As production of the Type 964 neared its conclusion, Porsche introduced one of the most distinctive and exclusive variants of the air-cooled era.

Built during 1993 and 1994 by Porsche’s Exclusive Department from the final allocation of 964 Turbo chassis, the 911 Turbo 3.6 S Flachbau, or Flatnose, represented a culmination of Porsche’s bespoke manufacturing capabilities and the ultimate expression of the rear-wheel-drive 964 Turbo.


Reviving a design theme first popularized by the Sonderwunsch-program 930 Turbos of the 1980s, the Flachbau drew inspiration from the aerodynamic profile of Porsche’s dominant 935 race cars.

The traditional 911 silhouette was transformed by a dramatically reworked front end featuring exposed pop-up headlights, vented front fenders, and a lower, more purposeful appearance.


Based on the 911 Turbo 3.6, the Flachbau was built in three separate series for Japan (X83), Rest of World markets (X84), and the US (X85).

While minor differences existed between the...