Porsche 964 Carrera RS
Highlights
- 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.