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Imagine Owing Taxes So Bad You Light Up Your Porsche 911

  • A 2018 Porsche 911 burned in rural Paraná, Brazil, over the weekend.
  • Police say security footage shows the owner setting it on fire himself.
  • The car had outstanding tax debts, and the case is under investigation.

Imagine the feeling of getting a call from the police that they’ve found your stolen Porsche 911, but that it’s been burned to the ground. No doubt, that would be rough for anyone, but for one man in Brazil, the call got even worse, because police think he’s the one who did it – and it seems like the video evidence they possess is pretty convincing.

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The incident happened in Lapa, a rural town in the Curitiba metro region of Brazil. According to local outlet G1.globo, the owner told the police that he was the subject of an ambush.

Armed individuals in a truck stole his car with him in it, drove it down a deserted road, and then set it on fire. In fact, he went to the hospital for burns, which initially seemed like clear evidence of his credibility.

Caught on Camera

State Highway Police didn’t just take the man at his word, though. It turns out that of all the rural roads in the area, the place where the Porsche burned down, just happens to have a security camera nearby.

Police say that the man who walks up to the car and sets it on fire bears a striking resemblance to the owner. The clothes even matched, and police think they know what the motive was, too.

Evidently, the 911 in question, reportedly worth around R$700,000 (roughly $120,000 USD) was subject to expensive unpaid tax debts. The Civil Police in the area confirm that the situation is under investigation of being a false crime report. That said, they haven’t released the name of the owner, nor have they made any arrests.

A Fiery Mistake

Video from the scene doesn’t show any kidnappers, a truck, or anyone other than the man who allegedly sets the car on fire. Whoever it is seems to stop and take a moment to consider what they’re about to do before lighting some sort of accelerant in the Porsche. The fire is so violent at first that the man in question recoils as it grazes him.

It’s unclear where the case will go from here, but hopefully justice will be served. If this owner did indeed set his very special car on fire in front of the only camera within miles, it feels like karmic justice.

Sources: G1.globo | H/T to ÁTILA!

Porsche 911 Purists Might Need Therapy After Seeing This 993 Conversion

  • Everrati has revealed the Porsche 911 993 Founders Edition with a fully electric powertrain.
  • The electromod carries a carbon body, a modernized interior, and a reengineered chassis.
  • This EV delivers 760 horsepower, 200 miles of range, and a fully reversible conversion.

The Porsche 993 has long been one of the most sought-after 911s, remembered as the final generation to feature an air-cooled engine. That distinction is absent in Everrati’s latest creation, which transforms the 1990s classic into a fully electric sports car while offering a wide range of customization and modern refinements.

The process behind the 911 (993) Founders Edition begins with a full restoration of the donor vehicle, handled by Porsche specialists. From there, the body is reimagined with carbon fiber panels that stay true to the timeless 993 silhouette while borrowing subtle cues from the Turbo S.

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Notable exterior changes include new LED lighting, Everrati badging, and of course, the disappearance of exhaust tips. The car rides on 18-inch forged alloy wheels inspired by the classic HRE turbo twists, and buyers can personalize their cars with a broad palette of paint finishes and optional graphics.

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Restored Cabin With Modern Touches

Inside, the 993 receives a mix of heritage and modern convenience. Alcantara and Bridge of Weir leather cover much of the cabin, while smaller details such as stalks and touchpoints have been retrimmed. The instrument cluster retains the familiar five-gauge layout of the original, only now updated for the electric setup.

A discreet Porsche Classic navigation unit sits in the center console, providing Bluetooth connectivity and the option of pairing with a higher-grade sound system. For those who want a sportier layout, Recaro Sportster CS seats can replace the standard front chairs, and a rear seat delete is available.

More Power, Same Weight

The most important changes happen under the skin. The air-cooled flat-six is gone, giving way to a single electric motor with 760 hp (567 kW / 771 PS) and 810 Nm (597 lb-ft) of torque. These figures eclipse even Porsche’s most extreme 993 models, including the Carrera RS, Turbo S, and GT2. A custom differential channels power to the rear wheels, enabling a 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) sprint in 3.3 seconds and 0-100 mph (0-161 km/h) in 8 seconds.

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Energy is supplied by a 63 kWh battery pack with advanced management and temperature control systems. On a full charge, it delivers up to 320 km (200 miles) of range, though enthusiastic driving will likely bring that figure down. The system supports 100 kW fast charging, allowing the battery to replenish from 20 to 80 percent in about 25 minutes.

Everrati also emphasizes that the conversion closely matches the original car’s weight and balance, preserving the 993’s driving character.

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Handling And Reversibility

The classic Porsche benefits from power-assisted steering, regenerative braking, as well as new suspension components and uprated brakes. For those who want the best handling, the company offers an optional performance package that adds active suspension and more durable materials for the brakes.

Importantly, the process is reversible, meaning the donor Porsche can return to its factory state if desired, an assurance that could help protect resale values.

The 911 (993) Founders Edition is already available to order at an undisclosed price. The question is whether there will be enough 993 owners willing to convert their air-cooled Porsches into BEVs.

 Porsche 911 Purists Might Need Therapy After Seeing This 993 Conversion

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