Introduction of the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet Reimagined by Singer

Limited to just 75 commissions, the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet Reimagined by Singer represents the latest services from Singer, the California-based luxury specialist that restores and reimagines classic Porsche 911s in collaboration with their owners.

“By the mid-1980s, the personalization Porsche first offered for the Carrera Coupe had reached the Carrera Cabriolet, which could be ordered with the wider body of the 911 Turbo but powered by the company’s latest, naturally aspirated flat-six,” explains Rob Dickinson, Singer’s founder and creative director. “Our services reference this car and celebrate another chapter in the evolution of the 911, with the ultimate open-roof, naturally aspirated G model 911, reimagined for the 21st century. The sporting nature of the Carrera led us to reappraise the period roof mechanism to reduce weight and enable a sleek profile with the roof raised or lowered. The remarkable flat-six brings together our learnings from the last 15 years and can now be heard more clearly than ever.”

“We’ve concentrated on a high-revving, naturally aspirated sports car that’s compelling to drive and beautifully executed,” said Raj Nair, Singer’s chief executive officer. “We only work with the best, so we’ve developed partnerships with companies that have built their reputations at the very highest levels of motorsport and the automotive world to help us in this mission.”

“Porsche offered drivers a wide-bodied, naturally aspirated 911 Carrera Cabriolet in the 1980s,” noted Mazen Fawaz, Singer’s chief strategy officer. “It was a rare car that included uprated brakes and suspension along with its dramatic appearance, and you could order it with or without the famous whale tail rear spoiler. We’ve used this as inspiration for our latest services, which bring together a very special naturally aspirated flat-six with the driving dynamics and standards of execution Singer is known for.”

Power & Performance of the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet Reimagined by Singer

Jointly developed with Cosworth, the engine is the same as that used in the Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer. It is the first engine restored for a Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer to feature variable valve timing, optimizing drivability at low speeds and power at high revs, company officials stated in a press release. It is also the first naturally aspirated engine restored by Singer to use water-cooled cylinder heads combined with air-cooled cylinders and an electrically powered fan, utilizing learnings from the DLS Turbo program.

Together, these features help the 4.0-liter flat-six produce 420 horsepower and broaden the torque delivery across a wider range of engine speeds. The engine will rev to over 8,000 rpm with an optimized, 6-speed manual gearbox that sends power to the rear wheels. A raised gear shifter may be specified with an exposed shift mechanism, and a newly developed titanium exhaust system provides free breathing for the flat-six and its famous soundtrack, noted the release.

Chassis & Bodywork Increase Torsional Rigidity & Reduce Mass

The chassis is strengthened using composite and steel reinforcement, which is applied to the monocoque at the beginning of the restoration process, providing increased torsional rigidity that benefits handling, braking and overall refinement.

While inspired by the G model cars of the 1980s, the bodywork is reimagined for aesthetic and functional performance. Singer says its use of carbon fiber allows reduced mass and enhanced stiffness, further sharpening dynamic responses.

Inspired by the Turbo-look variants of the 1980s, the carbon fiber cabriolet body style features wide front and rear bodywork. A new, lightweight “Z pattern” folding roof mechanism has been designed, and a deep front spoiler optimizes cooling and airflow at the front of the car, while intakes in the leading edges of the rear fenders direct cooling air to the engine compartment.

The 911 Carrera Cabriolet could be specified in period with or without the whale tail rear wing, and Singer’s restoration services allow the same choice. A fixed wing or speed-activated wing manages airflow over the rear of the car for stability at speed. High-performance auxiliary driving lights may also be selected, rising from the front hood when activated and folding down flush when not in use.

Suspension, Brakes & Tires Provide Superior Handling

Suspension developed for Singer’s turbocharged services provides the foundation for compliant, sport handling. New, four-way adjustable dampers with electronic damping control can be adjusted from the driver’s seat and incorporate a nose lift system.

Carbon ceramic brakes developed through the DLS services may be specified, sitting behind 18-inch center-lock wheels. The use of the latest Michelin Pilot Sport tires allows the restored car to transmit its power effectively to the road. The driver may select from five drive modes (Road, Sport, Track, Off and Weather) to adjust the levels of intervention from the traction control and electronic stability control, depending on the road conditions and the driver’s capabilities.

Customizing the Interior

Singer’s restoration and modification services enable owners to personalize the interior of the car through bespoke paint, leather and material finishes. Lightweight sports or track seats may be requested.

In front of the driver, the familiar 911 instrument layout is reimagined, with hand-built gauges bringing high-watchmaking standards into the cabin, the company said. Owners can now request stitched and burnished leather seams throughout the cabin for the first time.