2010 Singer Porsche 911

[Malloy]

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Singer Vehicle Design rolled out its first prototype, plainly named the "Singer 911," at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance last month. Based on an '80s-era long-wheelbase 911 donor vehicle, the company strips each chassis to its bare shell for "reinvention" into what Singer calls a "celebration of the golden air-cooled era of the world's most important sports car."

Incontestable is its vintage Porsche 911 look. However, the Singer 911 is far from antiquated. The complete reincarnation includes chassis stiffening, new active aerodynamics, and a lightweight integral backbone structure and roll cage to improve torsional rigidity. Most interestingly, nearly all of the steel body panels are replaced by full carbon fiber composite bodywork candy-coated in Singer's exclusive "Racing Orange" paint.

Under the rear decklid is an air-cooled 3.82-liter flat-six sporting six individual throttle bodies. With a GT3 crankshaft and titanium connecting rods, the powerplant spins eagerly to 8,000 RPM. The engine sends 425 horsepower and 340 lb-ft of torque to a proper Getrag G50 six-speed manual transmission. According to the engineering team, the 2,400-pound Singer 911 will sprint to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds. Top speed is in excess of 170 MPH.

Under the skin are Moton shock absorbers, Eibach coil-overs, and Smart Racing Products adjustable sway bars. The four-piston brakes are sourced from the race-bred Porsche 930. Completing the performance package, and appearing period-correct, are the custom Zuffenhaus forged aluminum three-piece "Fuchs" wheels.

Singer's attention to detail carries throughout the vehicle... with a decidedly modern touch. State-of-the-art Hella bi-xenon headlamps reside within the headlight buckets, while a special lightweight air-conditioning system keeps occupants cool (keen eyes will notice that even the 911's windshield wipers have been relocated to the optimal center-mounted "993" position). The audio system includes satellite radio, iPod, and Bluetooth connectivity. Navigation assistance is provided by a Garmin-sourced GPS.

The Singer 911 isn't for everyone, and its still-unannounced pricing will reflect that exclusivity. Touted by Singer as "the love child of a 1967 911S, a 1973 911 Carrera RS and a 1996 993 RS," the car is crafted for the passionate car enthusiast who is seeking a viscerally intense vehicle, surprising sophisticated, yet very reliable. It's an emotional thing. If the Singer 911 doesn't drop your jaw at first glance, it probably never will.

Singer has promised Autoblog a drive and full review before the end of the year, so stay tuned.

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[jefe_not]

Cute. I guess that's one way to go "retro"... I like it.

[rsdeo]

That is so hot. I love NA 911s without the rear "whale tail". Nice flared arches.

[Malloy]

Nothing cute about 2400lbs and 425 n/a hp ;)

BTW, thats a 17x11 with 275/40/17 out back

[jefe_not]

I was thinking of the color combination and the fact that a lot of people would look over and dismiss it thinking it was just another older Porsche. It really does look like an interesting ride.

[Sawbladz]

That car is all about the details. Absolutely LOVE the orange tach. I'm not a big Porsche guy but I think this car is pure sex.

[Solo1Supra]

To quote Phil B, I'm sporting twig. I LOVE the look of the car.

[Greg G]

a lot of people would look over and dismiss it thinking it was just another older Porsche.

double check the selling prices of these older porsches... theyre on fire and in big demand.

Nice find Mike... I wasnt aware of this car.

Crazy badazz.

Stunning photograghy too.

[krednjen]

Can't put a price on freezing a moment in time.
PS: There is a screaming face on the tach........WTF?????

[kmfdmk]

Pure sex, and yes there does appear to be a screaming singer as the background for the tach.

[BillyM]

I think I'm in love...

...that company needs to do the exact same thing with the 240sx with a TVR inline six powerplant. I will commit haneous crimes to acquire one.

--billyM

[Michael764]

Finally Some one posts a car that actually deserves something, :thumbsup:

I Always Loved Porsches, The Curvier and Smaller the better:naughty:
:salute::salute::salute:

Can't put a price on freezing a moment in time.
PS: There is a screaming face on the tach........WTF?????



Thats The reflection of the passenger, any one who got to drive melted into a puddle.

[rabidchimp.com]

Damn.that is the shit!
-Aaron

[Eric]

Wow, that looks really good. Maybe it's just because I see so many around, but new Porsches are getting a little boring. I can think of a few guys around Cincy here that WILL HAVE TO HAVE one.

[Malibyte]

That thing is the shitz. I'm sure it'll be ridiculously expensive, but I love it. I so wanted a 911S when I was in high school...!

[Greg G]

Ironically, my buddy's recent TdF 2.7R resto seems to have been a major influence over this Singer creation. Excellence magazine just did a feature on the car in their Nov 2009 issue... early edition here:

http://www.excellence-mag.com/art1/art1p1.php

Stu is a dear friend of mine, and an absolute nutjob for all things Porsche.

[FreekyFrac]

Ironically, my buddy's recent TdF 2.7R resto seems to have been a major influence over this Singer creation. Excellence magazine just did a feature on the car in their Nov 2009 issue... early edition here:

http://www.excellence-mag.com/art1/art1p1.php

Stu is a dear friend of mine, and an absolute nutjob for all things Porsche.

