The F1 turbo-powered Porsche

This spectacular Porsche 930 TAG Turbo was unveiled by British automotive engineering specialists, Lanzante at last weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. Based on the 930 Turbo bodyshape and fitted with a genuine 1980s McLaren-TAG Formula 1 engine, this was one of two examples at the famous hillclimb. The car featured here was a celebration of driver Stefan Johansson’s achievements, combines one of his race engines from the 1987 season with his highly acclaimed artwork.

‘SJ87’ is fitted with Stefan’s very own race engine from the McLaren MP4/3 Formula 1 race car, which he drove at the 1987 Austrian round. Beyond this, ‘SJ87’ is finished in a one-of-a-kind design over its gleaming white bodywork. The design includes the green shades from his iconic helmet design, inspired by his father’s nickname for him as a child, ‘Little Leaf’. Blues and yellow are a nod to his Swedish heritage, while red and white tie back to the livery of his McLaren racing car, which has donated its special 1.5-litre V6 twin turbo powerplant. The final design has been painstakingly hand painted by Stefan, in his trademark style, to produce a striking end result, combining his past and present passions.

Photos © Lanzante