- This particular 911 Dakar is painted in lime green and features a bucket with the Porsche logo.
- Porsche has equipped the off-roader with 19- and 20-inch wheels fitted with Pirelli Scorpion tires.
- A modified suspension system raises the 911 Dakar by 50 mm compared to a standard 911.
The Porsche 911 Dakar is one of the hottest sports cars on the market and, with only 2,500 examples produced, could prove to be a sought-after collector’s car for decades to come. If you want one, now may be the best time to buy, although you may have to sell a kidney or your house to afford it.
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As with most other limited edition 911 models, prices for the Dakar have skyrocketed since the car was first announced. Those lucky enough to receive an allocation were able to place an order worth $223,450. This 911 Dakar, currently for sale via Bring a Trailer, had a sticker price of $243,460, but bidding has already exceeded that and is on track to pass the $300,000 mark.
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This 911 Dakar stands out from most others with its lime green paint. It also features a carbon fiber hood, a carbon fiber rear spoiler and is equipped with a roof rack, making it even more adventurous. It even includes a shovel and traction boards with Porsche logo. A ceramic coating helps protect the green paint.
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Like all other Dakar models, the car rides on 19-inch front wheels and 20-inch rear wheels with 245/45 and 295/40 Pirelli Scorpion tires, respectively. It sits 50mm (1.9 inches) higher than a standard 911 and features a hydraulic lift system that can raise the ride height by a further 30mm (1.1 inches).
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While the owner of this car went all out with the car’s exterior paint, he opted for a more understated interior, finished primarily in black leather with Race-Tex inserts. The listing indicates that the car has been driven 43 miles (69 km) since new and will be delivered with a travel bag, dry bag, fuel containers and two sets of Porsche-branded gloves.
If you are interested in placing a bid on the 911 Dakar, you can check out the listing on Bring-a-Trailer. The auction ends on May 11th.
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