Jesse James
The good folks over at Porsche have partnered with RM Sotheby’s for a charity auction. In doing so, the two will auction off a special 991-generation 911. The proceeds will then be donated to United Way Worldwide’s COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund. As for the car itself, it is the last 911 Speedster ever produced within the 991 generation. The ride features a sleek GT Silver Metallic paint job and outstanding attention to detail from bumper to bumper. Power comes from a 4.0-L naturally aspirated flat-six that cranks out 502 horsepower, which is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox.
The winner of the auction will also receive a Porsche 911 Speedster Heritage Design Chronograph watch and a host of other details. They will also get a book documenting the production of the final 911 Speedster, as well as a private tour of the Porsche AG Weissach development headquarters. Klaus Zellmer, President, and CEO of Porsche Cars North America, spoke about the auction. He stated: “We are all profoundly affected by the current situation and the immediate impact it’s having on those most at risk in our communities.” Zellmer added, “United Way continues to step up to the plate, and their response to this crisis has been quite impressive. So we are proud to do our part. I also appreciate the swift support of RM Sotheby’s to make this possible, and I am hopeful that the sale of a very special Porsche will help in a small way.”
Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser also opened up about the vehicle. He stated: “Not only does this mark the end of what, for me, was a special era but it’s especially rewarding that the last car to reach the end of the line should be the ultimate – the Speedster combined everything we learned and is the 991 in its purest form. I hope this really unique car can make a big difference to those who need help right now – and that the fortunate buyer enjoys it and drives it as we always intended.”
The online-only auction opens 11 a.m. EDT on April 15th over at RM Sotheby’s. Don’t miss out. In the meantime, keep it locked with The Culture Curators for more from the auto world coming very soon.
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