Porsche has a storied history with its Turbo models, blending decades of racing triumphs with everyday usability.
Now, Porsche is inviting fans to a special exhibition, “Beyond Performance. 50 Years of Porsche Turbo,” at the Porsche Museum, running until 12 January 2025.
“In this special exhibition, we’re giving the ‘Turbo feeling’ a face, across all model lines,” says curator Iris Haker. “When you speak of Turbo, you mean Porsche.” The exhibition is a treasure trove of never-before-seen cars and smaller exhibits that highlight the essence of Turbo.
Technology enthusiasts will be thrilled by the cutaway models showcasing Turbo technology; a 13-metre-long display case filled with technical exhibits, drawings, and photographs takes visitors through the evolution of turbocharging.
As you wander through the exhibit, you’ll encounter some iconic models. One standout is the first 911 Turbo, a special gift to Louise Piëch on her 70th birthday in 1974.
This unique car featured a narrow body and a 2.7-litre engine, distinctively branded with “Carrera” instead of “turbo.” The car boasted an extravagant rear wing and a personalised badge on the glove compartment.
Another head-turner is the 992-generation 911 Turbo, a collaborative effort between Porsche and aircraft manufacturer Embraer. The 911 Turbo S ‘Duet’ from 2020 features a silver two-tone finish, designed to match the Phenom 300E business jet.
The special exhibition also showcases Turbonite threads through the display, tying together themes like ‘The Turbo Principle,’ ‘Beyond Turbo,’ and ‘Motorsport.’ The epilogue brings heritage and innovation face-to-face, showcasing a 1976 Porsche 911 that belonged to Ferry Porsche alongside a 911 Turbo LEGO Big Brick anniversary car.
Even kids get to join the fun with the “Tina and the Turbo Secret” digital learning adventure. Young visitors can follow the Porsche 4Kids mascot Tina Turbo through a multimedia guide, uncovering the origins of the Turbo name and discovering quirky Turbo cars.
The guide is available in multiple languages and is included in the entry fee. The Porsche 4Kids area also features a LEGO 911 Turbo, sound showers, and interactive activities that make learning about Turbo a blast.
Sounds like a family outing waiting to happen, right?
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