Reviving a Missing Chapter in Speedster History
Renowned Porsche collector and designer Luca Trazzi has realised a long-held dream through the Sonderwunsch programme. Unable to find the Speedster of his imagination, he decided to build it himself – resulting in a unique 911 Speedster (Type 993) that rewrites a gap in Porsche’s legacy.
The 993 Generation: A Notable Absence
Since 1954, Speedsters have held an iconic place in Porsche history. Yet, the 993 generation of the 911 never received a production Speedster variant. Only two one-offs and a restored model exist – making Trazzi’s creation all the more significant as a modern tribute.
A Customer and Designer in One
The project began with Trazzi presenting sketches and a vision to Porsche’s Sonderwunsch team. Collaborating over three years, they built a one-off Speedster based on a 1994 911 Carrera Cabriolet. Trazzi participated closely in the development, even attending production stages such as cathodic dip painting. The custom colour “Otto Yellow” was named after his dog, making the project deeply personal.
Design Fusion: Retro Spirit with Modern Details
The signature shortened windshield and rear decklid were reimagined, with the rear lines entirely redesigned. The bold Otto Yellow exterior is paired with 18-inch black Turbo wheels, black accents, and aerodynamic components from the 993 Turbo.
Inside, black leather with yellow stitching sets the tone, while hand-stitched yellow-black check patterns adorn the seats and luggage compartment. Carbon elements and illuminated door sills marked “Otto Yellow” add a unique touch of craftsmanship and technology.
State-of-the-Art Meets Air-Cooled Performance
The Porsche Classic Communication Management (PCCM) ensures modern digital connectivity via Apple CarPlay. Under the rear lid lies a 3.8-litre flat-six engine from the 911 Carrera RS (Type 993), producing 300 PS – the most powerful air-cooled engine Porsche made at the time.
The Ultimate Format: Factory One-Off
This Speedster is Porsche’s first customer-built Factory One-Off – the most exclusive level of Sonderwunsch personalisation. The process allows customers to co-develop road-legal dream cars, drawing on Porsche Classic and Exclusive Manufaktur expertise to deliver handcrafted excellence.
