Canepa Porsche 959 as 959SC Reimagined 800 HP monster!

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In a heavy conversion based on the legendary Porsche 959 the US company has Canepa this dreamy one Restomod made, transforming the historic vehicle into a modern performance weapon. The 959SC Reimagined by Canepa shows itself with impressive 811 PS and a maximum torque of 881 Newton meters, which make the all-wheel drive coupe one of the most powerful restomods of its kind. In order to achieve the enormous increase in performance, Canepa has of course made extensive changes to the 2,9 liter biturbo boxer made in which almost all internal components were replaced. The use of modern Borg-Warner turbos with integrated wastegates and a complete overhaul of the Ignition and fuel system are just some of the mods that enable the huge jump in performance.

Canepa Porsche 959SC

A special feature of the 959SC is the ability to E85 to use what comes through a new one Engine electronics in collaboration with A troublemaker was made possible. The overhaul of the Oldis also includes one new alternator, a stronger one Starter, an optimized air intake and Exhaust system made of stainless steel and titanium, which not only enhances the performance but also the soundscape.

And Canepa has also revised the 959's powertrain, including a general overhaul of the Six-speed manual transmission, differential and the Clutchto handle the enormous power. When it comes to the chassis, Canepa is based on the rare one 959S versionby foregoing the adjustable system and instead Titanium springs and Penske shock absorbers is set. The result is an um Body lowered by 2,5 centimeters, combined with 18-inch magnesium rims and a state-of-the-art one sports brake system. The restoration on “Concours level“Of course, not only extends to the mechanical components, but also to the Chassis and the Body.

sold for 2,84 million euros

Customers have the choice between the Original colors from Porsche or individual Paintwork, which extend to the subfloor. New LED headlights are, by the way, one of the few directly visible changes that Canepa makes. The tuner pays good attention to the interior 400 hours of redesign, with almost all areas having something different Manager be obtained. Modern details like that Porsche infotainment system in a classic look and one LED lighting provide contemporary comfort and connectivity. And the vehicle from the current pictures is elegant Oak Green and with cabin in Dark brown recently became crazy 2,84 million euros sold, which was below the estimated price, but still underlines the immense appreciation for the project. The 959SC Reimagined by Canepa is a fantastic example of how classic beauty can be combined with cutting-edge technology and brutal performance.

Details about the Canepa Porsche 959SC:

• Performance: About 800 PS and 881 Nm torque
• workload: Approximately 4.000 working hours per vehicle
• Motor: Extensively modified 2,9 liter biturbo boxer engine
• turbocharger: Replaced by modern ones Borg-Warner turbos with integrated wastegates
• Fuel system: Adaptation for E85 fuel, including new ones Injectors and optimized air intake
• Engine electronics: New development in cooperation with A troublemaker
• exhaust system: Out Stainless steel and titanium, with ceramic-coated manifolds and two individual tailpipes
• Transmission: Obsolete Six speed transmission with reinforced individual parts
• Suspension: Based on the959S, With Titanium springs and Penske shock absorbers
• Rims: 18-inch magnesium rims with Michelin sports tires
• Bremsanlage: newly developed
• restoration: At “concours level”, included Chassis and Body
• Exterior: Possibility to choose original Porsche colors or individual paint finishes
• Interior: 400 working hours for redesign with Manager, modern Porsche infotainment in a classic look, all light bulbs through LEDs replaced

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Canepa Porsche 959 as 959SC Reimagined 800 HP monster!
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