We’re always down for the latest Singer commission around these parts, and the car you see here certainly qualifies. Built to the firm’s Classic Turbo specification, this Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer stylistically builds on the classic G-body 80s 911 yet takes it to a whole other level of cool.
The paint color, a light blue not altogether far from Gulf Blue, is known as Azzurro La Plata. It features ghosted stripes to add to the sporting appeal. Several photos of the car were posted to their Facebook Page.
Inside, the cockpit is primarily onyx leather with Alcantara and houndstooth fabric on select surfaces including lightweight, carbon fiber track seats. Light blue accents continue on the inside, including powder blue seatbelts, lower cabin surfaces and portions of the instrumentation.
In the rear, a harness bar and cross brace includes Singer badge in brass.
It being a Singer, the car is based on a 964 even though it stylistically now resembles a G-body much more closely. It’s powered by a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged intercooled flat six.
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:
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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.
When we think about the remasters, Singer Vehicle Design definitely sets the bar for the rest of the field. Their level of craftsmanship and attention to detail is really above and beyond. And, now that they’ve expanded into their latest Classic Turbo range, it’s fascinating to see them expand the Singer tailoring formula.
Most know that Singer began with a reimagining of the Porsche 964, backdating it first to more of an early ’70s 911 of the iconic so-called “long hood” era. More recently, they’ve gone a different direction with their 964-based builds, offering their Classic Turbo formula that reimagines the bigger bumper 80s G-body look that is perhaps more appealing to a younger clientele who hark those rad-era 911s.
This latest round of photos was shot at Goodwood Motor Circuit, and it times not long after the Goodwood Revival. The car itself is handsome enough in Palm Green Metallic, but it’s inside the cabin where their craftsmen really went above and beyond.
The Cognac leather is accented by woven leather seating surfaces patterned after Porsche’s iconic Pasha waving checkered flag cloth. Wood accents add a further level of luxury to this Classic Turbo, with warm brown wood tones on the dash strip, gear shift, handbrake and even door panels where it artfully integrates the door release lever in a way that much improves the classic appearance of those iconic door panel saddle bags.
Check out the images below, and make sure to like and follow Singer Vehicle Design on social media channels like their Facebook post embedded above in order to catch the latest from the California-based builder.
Perhaps the most exclusive event during Monterey Car week is The Quail. Okay, the private owner dinners of posh brands may be more exclusive, but as mainstream events The Quail is both the most expensive ticket and also awash in the most exclusive cars… cars like this Singer Classic Turbo.
The Quail may very well be the heir to the Geneva Motor Show throne. Here, producers of the most exotic and expensive automobiles are on display while a concentration of the most wealthy car enthusiasts in the world stroll around them taking it all in. Where once the industry auto show held in Switzerland wore that crown, The Quail seems more than happy to take the throne as car events move out of convention centers like Geneva’s Palexpo and more into the lifestyle space.
Vintage Porsche tailor Singer has been a regular at The Quail for years, debuting new models here and configuring them in the most tasteful specifications. Perhaps our favorite on the stand was this Classic Turbo version produced in Turbo Racing White with Seafoam shoulder stripe. This car is known as the “Fuji Commission”.
Beyond the sublime color choices, this car stood out further for its painted Turbo-style stripe graphics (no vinyl here) that hark striping on the earliest Porsche 911 Turbos of the 1970s. At the same time its handsome plaid fabric seats continued the 70s vibe, though in a decidedly timeless way.
If you missed swinging by the Singer house during Monterey Car Week, you’re not alone. Those who did would have seen these three cars. Shot most beautifully by @huck93, these shots of the cars were shared on Singer’s social channels.
Even better, they also shared the paint names for the three finishes. These include the DLS Turbo in Turbo Racing White with Fluro Red accents, the Classic Turbo in Turbo Racing White and Seafoam and the DLS in Parallax White and Norfolk Yellow.
