have the keys to this car.

    Here’s what we know about the specification. The exterior is Paint-to-Sample Plantain Green. Inside, Burgundy leather covers most surfaces, accented with woven leather seat centers that create a unique tartan pattern.

    As is typical with most Singer Classic specification cars, this reimagined 964 features a 4.0-liter flat six, with power sent to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission.

    Singer shared the car HERE on Facebook, and unfortunately embed protections are on so you’ll need to follow the link to find the post directly.

  • Market Find: Fluid Silver on Green Singer DLS in Private Sale by Broad Arrow

    Market Find: Fluid Silver on Green Singer DLS in Private Sale by Broad Arrow

    What: 1991 Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer DLS “Dynamics and Lightweight Study”
    Color: Fluid Silver
    VIN: WP0ZZZ96ZMS400118
    Mileage: 182
    Price at Time of this Writing: Inquire
    CarFax: N/A
    Window Sticker: N/A
    Location: USA
    Dealer listing: Link

    Why we love it:

    Say you’ve been wanting a Singer, have got the cash but not the time to wait your turn in the ever-lengthening cue. If that describes your particular plight, then you may want to head on over to Broad Arrow and hit up their Private Sales inventory where the “Mame Commission” has popped up for sale.

    In a day of wild colored tailored specs being… well, not common, but also not rare, choosing a subtle neutral silver and then packing some unexpected color on the inside is a beautiful display of if-you-know-you-know taste that embraces the understated. That’s the mix on “Mame”, with an exterior of Fluid Silver (a $42,550 option) and an interior of Olive Green Suede. It’s just so good.

    Singer only ever built 75 examples of the DLS and availability is typically zero. That the “Mame Commission” with just 182 miles on it is available, much less in a fantastic specification, should definitely be noted. To quote Ferris Bueller, “It’s so choice. If you have the means (we)’d highly suggest it.”

    Check out more details and photos via the link above.

  • Market Find: 1988 Porsche 959 SC Reimagined by Canepa in Broad Arrow Private Sale

    Market Find: 1988 Porsche 959 SC Reimagined by Canepa in Broad Arrow Private Sale

    What: 1988 Porsche 959 SC Reimagined by Canepa
    Color: Irish Green (irischgrün; Y78; Porsche)
    VIN: WPOZZZ95ZHS900053
    Mileage: 2,130 miles
    Price at Time of this Writing: Available Upon Request
    CarFax: N/A
    Window Sticker: N/A
    Location: Undisclosed
    Dealer listing: Link

    Why we love it:
    There’s remastered, and then there’s a Porsche 959 SC reimagined by Canepa. The Group B homologated Porsche 959 is already the most forbidden of fruit and the most exotic of the exotic from the so-called “Rad” era. Now throw in a tailored rebuild that Bruce Canepa’s Northern California firm has been building over recent years and you have the makings of a perfect thing. And, did we mention Irish Green over Tobacco brown leather?

    This car is so good, we’re going to include the full Broad Arrow description below. However, you should definitely check out more photos and, of course, call for the price if you are interested. It is a rare thing indeed when these cars come available in the market in any form, but particularly rare and exclusive when such a beautiful build as this from Canepa also makes a showing.

    BEGIN DESCRIPTION [Source: Broad Arrow]

    In the early 1980s, Porsche was keen to prove its technological superiority learned throughout the previous decade’s racing efforts. The “Gruppe B” Study was created to display these advancements with development underway as soon as 1981. Turbocharging, first used on the 917/10 Can-Am racing car in 1972, made its way three years later to the first turbocharged road-going Porsche – the 1975 911 Turbo – and from it, to the 959. It was a similar story with engine cooling. Through its racing program, Porsche had reached a thermal limit with the air-cooled flat-six. Water-cooled heads appeared on the all-conquering Porsche 956 endurance racing prototype in 1982 and, just a few years later, the 959 was the beneficiary of these successful experiments. Height-adjustable suspension, “intelligent” all-wheel drive, tire pressure monitoring, ABS, composite body construction – all commonplace in today’s supercars – were decades ahead of their time when applied to the 959. 

    Fewer than 300 of these halo supercars were built by the end of the decade, with each example estimated to cost Porsche double its 420,000 DM price tag to produce. Faced with these substantial losses, Porsche did not see fit to modify and test the 959 to comply with NHTSA safety standards, and as a result, it was not road-legal in the United States. While a number of 959s slowly trickled into the U.S., the model was the prime example of the type of car petitioned by Canepa and others to include in the “Show or Display” rule, passed in August 1999. The rule allowed for the private importation and limited road use of certain vehicles deemed to meet a standard of “historical or technological significance,” famously enabling Bill Gates to drive his 959 after it was stored by the Customs Service for 13 years. In the decades since the rule was passed, Canepa’s ceaseless obsession with extracting as much performance as possible out of the 959 has culminated in a series of refinements and performance upgrades developed by Canepa for the standard Porsche 959, officially launched in 2015 as the “959 SC Reimagined by Canepa” program.

