In a world overflowing with 911 restomods, the Fifteen Eleven Design 914 stands out as something genuinely special — a bold, exhilarating reimagining of Porsche’s often-overlooked 1970s mid-engine icon. Built by the bespoke arm of UK rally powerhouse Mellors Elliot Motorsport, this isn’t just another pretty classic with modern bits bolted on. It’s a thoroughly engineered, lightweight weapon that blends vintage charm with supercar-slaying performance.
Heart of a Modern Porsche, Soul of a Classic
At the core sits a reworked flat-six from the 987 Cayman platform. Buyers can choose between a high-revving 3.8L or torquier 4.0L version, both fitted with forged pistons, steel internals, a race-bred Life Racing ECU, and a custom stainless exhaust. The result? Around 380 horsepower — more than triple the original 914’s output — delivered through a precise 6-speed manual gearbox.fifteenelevendesign.com
Weighing in at a featherlight 975 kg, this thing is a scalpel on wheels. Reiger three-way adjustable coilovers (proven in World Rally Championship cars), modernized suspension geometry, Brembo 4- or 6-piston brakes with cross-drilled discs, and an AP Racing pedal box mean it handles with razor-sharp precision while stopping on a dime.
Form Follows Function — Beautifully
The body is hand-laid carbon fiber, widened for aggressive stance and better cooling, with a redesigned hood, aggressive front bumper, rear ducktail spoiler, and modern LED projector headlights paired with “Moby Dick” driving lights. The Targa-top silhouette remains instantly recognizable, but the stance, details, and presence scream modern performance.Inside, it’s pure driver-focused luxury: bespoke leather upholstery, custom bucket seats, a redesigned bulkhead for improved legroom, and a cockpit that feels both intimate and thoroughly premium.
Why It Feels Revolutionary
This 914 retains the purity and playful character of the original while delivering the power, refinement, and reliability modern enthusiasts demand. It’s not a restomod in the usual sense — Fifteen Eleven calls it a resurrection. With FIA-compliant fuel cell, reinforced chassis with T45 tubular supports, 18-inch Fuchs-style wheels on Michelin Pilot Sport tires, and that glorious flat-six soundtrack right behind your ears, it delivers an experience few other cars can match.
Priced in the £350k–£400k+ range depending on options, the Fifteen Eleven 914 is an exclusive, no-compromise machine for those who want something truly different. It’s lightweight, analog, and alive in a way heavy modern supercars can never be — yet it has the performance to embarrass far more expensive machinery.
If you love the idea of a classic Porsche that drives like it was born yesterday, this mid-engine masterpiece deserves a spot at the very top of your list. Pure driving joy, reimagined.