Restoring a Classic

The United States is home to more classic Porsche vehicles than any other market, creating a unique opportunity for specialized repair and restoration services to keep these beauties road-ready. Now in its fourth year, Porsche Classic North America's (PCNA) Restoration Challenge focuses on classic Porsche sports cars from the 1950s to the 2000s, inviting Porsche Centers across the United States to compete in one of three categories: Preservation, Restoration, and Individualization. Each vehicle receives expert attention from Porsche-trained technicians at dealerships across the country – all of whom are ardent enthusiasts, just like many owners. Fifty-eight Porsche vehicles entered this year's contest.

After a successful run in 2023 in the Preservation category, this year, Blue Grass MOTORSPORT chose a coveted 1977 Porsche 911 Turbo (model designation 930), one of just 727 made for the US market to compete in the Restoration category. It was the fastest production car in the world at its launch, with a top speed of 155 mph and the ability to sprint from 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds. Developed to compete head-to-head with the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini, the car became known as the "Widowmaker" as the turbocharged engine came without the safety systems of today, namely power steering, ABS, or traction control.

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