G,

You are poster child for the term "Plethora of Information"

[discoelk]

Saw it on another forum a few days ago. The attention to detail is stunning.

[Muchbzy]

First of all, Damn it Mike! Shouldn't you be getting ready for SEMA?? And not giving me all this eye candy lately?? Second, the details on this thing are amazing! Look at the flush fitting front signals and such, this car is amazing. Pure sex.

Amen, on the photography, great pictures, stunning.

[Phil G.]

That is awesome - love the photography as well. This body style 911 does it for me as well (my favorite is the 1973 RS version).

[kvanderlaag]

I wanted an 80s 911 - it is the only car I would sell the Supra for.

Now I changed my mind - I want this.

Actually, I want two or three.

[jefe_not]

I just don't understand why you can't have both...

[rsdeo]

I think I'm in love...

...that company needs to do the exact same thing with the 240sx with a TVR inline six powerplant. I will commit haneous crimes to acquire one.

--billyM

Great idea if they do it to a 240Z to 280z.

[BillyM]

did I seriously type 240sx? ...god I hope you people realize I meant 240z...

*looks*

Oh lord, I did. *facepalm*

--billyM

[dannyr]

I Always Loved Porsches, The Curvier and Smaller the better:naughty:


You could say the same about women. lol.

[ra24man]

(runs to change pants)

I love gutters

[rabidchimp.com]

I love gutters

So does my mind.
-Aaron

[Sawbladz]

did I seriously type 240sx? ...god I hope you people realize I meant 240z...

*looks*

Oh lord, I did. *facepalm*

--billyM

You mean you aren't a fanboi drifter? Since when!? lol

[BillyM]

There were a TON of 240z's at the last Food Lion AutoFair, and it made me want an updated 240 so bad....

--billyM

[jefe_not]

Yep, the 240Z was and is a Classic. Very attractive automobile with the emphasis on the mobile...

[Supra'85]

that is gorgeous i would take one in a heartbeat

the interior is awesome i like the simplistic design of it


-Justin-

[Greg G]

Dear XXXXXX,


Many thanks for your interest in the Singer 911 Concept.

Due to the positive response the car has received in the last few weeks, we are actively spearheading a program to develop the concept into a fully operational prototype that accurately reflects the series cars we plan to be producing in 2010.

This development process will entail extensive road and track testing and a full shakedown of the car’s many unique features. The purpose is to present a car that effectively captures the magic of the air-cooled 911 and fully optimizes and enhances the experience for the 21st century. Our intent is to make a car that is both beautiful and thoroughly useable and we aim to offer the finished Singer 911 for press and customer appraisal before the end of the year.

Our 911 Concept is by definition an extravagantly engineered and specified vehicle and we are working to keep as much of that content in the car as possible while retaining an acceptable price point. The exact costing of the car is still being determined; we are working on option and power packages and our initial estimates suggest that entry-level cars could be in the $225K range. A comprehensive pricing structure will be in place in October, and we would be happy to notify you at that time.

The first series of cars will be painstakingly constructed to extremely exacting standards and should each take approximately four months to complete. We are currently speaking with individuals who have expressed a desire in becoming the first Singer owners and who wish to be part of the cars’ active development. Such early builds will commence this year but our broader objective is to offer an exclusive number of build spots per year, with customers allocated a build position and guaranteed delivery date upon receipt of a deposit.

If you would like to discuss an early production car or a build allocation for 2010, please feel free to contact us via email or at the numbers below.

Thanks again for your enquiry.

Sincerely,


Rob Dickinson


ROB DICKINSON, CREATIVE DIRECTOR
SINGER VEHICLE DESIGN
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, U.S.A
+001 323 799 1237 office
+001 646 286 1660 mobile
ROB@SINGERVEHICLEDESIGN.COM
WWW.SINGERVEHICLEDESIGN.COM

[krednjen]

the interior is awesome i like the simplistic design of it


-Justin-
The MKI instrument cluster and steering wheel were patterned off the early 911. Much much more feature laden though, and extending down to the trans tunnel. That is not the Porsche steering wheel I am referring to though.

[Malloy]

$225k. Not bad for a $20k base price ;)

[Solo1Supra]

If I had the cash, I'd be on the list of buyers.

[Malloy]

Yea man. Hell, look at the stupid $ some of us dump into a mk2, or mk4. Modded Supra will only go down in value and boast lower reliability.

These Singer cars will only appreciate...and the owners wont have to change anything to ensure an exhilarating experience.

[ra24man]

Yea man. Hell, look at the stupid $ some of us dump into a mk2, or mk4. Modded Supra will only go down in value and boast lower reliability.

These Singer cars will only appreciate...and the owners wont have to change anything to ensure an exhilarating experience.
True that...I love the concept...keep the core attributes of the car while adding some 21st Century tech advancements to make it an even more formidable machine, all the while using TASTE. I'd buy one if money wasn't so tight. :eekfacepalm:

[BillyM]

Yea man. Hell, look at the stupid $ some of us dump into a mk2, or mk4. Modded Supra will only go down in value and boast lower reliability.

These Singer cars will only appreciate...and the owners wont have to change anything to ensure an exhilarating experience.

That they will appreciate is debateable, as people could just as easily have one built to the same specifications, but yes, you're right in the comparison.

--billyM