    Drawing on his many years and thousands of miles driving the 959, Canepa developed a ground-up approach to reconditioning, and in some areas outright re-engineering, every element of Porsche’s already superb creation. Starting with only the most original examples, the talented team at Canepa’s Scotts Valley, California headquarters begin by carefully disassembling the entire car to the bare steel unibody. At this stage, all of the body panels are stripped, primed, and block sanded to perfection in preparation for paintwork. Canepa’s unrelenting attention to detail can be observed on the driver’s side quarter panel, where the auxiliary door for the hydraulic suspension oil on 959 Komfort models is deleted by molding a new composite body panel. Clients are able to choose from Porsche’s own factory Paint-to-Sample palette of over 150 unique shades, or to create a custom color of their choice. The virtually limitless personalization offered by Canepa’s service extends to the cabin, where over 400 hours are spent hand stitching an entirely new leather interior with countless colors and stitching options from Porsche’s own factory offerings. Swaths of leather trim every element of the interior – including components that were not originally upholstered from the factory – while numerous upgrades ensure a 21st century driving experience. These include Porsche’s Classic Radio Navigation system connected to an upgraded six-speaker system, LED cabin and gauge lighting, and a switch located on the center console to control the two-stage sport exhaust system. 

    While a one-of-a-kind appearance is being crafted by Canepa’s in-house paint and upholstery departments, over 4,000 individual mechanical components are inspected, refinished, rebuilt, or upgraded by technicians with over two decades of experience working with the Porsche 959. Quite literally nothing goes untouched, with every bolt, clamp, and fitting being stripped and replated in a variety of coatings such as zinc, anodizing, powder coating, and Teflon. Starting with the suspension, the 959 SC opts for the weight savings and simplicity of the coil-over spring and shock assembly found on the factory 959 Sport specification – thus eliminating the adjustable ride height and its related hydraulic system on Komfort models. In its place, the Canepa suspension upgrade employs custom-valved Penske shock absorbers with titanium coil-over springs for a one-inch lower ride height while still providing ample ground clearance for real world driving. All four corners also feature specially developed cryo-treated semi-floating brake rotors with upgraded brake pads for improved stopping power. Housing these improved brakes are 18-inch wheels custom-designed by Canepa in conjunction with Michelin to mirror the 18-inch wheels originally featured on the Gruppe B concept car. While radial tire technology in the 1980s forced Porsche to revert to a 17 inch wheel for production 959s, Canepa’s wheel upgrade allows 959 SC owners to take advantage of the grip and comfort offered by the modern tire technology while retaining the timeless look of the original 959. 

    Initially developed for Group B class homologation and tracing its lineage back to the powerplants in the 936, 956, and 962 sports prototypes, the 959’s 2.8-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six was designed to handle significantly more power than the 444 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque it left the factory with. After three decades spent optimizing the existing engine components as well as engineering new ones, the 959 SC’s flat-six now develops a staggering 800+ horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque with Canepa’s Stage III upgrades. These encompass Pankl titanium connecting rods, a blueprinted and upgraded valvetrain assembly, upgraded camshafts and camshaft housings, tungsten ceramic coated headers and two-stage stainless/titanium exhaust system, a MoTec engine management system and wiring harnesses, and two state-of-the-art BorgWarner turbochargers. The robust six-speed manual transmission is also treated to a full rebuild as well as REM isotropic super finishing on gears and shafts and an upgraded clutch assembly to ensure a reliable and extremely capable package. The result is otherworldly, modern-supercar performance, including zero to 60 miles per hour in 2.5 seconds and a top speed in excess of 230 miles per hour. 

    Limited to a mere 50 examples in total, only the most original, low-mileage candidates are considered for recommissioning to 959 SC specification. Chassis number 053, one of just 266 959 Komforts built, was ideal then, with less than 8,302 kilometers at the time of its disassembly. Originally finished in Polar Silver Metallic with a Dark Grey Metallic leather interior, this highly original, low-mileage 959 was submitted to Canepa in 2019 for its comprehensive transformation to 959 SC specification. After over 4,000 restoration hours it was completed four years later in 2022 and was given Canepa 959 SC serial number “009.” Invoices and photos of the comprehensive Canepa work are on file. Today, the Porsche is resplendent in the lightly modified version of the Porsche factory shade of Irish Green, noted by the consignor as “Irish Green Plus,” containing less yellow than the standard shade. The paint to sample exterior color is protected with full ceramic coated paint protection file (PPF). The exceptional exterior color choice is accentuated by the proprietary gun-metal grey finish of its 18 inch wheels. Inside, the cabin is trimmed wall-to-wall in exquisite bespoke tobacco brown leather and matching cut-pile velour carpeting, further complemented by matching, custom-embossed tool pouches and owner’s books covers. Now fitted with instrumentation in miles, the odometer displays just 2,130 total miles since reimagining at the time of cataloging. 

