by In Los Angeles, thieves completely stripped a Porsche 911 Carrera of the 992 generation right on the street, leaving only a bare body shell. The car lost its appearance so drastically that passersby initially mistook it for a different model. This is reported by “Carscoops”.
Porsche 911 992 Stripped: What Was Left of the Car
Police discovered a black Porsche 911 convertible in a state of essentially a bare frame. The car had lost its wheels, suspension, flat-six engine, PDK transmission, and most of its body panels.
The hood, bumpers, fenders, doors, rear body section, folding roof, and lighting were also missing. All that remained of the car was a metal frame with fragments of wiring, indicating a complete disassembly of components.
Porsche Thieves in the US: Car Mistaken for Another Model
Due to the absence of key elements, the body looked so unusual that online it was initially called a kit car or even a modified Mazda MX-5. Only specific details, such as the pedal assembly and the shape of the rear section, pointed to the car’s true origin.
The interior was also completely stripped: the seats, steering wheel, instrument panel, multimedia system, center console, audio system, airbags, and seat belts were all missing. Only the sill plates remained, confirming it was a base Carrera version.
Police confirmed the theft and notified the owner. The case has been handed over to detectives. Restoring the car is considered economically unfeasible, as the cost of parts would exceed the value of the vehicle.
