Inspired by the Slantnose 935 – Project F-26 – the GUNTHER WERKS 1,000 HORSEPOWER PORSCHE TURBO is limited to 26 builds.
Gunther Werks unveiled its first Slantnose-inspired build at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering today. Project F-26 marks the culmination of everything Gunther Werks has learned since its first build, revolutionizing Porsche’s Turbo platform to deliver a staggering 1,000 horsepower.
Project F-26 gets its name from the aerodynamic shape of a fighter jet and its limited production of 26 units. Visually, F-26 takes inspiration from the iconic Porsche 935 Slantnose and the Porsche Slantnose road car. GUNTHER WERKS 1,000-HORSEPOWER PORSCHE TURBO combines timeless design with Gunther Werks’ innovative carbon-fiber process and a focus on performance.
Coated in custom metallic paint, the F-26 features a carbon fiber high-downforce wing, new rear panels with an aggressive side intake design, and a squared-off rear fender, all punctuated by a dramatic Slantnose front end that recalls one of Porsche’s boldest design experiments. The in-house engineered carbon-fiber front end replaces the original Slantnose pop-up headlights with fixed units, enhancing airflow and reducing drag. This lightweight design results in a curb weight of only 2,700 pounds.
Power for the GUNTHER WERKS 1,000-HORSEPOWER PORSCHE TURBO is supplied by an air-cooled twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter flat-six engine, co-developed by Gunther Werks and Rothsport Racing. It produces 1,000 horsepower and 750 pound-feet of torque, and is paired with a six-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. Keeping the engine cool is a race-derived flat fan, which provides more than double the volume of air than a standard vertical fan, but more significantly provides even cooling to all six cylinders.
Additional upgrades include an all-new carbon fiber airbox, a redesigned intercooler plenum, and integrated blowoff valves within the intake system. F-26 runs on high-octane ethanol with adaptive fuel mapping for standard high-octane gasoline. Lightweight carbon fiber charge pipes feed the engine with the charged air to ensure the best response for the turbos. A custom 935-style exhaust with external wastegates gives F-26 its distinctive sound.
Project F-26 is equipped with staggered Turbo Twist magnesium monoblock wheels, wrapped in Continental ExtremeContact Force tires, measuring 295/30R18 up front and 335/30R18 in the rear. The GUNTHER WERKS 1,000-HORSEPOWER PORSCHE TURBO chassis features an all-new double-wishbone front suspension, adaptive JRZ dampers, motorsport-grade ABS, and advanced traction control. The rear wheelbase has been extended 30 millimeters to the rear, improving the engine’s center of gravity.
The interior of the F-26 highlights function and craftsmanship, featuring exposed carbon fiber, custom leather upholstery, and Alcantara headliner accents. The steering wheel draws inspiration from the wing-angle profile of a fighter jet, while the wooden shift knob pays tribute to Porsche’s racing heritage. A contemporary dashboard combines a Porsche Classic radio with Apple CarPlay, blending vintage charm with modern convenience.
“The Slantnose F-26 is a bold icon from Porsche’s past,” says Peter Nam, founder of Gunther Werks. “The timing felt right to reimagine it with modern craftsmanship and engineering. It’s our way of bridging nostalgia with next-gen performance for the modern driver.”
For more information on the GUNTHER WERKS 1,000-HORSEPOWER PORSCHE TURBO, and the complete range of programs and accessories, please visit https://guntherwerks.com/
