Owner: Miles Collier Collection at Revs Institute
The Porsche 917 is one of the most iconic race cars in history, famed for securing Porsche’s first overall Le Mans victory in 1970. With its groundbreaking aerodynamics and powerful flat-12 engine, the 917 dominated endurance racing. Rare and revered, this legendary machine solidified Porsche’s legacy in motorsport, shaping the future of prototype racing.
Flat-twelve air-cooled engine, mounted midship, twin overhead camshafts, fuel-injected. 4907 cc, 600 hp. The 917-019 was part of Porsche Salzburg in 1970. In 1971, 917K raced as a member of the Martini Racing Team, the new name Louise Piëch gave her organization following sponsorship from Martini & Rossi.