    This Porsche 959 SC Reimagined by Canepa presents the rare opportunity to acquire one of the most exclusive and earth-shattering supercars of the 1980s – so advanced that other manufacturers continue to view it as the benchmark for technology, engineering, and performance decades after production ceased. Rarer still is the chance to experience the full potential of the 959 platform achieved through decades of research and development to bring the legendary model into the 21st century.

  • Global Debut for TWR’s V12 Super-GT ‘Supercat’

    Global Debut for TWR’s V12 Super-GT ‘Supercat’

    • New TWR Supercat breaks cover in public debut.
    • Contemporary carbon-fibre body constructed on classic Jaguar XJS foundations.
    • Supercharged V12 engine with confirmed output of 660bhp and 730Nm torque.
    • Immersive and analogue driving experience from 6-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive.
    • Available to commission now, with numbers strictly limited to 88.
    • Available in the UK and markets worldwide.

    [source: TWR]

    Newbury, UK

    “Almost 40 years after my father’s original company dominated the racetrack, we’ve brought the TWR name roaring back with our new Supercat. Our debut product, designed as an authentic, analogue Super-GT for the committed driving enthusiast, has been developed for over three years by some of modern motorsport’s brightest talent. Built on the foundations of the classic Jaguar XJS, it uses modern materials and production methods, plus our in-house supercharged V12, to deliver a visceral, immersive driving experience on the road and the track. With production limited to just 88 examples and every car individually commissioned, it’s a chance to own something truly unique and personal, rooted in motorsport history but completely contemporary in its design, engineering and performance.”
    Fergus Walkinshaw, Director and Founder, TWR

    TWR has formally unveiled the Supercat, its radical new Super-GT underpinned by the legendary Jaguar XJS. Widely previewed in the summer of 2024, the Supercat has already earned acclaim from clients and commentators ahead of its public launch today.

    The Supercat has been engineered by a team representing some of the most celebrated names in motorsport, including McLaren, Ferrari, Porsche, Williams, and Renault F1. The team is led by TWR director and co-founder Fergus Walkinshaw. His father, Tom Walkinshaw, the revered constructor and racer behind the original TWR, drove Jaguars to victory in the European Touring Car Championship, Spa 24 Hours, and Bathurst during the 1980s.

    A True TWR Super-GT
    The Jaguar XJS provides the essential foundation for the TWR Supercat, which also incorporates design elements inspired by other iconic racing Jaguars of the era, including the XJR-9, XJR-15, and the XJ220 supercar.

    True to its motorsport heritage, the Supercat features rear-wheel drive and a six-speed manual gearbox, delivering an authentic, engaging, and entirely analogue driving experience. Beneath its long, sculpted, carbon-bodied bonnet lies a formidable supercharged V12 engine, developed in-house by TWR engineers. This power unit produces an impressive 660bhp and 730Nm of torque.

    TWR’s philosophy emphasises that exceptional driving cars are not solely defined by raw power. This is demonstrated through a suite of engineering enhancements ensuring the Supercat excels dynamically in the world’s most demanding motorsport and road environments.

    To manage the significant increase in power, the car’s structure has been reinforced with an integrated tubular steel framework, while lightweight carbon-fibre body panels contribute to a 9.3% reduction in weight compared to the original Jaguar XJS (1,605kg vs 1,770kg).

    Additional features include the option for carbon ceramic disc brakes, fully programmable traction control, launch control, and five distinct driving modes. These modes enable drivers to tailor the car’s dynamics to suit various road and track conditions.

    Double wishbone suspension, enhanced by an active dynamic damping system, ensures a composed and comfortable Super-GT driving experience on extended continental journeys. It also provides the precision, feedback, and stability required for dynamic road and track settings. This duality of character defines the Super-GT ethos, fulfilling the mission of creating a car capable of both high-speed touring and spirited track performance.

    The Supercat excels at delivering on its mission. It is the perfect tool for driving to the Nürburgring, offering adjustable suspension and steering for a supreme GT driving experience on the journey there. Once on the track, the car adapts seamlessly to deliver exhilarating performance, before returning occupants home in supreme comfort.

    Practicality has not been overlooked. The rear seats have been replaced with a significantly expanded luggage area, ensuring ample space for long-distance touring — a hallmark of the Super-GT DNA. Interior comfort is elevated with a completely overhauled cabin that integrates modern features while paying homage to the classic Jaguar XJS design.

