So, check it out, there’s this one-of-a-kind Porsche 911 designed by Pininfarina that’s up for grabs. And let me tell you, it’s not exactly the most attractive car out there, but hey, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, right? Apparently, someone out there is willing to drop a cool million bucks on this unique ride.
Now, before you start thinking Mansory had a hand in this, let me set the record straight. This funky-looking Porsche from 1969 was actually designed by Pininfarina. You know, the same folks behind some of the most stunning cars for Alfa Romeo, Bentley, Ferrari, Lancia, and Rolls-Royce. They’ve given us gems like the Testarossa, Azure, and even the Honda Beat. So, they know a thing or two about making cars look good.
This particular Porsche is said to be the only one ordered by Porsche and designed by Pininfarina. It’s based on the S2 series 911, but with a twist. They extended the chassis by 7.5 inches to make room for rear seats. Because let’s be real, how many times have you actually sat in the back of a 911? Not many, I bet. But now, with the extra legroom, maybe it’s not so bad back there.
Of course, with the added space comes some sacrifices. The roofline had to be redesigned to fit those rear passengers’ heads, giving the car its unique bulbous look. And all those extra features added some serious weight to the car. Like, a lot. We’re talking 4,343 pounds here, which is double the weight of a standard 911 from that time. And don’t even get me started on the weight distribution—39/61 split, yikes.
The Germans weren’t exactly thrilled with the end result, so they sold it off in 1972. The new owner decided to repaint it from its original dark blue to a vibrant lime green. It changed hands again in 1974 and ended up in a Swedish car collection, where it has been chilling ever since.
Now, here’s the kicker—the asking price for this oddball Porsche is a whopping $1.25 million. And get this, it’s got 38,000 miles on the clock, so it’s definitely been around the block a few times. But hey, if you’re a collector looking for something truly unique, this could be the one for you. Just don’t expect to hit the track in this bad boy—it’s more of a showpiece than a performance machine. Porsche figured out how to make a comfy four-seater sports car with the Panamera, so this one is more of a novelty than anything else.
So, if you’ve got a spare million lying around and a soft spot for quirky cars, maybe this Pininfarina-designed Porsche 911 is calling your name. Who knows, it might just be the standout piece your collection needs.
