Porsche 911 (964) Speedster(diecast 1:18, Norev)

modelcar Porsche 911 (964) Speedster produced by Norev 1:18

Original:
Porsche 911 (964) Speedster (from 1993)
Model producer:
Norev
Scale:
1:18
Motorized:
Showcase model / No engine
Material:
diecast
Color:
yellow
Source:
online dealer
Condition:
Perfect mint condition
Packaging:
Original packaging exists
For sale:
Not for sale

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Model series 964: context and where the real car fits

The text here is about the Porsche 911 (964) Speedster, a special version of the third 911 generation. The series is called 964 and was built from 1989; the Speedster version showed up in 1993 and was made in limited numbers until 1994. The Porsche 911 (964) Speedster is technically based on the Carrera 2, but with a lower, chopped windshield frame and that distinctive double-bump cover over the closed Targa-style rear. The styling development of the 964 body is often connected to Benjamin Dimson, while major modernizing steps in suspension and electronics were handled under engineering management by Ulrich Bez. The Porsche 911 (964) Speedster followed on from the 1989 911 3.2 Speedster, which brought the Speedster idea back into the late air-cooled models. To give you a time marker: in 1993 the Maastrichter Vertrag came into force and helped set up the Europäische Union, Steven Spielberg’s “Jurassic Park” hit theaters, and Nirvana released “In Utero.” Just giving you a feel for the era.

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Tech specs and highlights of the real car

The Porsche 911 (964) Speedster uses the 3.6‑liter (0.95 US gallons) flat-six boxer engine (M64) with air cooling. In the Carrera‑2 tune it makes about 184 kW (247 hp; 250 PS) and 310 Nm (229 lb‑ft) of torque. It’s usually mated to the 5‑speed manual from the G50 line; a 4‑speed Tiptronic was available in other 964s but is rare on Speedsters. Top speed is around 260 km/h (162 mph), and 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) takes roughly 5.7 seconds. The 964 generation brought features like coil springs (instead of older torsion bars), power steering and standard ABS. Aerodynamically it keeps the 964 body with integrated PU bumpers and a pop-up rear spoiler, but thanks to the lower windshield and lighter doors it looks even more compact. The roof is a minimal, “emergency” style top — the Speedster is more about that raw driving feel than everyday practicality. Many cars got the Porsche Porsche Cup 1-style wheels with five chunky spokes, and collectors tend to treat the Speedster as a distinct, rare flavor of the 964 because it was built in small numbers.

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The Norev 1/18 model from Play-X’s collection

The photos show a 1/18 scale model by Norev, made in classic diecast metal. The little car is from collector member “Play‑X.” The proportions of the real car are well captured: the low windshield with a black frame, the two distinctive bumps over the rear, and the narrow Carrera‑2 body are all noticeable. Up front you can see the round headlights with visible reflectors; the indicators and fog lamps are separately fitted clear or orange plastic parts. A small Porsche crest badge centers the hood. The side trim, door handles and mirrors are painted to match the body. On the rear cover the gently rising double-bump is nicely modeled — that’s the Speedster signature. The plate “S‑PE 964” ties the mini to the 964 family.

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Paint, details and collector worth

The model’s paint is a rich yellow that resembles the Porsche color called “Speedgelb.” Paired with the yellow-painted five‑spoke Porsche Cup 1 wheels it gives a unified look you sometimes see on special-order cars. The wheels have realistic tire sidewall shaping; inside you can make out brake discs and calipers in silhouette. The interior is kept dark: seats, dash and center console are black; the three‑spoke wheel and the binnacle with round gauges are rendered as reliefs. Wiper arms, mirror glass, side markers and door locks are separate parts, which adds to the model’s realism. This particular piece doesn’t have opening parts; the gaps on hood and doors look even in the photos. It’s a 1/18 diecast model by Norev, which gives it a solid feel and sturdy parts. For anyone after a straightforward, true‑to‑the‑real‑car 964 Speedster in this size, the model reads well without gimmicks — the badges, smooth yellow paint and the double‑bump rear make the reference to the Porsche 911 (964) Speedster clear.

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