Theon Design’s 427HP Porsche 911 Restomod Is Lightweight Perfection

Understated Elegance with a Visual Punch

Visually, Theon’s creation is a celebration of restraint and elegance. In a world of increasingly caricatured 911 restomods, this build stays true to its roots.

It wears Azzuro Thetys Metallic, a modern Porsche shade, to dazzling effect, appearing nearly silver in the shade, and bursting into life in sunlight. It’s not flashy, but it is breathtaking.

Wider tires, aggressive stance, and subtle aero tweaks hint at its performance potential. But it never shouts. It simply smolders.

A Cabin That Merges Classic Charm with Hidden Modernity

Step inside and you're met with a beautifully restrained interior that channels vintage Porsche simplicity, just with modern luxuries hiding in plain sight.

Classic dials and offset pedals remain, but toggle switches now control things like the sports exhaust and rear spoiler.

• Leather? Everywhere. The client asked for it, and Theon delivered.
• High-end audio system includes JL Audio amps, subs, and Focal speakers—all seamlessly integrated.

Every detail is meticulously executed. This isn’t just a restomod—it’s coachbuilding on a bespoke level.

Theon’s 911: Surprisingly Approachable, Delightfully Engaging

Driving a one-off build with bespoke parts worth a small fortune should feel intimidating—but it doesn’t. This 911 is surprisingly friendly at low speeds, with communicative controls that make it feel planted and progressive from the first meter.

• Balanced, weighty controls give reassuring feedback
• Six-speed manual from a 993 RS feels direct and mechanical
• Brakes offer sharp modulation without being grabby
• Ride comfort is superb despite the car’s track-ready focus

There’s a cohesion here that’s rare. Nothing feels overly tuned or compromised. Instead, everything works in harmony to deliver a confident, engaging drive.

Performance That Rivals Modern Supercars

At full tilt, this 964-based monster is a revelation. That 4.0-liter flat-six sings like a SoCal hot rod, slingshotting the car forward with a ferocity that catches you off guard. Revving cleanly from 4,500 to 7,000 rpm in seconds, it feels raw and relentless—yet never unruly.

With a power-to-weight ratio of 371 hp per tonne, it actually beats the 992 GT3 RS, which posts 362 hp per tonne. That’s no small feat.

Despite its old-school soul, this car has the pace and poise to go toe-to-toe with the best modern performance machines. And it sounds like thunder doing it.

The Verdict: A High-Water Mark for Restomods

There’s no shortage of high-end Porsche restomods on the market right now. But few match the polish, poise, and performance of this Theon Design creation. It’s not just fast, it’s exquisitely detailed, beautifully balanced, and deeply satisfying to drive.

Sure, the $600,000+ price tag (plus the donor 964) puts it in the upper echelons of automotive indulgence.

But as a showcase of British craftsmanship applied to German engineering, this Porsche is nothing short of stunning. In an era where automotive soul often takes a back seat to software, Theon has built something for the true believers.