    This includes a fully digital multimedia interface (MMI) with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Suspension and steering settings can be easily adjusted via an intuitive toggle interface. Carbon fibre-backed leather seats are available in a contemporary design or a ‘heritage’ option, referencing the original XJS seat louvres.

    Radically Styled
    “I am proud to have designed a TWR true to its racing and performance DNA, building on the foundations of one of Britain’s great automotive icons. The TWR Supercat represents an entirely new expression of the original. As a designer, working with a new palette of highly technical materials has allowed me to re-energise the form and stance of the Jaguar XJS, boldly expressing our mission to create a true Super-GT. Collaborating with TWR’s exceptional team of engineers and aerodynamicists, we’ve created a car where every line and feature serves a performance purpose, authentically representing TWR’s legacy on both the track and the road.”
    — Khyzyl Saleem, Designer, TWR Supercat

    The TWR Supercat brings to life a vision for a modern, high-performance TWR car built upon the classic Jaguar XJS. Its striking silhouette has been designed by Khyzyl Saleem, one of the world’s leading digital and 3D car concept stylists, renowned for his performance-focused projects with iconic names such as the late Ken Block and Travis Pastrana.

    Saleem’s design efforts were further bolstered by the involvement of Magnus Walker, the legendary British-born designer and car collector. Walker’s expertise in global car culture was instrumental in refining the vision of creating a vehicle that blends the Jaguar XJS’ foundational legacy with the bold, distinctive aesthetics and substance of a contemporary TWR car.

    Their combined efforts lend the Supercat a more aggressively muscular character while preserving the Jaguar XJS’ iconic profile, including its signature silhouette, flying buttresses, and front-end graphic. Subtle design cues pay homage to TWR’s decades-long relationship with the Jaguar marque.

    In keeping with TWR’s guiding philosophy, the Supercat’s design is driven by engineering requirements to achieve exceptional performance. Saleem’s design proposals were rigorously evaluated for aerodynamic efficiency by a former World Championship-winning Mercedes-Benz F1 aerodynamicist. This collaboration ensures the Supercat delivers a visceral and engaging driving experience, fulfilling the original design brief.

    The resulting design not only communicates the Super-GT’s dynamic intent but also incorporates a suite of aerodynamically functional features to generate critical downforce. These include precision-designed splitters and in-body aero enhancements that provide the stability demanded in both high-speed touring and track settings.

    Key aerodynamic innovations include a complete reimagining of the XJS’ iconic flying buttresses, now reshaped to optimise airflow from the body to the rear haunches. The floorplan has been flattened and paired with a bespoke, fully re-engineered rear splitter to generate additional downforce necessary to manage the Supercat’s extraordinary power output. To accommodate these changes, the exhaust system has been repositioned from the rear to the side of the car.

    The Supercat’s broader stance further reinforces its dynamic character. Its width has increased from 1,793mm to 1,975mm compared to the original XJS, enhancing its visual and aerodynamic profile. This wider footprint is complemented by TWR Forged Monoblok wheels, sized at 18 inches at the front and 19 inches at the rear — a significant evolution from the original XJS’ 15-inch alloys.

    The First of a New Breed of TWRs
    As the first TWR production car, the Supercat is the perfect exemplar of the company’s philosophy: blending modern engineering, materials, and methods with a classic base to create something that truly captures the spirit of TWR, which reshaped world motorsport in the 1980s and 1990s.

    Future TWR models will undergo the same rigorous development and testing process, adopting protocols and facilities used by the world’s leading sports car brands, racing teams, and other performance specialists.

    The same philosophy is applied to the manufacturing of every TWR product, with every car hand-built at the company’s facility in Newbury, Berkshire, at TWR’s dedicated factory.

    The Magic Number
    TWR is now accepting commissions for the Supercat, whose production run will be strictly confined to just 88 examples worldwide, in homage to Tom Walkinshaw’s famous win with the XJR-9 at Le Mans in 1988. The first customer deliveries are expected in the summer of 2025.

    Every Supercat is built to order, and customers have a wide range of personalisation options. Orders have already been taken across the United States, the UK, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East in both right-hand-drive and left-hand-drive configurations.
    Prices will vary according to individual specifications but start at £225,000, excluding local taxes. A limited number of build slots remain open, with a £35,000 deposit.

