Behind every vintage car lies silver chrome detailing, handcrafted curves, long bench seats, distinct grilles, and hood ornaments. Unmistakable in their craftsmanship, such automotives are quite the talk in the market, making them a desirable need for many car fans around the world.
Yet, while incredibly admirable in their style, these automobiles also face a variety of mechanical issues. With oil leaks, overheating, carburetor issues, and outdated safety features, such characteristics suggest classic cars may not be all that glorified, and perhaps should no longer be something to take on the streets.
For one luxury car company, however, they work to redefine what it means to own a classic vehicle. The question isn’t whether these historic cars should retire, rather, it is about determining how to let them live in a modern era to preserve their well-deserved history.
At Everrati, a British-based company focused on electrifying cars, they make it known that old cars, specifically the iconic 1991 Porsche 911, can live forever with a combination of some repolishing and reinventing. The result? A fully electric 911 with 500bhp, a sub-four-second 0–62mph time, carbon fiber bodywork—and, most importantly, its soul intact.
The blueprint of a classic
The 964 generation of the Porsche 911 has long been celebrated for its unique factors such as its flat-6 engine, rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive chassis, leather upholstery, power steering, and anti-lock brakes. Though, in Everrati’s approach, they begin with a total restoration of the vintage vehicle by taking the original framework of the car, and replacing its engine with an electric powertrain.
“We believe it’s the very DNA of a car that makes it iconic, and such cars must be preserved—not put in museums, but driven,” says Justin Lunny, Founder & CEO of Everrati. “We take some of the world’s most beautiful and seminal cars, restore and re-engineer them, always with full respect for the brands that created them.”
For Lunny, honoring the original model is exactly the point. The idea is about taking something that is old and simply revitalizing it with new technology on the inside. The style and historic feel will stay the same, but it will reap the many benefits of the electric vehicles (EVs) seen today: reduced maintenance requirements, lower fueling costs, reduced air pollution, quieter operation, at-home charging, and so much more.
As a result, car lovers get a win-win deal with this creation–a historic keepsake with all the enhancements of a modern-day automobile.
Unmatched details
Now with a reimagined version of the Porsche 911, car fans can expect noteworthy advantages that are bound to keep these cars lasting for generations to come.
On one hand, the car is engineered with lightweight carbon fiber components, significantly reducing the weight of the traditional model. Additionally, with advanced regenerative braking, adaptive suspension options, and high-performance Brembo brakes, drivers can now travel smoothly and freely on the roads.
Another component is the car’s electric propulsion system, featuring a 53kWh battery that delivers over 500bhp and instant torque to the rear wheels. That also means it has more than double the power output of the original 1990s Porsche 964. Also with 500 Nm delivered instantly, the car can accelerate to 62mph in less than four seconds.
Inside, vintage Porsche seats are enhanced with four-way electric adjustment, manual reclinement, and tilt functions. Seats can be tailored to the individual buyer, with choices such as leather, alcantara, or other materials to characterize the internal experience.
Drivers also get upgraded climate control, Porsche’s latest touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth, as well as custom EV gauges designed to honor the original dash layout.
The time is now
In summary, the electric option of the Porsche 911 is a major statement and a true testament to keeping history alive in a meaningful way. For all car collectors and enthusiasts, your time to own one is now.
