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by Autocar

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18 June 2010

The Porsche 918 Spyder will be at the Pebble Beach Concours in California the company has confirmed, amid mounting speculation that it is preparing to open an official order book for the hybrid supercar.

The German manufacturer is said to have received over 1000 letters of interest from potential customers for the 918, which was the biggest surprise and star of the Geneva show earlier this year.

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The concept shown mixed a 500bhp petrol V8 with two electric motors to offer a combined 718bhp.

Rumours last week suggested that Porsche has given the project the green light for production, and that it is planning a Pebble Beach launch.

A source within the company told Autocar that “the car will be there” but insisted, “Product announcement is still in discussion. We are still on the way to finalising the figures.”

Pebble Beach would be an ideal venue for Porsche to take the next step on the 918’s path to production: cash deposits.

The event’s well heeled customer base, and its relatively close proximity to cash-rich, environmentally conscious Palo Alto, would make it an ideal source of early orders.

Bugatti has used the showcase in recent years to launch versions of its Veyron.

Porsche boss Michael Macht acknowledged in March that there was enormous momentum behind the project. “There is no one inside Porsche who doesn’t want to build the 918,” he said. “The response has been marvellous.”

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val. 20 June 2010

Re: Porsche 918 Spyder 'on sale'

VW realy have hit the jackpot in taking over Porscher. They should make money on the 918, where as the Varon was and is "a lost leader".

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BriMarsh 19 June 2010

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Agree with Goodhand; hints (only hints mind) of the 904. First time I saw one of those racing I didn't recognise it as a Porsche!

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goodhand 19 June 2010

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Welsh Wizard wrote:

Doesn't look like a Porsche. In fact, it looks rather old-fashoined, in a kind of Elise/McF1 sort of way. And how can there be any sort of 'eco' story, when it's got 700+bhp to propel a couple of people.

Since when has a car's eco credentials been based on its bhp figure? And as for not looking like a porsche, what about the 906, 910 and 917?

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FAQs

How much is a 918 Spyder worth today? ›

A: The average price of a Porsche 918 Spyder is $1,872,577.

How many Porsche 918 Spyders are there in the world? ›

With only 918 units produced, the Porsche 918 Spyder is truly a limited-production hypercar.

Does Porsche still sell the 918 Spyder? ›

Porsche may have wrapped up production of the 918 Spyder nearly a decade ago but there are still mint-condition examples out there. You just need to know where to look. One such 918 Spyder with the Weissach Package is currently being auctioned in Hong Kong via Sotheby's Sealed.

How much is the Porsche 918 in 2024? ›

It hits zero to 60 mph in 2.2 seconds with a top speed of 214 mph. The ultra-rare 2015 Porsche 918 “Weissach” Spyder is heading to Sotheby's Sealed auction which ends on January 20, 2024 and is estimated to go for more than $2.3 million USD.

Is the Porsche 918 Spyder Street legal? ›

Is the Porsche 918 Spyder street legal? Absolutely! The 918 was designed, tested, and legalized as a street-legal road car, so you won't have any problems registering the car at your local DMV office.

Why are Porsche 918 so expensive? ›

Porsche 918, and other rare Porsches are part of the larger collector car market and they trade at collector car auctions, Porsche dealers and independent Exotic car dealers. There are a limited number of cars and they sell for whatever collectors and wealthy enthusiasts are willing to pay for them.

Why is the 918 Spyder so special? ›

Rather than a regular fixed roof, the 918 Spyder has removable roof panels that can then be stored in the front luggage compartment. In doing so it transformed the 918 experience, allowing drivers to fully appreciate the contrast between electric running and the awesome power of the 4.6-litre V8 petrol engine.

How many miles per gallon does a Porsche 918 get? ›

When powered only by the gasoline engine, EPA's official combined city/highway fuel economy is 22 mpgUS (11 L/100 km; 26 mpgimp). The 4.6 litre V8 petrol engine can recharge an empty battery on about two litres of fuel.

Is the Porsche 918 Spyder rare? ›

Only 918 examples of the incredible 918 Spyder were ever made. This one is number 513. Additionally, approximately 300 918 Spyders were sold in the U.S., and just four were delivered to Hong Kong. Spotting one is a rare sight.

Is Porsche 918 Limited? ›

Even before delivery of the first series vehicle, limited to 918 units, the 918 Spyder demonstrated its capabilities with an impressive record: with a lap time of 6:57, it was the first road-approved vehicle to break the seven-minute mark on the Nürburgring's renowned Nordschleife – not despite, but because of, its ...

How fast is a 918 Spyder? ›

It's probably worth mentioning that Porsche's official top speed figure for the 918 Spyder is 214 mph, which matches what the car achieves in this new video.

Is a Porsche 918 Spyder faster than a Bugatti? ›

Both manufacturers claim a mid-2.0-second sprint to 62 miles per hour (100 kilometers per hour), though the Bugatti's top speed dwarfs the Porsche's – 214 mph (345 kph) to 261 mph (420 kph).

How much will the Porsche 918 resell for? ›

The value of a used 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder ranges from $111,255 to $190,900, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options. Get a free appraisal here.

What replaced the Porsche 918? ›

The stunning new Porsche Mission X, unveiled to mark the 75th anniversary of the brand, is an electric hypercar concept that previews a potential successor model to the Carrera GT and 918 Spyder.

What is the fastest Porsche Spyder? ›

Porsche 918 Spyder

The 918 Spyder paired a 4.6-litre V8 with twin electric motors (one on each axle) to give the driver a combined 899PS of power. Less than 1,000 were made – 918 (of course!) to be exact – but those lucky owners were able to experience a 0-100km/h time of just 2.6 seconds.

How much did LeBron James pay for his Porsche 918 Spyder? ›

In the end, LeBron managed to score a deal after splashing $2.2 million on the vehicle. The original cost of the car had been $845,000. However, the 18-time All-Star had to part with almost three times the original price to acquire his desired all-black Porsche 918 Spyder.

What's the most expensive Porsche in the world? ›

The legendary 1970 Porsche 917K holds the public record, as the Gulf Racing livery #22 from Le Mans sold for an astronomical $14,080,000.

How much is the most expensive Porsche 918 Spyder? ›

This record-breaking example has over $96k in bespoke options, and is one of only a very few 918 Spyders with a MSRP of over $1M. Sold via @rmsothebys for $3.9M with only 12 miles on the odometer!

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