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For years, the name Singer evoked equal parts awe and skepticism. Enthusiasts were dazzled by the design, craftsmanship, and reverence for air-cooled Porsche heritage. But for those of us standing on the surface, reading spec sheets and watching jaw-dropping prices climb into the stratosphere, there was at all times that lingering doubt: Is a Singer really price it?
After digging deep into the newest creation from Singer, the Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer, it’s clear now that the praise is well-earned. We’ve spoken with owners, consulted trusted automotive journalists, and dissected what goes into one among these builds. And admittedly, we get it now. The experience Singer offers goes well beyond just nostalgia. It’s a reimagining of perfection.
Singer’s latest chapter pays homage to a hidden gem in Porsche’s lineage, the widebody, naturally aspirated G-series 911s from the Nineteen Eighties. Known in period because the Super Sport Equipment package, it was a curious anomaly — the muscular look of a 930 Turbo without the boost. Singer takes that concept and builds a brand new dream around it, one which’s powered by a state-of-the-art 4.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six, co-developed with Cosworth and bursting with 420 horsepower. It revs to over 8000 rpm, breathes through a titanium exhaust, and uses an progressive combination of air-cooled cylinders and water-cooled heads. That’s engineering wizardry worthy of Mezger’s legacy.
Underneath, the soul of the Type 964 lives on, but this is not any easy restomod. Red Bull Advanced Technologies, yes that Red Bull, provided input on chassis strengthening. Carbon fiber bodywork reduces weight while enhancing stiffness. Suspension is race-grade with four-way adjustable dampers featuring electronic control, a nose lift system, and carbon-ceramic brakes should you’re so inclined. And it’s all wrapped around a six-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive, just because the gods intended.
One of the crucial astonishing things about Singer is the depth of personalization. Every part from the paint to the upholstery — velvet corduroy seats in Mars Pink, anyone? — is tailor-made. And should you can’t determine between the classic whale tail or a motorsport-inspired splitter and wing, you may have each. Literally. Singer will provide interchangeable bodywork in custom flight cases.
The 2 configurations shown with this release are a study in contrast: one a sleek touring spec in “Celeste Passalacqua,” the opposite a hardcore sports setup in “Giallo Segnale” with rally lights and a set wing. Each sit on white 18-inch center-lock wheels. Each are singular expressions of their owner’s vision, curated all the way down to the last stitch of hand-burnished leather.
But beyond the hardware and heritage, the thing that finally tipped us over the sting was the testimony of homeowners and journalists alike. The way in which they speak about these cars goes beyond performance metrics. It’s about emotional connection. Every Singer is a love letter to the analog driving experience. They aren’t just beautiful. They feel right. That’s hard to quantify, but unattainable to disregard.
So yes, we’ll eat just a little crow. We once questioned whether Singer’s status was inflated by hype and exclusivity. Now we see the sunshine. And while we haven’t driven one ourselves yet, we’re holding out hope that someday we’ll get to row through the gears of a Singer masterpiece and experience that relentless pursuit of excellence firsthand.
Until then, we’ll keep admiring from afar. Because if ever there was a automotive worthy of obsession, the 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer is it.
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