Monterey Car Week Porsches - No Reserve Highlights
Monterey Car Week is the premier stage for the world’s most significant collector cars, and the 2025 auctions are set to feature an exceptional collection of Porsches. From rare racing prototypes to meticulously crafted modern icons, this year’s sales will showcase the brand’s diverse and storied history. We’re going to take a closer look at the most exciting Porsches set to be sold with no reserve during the 2025 Monterey Car Week.
Introduced in 1969 as a joint venture between Porsche and Volkswagen, the mid-engine 914 was designed to be a new, affordable entry-level Porsche. In Europe, it was known as the VW-Porsche 914, while in North America it was simply the Porsche 914.
Its distinctive, angular body featured pop-up headlights and a removable Targa top. The mid-engine layout, with the engine placed between the driver and the rear axle, gave the 914 excellent balance and nimble handling that was praised by enthusiasts.
Standard models were equipped with a fuel-injected flat-four engine from Volkswagen. Porsche also produced a limited-run 914/6 model, which used a more powerful flat-six engine from the 911 T.
Although its styling and VW heritage initially met with mixed reviews, the 914’s exceptional handling and balanced performance eventually earned it a respected place in the brand’s history, and now represents an affordable way into the Porsche life. This will be offered with no reserve by Broad Arrow Auctions at their Monterey Jet Center Auction that kicks off Monterey Car Week 2025.
Estimate: $35,000 – $45,000
The 1977 Porsche 911 Targa is a notable example from the “G-Series” generation (1974-1989), a period when the 911 evolved with new design and safety features to meet stricter regulations.
The Targa model’s unique roof design featured a removable panel and a distinctive stainless-steel roll bar. This innovation gave drivers the open-air experience of a convertible while maintaining the structural rigidity of a coupe.
Power came from a 2.7-liter, air-cooled flat-six engine. This was one of the last years for the 2.7-liter before the introduction of the more robust 3.0-liter engine in 1978. The car also had the iconic “accordion” bumpers that defined the G-Series.
This 1977 Porsche 911 Targa benefits from a very thorough restoration completed as part of the 2023 Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge by Porsche Tucson. Offered with no reserve when it crosses the block at Broad Arrow’s Monterey Jet Center Auction, this is expected to sell for $90,000 – $130,000 making it an absolute bargain considering the costs of the restoration.
Estimate: $90,000 – $130,000
The 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Coupe (991 generation) is one of Porsche’s most powerful and track-focused production cars. It was designed as the ultimate road-legal 911, showcasing Porsche’s engineering and aerodynamic expertise.
The car’s heart was a 3.8L twin-turbocharged flat-six engine, a highly modified version from the 911 Turbo S. It generated nearly 700 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque, allowing for a 0-60 mph time of 2.7 seconds and a top speed of 211 mph, all managed by a lightweight rear-wheel-drive system and a seven-speed PDK transmission.
Engineered for maximum performance, the GT2 RS made extensive use of carbon fiber for its body panels, achieving a curb weight of just over 3,200 pounds. Its aggressive aerodynamics, including a large rear wing and carbon-fiber diffuser, provided significant downforce to keep it stable at high speeds.
With its extreme performance and track-focused design, the 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS has earned a legendary reputation as a modern classic for its blend of power and precise handling. The example being offered by Mecum Auctions at their Monterey 2025 sale is equipped with the Weissach Package and shows just 227 miles since new. It’s expected to sell for $450,000 – $500,000 when it hits the auction block with no reserve.
Estimate: $450,000 – $500,000
The 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo, from the 993 generation, holds a special place in the model’s history as the first 911 Turbo to feature all-wheel drive. This marked a significant departure from the rear-wheel-drive “widowmaker” Turbos of the past, making the car much more manageable and secure to drive.
The 993 Turbo was powered by a 3.6-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six engine, producing 400 horsepower. This power was delivered through a six-speed manual transmission to all four wheels, giving the car incredible traction and grip. It could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in a blistering 4.2 seconds.
Visually, the 993 Turbo was distinguished by its wide body, fixed “whale tail” rear spoiler, and distinctive 18-inch “hollow spoke” wheels, which were a first for a production car. These design elements, along with its powerful engine and all-wheel-drive system, combined to create a car that was both a high-performance machine and a technological marvel.
The example being offered by Broad Arrow Auctions at their Monterey Jet Center sale has been with the same California-based family since it was new. It sports its factory original paint and has covered just 45,300 miles since it left the showroom. It’s expected to bring $225,000 – $275,000 and is being offered with no reserve. It’s quite the bargain compared to the 959 that inspired it!
Estimate: $225,000 – $275,000
The Porsche Carrera GT is a mid-engine supercar with a direct link to the company’s racing heritage. Its origins come from a secret racing prototype, the LMP2000, which was developed in the late 1990s with the intent of competing in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This project was ultimately shelved as Porsche shifted its focus and resources, supposedly to the development of the Cayenne SUV. However, instead of abandoning the advanced technology and design, Porsche decided to repurpose the project’s engine, creating a road-going car that was first unveiled as a concept in 2000 at the Paris Motor Show and entered production in 2004.
At the core of the Carrera GT’s aural and performance experience was its naturally aspirated 5.7L V10 engine. Originally designed specifically for the LMP2000 racing program, this engine produced 604 horsepower and was paired with a six-speed manual transmission. Its high-revving nature and unique sound made it one of the most celebrated engines of its time.
The car was a technological marvel, featuring a carbon-fiber monocoque chassis and body, which gave it an incredibly low curb weight and exceptional structural rigidity. This construction was a first for a Porsche road car and a rarity in the automotive world at the time. The Carrera GT also featured an aggressive aerodynamic design, including a deployable rear wing, and a unique clutch system known as the Porsche Ceramic Composite Clutch (PCC) to handle its immense power.
Produced in limited numbers from 2004 to 2006, the Porsche Carrera GT is celebrated today as one of the last great analog supercars. It represents a pinnacle of Porsche’s engineering, blending pure, unassisted driving dynamics with motorsport-derived technology to create a legendary driving experience.
The example being offered by Gooding Christie’s at the 2025 Pebble Beach Auctions is one of 644 built for the US market and shows a bit over 7,500 miles since new. It was displayed at The Quail last year and includes the Carrera GT luggage set and plenty of service records. Set to cross the block with no reserve, this 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is anticipated to sell for $1,250,000 – $1,500,000.
Estimate: $1,250,000 – $1,500,000