- Singer, the restoration boutique that specializes in Porsches, just released its newest creation, officially titled the Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer.
- The newest Singer is inspired by the rare M491 “Turbo Look” of the 1980s, with power sourced from a 420-hp 4.0-liter flat-six.
- Cosworth helped develop the engine, with Red Bull Advanced Technologies providing chassis support; Singer is limiting commissions to 100 cars.
Singer, the California-based restoration boutique that specializes in reimagining Porsche 911s, just released its newest product. As Singer (and our legal team) is quick to point out, the brand is in no way affiliated with or endorsed by Porsche, hence the new model’s official name: Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer. Doesn’t that just roll right off the tongue?SingerAs with every other car restored by Singer, the newest project requires the customer to supply a donor 911 from the 964 generation. For those that aren’t fluent in Porsche, the internal code 964 references the 911 generation that spanned from 1989 to 1994. The change for Singer’s newest project is that, rather than draw inspiration from the original long-nose 911s, the Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer is inspired by the later “G” body versions. Specifically, it draws inspiration from the “Turbo Look” offered on the Carrera between 1984 and 1989, which Porsche internally called the M491 cars. SingerSingerSinger’s version uses a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six that the company says is based on the 964’s original engine. Development for the mill was a joint operation between Singer and Cosworth. It’s the first engine Singer has employed with variable valve timing, and it’s the first air-cooled engine Singer has used, combining water-cooled cylinder heads with air-cooled cylinders. On top of giving the engine a broader usable range, power is also up. The engine now churns out 420 horsepower, which feeds the rear axle through a six-speed manual transmission. Despite its looks, the Singer is undoubtedly a modern car. As such, there are five drive modes to choose from (Road, Sport, Track, Off, and Weather), which adjust the traction control and electronic stability control. The new Singer also gains four-way adjustable dampers that add a front-end lift system and can be adjusted from the driver’s seat.SingerSingerWhile the chassis under the car is still technically the donor car’s original monocoque, Singer worked with Red Bull Advanced Technologies to increase the strength and torsional rigidity. After disassembling the car down to the chassis, the Red Bull team used composite and steel to reinforce the frame. Instead of refitting the original body back to the car, Singer replaces it with a carbon-fiber version inspired by the M491 cars. Singer gives its customers the choice of adding the famous whale tail rear wing or leaving it off.SingerThe interior is where Singer really lets the customer go hog wild. From bespoke paint colors to choices for the type of leather and even options for how the customer wants the leather stitching finished, the brand wants to give customers the chance to personalize their car. Singer doesn’t disclose pricing, but each car’s final cost will likely vary given the personal touches and differences in each required restoration. Rest assured, none will be inexpensive, though, with estimates for typical Singer builds falling in the $500,000 price range. As for the Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer, the brand intends to take just 100 commissions. More Singer CreationsJack Fitzgerald’s love for cars stems from his as yet unshakable addiction to Formula 1.
After a brief stint as a detailer for a local dealership group in college, he knew he needed a more permanent way to drive all the new cars he couldn’t afford and decided to pursue a career in auto writing. By hounding his college professors at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he was able to travel Wisconsin seeking out stories in the auto world before landing his dream job at Car and Driver. His new goal is to delay the inevitable demise of his 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Source: caranddriver.com
