Unlike many collectors, Meyer drives his vehicles regularly, including the Le Mans-winning 935. The one-of-a-kind car regularly appears at exclusive events such as Pebble Beach Concourse d’Elegance and The Amelia.
Even with his background in motorcycle racing, Meyer never pushes the car to its limits. “The 935 has already won Le Mans, so the only history I could add would not be good,” he jokes. “When I drive it, it’s not at 10/10ths; I can tell you that.”
A real estate investor by trade, Meyer – who co-founded the Petersen Automotive Museum – has an enviable collection of rare Porsches. But it’s the 935 K3 he speaks most fondly about. Driven to victory by Klaus Ludwig, Don Whittington, and Bill Whittington, the 911-based racer is an extraordinary creation.
The iconic sloped nose, contoured rear end, and massive rear spoiler are signature details of the 935. Every bit of the car was designed to extract every ounce of speed and performance.