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963 Street, GT2R Shell and Hydroplaned | EP 253


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Porsche 963 Street-Legal Reveal at Le Mans

  • Porsche is set to unveil a street-legal version of the 963 Hypercar during the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June.

  • This exclusive project echoes the legendary 917/30 road car, celebrating 50 years since its creation.

  • Discussion: What does this mean for the Porsche collector market? Where does this car fit in the modern hypercar landscape?

Champion Porsche Controversy

  • Co-owner resigns after sending an antisemitic text to a customer.

  • Recap of previous scandals: past VP of sales took deposits for non-existent allocations, misappropriating funds.

  • Thoughts on dealership culture, ethics, and the impact on Porsche's reputation.

Tariff Turbulence: Porsche's Price Hikes and Market Moves

  • 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and parts are causing Porsche to hold cars at US ports and ship fewer units.

  • New 911 Carrera price up to $129,950—an $8k increase. Corvette Z06 now looks like a bargain in comparison.

  • Discussion: How will tariffs impact buyers, dealers, and Porsche's financial outlook? Will some buyers be priced out, or will demand remain strong for rare models?

Collector & Auction Corner

1997 Porsche 993 GT2 R Shell at Auction

  • Rare GT2 R shell with a storied racing past, including ties to Klaus Abbelen and Sabine Schmitz.

  • Expected to fetch $500k–$800k despite being just a rolling shell.

Porsche's Financial Outlook & Potential Heritage Sales

  • Porsche is forecasting a €1 billion loss over the next few years.

  • Could Porsche sell off rare race cars or heritage assets if finances worsen? Discussion of historical precedents and the possible impact on the collector market.

Community & Listener Q&A

Ruckus Recap & 964 Market Update

  • Quick update on recent events and the current state of the Porsche 964 market.

Industry News & Trends

Porsche Penske Racing Success

  • Porsche Penske's 1-2 finishes at Sebring highlight the versatility of the 963 platform.

  • What does this mean for Le Mans and the broader racing program?2

992.2 Turbo Hybrid Confirmation

  • Official confirmation of the 992.2 Turbo hybrid and discussion on the future of the 911 lineup.

Final Thoughts

  • Porsche's Le Mans reveal and ongoing collector car activity reinforce its motorsport DNA.

  • Dealership scandals and tariff challenges highlight ongoing risks for the brand.

  • Open discussion: What do these developments mean for Porsche owners, collectors, and enthusiasts?

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