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Porsche 911 Spirit 70: Racy retro limited edition

[All images courtesy of Porsche]

 

 

If you are in the market for the latest hot little Porsche but are feeling a nostalgic vibe too, the limited-edition 911 Spirit 70 may be the wheels for you. Based on the 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet with rear-wheel drive, this special coupe celebrates the 1970s and early 1980s while boasting today's tech. You can be one of only 1,500 owners in the world and have this throwback homage that will make you feel mighty real.

The Carrera GTS is the first production model from the brand ever to come with a hybrid powertrain. The racing-inspired T-Hybrid sports a newly developed 3.6-L six-cylinder boxer engine, electrically driven turbocharger, and in-transmission electric motor. The total system output is 532 hp. The engine accelerates the Spirit 70 from 0 to 60 mph in 2.9 sec to a top track speed of 194 mph.

The Spirit 70 is the third 911 in a series of limited production Heritage Design models that pay tribute to Porsche's past. This latest model celebrates the 1970s and early 1980s and follows in the footsteps of the 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition and the 911 Sport Classic. All 911 coupes come as pure two-seaters with no rear seats.

The 911 Spirit 70 takes advantage of the latest high-performance powertrain and chassis technology from Porsche. It shares the same standard equipment as the new 911 GTS models including the high-voltage system, eTurbo, electric motor, and the 3.6-liter flat-six engine to develop a total system output of 532 hp and 449 lb-ft of torque.

Porsche says a new, strengthened eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK) with an integrated, permanently excited synchronous motor is part of the powertrain. It supplements the power of the boxer engine at idle with up to 110 lb-ft of torque and develops up to 40 kW. Both the electrically driven turbocharger as well as the electric motor housed in the transmission are paired with a light and compact high-voltage battery.

The rear-engine Spirit 70 uses a newly developed, electrically driven turbocharger. An integrated electric motor, placed between the compressor wheel and the turbine wheel, speeds up the turbocharger quickly to develop boost. This electric motor in the turbocharger also functions as a generator and can develop up to 11 kW using the exhaust gas stream. The electric turbocharger is not equipped with a wastegate and allows for the use of a single turbocharger compared to the two that were used in the previous 911s, while simultaneously improving throttle response and performance.

"The limited-edition collector's items are particularly desirable for our customers worldwide," said Alexander Fabig, vice president of Individualization and Classic at Porsche. "The first two models in the Heritage Design strategy generated a great deal of enthusiasm, and we were delighted with their success."

The aesthetic differences of the new model are immediately apparent. Olive Neo, a rich, green paint color created especially for the 911 Spirit 70, stands out prominently. Sport Classic center locking wheels, 20-in. in the front and 21-in. in the rear, are accented in Bronzite, a gold-grey color that complements the body. Both the cabriolet top and windshield frame are finished in black, lending further emphasis to the body and wheels.

"The Heritage Design models occupy a special position within our product strategy from a design perspective," said Michael Mauer, vice president, Style, at Porsche. "The limited-edition sports cars visualize what makes the Porsche brand so special. They show how we reinterpret historical design elements in a state-of-the-art sports car."

Three decorative stripes run parallel with the hood, with elongated "911" letters reminiscent of decals used in the 1970s. The contrasting stripes are on the cabriolet top. Much like the two preceding Heritage Design models, decorative side graphics with Porsche lettering and a lollipop in satin black with an individual start number provide a nod to Porsche motorsport heritage. Customers who prefer not to have the decals may also specify their vehicle without these elements.

A special version of the Porsche crest nearly identical to the version used in 1963 decorates the hood. Meanwhile, gold-plated Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur badges on the front fenders help distinguish this as a special model within the limited-edition Heritage Design portfolio. A Porsche Heritage badge rests on the engine grille at the rear of the vehicle, where both the gold-plated PORSCHE lettering and model designation are visible.

Porsche used special fabric upholstery to characterize the first two Heritage Design models. The 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition used corduroy, and the 911 Sport Classic offered cloth with a Pepita pattern. This theme continues with the 911 Spirit 70, where the seat centers and several other interior elements are finished in a black and Olive Neo Pasha pattern. Different sized, intentionally arranged rectangles create the visual of movement in the pattern, which is similar to a checkered flag flying in the wind. Rather than the velour used in past Pasha interiors, the material used to upholster the seats is a combination of textile and flock yarn for a sporty feel and comfort on long trips.

The seat centers of the 18-way Sport Seats, the door panel inserts, and even the inside of the glove compartment are covered in the Pasha pattern. The decorative inlays on the seat backrests and the trim on the dashboard are also available in Pasha as no-cost options. A reversible front trunk mat in Pasha is also included in the list of standard equipment. Aside from the Pasha accents, the car features a leather interior upholstered in Basalt Black Club leather with deviated stitching in Olive Neo.

The instrument cluster combines historic design with state-of-the-art tech. The high-res, 12.65-in. display has white pointers and scale lines in an analog format. Green digits are reminiscent of vintage Porsche sports cars, and the model lettering is elegantly integrated into the fully digital tachometer.

The 911 Spirit 70 is expected to begin arriving in U.S. Porsche Centers in late summer 2025 with an MSRP of $240,000, excluding any potential tariffs.

Learn more at porsche.com/usa/models/911/911-spirit-70/911-spirit-70/.

Source: Porsche

Published August 2025

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