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

    ComponentSubcomponentJaguar XJS V12 HETWR Supercat
    Chassis Steel MonocoqueSteel Monocoque + Steel and Carbon Fibre Reinforcement
    SubframeFrontStamped Sheet MetalTWR Design, Tubular T45 Steel
     RearStamped Sheet MetalTWR Design, Tubular T45 Steel
    SuspensionFrontDouble WishboneTWR Design, Double Wishbone with Active Dynamics
     RearSemi Trailing ArmTWR Design, MultiLink with Active Dynamics
    WheelsFront15″ Alloy18″ TWR Design Forged Monoblok
     Rear15″ Alloy19″ TWR Design Forged Monoblok
    TyresFront215 / 70 R15275 / 35 ZR18
     Rear215 / 70 R15325 / 30 ZR19
    BrakesFrontVented Steel Disc, 4-pot CaliperVented Steel, 6-pot Caliper, Carbon Ceramic Option
     RearInboard Solid Disc, 2-pot CaliperVented Steel, 4-pot Caliper, Carbon Ceramic Option
     ABSYes12 Level Programmable ABS
    EngineDisplacement5.3 litre5.6 litre
     InductionNaturally AspiratedSupercharged
     Fuel InjectionFuel InjectedFuel Injected
     Bore & Stroke90mm x 70mm92mm x 70mm
    DrivetrainGearbox3 speed auto6 speed manual
     PropshaftSteelAluminium
     DifferentialOpenPlated Limited Slip
    Bodywork Sheet steelCarbon Fibre
    Technical DataBHP285bhp @ 5,500 rpm (max rpm 6,500rpm)660bhp @ 7,600 rpm (max rpm 7,750rpm)
     Torque (Nm)431Nm @ 3,000rpm730Nm @ 5,350 rpm
     Weight1,770 kg1,605 kg
    DimensionsLength (mm)47644766
     Width (mm)17931975
     Height (mm)12611210
     Track Width (mm)Front 1,489mm / Rear 1,504mmFront 1,604mm / Rear 1,604mm
     Wheelbase (mm)25912591
    Seats 2 + 2 Manual adjustments2x Fully Electric
    AdditionalTraction Control 5 Level Programmable
     Launch Control Yes
     Drive Modes 5 Independent
     Tyre Pressure Monitoring Yes

    About TWR:
    Established in 2020 by Tom Walkinshaw’s son, Fergus Walkinshaw, alongside his business partner John Kane, TWR aims to stretch the famous name into the modern automotive world. While a separate entity from the original Tom Walkinshaw Racing, the new company shares much of the DNA and spirit that helped the original TWR brand to become a world leader in performance and motorsport engineering. From its base in Newbury, Berkshire, TWR is making its name as a constructor of bespoke automobiles for a whole new generation, seeking to protect and perfect the analogue driving experience with its products, whilst also working with class-leading manufacturers to help maximise the potential of their offerings

    KEY PEOPLE
    Fergus Walkinshaw, Co-Founder & Technical Director 
    For Fergus Walkinshaw, TWR co-founder, success on the race track and through performance car engineering is in his DNA. His father, Tom, is the ‘TW’ in the first generation of TWR, and Fergus was along for as much of the fun as he could be. “Growing up, I was always around cars and motorsports. They’re part of the family – obviously because of my dad, but my mum was also very much into cars. There was no escape from it.”

    Walkinshaw’s upbringing, along with all things quick, served him well. He competed in the Ginetta Juniors championship and Supercup and fixed up his own and others’ cars for road and track. His aptitude for all things mechanical led him to the Automotive Engineering degree at the UK’s Oxford Brookes University. Walkinshaw aimed to use his knowledge to set up his race team.

    In the early 2010s, Walkinshaw’s motorsport business changed tack – he noticed there was more interest in modifying road cars and building track cars than creating machines for competition. We always tried to stick with more unique stuff where you had to think about it, design something. We wanted to do proper engineering.”

    It may seem like Walkinshaw was looking to follow in his father’s footsteps from early on, but that isn’t quite the case: “I wanted to go my own path with it. But there was always the heritage of what my dad did in the background.”

    Meeting co-founder John Kane through a rally, and establishing a relationship with him over years of building cars, Walkinshaw notes that the idea of bringing TWR back started as an initial business conversation that has now yielded the introduction of an extraordinary new car, the Supercat Super-GT.

    In realising their shared vision to build a car worthy of TWR’s racing and performance car heritage, they have created a new segment in the introduction of a true drivers’ Super-GT. This is just the beginning. “We’re not going to be a company that just does Jaguar, or restomods. We’re an engineering company that focuses on cars – road, or race and there is such diversity in the marques TWR has been associated with, our Supercat is just the start.

    John Kane, Co-Founder, TWR 
    John Kane is founder and co-owner of the next generation of TWR and is a man with a huge passion for cars. “From early on I always played around with and modified my cars. From a Vauxhall Belmont, to a Montego… even a Citroen AX. At this early stage he also had an affiliation with the big cats, buying an XJ6 and XJ-C along the way. I did the basics: wheels, stereo, lights, etc. I did what you did when you were young.” 

    Kane went into property development, which meant he left his Citroen behind: “In the 2000s I had a BMW 330Ci, then an M3 and progressed to a Ferrari 430. That was my first serious car. But I was, as before, into trying to make them better. That part is where my passion comes from.” 

