- This classic 911 has been bathed in Signal Orange with a 3.4-liter flat-six.
- The RSR Project has fitted new seats with houndstooth fabric inserts.
- Prices for one of the firm’s special 911s start at around $375,000.
As long as the Porsche 911 continues to grow larger, heavier, and more complex, demand for back-to-basics 911 restomods is likely to increase. Vehicles like these have soared in popularity in recent years, and the team from The RSR Project has just unveiled their latest reimagining of a classic 1986 model.
The car takes inspiration from original RSR models and is bathed in Signal Orange. Hidden beneath the voluptuous bodywork is a 3.4-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine with a twin-plug ignition system, paired with a five-speed manual transmission. The RSR Project hasn’t said if this engine packs any more grunt than the original, but it certainly looks like a work of art and has been completely rebuilt.
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All Porsche 911 donor cars sent to the company are stripped down and completely restored from the ground up. Custom fenders are welded into place before the entire body is resprayed in the color of the customer’s choosing. The team then begins the timely task of rebuilding each car, installing new brakes and modern suspension components.
May The Restomods Continue
Every car also benefits from an overhauled interior. In the case of this example, it has gorgeous houndstooth fabric incorporated into the leather seats. The dashboard, headliner, and door panels have also been re-trimmed, and there’s an upgraded Griffiths air conditioning system. Those seats don’t just look the part either as they are also heated, which is perfect for cold weather.
“The RSR Project was started because I wanted to build a custom for myself,” company boss Richard Schickman said. “That finished car was so well-received when out on the road that I recognized I could turn this into a business. With a background in operations and manufacturing, my professional skillset has served the company well as we continue to grow and take on new commissions.”
Prices start at $375,000, donor car included, and each commission typically takes between 12 and 18 months to complete. It’s not a small investment, but for buyers chasing the perfect fusion of heritage and craftsmanship, this niche continues to have plenty of fuel in the tank.
