Porsche, in collaboration with Pixar Animation Studios, unveiled the one-off 911 Carrera based on Sally Carrera from Disney and Pixar’s Cars movie franchise.
Sally Carrera with her modern-day interpretation
The news broke out earlier this year when the German marque shared that Sally will be designed to take on real-life roads. It will be auctioned by RM Sotheby’s on August 20 as part of the Monterey Car Week auto exhibition in California. As promised, the proceeds will be donated to Girls Inc. and USA for UNHCR, an organization that supports refugees from Ukraine.
“Vehicles need a face and a story. And the animated Pixar’s film ‘Cars’ has impressively transferred done just that: brought cars to life on the big screen,” said Porsche AG Vice President for Communications, Sustainability, and Politics Dr. Sebastian Rudolph. “The story conveys values such as friendship, love, and mutual support – and in the middle of it all is a Porsche: ‘Sally Carrera.’”
The new Sally is based on the 992 generation
While Sally was a 911 Type 996, the one-off version is developed on the latest 992 generation. As a nod to the original Sally, it comes with special “Sallybluemetallic” paint, 5-spoke wheels, and the little pinstriping tattoo that the film’s protagonist Lightning McQueen used to tease her about in the first installment.
Inside, the special paint is carried over along with bright accents that give it a vibrant feel. Part of the vehicle’s exclusivity are the badges such as the ‘Sally Special 001/001’ on the dashboard, ‘Kachow! Mode’ on the drive mode rotary selector, ‘Sally Special’ on the door sills, and ‘Cars’ logo on the door panels.
One out of one
Porsche didn’t mention much about the powertrain aside from Sally’s use of a 7-speed manual transmission, tapping into her passion for driving. But since the new Sally is based on the 911 Carrera GTS, she should be carrying a 3.0-liter flat-6 engine that has 473 horsepower and 570 Nm of torque.
“Together with Pixar, we have brought the spirit of Sally to life in a new way, not on the screen, but off the screen. With this one-off street legal 911, the ‘Sally Special,’ which we are auctioning for charity, we want to help people who urgently need support, quite in keeping with the spirit of the film character,” added Rudolph.
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Know more about Porsche 911 2024
The Porsche 911, pronounced as nine-eleven, is one of the most acclaimed sports cars respected by professional drivers and other car manufacturers worldwide. It is hailed for its stunning design meticulously crafted to provide an astounding performance in every ride. Inside, it is built with the latest safety, convenience, and premium features fit for royalty. Locally, it is offered in the following variants: the Porsche 911 Carrera, the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Carrera S, the Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4S, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Targa 4, the Porsche 911 Targa 4S, the Porsche 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition, the Porsche 911 Turbo, the Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Turbo S, the Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Cabriolet GTS, the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS, the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS, the Porsche 911 Speedster, and the Porsche 911 GT3 RS.
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Porsche 911 Launch
The Porsche 911 was designed by Ferdinand Porsche and was developed as a more powerful replacement for the Porsche 356. In 1963, it debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show fitted with a 2.0-liter, air-cooled engine. Two years after it was exported in the US.
Fast forward to today and after producing one million automobiles in May 2017, the Porsche 911 line is still reigning supreme after every model release. According to the German premium automobile company, 70% of this model is still roadworthy today.
Porsche 911 Exterior
Since its first release, the Porsche 911 received subtle changes to pay homage to its timeless and legendary status. At the front, it is fitted with a mildly refreshed bumper with a pair of contemporary matrix headlights.
Its body is still designed with the perfect balance of classy curves and edges that effortlessly exude a premium appeal. Its rear is fitted with slightly revamped taillights and brake lights. Its bumper, designed with air vents, complements the overall look of the vehicle.
Porsche 911 Interior
To match its posh looks on the outside, the cabin of the Porsche 911 features luxury such as the sports steering wheel wrapped in leather, fully electric sports seats covered in leather with a memory package, air vents with leather trimmings, personalized floor mats, a highly efficient and interactive center console, and a contemporary instrument cluster with crystal clear graphics, and tachometer dial guards and more.
To answer their customer’s needs and preferences, Porsche offers exclusive interior trims that will truly personalize their iconic vehicle.
Technology & Safety Features
Providing useful details such as fuel economy, driving mode, speed, and other useful information is a seven-inch touchscreen system. Also, an 11-inch touchscreen on the center console is available to provide vast driving information, car entertainment, and more.
In terms of safety, the standard on all variants is the side impact beams, ABS and Driveline Traction Control, dual-stage driver and passenger mounted side airbags, curtain first-row airbags, outboard front lap and shoulder safety belts, tire pressure warning, and electronic stability control.
Platform & Chassis
The Porsche 911 is manufactured with the Porsche Active Suspension Management that guarantees comfort and heightened dynamics. The S variant utilizes the sports suspension with a lowered body. Its springs are engineered tougher and shorter with front anti-roll bars and stiff rear axles.
Engine & Drivetrain
The standard variants run using a 350 horsepower, six-cylinder engine while the S models are fitted with a 400-horsepower version. The GTS variant is affixed with a 430-horsepower six-cylinder engine while the GT3 is powered by a 475-horsepower, six-cylinder motor engine.
The Turbo models come with a turbocharged, 520-horsepower engine and the Turbo S variant is equipped with a 560-horsepower motor.
All models excluding the GT3 and Turbo choices offer a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic or a seven-speed manual transmission. The Turbo, Turbo S, and the GT3 only come with a PDK gearbox.
Porsche 911 2024 Price List
The official price list for the Porsche 911 is not available in the Philippines. To find the best price, request a callback from Porsche dealers.
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