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"Restoration of Rare Porsche 959 Limo Owned by Benihana Founder Underway"
automotive2 years ago

"Restoration of Rare Porsche 959 Limo Owned by Benihana Founder Underway"

John Ficarra has acquired Rocky Aoki's Porsche 959 limo, originally built for the Car and Driver One Lap of America, and is planning to restore it. The car, a stretched 911 Targa with a 959-aping body kit and custom white leather interior, was built for the 1991 event and ran in a Kirin Beer livery. Ficarra aims to bring the car back to its former glory with turbocharged power, reinforced chassis, and the original livery and interior. This unique piece of Porsche history deserves to be preserved and driven, and Ficarra is determined to make it happen.

"Experiencing the Futuristic Thrill: Driving Porsche's 959"
automotive2 years ago

"Experiencing the Futuristic Thrill: Driving Porsche's 959"

The Porsche 959 is a legendary and technologically advanced supercar that offers a glimpse into the future of Porsche. With features like center lock wheels, height-adjustable air suspension, all-wheel drive, and a water-cooled flat-six engine, the 959 is a marvel of engineering. Driving the 959 is a thrilling experience, with its staged sequential turbos delivering exhilarating acceleration. The car's handling is sharp and communicative, and its adjustable suspension keeps the ride comfortable. While driving on the autobahn, the power and speed of the 959 feel like something out of science fiction. Overall, the 959 showcases Porsche's commitment to creating exceptional cars that are both impressive and durable.

Is this Porsche 959 Sport Prototype the Fastest Factory Model Yet?
automotive2 years ago

Is this Porsche 959 Sport Prototype the Fastest Factory Model Yet?

A Porsche 959 Sport prototype, known as F9, is speculated to be the fastest 959 ever built, with a lighter curb weight and a more powerful twin-turbo flat-six engine. Despite being a bit rough around the edges due to its use as a test car, F9 is a complete car that performs astonishingly well, with a 0 to 60 mph time of 3.6 seconds and a run to 100 mph in just 8.3 seconds. Recently listed for sale at an undisclosed price, F9 is considered very special as the fastest 959 to leave the factory.