    Kane found himself racing Caterhams, learning about dynamics and development, and creating fearsome track cars – including some incredible Time Attack machines. Having nurtured his passion for driving on track, and touring around the world, his collection grew to include over 50 cars. His tastes are broad, as he holds the keys for a selection of everything from a 1965 Lotus 7, and a Mini Cooper, to modern Supercars and Hypercars.

    It’s through that collection he crossed paths with Fergus Walkinshaw. In 2017 the pair met while taking part in a car rally and struck up a friendship. The duo ended up working together on a series of cars – even creating an unusual track spec Alfa Romeo 4C together. 

    In 2018 Kane took ownership of the facility TWR is based in now, though its purpose was not defined. He wanted to create a hub for car culture, this turned out to be the popular Podium Place in Newbury, UK. The plan was to open the space to other businesses, and early on it became clear that not only was TWR going to come back, but it would be from there it would make its return. 

    “The Supercat is the kind of car I want to build. A proper enthusiasts’ car. We call it a Super-GT, which in my mind is the best of all worlds. It’s the car that you can drive across countries with a passenger and a bunch of luggage, then take on a track.” Kane notes that track-biassed GTs come with plenty of punch, but not much space, and conventional GTs get space without the track chops. His ideal car is comfortable, adjustable, durable, and punishingly fast. His ideal car is the Supercat.

    For Kane, TWR’s attitude is key. He saw what the company did on and off track in its heyday and his goal is to carry on that spirit. With the XJS-based Supercat, he feels the company’s on the right track: “I feel like this is something that TWR would have done if they had the chance. TWR’s deal is to push the boundaries of what you can do with a car, and that’s what we’ve done.

    About Magnus Walker
    Magnus Walker is one of the best known petrolheads in the world. His distinctive style, and seemingly endless creativity has garnered him global respect. Above all else, though, is his passion. When Magnus Walker sets his mind to making something, you know it’ll be something truly special.

    Walker moved to the US from Sheffield in 1986, swiftly pouring his talent into his clothing line, Serious, which outfitted everyone from Alice Cooper to Madonna. The popularity of his designs allowed him to indulge another passion: real estate. After several timely building acquisitions in LA’s Downtown led him into the commercial film business, he also started amassing an enviable collection of Porsches. In 2012 the Urban Outlaw film made its debut. Telling the story of Walker and his race-inspired road-going Porsche builds, it made him an overnight star in the automotive world.

    His collection has since evolved – where once it was mostly made up of a single marque, today it features vehicles from brands located all over the world.

    Known for his distinctive dreadlocks and epic beard, Magnus Walker’s style has been wrought from decades working in several of the most creative industries on the planet, which is why we approached him to work with us on bringing the next generation of TWR to life.

    He is familiar with TWR’s stellar past, and knows the legacy the next generation has to live up to. Our collaboration will mark the first time Walker has worked in an official capacity with a vehicle manufacturer.

    An iconic marque, an iconic man… a combination that can only lead to great things.

    About Khyzyl Saleem
    If you’ve been anywhere near the internet, you’ll know Khyzyl Saleem’s work. A petrolhead from a young age, he got into photoshop, and then 3D modelling, which resulted in global acclaim for his myriad creations. His work took him to the world of video games, where he worked for Electronic Arts on various titles. In his free time, Khyzyl created his own takes on supercars, modified icons, and did whatever took his fancy in the virtual world. As a result of his tinkering, his Instagram account became a shop window for what happens when a truly brilliant mind is given the space to create anything they want, and it blew up. Soon enough everything he created became newsworthy.

    At the same time, Khyzyl set up LTO – Live To Offend. There was demand for Khyzyl’s work to make the leap from the virtual world to reality, and he was more than willing to make that happen, and so LTO was formed to create body kits for some of the world’s most iconic cars.

    You’ll likely have seen LTO’s work at events all over the globe, notably Las Vegas’ SEMA show where Khyzyl’s creations draw huge crowds. Such is the impact of his work, that Khyzyl’s been called upon by the likes of the late Ken Block, Travis Pastrana, and more to give their cars a little something that others simply don’t have.

    Though he’s been responsible for plenty of bodykits and renders over the years, before working with TWR Khyzyl hadn’t turned his skill to a whole car. This will be his first full-on design – every detail has come about as a result of his seemingly limitless creativity, of course with input from Walker.

    With Walker and Khyzyl on board, it’s clear to see that TWR is taking the next generation seriously: working with two of the greatest minds of the modern automotive era.

  • HWA Remasters Mercedes 190E, Pays Tribute to 190E 2.5-16 Evo II

    HWA Remasters Mercedes 190E, Pays Tribute to 190E 2.5-16 Evo II

    There’s no doubt that the so-called “Rad Era” of the 80s and 90s is one of the hottest segments in the classic car space. As Generation X ages and builds disposable income, more and more attention is being paid to the cars and fantasy cars of their youth. Throw in racing homologation provenance and you have a recipe for a win. Such is the case of the DTM-spec Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evo II.

