Porsche 911 (993) RWB widebody build
Porsche 911 (993) RWB: A polarizing masterpiece of widebody artistry
What is it?
The RWB (Rauh-Welt Begriff) build transforms the air-cooled Porsche 993 into a raw, circuit-inspired machine through dramatic widebody styling. Masterminded by Akira Nakai, each conversion involves extensive hand-cut body modifications and bespoke suspension setups. It bridges the gap between traditional Porsche refinement and aggressive, track-focused visual theater.
Why it's interesting
Collectors are drawn to these builds because they represent a singular, hands-on aesthetic philosophy applied to the final generation of air-cooled 911s. The collaborative nature of the build, often performed in person by Nakai-san, turns the vehicle into a rolling expression of Japanese drift-culture influence applied to German precision engineering.
Quick Facts
Production
1994-1998 (Base 993 donor)
Engine
3.6L or 3.8L air-cooled flat-six
Power
Varies by build
Transmission
6-speed manual
What to notice
- Exaggerated, bolt-on fender flares that drastically increase the track width
- Deep-dish, multi-piece wheels tucked aggressively under the widened arches
- Custom, often massive, rear 'whale tail' or GT-style wings
- Low-slung front splitters that prioritize downforce aesthetics
Did you know?
Akira Nakai famously hand-cuts the metal fenders of every RWB build using standard power tools rather than computer-aided templates.
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