Converting a commercial model into a special vehicle
Porsche has unveiled a 718 Boxster S.
The car in question was modified by nine trainees from Porsche Leipzig GmbH as part of a training project under the supervision of training director Carsten Pohle.
The modified 718 Boxster S has been transformed into a highly functional "camera car."
Porsche only revealed the existence of this car at the end of October 2025, but it was actually built in 2017. So why did they reveal it now?
In any case, this Boxster has been designed to meet the practical requirements of filming on the Porsche Experience Center Leipzig race track.
When taking photos and videos on a circuit, precision is essential not only in the performance of the camera itself, but also in the performance of the camera car itself.
The idea to use the 718 Boxster S as a successor to the buggy came about when the "buggy" that had been used until then (also an older Porsche Boxster) could no longer keep up with the speed of the latest model.
But can the 718 Boxster S keep up with the speed of the latest model?
Of course, it's not a photoshoot where you're chasing it at top speed, so it's perfectly possible to take photos of the latest models as a photo vehicle.
The modifications consisted of first removing the soft top (opening roof) and installing a sturdy roll bar.
The entire vehicle, including all additional parts, is finished in matte black.
When I first saw the photo of this Boxster, I thought, "Why did they go to the trouble of making it look so cool and matte on a camera car (which is normally behind the scenes and doesn't appear in the spotlight)?" But apparently there's a reason for this - it's to minimize reflections during filming. I see, that's well thought out.
Emphasis on safety and functionality
Additionally, ensuring the safety of the photographers who will be taking photos and videos in the car is also an important factor in the modifications, so the front and rear trunks are padded and equipped with harness systems.
There's also a standing platform between the front seats and the rear trunk, allowing for various shooting positions using the necessary PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) harnesses.
Wow, even filming while sitting in the front trunk with a harness on, from such a low position and at such a high speed, was scary enough, but now he has to stand in the back and film, even with a harness?! That's too scary!
In addition, the camera can be directly connected to a laptop via internal wiring, and the laptop can be securely fixed in the passenger seat area.
It also comes equipped with an inverter that can provide the power needed to operate and charge all of your filming equipment.
Since the car was completed, the Boxster S has been used regularly for filming at the Leipzig race track.
It has also been used for external film productions, for example by Motor Presse Stuttgart (a publishing house specializing in automobiles) for multiple shoots, and Walter Röhrl has also been photographed using this Boxster.
Recently, it was also used as a camera car at the Tutto Bene Hillclimb, a hill climb held near Lake Maggiore.
I see, since it was created in 2017, it has accumulated such a track record that it can now be said that it is actually "doing so well," and that's why it has finally been possible to make the announcement now.
It's interesting to think that this is what Porsche does in its training program.
Source:(Official)Camera car created by apprentices: a Porsche Boxster for unique perspectives
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I'm Rika, the author of this article. Since I got my hands on a Porsche 911, I've been completely hooked on Porsches and I can't stop loving them, so I started this blog. My favorite cars are the 911 Carrera (2/991), 911 Carrera Cabriolet & 911 Carrera T (1/992), GT3 (1/997) and 718 Cayman GT4 RS.
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