The 2006 film „Cars” made by Pixar tells the story of a race car that falls in love with Sally Carrera, a Porsche 911. Pixar creates a life-size model of the cartoon character for marketing purposes. Within seven months, a Porsche 911 undergoes significant modifications to keep the comic style. The wheelbase is reduced, the roof raised. The doors, wings, glasses, headlights, door entry guard and bumper were all rebuilt. Despite numerous modifications to all of the car´s components, the cartoon Porsche can still be driven, even today.
Specifications
Model Year
1998
Engine
6-Cyl. Boxer
Displacement
3387 ccm
Power Output
221 kW (300 HP)
Top Speed
280 km/h
Astrid Böttinger
Spokesperson Heritage and Porsche Museum
Team Coordinator Communications
Today, the former racing engineer Norbert Singer celebrates his 85th birthday. During his time at Porsche, he played a role in the brand’s overall victories at at Le Mans.