Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series: The Golden Age of “Because We Can”

The Basics: What Is the Turbo S Exclusive Series?

The 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series belongs to the 991.2 generation, and Porsche positioned it as the most distinctive, most lavish, and most personalized take on the Turbo S you could buy straight from the factory.

Porsche introduced it under Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur, the same group responsible for those special builds that make you say, “Wait… that’s not an option on the configurator.”

In Porsche’s own words, this model was a rarity with increased power and luxury — and limited.

Production Run & Years Produced (The Part That Makes Collectors Grin)

Let’s get to the numbers that matter.

Limited production: 500 units worldwide

That’s it. Not 501. Not “roughly 500.” Porsche capped it at 500 — and issued each one with numbered badging.

Porsche’s official newsroom announcement confirms the car was limited to 500 units worldwide.
Multiple references and market listings also align with the 500-unit production run, tied to the 2017 introduction.

Production years: announced 2017, sold as a 2018 model

The car debuted in June 2017 and was commonly marketed as a 2018 model year Turbo S Exclusive Series, particularly in the U.S. market.

So if you’re telling the story properly, this is a 2017-introduced, 2018-model limited edition.

What Makes It “Exclusive” (Beyond the Price Tag)

Here’s what Porsche did: they didn’t just crank up horsepower — they turned the whole vehicle into a rolling showcase of hand-finished craftsmanship.

1) More Power Than a Standard 991.2 Turbo S

A normal 991.2 Turbo S is already a rocket. The Exclusive Series turned it up:

• 607 horsepower
• Turbo S baseline + special tuning

The car’s power bump and performance numbers (including 0–60 mph in ~2.8 seconds and top speed around 205 mph) were widely covered in first-drive media.

That’s not “quick for a 911.” That’s “quick for anything with headlights.”

2) Carbon Fiber Everywhere (But Done Tastefully)

Porsche wasn’t trying to make it look like a track car with a fancy coat. This is luxury aggression.

The Exclusive Series uses extensive carbon fiber components:

• front spoiler lip
• roof
• rear wing elements
• mirror trims and accents

Not a boy-racer bolt-on vibe — more like a tailored suit made of aerospace materials.

3) The Signature Look: Golden Yellow Metallic (and Carbon Woven with Color)

Now here’s where it gets weird — in the best way.

One of the standout features is Porsche’s use of:

• Golden Yellow Metallic accents
• unique paintwork and trim themes
• carbon fiber with a visible golden effect in key areas

This car has the kind of visual personality that makes people stop in parking lots. Even the brake calipers and logos were treated like jewelry.

4) Wheels and Brakes: Jewelry for People Who Like Speed

From the factory it wears:

• 20-inch center-lock wheels (black-painted)

And Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) with special detailing were offered in a black-painted finish with branding touches.

Center-lock wheels on a street car are one of those things that exist to tell the world: “This is not the regular version.”

The Interior: Where Porsche Went Full “High-End Watchmaker”

If you’ve ever sat in a regular Turbo S and thought “this is already perfect”… the Exclusive Series answers: “Sure — but what if it was perfect with handcrafted leather, contrast stitching, and details that scream limited edition?”

Expect:

• 18-way adaptive Sport Seats Plus
• premium leather with perforated surfaces
• contrasting stitching (often in gold/yellow tones)
• Alcantara roof lining
• carbon trim pieces
• illuminated door entry guards with “Exclusive Series” lettering
• and that limited-edition number plate mounted in the cabin

Porsche and enthusiast sources highlight these interior elements as key exclusivity markers.

This is a Turbo S interior that feels like it belongs in a private lounge — while the car itself is capable of reorganizing your internal organs on command.

The Driving Experience: The Gentleman’s Sledgehammer

Here’s the thing about the 991.2 Turbo S platform — it’s fast in a way that doesn’t feel dramatic until you look down.

The Exclusive Series retains that formula but adds just enough:

• extra punch
• extra theater
• extra presence

The car is:

• brutally fast in a straight line
• shockingly stable at speed
• deceptively comfortable for long drives
• and endlessly confidence-inspiring thanks to AWD traction

It’s the sort of machine where you can do a highway pull, merge like a fighter jet, and still pull into dinner without looking like you’re wearing a racing costume.

What’s It Worth / What Did It Cost New?

MSRP (U.S.) was widely reported around $257,500 for the 2018 Turbo S Exclusive Series.

And yes — Porsche being Porsche, you can assume most of them left the dealer with additional options, personalizations, and “I don’t want the standard stitching” upgrades.

How Can a Porsche Enthusiast Own One?

This is where it gets fun… and slightly cruel.

You can’t just order one new. Porsche built all 500, and that ship sailed years ago.

So today, ownership means one thing:

You must buy it on the collector/secondary market

Typical places enthusiasts look:

• specialty Porsche dealers
• collector car networks
• high-end marketplaces like DuPont Registry
• auctions and private sales
• long-standing Porsche community connections

What to look for (if you want a “real one”)

Because the 911 world is full of specials, tributes, and cars dressed up to look like something rarer, you’ll want to verify:

• matching VIN / production number plate
• correct Exclusive Series trim and interior elements
• factory equipment lists
• service history (especially if it’s been driven hard)
• paint and carbon-specific finishes
• documentation proving it is one of the 500

What kind of buyer gets the best shot?

Honestly? The same kind of buyer who gets access to rare watches:

• someone already inside Porsche circles
• someone with a Porsche specialist dealer relationship
• someone ready to move fast when the right car appears

Because with cars like this, the best ones don’t sit publicly listed for long.

Why This Car Matters (Even in 2026)

The Turbo S Exclusive Series represents a unique moment in Porsche history — the moment the brand said:

“We have the Turbo S. It’s already one of the fastest, most complete supercars in the world.
Now let’s turn it into something that feels hand-built, numbered, and museum-worthy — without losing the ability to annihilate anything on the interstate.”

That’s why collectors love it.

It’s not just limited production. It’s not just a special paint.

It’s Porsche making a Turbo S into a statement piece — a supercar you can drive, display, and hand down.

And because there are only 500 of them worldwide…

every one of them feels like it has its own story.