• Less than 4,100 km from new
• Finished in desirable Liquid Metal Chrome Blue amongst other desirable options

Competing against the Ferrari LaFerrari and McLaren P1, the Porsche 918 Spyder proved to be able to hold its own against the very best that the automotive industry could muster. Utilizing the very best materials, components and technology, Porsche created a car that was not only stunning in its performance, but one that was equally stunning in its looks and sheer attention to detail.

Utilizing a chassis constructed almost entirely of carbon fibre reinforced plastic composite, at the 918’s heart is a 90-degree V-8 based upon that found in Porsche RS Spyder LMP2 Le Mans prototypes. Thanks to its flat-plane crankshaft, titanium connection rod, four valves per cylinder and dry-sump lubrication, it can rev to an ear-piercing 9,000 rpm. As a result, it puts out a 608 bhp, which equates to an incredible 133 bhp per litre of displacement.

In addition to this, the 918 Spyder’s combustion engine is supported by a pair of electric motors, with one being mated to the engine itself and another providing drive to the front axle. These electric motors produce an additional 284 bhp, bringing the 918 Spyder’s total output to 887 bhp and 994 foot-pounds of torque. All this horsepower is managed through Porsche’s tried and true PDK seven-speed transmission, and its delivery can be further refined through five driving modes, ranging from full electric to ‘Hot Lap’, which utilizes every ounce of available performance from the powertrain.

The 394th 918 Spyder built, this example has been beautifully outfitted from the factory with a number of desirable options. Finished in Liquid Metal Chrome Blue and boasting the optional 918 Spyder Magnesium wheels and the Weissach package rear spoiler, these options combined would have cost the owner over $100,000. Inside, the interior is trimmed in Agate Grey leather with Garnet Red accents throughout, making for a very tasteful colour combination. The car presents in wonderful condition throughout, having only been driven less than 4,100 km since leaving the factory.

Arguably the most practical and user-friendly of the trio of hybrid hypercars, the 918 is truly a marvel of 21st century engineering, clearly a relative of Porsche’s ground-breaking 959. The 918 Spyder provides seemingly everything an enthusiast could want from a car packing this kind of performance, and this example would surely please its next owner. To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/pa19.