In this stunning book, the Porsche 911’s legacy of high-performance engineering is presented with unparalleled depth and detail.
For over six decades, the Porsche 911 has defined what a sports car can be—blending precision construction, breathtaking aerodynamics, and relentless speed. This definitive tribute presents an exceptional visual and historical journey through every generation of the world’s most successful sports car. Renowned automotive photographer René Staud has captured nearly every 911 variant in remarkable detail, from the earliest prototypes to the latest turbocharged models. Acclaimed motoring journalist Jürgen Lewandowski provides expert commentary, offering insight into Porsche’s technological breakthroughs, racing triumphs, and cultural impact. This oversized, luxurious volume showcases the most legendary 911s, including the mysterious 911 R, the Le Mans-winning 911 GT1, and the game-changing racegoer, the 935. Automobile enthusiasts, racing fans, and admirers of German engineering will appreciate the extent and rigor of this spectacular collection. With its expansive format, expert storytelling, and awe-inspiring imagery, this book is the ultimate collector’s edition for those who prize supercar performance, horsepower, and design excellence.
Biography
René Staud
René Staud, born in Stuttgart in 1951, has been working as a photographer for several decades. He has been fascinated by photography since the age of 12. His desire to produce original work quickly led him to become one of the most important automotive photographers in Germany, working with some of the biggest brands in the industry such as Mercedes, Porsche and Aston Martin. He lives in Leonberg near Stuttgart.
Jürgen Lewandowski
After studying German and English, Jürgen Lewandowski was head of the technology department at the magazine hobby and then head of the ‘Car and Transport’ department at the Süddeutsche Zeitung. He has been working as an author and correspondent for various publications worldwide for several years. Lewandowski has initiated, written and edited around 90 books on the history of the automobile and the development of new model series. He lives in Munich.
