Porsche 964 Carrera RS
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- A German market delivered example
- 1 of 1,910 lightweight or basic examples produced
- Mechanically excellent, with a blueprinted engine rebuild, bigger cams, lightened flywheel, and aftermarket exhaust
The original RS offerings, such as the limited-run Carrera RS 2.7 and RS 3.0 from 1973-1975, proved immensely popular with enthusiasts seeking a more track-focused alternative to the standard 911.
The RS nameplate was revived in 1992 with the introduction of the 964-generation Carrera RS for European and international markets. Unfortunately, US buyers received a more watered-down version in the form of the RS America. However, the new 964 RS drew heavily from the 964 Carrera Cup race cars, featuring a 260-hp air-cooled flat-six, a close-ratio G50 transmission, a lightweight magnesium wheel set, and a track-tuned suspension. Interior amenities were stripped out to further reduce weight. In total, Porsche built 2,276 examples of the 964 Carrera RS, including 1,910 « basic » lightweight versions, 76 « touring » models with some creature comforts, and 290 « sport » N/GT variants intended for racing. The 964 Carrera RS was a triumphant reintroduction of the iconic RS line, capturing the spirit of the original 1970s models in a thoroughly modern package.