    This final evolution of Mercedes’ 190 E (W201) was built with the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (a.k.a. DTM) touring car series in mind. That’s the same series that birthed the E30 M3, and while the box-flared Bimmer achieved icon and unaffordable status many years ago, the 190 E 2.5-16 is only more recently rediscovered. Prices have shot up over the last few years, and it’s likely this attention that inspired the team at a company by the name of HWA to consider a reinvention of the car.

    What is HWA? The acronym represents the initials of company founder Hans-Werner Aufrecht. The firm began business in motorsport back in 1999, managing motorsport campaigns for Mercedes- directly.

    HWA is a German engineering and racing-specialist firm with deep ties to AMG and the motorsport wing of Mercedes-Benz, creating strong and authentic ties to the marque of the three-pointed star. In part as celebration of HWA’s now 25 years of success with Mercedes-AMG, HWA began to envision the EVO as a collaboration with the restoration firm Curated. HWA plans to build just 100 units of their HWA EVO, aiming for a serious and substantive augmentation that will cost a cool €714,000.

    Each build will begin with a W201 chassis that is inspected by the HWA engineering team before replacing 75% of the car. This replacement includes removal of front and rear portions of the original steel chassis, replacing them with sub-frames manufactured in high-strength steel in order to improve rigidity. The A, B and C pillars are also replaced, resulting in a net result of doubling the car’s torsional stiffness – effectively elevating the W201 shell to modern supercar standards.

    HWA also moves the front axle 50 mm forward in order to allow the car’s 3.0-liter biturbo V6 to sit lower in the chassis. The car’s 6-speed manual gearbox gets relocated to the rear, bestowing the car with a lower center of gravity and perfect 50:50 weight distribution.

    The car also gets DTM-derived wishbones, machined wheel carriers, Brembo brakes (steel or ceramic), KW dampers (electric or manually adjustable), and H&R roll-bars. And all this top of the line component kit is expected, you’ll also be surprised to hear that HWA has worked with Bosch to develop ESP and ABS systems for the car, not to mention bespoke engine tuning.

    Typical of the price and the remaster segment where the HWA EVO sits, carbon fiber bodywork is definitely part of the mix, dropping the car’s curb weight even further.

    More Information: HWALegacy.com

  • Modena MA-01 Reimagines Maserati Biturbo Shamal

    Modena MA-01 Reimagines Maserati Biturbo Shamal

    One of the most interesting aspects of the whole automotive remastering segment is the notion of improving upon considerable flaws of the past. Admittedly, there is a segment of cars that were beautifully designed, perhaps even potently fast, but nevertheless flawed by unreliability. Such is the case of the Maserati Biturbo and pinnacle Shamal, cars that create lustful thoughts until reality sets in. Righting those mechanical wrongs can be an epiphany, and that’s what the shot the Modena MA-01 is calling, a shot that’ll set you back about a half million Euros.

    Modena Automobili was established in 2022 with the mission to reimagine “an iconic masterpiece of the nineties into a unique, modern, beautiful and fast car of our times.” Their first product is Project MA-01, and a this stage appears to be a computer rendering. Modena Automobili shares that it is a “work in progress”, they are “bringing forward with the help of top notch engineering companies and automotive industry experts on top of Modena Automobili internal team of passionate managers, entrepreneurs, experts of style, powertrain, mechanics, homologation and pilots.” That project is the creation of a Maserati Biturbo Shamal restored.

    For those unfamiliar, the Shamal was built from 1990-1996. It was one of the final cars produced by Maserati before Fiat took over the marque in 1993. Only 369 Shamals were produced, and it was the pinnacle of the Biturbo range, a product that actually began further back in 1982.

    Using the shell from a donor Biturbo, Modena Automobili builds from there using a more modern Maserati Ghibili S engine (tuned to 500 bhp) as well as the Ghibli’s 8-speed ZF transmission. Modena Automobili reports this configuration is capable of 0-62 mph in 5.0 seconds and a maximum speed of 180 mph.

    The design does take more liberties than we typically see in the restomod segment, particularly at the rear with its wrap-over C-pillar. Ducts added to the hood and wheel arch blisters, as well as exposed carbon fiber around LED lights all modernize the car considerably… though traditionalists might question how much modernization is needed. With restomods, this is always a balance and, on that scale, Modena Automobili pushes that envelope with the MA-01.

    More Information: Modena Automobili

  • Singer Celebrates Middle East Representation with Seven Car Lounge in Saudi Arabia

    Singer Celebrates Middle East Representation with Seven Car Lounge in Saudi Arabia

    • Singer partners with renowned luxury automotive group to provide support for clients commissioning restorations in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar.
    • Singer presents its Classic Turbo and DLS Turbo restoration services for the first time in Saudi Arabia.

