Classic 9 Motorwerks

Name

Classic 9 Motorwerks

Legal name

Classic 9 Motorwerks

Website

https://classic9motorwerks.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Jacksonville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Custom Vehicle Builds: Full custom Porsche 911 restomod builds starting at $510,000 per vehicle (excluding client-supplied donor car). Each build is bespoke, one-of-a-kind, with individualized proposals outlining options and configurations. Revenue is generated through one-time project fees for complete vehicle transformations.
2. Restoration Services: Professional restoration services for client-owned vintage Porsche 911 vehicles, including chassis restoration, engine rebuilding, and component upgrades.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Classic 9 Motorwerks provides professional restoration and bespoke restomod services for client-owned vintage Porsche 911 (1969-1989) and 914 vehicles. Each project transforms a donor chassis into a one-of-a-kind heritage-inspired machine featuring custom twin-plug turbocharged flat-six engines, motorsport-inspired bodywork, upgraded suspension, and bespoke interior craftsmanship. The company does not manufacture or sell automobiles; it delivers a turnkey custom vehicle service starting at $510,000 per build.

Product overview

Classic 9 Motorwerks is a heritage-inspired Porsche 911 restoration specialist offering a portfolio of bespoke restomod vehicles. The company builds vehicles to order on client-provided donor chassis, transforming classic Porsche 911s (1969-1989) and the 914 into heritage-inspired machines that honor Porsche's motorsport legacy. The product lineup includes the C9 911 RS Turbo (flagship model featuring a 420hp 3.0L turbo engine), C9 911 RSR (3.8L twin-plug turbo inspired by the 2.8 RSR race car), C9 911 CS Clubsport (3.5L inspired by the lightweight 911 ST), and C9 914 GT6 (3.5L evolution of the 914/6 GT). All vehicles are available in Touring and Sport configurations with extensive customization options including paint schemes, interior materials, and performance upgrades. Pricing for the RS Turbo starts at $510,000 plus donor vehicle.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• C9 911 RS Turbo Flagship heritage-inspired custom Porsche 911 restomod, conceived as an evolution of the 1973 911 RS inspired by the Carrera RSR Turbo. Built on client-provided 1969-1989 911 chassis, featuring a bespoke 3.0L turbocharged flat-six engine producing 420 hp and 380 lb-ft of torque, with a curb weight of 2,340 lbs achieving a 5.6 lbs/hp power-to-weight ratio, 0-60 mph in under 4 seconds, and top speed above 170 mph. Pricing starts at $510,000 excluding donor vehicle.
• C9 911 RSR

Quantifiable outcome

• 5.6 lbs/hp power-to-weight ratio (2,340 lbs / 420 hp)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• iSystems (Levon Pentecost)coreTechnology or IntegrationLevon Pentecost, founder of iSystems, has been an integral influence since Classic 9 Motorwerks' inception. iSystems develops, assembles, and dyno tunes the bespoke turbo motors for all C9 builds. Their in-house dynamometer and spintron allow data acquisition and valve train analysis. The 45+ years of racing and engine building knowledge from Pentecost has been crucial to creating custom components based on specific performance criteria.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• Canepa: California-based restoration, sales, and motorsport facility with significant Porsche restoration capability. Comparable in high-end restoration services but broader scope across multiple marques and collector car sales.
• Kelly-Moss Motorsports: Porsche racing, restoration, and motorsport preparation shop with deep Porsche expertise. Overlaps in Porsche restoration services and customer base, though more racing-oriented than Classic 9.
• Eggerloff Porsche: Specialist Porsche restoration and custom build shop focused on early 911s. Operates at smaller scale in the same niche as Classic 9, with comparable craftsmanship-led ethos.
• Emory Motorsports: Specializes in restored and modified vintage Porsche 356 and early 911 builds with a distinct hot-rod aesthetic. Overlaps in Porsche restoration niche and ultra-premium clientele, but earlier donor era.
• Kremer Racing: Long-standing German Porsche specialist with restoration and competition heritage. Comparable in vintage Porsche focus and bespoke engineering approach, with motorsport pedigree similar to Classic 9's RSR inspiration.

Direct peers

• Gunther Werks: California-based boutique that reimagines air-cooled Porsche 911s with carbon fiber bodies and high-performance modifications. Operates in the same donor-chassis era (993-based, slightly later) and competes for the same Porsche collector customer.
• Singer Vehicle Design: The most prominent Porsche 911 restomod brand, restoring and reimagining air-cooled 911s (similar donor era to Classic 9) for ultra-high-net-worth clients. Directly comparable in target market, build approach, and pricing tier.
• Paul Stephens: UK specialist restoring and re-imagining early Porsche 911s to bespoke specifications. Targets the same vintage 911 donor chassis and high-net-worth enthusiast market as Classic 9.
• Theon Design: UK-based Porsche 911 restomod builder producing bespoke, limited-run 911s with modern performance upgrades. Comparable boutique scale, donor era, and ultra-premium positioning.
• Tuthill Porsche: UK-based Porsche specialist building bespoke 911 restomods and race cars, with deep motorsport heritage. Comparable in craftsmanship focus, premium pricing, and customer overlap with wealthy Porsche collectors.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/classic9motorwerks
• Facebookfacebook.com/Classic9Moterwerks

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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