California-based Porsche restomod specialist Singer Vehicle Design has unveiled its latest lustworthy 911-based creation, inspired by the widebody Carrera of the 1980s.
Officially called the Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer, it’s built around a 964 monocoque chassis as with the company’s other creations.
However, it’s the 930 Carrera that this pays homage to – specifically, the widebody models that blended the pumped-up look of the Turbo with the Carrera’s naturally aspirated flat-six.
And that’s exactly what powers this latest Singer creation. The atmo 4.0-litre engine used here is based on the 964’s engine, with it featuring four valves per cylinder, variable valve timing, water-cooled cylinder heads, and air-cooled cylinders.
That engine, which produces a healthy 315kW (420hp) and will rev higher than 8000rpm, is backed by a six-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive.
There are some big-name partners involved in the creation of this car, too. Cosworth has provided engineering input, Red Bull Advanced Technologies plays a role in strengthening the original 964 chassis, and the car’s driver aid systems have been developed with Bosch.
As a result, it features four-way remotely adjustable dampers with electronic damping control for precise handling, latest-generation ABS, traction control, electronic stability control, and selectable drive modes.
While built around a steel monocoque, the bodywork is carbon fibre to reduce mass and enhance stiffness.
Meanwhile, the interior is suitably updated with sport or track seats, a range of posh upholstery options including corduroy, air conditioning, and a navigation system with Apple CarPlay connectivity.
Singer doesn’t say just how much this creation will cost given the broad range of personalisation options for each build, but it has confirmed only 100 build slots will be available, with two personalised customer cars shown in the images you see here.
For interested owners, the build process begins with each customer sending their own 964 to Singer with the request to carry out a personalised restoration. With these cars now being over 30 years old, the first step of the restoration involves each owner’s car being carefully disassembled, with the interior, exterior bodywork, and mechanical components all removed.
Each chassis is then assessed, cleaned, and prepared so that it is in optimal condition for the next stages of restoration, which includes strengthening and stiffening the chassis.