    [source: Singer Vehicle Design]

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia– California-based luxury specialist, Singer, recognized worldwide for its restorations of the air-cooled Porsche 911, is today announcing the appointment of Seven Car Lounge as its new partner, supporting clients commissioning restorations in selected markets in the Middle East. The announcement was made today in Riyadh during a special event held for customers and the media.

    Singer’s focus on the region is part of a global strategy to form partnerships with world-class operations with deep experience in the luxury market. The company currently operates with valued partners in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

    Clients commissioning restorations in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar will now be able to learn about Singer’s restoration services and discuss their requirements with the experienced luxury automotive team from Seven Car Lounge. The announcement also means that both Singer’s existing clients and future owners in the region will have wider access to expert, in-country servicing and maintenance.

    At the launch event in Riyadh for owners, prospective owners and media, Singer and Seven Car Lounge showcased, for the first time in Saudi Arabia, two turbocharged Porsche 911s Reimagined by Singer. One car, in Singer Racing White and Green has been restored for its owner through Singer’s Classic Turbo services – which celebrate the iconic Type 930, launched in 1974. The second car, in Singer Racing White and FluroRed has been restored through Singer’s DLS Turbo services, inspired by the Type 934.5 endurance racer of 1977.

    Each Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer is unique and represents a personalized restoration of the owner’s Type 964 Porsche 911.

    Founder and Executive Chairman of Singer, Rob Dickinson commented – “Since I founded Singer in 2009, our mission has been to celebrate the brilliance and the heritage of the Porsche 911. Our goal is to connect with owners and enthusiasts around the world who share our obsession with this iconic sports car. We’re thrilled to be in Saudi Arabia and to experience another incredible car culture as we expand the support we can provide for our amazing clients. Seven Car Lounge are luxury specialists with a deep understanding of what it takes to be successful here and we’re excited to have them by our side.”

    Singer’s CEO, Mazen Fawaz noted – “Our work on behalf of Porsche owners is defined by a focus on beauty, craftsmanship and innovation. We’re delighted to be partnering with Seven Car Lounge, who share our commitment to excellence, and excited to bring these incredible cars and our awesome team from California and the UK to meet new audiences around the world.”

    Adel Alrajab, CEO of Seven Car Lounge commented: “We’re very happy to be working with such an exciting brand and to be supporting Singer’s clients in the region. We at Seven Car Lounge strive to provide a unique experience for our members by offering them the full range of services: from acquiring their dream car, servicing and storage at our world class facilities and, more importantly, unforgettable driving experiences that explore the beauty of Saudi Arabia and the wider world.

    Singer Summary
    Founded in California in 2009, Singer represents a philosophy expressed as A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence. The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 to reimagine bespoke restorations. Singer’s philosophy embodies:

    • A highly personalized approach and exquisite execution.
    • A passionate focus on iconic design and a homage to the world’s most iconic sportscars.
    • Modern engineering and material science combined with jewel-like details.
    • A deep connection with California and its automotive zeitgeist.

    Singer’s automotive services enable owners to restore beautiful, analogue sports cars for the road and track.

    About Seven Car Lounge
    Seven Car Lounge is a Saudi-made brand founded by Talal & Adel Alrajab in 2014. As a leader in the exotic and lifestyle industry, Seven focuses on elevating the ecosystem of collectable cars by offering the highest standards of professionalism and transparency for all their members and clients around the world. Seven’s services include sales, aftersales, and tailored driving experiences for both local and international clients.

    Singer Quick Timeline:
    2009 – Company founded; first restoration presented at Monterey Car Week
    2014 – First all-wheel-drive and Targa restorations completed
    2017 – Singer Reimagined watch company launched
    2018 – DLS services presented
    2022 – Classic Turbo services presented
    2023 – DLS Turbo services presented

    About Singer and our services
    We’re different from other car companies.
    Singer is not a manufacturer; we provide personalized restoration services for owners of air-cooled Porsche 911s.

    The correct way to describe a car that we have restored for its owner is:

    Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer
    Please use this terminology when writing about Singer, to help us make sure that our services are accurately described.

    We would also like to draw your attention to the following information about Singer.
    Singer is not sponsored, associated, approved, endorsed nor, in any way, affiliated with Porsche Cars North America, Inc., or Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche, AG. Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG is the owner of numerous trademarks, both registered and unregistered, including, without limitation, the Porsche Crest®, Porsche®, and the model numbers and names and the distinctive shapes of the Porsche automobiles, such as the federally registered 911 automobile. Any mention of Porsche Cars North America, Inc., or Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche, AG. trademarked names or other marks is for purpose of reference only.