A Porsche 911 Carrera RS 3.8 takes over the lead in the new Transforms: Rise of the Beast film

Still deciding between Autobots or Decepticons or maybe intrigued by the Maximals? Chances are you’re aware of the recent update to the Transformers sci-fi franchise carrying a new lead called Mirage that transforms into the legendary Porsche 911 Carrera RS 3.8 (964) while in its in-car form. “The 911 Carrera RS 3.8 is perfect not just because the film plays in 1994, but also because of the character traits of ‘Mirage’,” said Oliver Hoffmann, Head of Marketing Communications at Porsche AG. “He’s a tough character with a good heart and a bit of a rebellious streak now and again.” Porsche only ever built 55 units of the Carrera RS 3.8, making it an exceptionally rare historical car. No original model was used in filming to avoid the risk of damage. Instead, five picture cars were built to execute specific stunts, one built to travel backwards at higher speeds and another for stunt sequences. The new Transformers: Rise of the Beasts film will come to cinemas worldwide in early June.