Since it debuted more than 60 years ago, the Porsche 911 has become one of the most iconic and recognizable sports cars of all time. Its legendary status makes it a popular choice for tuners and modifiers to enhance the car’s capabilities even further.
Porsche offers factory-tuned and limited edition models of the 911, but for those seeking something a bit more special, there are companies such as: Gunther Werks, RUF, Singer, and Canepa, as well as bespoke tuners like Magnus Walker and Rauh-Welt Begriff (RWB).
A few years ago, German tuning and design company Brabus began modifying Porsches, too. Brabus is most well-known as a tuner of Mercedes-Benz vehicles. In 2020, they began production of the Brabus Rocket, a highly modified version of the 911 Turbo S.
One of these cars will be crossing the auction block at the 2026 Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. The car is a 2023 Brabus 900 Rocket R, and it is an incredibly special car. This is a car for someone who wants a 911 that has been elevated to new heights. Let’s take a deep dive into what makes this car so special.
To start, the Brabus 900 Rocket R is incredibly limited, with just 25 units produced worldwide. Adding to the exclusivity, this car is one of just two that are street legal in the United States, and the only one finished in “Mexico Blue” exterior paint. Owing to its blue exterior over blue interior, the car is appropriately nicknamed “Blue Magic.”
While the standard 911 Turbo S has about 640 horsepower, the Rocket R makes 900 horsepower from its 3.8L twin-turbo flat-six engine, and 1,000 n-m of torque. This is coupled to Porsche’s superb 8-speed PDK gearbox, which blends everyday usability with race-level performance. It is a potent combination that delivers exhilarating performance across the powerband. This allows the car to rocket from 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds, 0-120 mph in 7.2 seconds, and a top speed of 211 mph.
The car features a full exterior treatment including WIDESTAR front and rear bumpers, carbon fiber lip spoiler, and carbon fiber side mirrors. The car is approximately 2.6 inches wider than a stock 911 Turbo S. The air ducts in the front fenders are fully functional, helping to expel heat from the wheel arches.
Other Brabus upgrades include: Brabus height-adjustable suspension and shock absorbers, Brabus brakes, Brabus carbon fiber body package, and a full luxury interior with leather, Alcantara, and carbon fiber.
The car features a Brabus Inconel high-performance exhaust system with four tailpipes. Inconel is a special alloy of steel that is developed for high temperatures. It is mostly used in the aerospace industry on rockets, making it a perfect fit for the Brabus 900 Rocket R. The exhaust has electronically controlled valves with two modes – a “Coming Home” mode that is perfect for a relaxed cruise, or a “Sport” mode that allows for experiencing the full range of the car’s powerful 900 hp engine.
The car rides on a set of Brabus Monoblock P Platinum Edition wheels with carbon aero discs, which measure 21 inches up front and 22 inches in the rear. Wrapped in Continental SportContact 7 tires, they are sure to provide maximum grip.
This is a 911 done to a very high level, and one that just a few lucky owners will get to experience.
The car’s original MSRP was $585,000 USD, so it will be interesting to see what it sells for in January 2026. This car will be crossing the block at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2026 collector car auction, with NO RESERVE price.
For more information, see this link: https://www.barrett-jackson.com/2026-scottsdale/docket/vehicle/2023-brabus-900-rocket-r-291058
Update: The car SOLD for $1 million on 24 Jan 2026!
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