- Porsche Sonderwunsch creates one-off 911 S/T inspired by 1970s Camel GT racer.
- Design blends Phoenix Red heritage with modern, hand-finished detailing.
- Subtle historic references feature throughout, without replicating original livery.
Porsche’s Sonderwunsch division has turned back the clock, and then added a modern twist, by creating a one-off 911 S/T inspired by a battle-hardened 1970s race car.
The project draws directly from a 1972 911 S/T that competed extensively in the Camel GT Challenge across North America, racking up 27 race entries at circuits like Sebring, Daytona and Indianapolis.
That original car, finished in Phoenix Red and modified by Brumos Racing, lived a full motorsport life before a crash in 1978 ended its career.
Years later, it was restored and now sits in a Swiss collection, serving as the blueprint for this modern reinterpretation.
Don't call it a replica
Rather than build a faithful copy, Porsche’s brief was to reinterpret the past through a contemporary lens. The result is a 2025 911 S/T that blends heritage cues with bespoke craftsmanship.
The bodywork echoes the original’s Phoenix Red, layered over hints of Signal Yellow, most visible on the front bumper. Instead of period sponsor decals, the design uses flowing colour transitions created by Porsche designer Grant Larson, applied by hand.
Inside, the nods to history become more intricate.
References to the Camel GT era appear in subtle detailing: embroidered headrests, trim elements, door sills and even a projection graphic that casts a stylised camel onto the ground when the doors open.
Asymmetry with intent
One of the more unusual touches comes from the wheels.
The original race car ran mismatched designs front and rear, and that idea carries over here. The modern version features Manthey Racing aerodiscs on the rear wheels, though only when stationary, as they’re not approved for road use and can be removed when driving.
It’s a detail that sums up the whole project: rooted in authenticity, but not constrained by it.
Despite the bespoke nature, the car remains fully road-legal and usable, meeting Porsche’s usual quality standards while doubling as a showcase for what its Sonderwunsch programme can deliver.
This one-off 911 S/T reminds us that Porsche’s back catalogue still has plenty to say, and, with the right client and enough imagination, it can be reinterpreted in ways that feel both respectful and refreshingly modern.
