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The Porsche 911 Dakar: A Love Letter to Rally Racing
The Porsche 911 Dakar is a masterpiece of over-the-top capability, leaving us gazing longingly at its impressive features and capabilities. This road-going reality is a celebration of Porsche’s rally heritage and a recognition of the unignorable subculture amongst Porsche enthusiasts.
A Road-Going Reality
The Dakar isn’t just an off-road-ready 911; it’s a love letter to Porsche’s rally racing history. With precision engineering and peak driver skill, this vehicle is designed to conquer untamed wilderness. The lifted suspension, robust underbody protection, and all-terrain tires make it the perfect companion for exploring off the beaten path.
The Ultimate 911
Powered by a 473-horsepower variant of the GTS engine, the 911 Dakar proudly proclaims that performance isn’t confined to smooth tarmac. This beast can tear across loose surfaces with the same reckless abandon traditionally reserved for purpose-built 4x4s. The specially tuned PDCC (Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control) system ensures seamless transitions from precision cornering to unstructured exploration.
A Singular Experience
Limited to just 2,500 units, the 911 Dakar is one of the most coveted Porsches in recent history. With a starting price of $222,000, it’s an investment that justifies the price of admission. For those who crave a unique driving experience, the Dakar is the ultimate usable 911 – the kind of car you’ll think about at least once a day.
The GP100 Winner
As part of the GP100, our annual roundup of the year’s most important releases, the Porsche 911 Dakar stands out as a true standout. To see what else made the cut, check out the GP100 collection page.
Buy the Porsche 911 Dakar
• Price: $222,000
• Retailer: Porsche
• Superlative: GP100 Winner
Specifications:
• Engine: 473-horsepower variant of the GTS engine
• Suspension: Lifted suspension
• Tires: All-terrain tires
• Chassis Control: Specially tuned PDCC (Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control) system
Additional Images:
Image: Porsche 911 Dakar car speeding through dirt path and blowing dust back
