Singer Design creates the ultimate classic 911

Porsche has steadily evolved the 911 to the extent that some purists lament the passing of the air-cooled engine and classic upright shape that first saw the light of day in the 1960s.

Said individuals can now rejoice because California-based Singer Design has conjured up this sublime creation, which packages modern technology and refinement within the bodyshells of pre-1994 Porches.

The engines are based on the 3.6-litre air-cooled flat-six units from the 1990 964 series, and are balanced and blueprinted before being equipped with individual throttle bodies and a Motec ECU.

Power ranges from 225kW to 317kW (depending on the level of tune specified), channelled to the rear wheels via a five-speed Getrag G50 transmission from the 964 series cars or a six-speed Getrag G50 transmission from the 993 series. A limited-slip differential is optional.

Singer quotes a 0-60mph (0-96km/h) split of 3.9sec and top whack of 275km/h for the flagship model, which puts it more or less on par with the current 911 GT3.

The suspension features uprated Bilstein adjustable dampers and coil-over springs, while all bushings, connectors and front and rear sway bars are replaced by state-of-the-art units. Stopping power is also boosted via four-piston Brembo anchors.

The whole lot rides on newly developed forged aluminum three-piece wheels (9x17-inch at the front and 11x17 at the rear) in the style of the iconic Fuchs wheels designed in the 1960s.

The bodywork makes extensive use of carbonfibre, as the bonnet, front and rear guards and front and rear bumpers are crafted from the lightweight substance. There's also an optional integrated roll cage upholstered in padded leather.

The front spoiler is a fixed, flexible urethane unit while the rear spoiler is an active, speed-sensitive unit that rises into position at 100km/h and recalls the classic 'ducktail' from the 1973 Carrera RS.

The spoilers have black detailing like the Turbo Carreras of the 1970s and '80s, while the rear spoiler boasts a 1960s-inspired delicate chrome plated grille under which a tinted acrylic screen allows views of the engine.

Inside, the old-meets-new theme continues, with classic elements such as the RSR steering wheel, Heuer chronograph clock and leather-weave seats recapturing the essence of yesteryear's 911.

Singer Design plans to produce the delectable 911 in limited numbers, with pricing in the US around the $200,000 mark. Form an orderly queue...

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