For Anyone Who Ever Dreamt About Porsches, Air | Water 2026 Was Heaven

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The annual Air | Water event, hosted by the creators of Luftgekühlt, recently concluded its 2026 gathering in Costa Mesa, California. Here’s a look at some highlights from the Porsche-filled weekend.

The fourth annual Air | Water event was the largest Porsche gathering in Southern California. Featuring cars from every era, model, and engine type, over 800 Porsches were showcased. The actual number was likely over 1,000 when including cars parked in the paddock and overflow areas, where enthusiastic owners proudly displayed their vehicles.

The event featured a wide range of Porsche models, not just the iconic 911. There was something for everyone, from stylish weekend cars and practical daily drivers to uniquely customized builds. Porsche also unveiled its new 911 GT3 S/C, which received a varied response from attendees. Other notable reveals included Gunther Werks’ ‘Project Endgame,’ Singer’s stunning DLS Turbo, and a special one-of-a-kind Porsche 911 GTS nicknamed “Sally,” displayed alongside a life-size replica of the character from the movie Cars.

People curious about what made Porsches so exceptional often attended the Broad Arrow auctions held at the OC Fairgrounds. These events were a sight to behold, with rare Porsche models fetching impressive prices. Highlights included a flawless 2017 RUF RT12, the hard-to-find 997.2 GT3 RS 4.0, and a stunning 1988 Porsche 959 SC, beautifully restored by Canepa in a vibrant Viper Green.

Luftgekühlt, the popular Porsche gathering, is heading to Atlanta, Georgia on October 10th for its twelfth event, Lüft 12.

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2026-04-27 17:56