Porsche Cars Australia has revealed a very special version of the new 911 Turbo S called the 911 Turbo S Land Down Under. The one-off sports car was created to celebrate 75 years of Porsche’s official presence in Australia. It combines the latest 911 Turbo S with custom design work that highlights Australia’s landscapes, wildlife, and culture.
Unlike a normal production model, this car is a unique build created through Porsche’s Sonderwunsch program, which allows highly personalised vehicles to be made for special projects and customers.
A one-of-a-kind design inspired by Australia
The biggest highlight of the 911 Turbo S Land Down Under is its custom exterior. Porsche used a special Chromaflair paint finish that changes colour depending on the light and viewing angle. The lower part of the car appears in Terra Australis Red, while the upper section shifts into Southern Cross Blue. Together, these colours represent Australia’s red outback and its famous night sky. The paint process alone took more than 300 hours to complete because of its complexity.
Australian artist Werner Bronkhorst also added hand-painted artwork across different parts of the vehicle. His designs include Australian wildlife and natural scenery, making the car feel like a moving piece of art rather than just a high-performance sports car.
Interior filled with Australian details
The cabin continues the Australian theme with many custom touches that cannot be found on a standard 911 Turbo S. Porsche used premium materials and unique artwork throughout the interior to create a special atmosphere.
- Dark Night Blue leather with Coolibah Brown accents
- Silky Oak wood trim inspired by Australian timber
- Embroidered headliner showing the night sky above Uluru in 1951
- Blue Mountains topographic patterns and custom seat perforations
These details were carefully designed to celebrate Australia’s history, landscape, and natural beauty while keeping the luxury feel expected from a Porsche.
Performance remains true to the 911 Turbo S
Although the appearance is completely unique, the mechanical package remains the same as the latest Porsche 911 Turbo S. The new model uses Porsche’s advanced T-Hybrid performance system together with a twin-turbocharged 3.6-litre flat-six engine.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.6-litre twin-turbo flat-six with T-Hybrid system |
| Maximum Power | 523 kW (711 PS) |
| Maximum Torque | 800 Nm |
| Transmission | 8-speed PDK automatic |
| Drive System | All-wheel drive |
| 0–100 km/h | About 2.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 322 km/h |
The hybrid system is designed to improve performance rather than focus mainly on fuel savings. Electric assistance helps the turbochargers respond faster, giving the driver stronger acceleration and smoother power delivery.
More than just a special paint job
The Land Down Under edition is more than a customised sports car. Porsche says the project reflects the close relationship between the company and Australia over the past 75 years. Small hidden details also add personality to the car, including a playful “See ya later, mate” message hidden beneath the rear spoiler.
The project also highlights what Porsche’s Sonderwunsch program can achieve. Instead of offering only optional extras, the program allows designers, engineers, and artists to work together on highly personalised vehicles that match a specific story or theme.
Key highlights of the 911 Turbo S Land Down Under
- Created to celebrate 75 years of Porsche in Australia
- One-off build produced through the Porsche Sonderwunsch program
- Special colour-shifting paint inspired by Australia’s landscapes
- Custom interior artwork and premium handcrafted details throughout
The Porsche 911 Turbo S Land Down Under is a celebration of Australian identity wrapped inside one of Porsche’s fastest road cars. While its performance remains identical to the latest 911 Turbo S, the handcrafted paint, artwork, and carefully chosen interior details make it unlike any other Porsche on the road. Rather than creating a limited production model, Porsche chose to build a single vehicle that honours Australia’s history, scenery, and long connection with the brand. For Porsche fans and collectors, it stands as one of the most distinctive 911 Turbo S models ever created.
