Porsche has introduced a one-off 718 Spyder RS Panamericana Special, celebrating 70 years since the brand’s success at the 1954 Carrera Panamericana in Mexico and marking its continued collaborative relationship with TAG Heuer. This car serves as the final installment of Porsche’s tribute trilogy, inspired by its iconic 550 Spyder and crafted through the exclusive Sonderwunsch personalization program.
This tribute vehicle commemorates Hans Herrmann’s historic third-place finish in 1954, where he also secured victory in the Sport category for cars up to 1500 cc. That triumph was pivotal for Porsche, cementing the brand’s motorsport legacy and influencing the creation of the Carrera name for future models.
The 718 Spyder RS Panamericana Special boasts unique design elements, including Centenaire silver aerodynamic components, Carmine Red fender stripes and yellow “55” numbers that honor Herrmann’s race-winning 550 Spyder. Inside, the car offers luxurious touches like Carmine Red leather seats, embroidered Carrera Panamericana logos and a watch mount integrated under the armrest to secure the exclusive TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Porsche Panamericana.
“This car celebrates not only Porsche’s success in Mexico but also the stories that shaped the brand,” said Tobias Eninger, CEO of Porsche Latin America. “It completes our trilogy of Panamericana-inspired models, paying homage to our heritage in motorsport and the Carrera Panamericana.”
The car is set to be auctioned for charity, while the accompanying TAG Heuer chronograph is set to be released this October as a limited edition of 255 examples. At the time of writing, an estimate for the 718 Spyder RS Panamericana Special has not yet been shared, as for the watch, it is expected to retail for 35,000 CHF via TAG’s official site and authorized dealers.
