During development of the E90/92 variant of the M3, BMW’s Motorsport department weighed its options for a powertrain. It was necessary for the new car to have markedly higher power output than the outgoing E46 model, but without sacrificing weight. It landed on designing an all-new aluminum V-8 displacing four litres and producing 414 hp while r..
The BMW M3 needs little introduction to even the most casual automotive enthusiast. Based on the fabulous E30 platform, the first M3 was built strictly to satisfy FIA homologation regulations for BMW’s assault on touring car racing and rallying. The modern-day 2.3-liter, four-cylinder engine was developed for the M3, producing roughly 190 hp. De..
Launched in late 1993 and on sale shortly thereafter, the Porsche 993 was the last 911 to use an air-cooled engine. A significant advance both visually and technically, the 993 was stated to be 80% new, sharing only a roof and front lid with its 964 predecessor. Per Porsche custom, the list of 993 variants was extensive and included a 4S model t..
Unveiled at the September 1993 Frankfurt Motor Show, the 993 was Porsche’s last air-cooled 911. While preserving many elements of the classic 911 silhouette, the new Tony Hatter-penned design was considered revolutionary, rather than evolutionary, from its predecessors in terms of performance, handling, comfort, and safety. Starting with the 199..
Introduced in 1999, the 996 GT3 continued Porsche’s tradition of producing lightweight, performance-oriented 911s that were equally at home on the track or the road. Developed to homologate the 911 GT3 RS and RSR race cars for motor sports competition, enthusiasts residing in North America had to wait until the 2004 and 2005 model years to purch..
Built on its basic but dynamically superior E30 chassis, BMW developed the M3 to compete with Mercedes-Benz in various forms of motor sports, including touring car racing and rallying. Helping to differentiate it from the standard E30 coupe were unique bodywork featuring boxed fender flares and a rear wing, and most importantly, the S14 DOHC fou..
Launched in 2005, the 997 represented a significant overhaul of the Porsche 911 range. Utilizing much of its predecessor’s underlying platform, the 997 was distinguished via more traditional aesthetics including upright, oval headlights and a richer, quieter cabin. Drivers desiring more performance could step up to a Carrera S, featuring a more ..
Introduced for the 1989 model year, the 964 was the third generation of Porsche’s perennial sports car. While appearing similar to its predecessor, Porsche claimed the 964 was 85% new, retaining little from the long-lived G series besides its classic silhouette. Aerodynamic front and rear bumpers and an automatically extending rear spoiler were ..
Introduced for the 1997 model year in North America, the Carrera 2S was one of the rarer Porsche 993 variants. The only rear-wheel drive model built with the wider bodywork of the Turbo, the 2S was powered by a 3.6-liter, 282 hp flat-six engine, and featured a unique split-rear grille that paid homage to the 1962 356 B “Twin Grille” Roadster.
The 993 was the fourth generation of Porsche’s seminal 911 sports car. The model spawned several variants including a 4S which shared the Turbo’s wider body shell and all-wheel drive, but was powered by the naturally aspirated 3.6-liter flat-six. One of 937 models exported to North America for the 1997 model year, this Porsche 993 Carrera 4S is ..
Fully restored 1954 C1 Corvette in Black. Stunningly beautiful car, feels like driving a sculptural work of Art. Known to be the oldest Corvette on t..