Daniel Arsham's latest Porsche 911 restomod, the 993A, debuted at The Bridge concours with an asking price starting around $595,000, according to Robb Report. This 1998 Porsche Carrera 2 S coupe, rebuilt over eight months in 2024, commands a valuation that positions it as a premier piece in the burgeoning automotive art market.
Yet, this meticulously rebuilt classic now derives its primary value from artistic reinterpretation and exclusivity, not its original engineering or driving purity. Its transformation marks a distinct departure from traditional automotive appreciation.
The market for iconic classic cars is increasingly driven by art collectors and investors. This pushes prices beyond traditional enthusiasts' reach and redefines what constitutes a 'collectible' automobile.
What We Know About the Daniel Arsham Porsche 911 Restomod
- The 993A, a 1998 Porsche Carrera 2 S coupe, underwent an eight-month rebuild in 2024, debuting at The Bridge concours. Offers start around $595,000, per Robb Report.
- Arsham previously created the '930A', a custom 1986 Porsche 911 Turbo, according to Porsche Newsroom.
Arsham consistently transforms specific Porsche models into high-value art objects, rather than merely restoring them.
Arsham's Expanding Influence in Automotive Art
The 993A's availability, managed through Canepa, solidifies Arsham's established market for high-value Porsche art cars. He also tasked Canepa with finding a buyer for his '911 Sculpture', a 1987 911 Carrera coupe, according to Robb Report.
Beyond these exclusive projects, Hot Wheels is releasing a new model based on Arsham's 1973 Porsche 911 RSA, according to Autoguide. This dual strategy—crafting ultra-exclusive restomods and mass-market collectibles—expands Arsham's impact across diverse automotive demographics. The 993A's price confirms Arsham's artistic brand now multiplies classic Porsche value more potently than original engineering, transforming heritage into a luxury art asset.
