Porsche 911 Turbo 50 Years unveiled during 2024 Monterey Car Week
August 15 2024 - 9:42PM
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 911 Turbo, Porsche is
celebrating with an exclusive special edition of the sports car
icon. The “911 Turbo 50 Years” combines exceptional performance and
luxurious materials with particularly exclusive styling elements.
The interior and exterior of the car adopt design touches from
historic 911 Turbo models, which are supplemented by timeless and
elegant styling elements. An optional Heritage Design Package
enriches the look of the anniversary model further. Porsche is
limiting the 911 Turbo 50 Years, based on the current 2025 911
Turbo S (992.1), to 1,974 units globally, paying tribute to the
year the 911 Turbo was first shown.
Unmistakable anniversary model
The Porsche 911 Turbo (Type 930) redefined what
was possible when it was first shown in 1974. It brought
turbocharging technology – which Porsche initially used in race
cars such as the 917/10 and 917/30 – to the roadgoing 911 along
with a unique design and an almost unparalleled level of daily
usability for a sports car. The 911 Turbo 50 Years is based on the
current 2025 911 Turbo S and pays tribute to this
achievement.
The standard decals on the side of the car are
inspired by the decor used on the Porsche 911 RSR Turbo, which was
shown at the IAA in 1973 as the inspiration for what would become
the 911 Turbo. For the first time on a 911, the new anniversary
model is also adorned with Turbonite; a color exclusive to Porsche
Turbo models The inlays in the rear decklid, the fuel cap and the
Porsche crest are also painted in Turbonite. The special shade is
also used as a contrast color and in the “turbo 50” model
designation. Paying tribute to historic Turbo models, the rear
wing, lower rear fascia, exterior mirror base and air intake
grilles are painted in Anthracite Grey. A badge on the rear decklid
grille shows a turbocharger icon and the years “1974-2024”. The LED
lights in the doors project the image of a turbocharger icon on the
ground when the doors are opened. As standard, the 911 Turbo 50
Years is fitted with 911 Turbo S Exclusive Design wheels painted in
Turbonite.
Interior inspired by 1970s Zeitgeist
The interior of the 911 Turbo 50 Years also pays
tribute to historic Turbo models. As an exclusive homage to the
early Porsche 911 Turbo models, the seat centers and inner door
panels are upholstered in “MacKenzie“ tartan. Contrasting elements
in Turbonite provide an additional differentiation to the standard
911 Turbo S model. This includes seat belts, contrast stitching,
trim pieces in black leather and the Porsche crest on the steering
wheel. The door sill guards in brushed aluminum feature an
illuminated “turbo 50“ model designation, which is also stitched
into the headrests of the standard Adaptive Sport Seats Plus. The
back side of the left rear seat also features a “turbo 50“
designation. Above the glove compartment, an anniversary plaque
made of aluminum is mounted, showing the “turbo 50“ and the
individual limited number of each model. The A-pillars, sun visors
and roof liner are upholstered in perforated Race-Tex. The
dashboard features a Porsche Design sub-second clock in a specific
“turbo 50“ design.
Even more history with Heritage Design
Package
The optionally available Heritage Design Package
“50 Years Turbo“ includes a number of additional exclusive design
and equipment features inspired by 911 Turbo models of the 1970s.
The base color used for the Heritage Design Package is Aventurine
Green Metallic. A high-quality decal set in white silk matte is
available as part of the Heritage Design Package, which consists of
three elements: The lollipop with an individually selectable number
between 0 and 99, as well as “50 Years turbo“ and “Porsche“ model
designations. These graphics can also be partially or completely
deleted, if preferred. The hood and the wheel center caps of the
Sport Classic Wheels painted in brilliant silver and white feature
the historic Porsche crest from 1964. The model designations “turbo
50“ and “Porsche“ at the rear are painted in gold, while the
interior is fitted with extended leather surfaces and additional
design elements in tartan, such as the dashboard trim, the glove
compartment and the inlays of the seat backs. The steering wheel
features the historic Porsche crest, while the storage compartment
in the center console has a “Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur“
designation. The dials in the instrument cluster as well as the
Sport Chrono clock are kept in green as part of the Heritage Design
Package.
Superior in performance, style and
tradition
Technologically, the Porsche 911 Turbo 50 Years
is based on the current 2025 911 Turbo S. Its 3.7 liter boxer
engine with VTG-twin-turbocharging produces 640 hp and 590 lb.-ft.
of torque. Based on a curb weight of 3,649 lbs., this results in a
power-to-weight ratio of 5.7 lbs. per hp. The 911 Turbo 50 Years
accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 2.6 seconds. As with all 911 Turbo
S models, an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK), Porsche
Traction Management (PTM) active all-wheel drive, and Porsche
Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) are standard equipment. For
the 911 Turbo 50 Years, additional standard equipment beyond the
regular 911 Turbo S includes a sport exhaust system with black
tailpipes, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) sport
suspension with a 10 mm lower ride height, a front-axle lift
system, tinted LED Matrix design headlights with Dynamic Light
System Plus and black brake calipers.
Exclusive chronograph to complement a
timeless sports car
Porsche Design has created a special timepiece
as an homage to the 911 Turbo 50 Years, which will be exclusively
available to owners of the special edition model. The Chronograph
911 Turbo 50 Years is equipped with a COSC-certified Porsche Design
caliber WERK 01.200 with flyback function. Like the car, the
wristwatch is limited to 1,974 examples and combines classic design
with modern technology. The black watch face with elements in
Turbonite mirrors the clock fitted to the dashboard of the car. The
strap is made of black leather used in the car, has contrasting
stitching in Turbonite, and can be closed using a folding locking
mechanism. A clear caseback offers a glimpse at the winding rotor,
which is styled after the 911 Turbo 50 Years wheels. The limitation
number engraved into the titanium case corresponds to the
limitation number of the vehicle. The chronograph is also available
in a special edition for the Heritage Design Package option.
Pricing and availability
The limited-production anniversary model 911
Turbo 50 Years is available to order now and has an MSRP of
$261,100 excluding $1,995 for delivery, processing and handling. It
is expected to reach U.S. Porsche Centers late in 2024.
- Porsche 911 Turbo 50 Years unveiled during 2024 Monterey Car
Week
- Porsche 911 Turbo 50 Years unveiled during 2024 Monterey Car
Week
Frank Wiesmann
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
+1.404.539.5031
Frank.Wiesmann@porsche.us
Luke Vandezande
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
+1.470.363.5001
Luke.Vandezande@porsche.us