Unleashing the Electric Beast: Everrati's Seriously Fast Porsche 911 RSR 3.8
In the chaotic world of electrifying classic cars, Everrati has once again managed to turn heads and ruffle feathers. This time, they've taken a nostalgic trip down the Porsche memory lane with their electrified rendition of the iconic 1993 Type 964 RSR 3.8. As an automotive scribe who likes to think he has seen it all, I can't help but wonder if we're witnessing the future or just another electrifying madness?
Everrati, known for playing surgeon on classic rides, assures us that no original RSR was harmed in the making of this electric spectacle. A sigh of relief for Porsche purists. Instead, they opted for a sacrificial 964-generation Porsche 911, and I say 'sacrificial' because, well, it had to be done. Sacrifices, after all, are the name of the game in the world of restomods.
Just before you start picturing a mad scientist's lab with sparks flying and lightning bolts, let's talk specs. The heart of this electrifying beast is a Gen2 OEM-grade 63 kWh battery pack, an upgrade that promises to keep things cooler than the proverbial cucumber. Power is delivered to the rear axle via electric motors and a limited-slip differential, giving it a 0-60 mph sprint time of 3.7 seconds. That's quicker than you can say, "Wait, isn't this a classic?"
But fear not, dear reader, for Everrati has assured us that the "true 911 feel" remains intact. They've stripped away the rear seats, added a roll cage, and thrown in some lightweight bucket seats. No images of the cabin yet, but we can only imagine it's a blend of futuristic tech and nostalgia, like the lovechild of James Bond's car and your grandpa's Sunday cruiser.
The exterior, an essential part of any restomod's allure, boasts a new aero package inspired by the original RSR. Picture a larger rear spoiler ready to take flight and a front splitter so low it could double as a snow plow. The 18-inch HRE wheels mimic the OG RSR's, which, as Everrati puts it, were themselves borrowed from a widebody 911 Turbo of the time. It's like automotive fashion, but with a time-traveling twist.
Everrati claims a range of 200 miles, which is impressive considering it's not your typical grocery-getting family-fetching EV. The promise of Apple CarPlay and fast charging options, though, leaves us wanting more details. How fast is "fast," and will Apple CarPlay make us forget we're driving a classic, or will it just remind us of our overdue library books?
In their quest to electrify the classics, Everrati has previously given the shock treatment to a Ford GT40, various 911s, old Range Rovers, and even a classic Mercedes-Benz SL Pagoda. It's like a garage of automotive misfits turned into electric superheroes. But can they really capture the soul of these classics, or are we just witnessing a high-voltage identity crisis?
In the words of Everrati's CEO, Justin Lunny, this electrified RSR promises to be the "most driver-focused yet." A bold claim, considering the lineup of electrified Porsches they've birthed into the world. Whether it's a true homage or a rebellious teenager trying to stand out in the family portrait, only time will tell.
As I sit here, pondering the fate of classic cars in this electrified era, one thing is for sure: Everrati has once again sparked the debate. Is this the future of classic cars, or are we just witnessing the auto industry's midlife crisis? The answers, my friends, might just be as elusive as that 200-mile range. And I know which way I'm leaning - and that is a huge and shockingly electrifying surprise even to myself. Now, who's got Everrati's phone number?
Yours truly,
Captain Electro
