{"id":7254,"date":"2024-05-15T16:20:59","date_gmt":"2024-05-15T15:20:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.design911.co.uk\/blog\/?p=7254"},"modified":"2025-06-18T09:38:42","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T08:38:42","slug":"porsche-997-sport-classic-revive-your-drive-from-30000-to-300000","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.design911.co.uk\/blog\/porsche-997-sport-classic-revive-your-drive-from-30000-to-300000\/","title":{"rendered":"Porsche 997 Sport Classic: Revive your drive. From \u00a330,000 to \u00a3300,000?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><em>Bringing a (nearly) unique and (definitely) classic car back to glory takes patience to stick with it, a vision of what the result should look like, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911shop.com\/?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiA6vaqBhCbARIsACF9M6nK_7e3OsReBn45HqmNDGmG7Ce6VFrkelaAb9CVwBS-kh-uVonrMvsaAiHZEALw_wcB\">Design911<\/a> to prevent compromising on parts quality. Luckily, we had all three.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>The word classic is applied too readily in motoring: discuss. Remember that the same magazine described the Austin Allegro as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autoexpress.co.uk\/car-news\/97617\/austin-allegro-the-worst-cars-ever\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">both a classic<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autoexpress.co.uk\/car-news\/97617\/austin-allegro-the-worst-cars-ever\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">worst car ever<\/a>. So, it\u2019s a subjective view.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><strong>A Rare Gem Worth Every Penny<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Finding an original 2010 PORSCHE (997) 911 Sport Classic for sale would cost you more than twice the basic list price of \u00a3140,543.00. Currently, Porsche Sport Classic models are being sold for over \u00a3300,000.00. The build cost is approximately \u00a315,000.00. We meticulously construct this extraordinary vehicle in the &#8220;correct color,&#8221; which entails a complete respray and color change. Alternatively, we can leave the car in its original color.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The necessary parts include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Front bumper with lower front spoiler<\/li>\n<li>Rear Bumper with twin exit for exhaust tips<\/li>\n<li>Stainless steel Round Design exhaust tail pipes<\/li>\n<li>Ducktail spoiler with a 3rd brake light<\/li>\n<li>Roof Section with detailing<\/li>\n<li>19&#8243; Fuchs alloy wheels &amp; tires<\/li>\n<li>Painted yellow brake calipers<\/li>\n<li>Badges &amp; Decals<\/li>\n<li>Classic Rear indicators &amp; control units<\/li>\n<li>Front drive\/fog lamps &amp; Side repeaters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you aim to purchase a car to create this classic 911 look, our best advice is to find a 997 Carrera 4 (C4 with a wide body) without a sunroof, as this will help you save on some parts and labor costs. However, a 997 C2 will also work perfectly. Always allocate a little extra in your budget to cover trim parts like rubber seals or washer jet covers that may bend, break, or snap during the project.<\/p>\n<div>You could also opt to base this replica on a 997 convertible and create the &#8220;Speedster&#8221; version!&#8221;<\/div>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The anti-Allegro?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make no mistake, the 997 series of the 911 is an end to end classic. Finished in &#8216;Sport Classic Grey\u2019, it rocks a fuller figure thanks to the wider C4S body, \u2018ducktail\u2019 rear spoiler, unique front lip and retro alloy wheels.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sat on a chassis pack spring and damper rates, a 20mm ride height reduction and a limited-slip differential \u2013 all powered on by a 22bhp boost adding up to a lively 402bhp and you\u2019re looking at a lovely sports car. Limit the manufacturing run to 250 cars and boom &#8211; it\u2019s a stone cold classic.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">So, when the Design911 team got the opportunity to recreate one of these classics with a standard 997 C4, we weren&#8217;t short of volunteers, and all the parts were in stock. Here\u2019s what we did. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">First things first.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The front end needed the classic look <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/classic-look-front-bumper-with-lower-spoiler-for-porsche-997-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">front bumper with lower spoiler kit<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Suddenly the 911 has the retro classic look \u2013 think 1973 RS 911. Once you add these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/exterior-mirrors-update-to-larger-housings-997-mkii-gen2-look-for-porsche-997--987_2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">beefed-up exterior mirror housings<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> \u2013 you\u2019ll need to add your own paint \u2013 your front end is looking good. They just bolt on what\u2019s already there. We have options for both <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/exterior-mirrors-update-to-larger-housings-997-mkii-gen2-look-for-porsche-997--987_2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">RHD<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/porsche\/997-carrera-s-2005\/classic-look\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">LHD<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> cars, too.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/classic-look-front-bumper-with-lower-spoiler-for-porsche-997-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"422\" class=\"wp-image-7263\" src=\"https:\/\/www.design911.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/99750555501GRPlra.jpeg\" alt=\"CLASSIC LOOK FRONT BUMPER WITH LOWER SPOILER FOR PORSCHE 997 MODELS\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>CLASSIC LOOK FRONT BUMPER WITH LOWER SPOILER FOR PORSCHE 997 MODELS<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/exterior-mirrors-update-to-larger-housings-997-mkii-gen2-look-for-porsche-997--987_2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"626\" height=\"211\" class=\"wp-image-7264\" src=\"https:\/\/www.design911.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/MIRRORKIT02lr.jpeg\" alt=\"EXTERIOR MIRRORS UPDATE TO LARGER HOUSINGS 997 MKII GEN2 LOOK FOR PORSCHE 997\/ 987\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>EXTERIOR MIRRORS UPDATE TO LARGER HOUSINGS 997 MKII GEN2 LOOK FOR PORSCHE 997\/ 987<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mesh it up..