Tom Ford, the associate editor of TG, has expressed his weariness with the negative sentiment surrounding Singer. The backlash against Singerised Porsche 911s has made it seem uncool to appreciate these modified vehicles. However, this is just the nature of the automotive world. Tom acknowledges the appeal of the DLS Turbo and the cars with large wings. For him, Singer has always been about the curation, the details, and the thoughtful design.
What makes this particular car stand out is its improved roof mechanism, an intriguing profile, a naturally aspirated engine, and a 420bhp Cosworth-tuned flat-six engine that will deliver a powerful sound directly into your ears.
This is where Singer truly excels when it reimagines a 911, regardless of the model. The subtlety involved in understanding why a particular 911 looks so good, and whether it genuinely qualifies as a Singer, defines the character of this vehicle.
Ollie Kew, the deputy editor of TG, has had enough of Singer cars. He finally feels confident enough to voice his criticism of Singer. While he admits that these are beautifully crafted machines, he finds the variety of models coming out too overwhelming. There are Turbos, DLS and DLS-Ts, Carrera Coupes, and now Cabrios, all flooding the market.
Ollie believes he is not alone in preferring the original ‘Classic Study’ – the least exaggerated, the purest version of a Singer, before each variant required a name and explanation.
The Classic model is versatile and can be found anywhere in the world. However, this new drop-top should remain within its native California. Ollie knows this because he claims to be undeniably cool.