<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You\u2019ll need to add these bad boys, four 19&#8243; classic style 170C, alloy wheels with a highly polished rim, black face and spokes, they augment the new body style beautifully. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Take a look.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0 Details matter on a Porsche, and these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/aluminium-black-mesh--diamond--style---mesh-size---100cm-x-40cm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">100cm x 40cm aluminium black meshes<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> are finished in a &#8216;Diamond&#8217; style to make your car sparkle. Pesky extra brake light ruining the 997 vibe on your 911? We have a fix for that, too. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/blanking-panel-for-3rd-brake-light-for-porsche-997-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Blanking panels this way.<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/blanking-panel-for-3rd-brake-light-for-porsche-997-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"422\" class=\"wp-image-7267 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.design911.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/99750555505GRP_lr.jpeg\" alt=\"BLANKING PANEL FOR 3RD BRAKE LIGHT FOR PORSCHE 997 MODELS\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>BLANKING PANEL FOR 3RD BRAKE LIGHT FOR PORSCHE 997 MODELS<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Spoiler alert!\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finish at the end. Add the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/classic-look-rear-bumper-for-porsche-997-models-99750591112g2l\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">997 rear bumper<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to complete the look and consider fitting a classic look Ducktail rear spoiler from Design911 \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/classic-look-duct-tail-rear-spoiler-for-porsche-997-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">view the collection here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Meanwhile, your tailpipes will gleam under the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/porsche\/997-carrera-s-2005\/classic-look\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">exhaust body kit.<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> We can also help you see the light with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/indicator-rear-lamp-unit-led--classic--porsche-997-mkii-99763199003-99763198903_2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">replacement indicator lamps.<\/span><\/a> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mean and roofless?<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">We can fix that. Get the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">classic look <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/classic-look-outer-roof-skin-domed-for-porsche-997-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">domed outer roof skin f<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">or your new-born Porsche 997.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/classic-look-rear-bumper-for-porsche-997-models-99750591112g2l\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"422\" class=\"wp-image-7269\" src=\"https:\/\/www.design911.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/99750555502GRPlrb.jpeg\" alt=\"CLASSIC LOOK REAR BUMPER FOR PORSCHE 997 MODELS\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>CLASSIC LOOK REAR BUMPER FOR PORSCHE 997 MODELS<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/classic-look-outer-roof-skin-domed-for-porsche-997-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"422\" class=\"wp-image-7271 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.design911.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/99750555503GRPlr.jpeg\" alt=\"CLASSIC LOOK OUTER ROOF SKIN DOMED FOR PORSCHE 997 MODELS\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>CLASSIC LOOK OUTER ROOF SKIN DOMED FOR PORSCHE 997 MODELS<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kitted out?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Want to go the whole nine yards \u2013 it&#8217;s just a click away. This is the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/classic-look-body-kit-for-porsche-997-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">full body kit.<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> It\u2019s all here; the front bumper, front lower splitter spoiler, the front centre retaining frame, both LH and RH front bumper grilles \u2013 even the tail pipes are in there. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.com\/p\/classic-look-body-kit-for-porsche-997-models\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">And there\u2019s a discount right now.<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Just sayin\u2019.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">See for yourself!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Oh, and we took some cracking photos of the work in progress, too. They\u2019re on the project cars page, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.design911.co.uk\/galleries\/type\/project-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">this way<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bringing a (nearly) unique and (definitely) classic car back to glory takes patience to stick with it, a vision of what the result should look like, and Design911 to prevent [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":7262,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_price":"","_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_header":"","_tribe_default_ticket_provider":"","_ticket_start_date":"","_ticket_end_date":"","_tribe_ticket_show_description":"","_tribe_ticket_show_not_going":false,"_tribe_ticket_use_global_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_global_stock_level":"","_global_stock_mode":"","_global_stock_cap":"","_tribe_rsvp_for_event":"","_tribe_ticket_going_count":"","_tribe_ticket_not_going_count":"","_tribe_tickets_list":"[]","_tribe_ticket_has_attendee_info_fields":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[271],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7254","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-997-911-mk1-mk2-2005-2012"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\r\n<title>Porsche 997 Sport Classic: Revive your drive. 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