Porsche Cayenne's Heritage Shines at Toronto Restoration Competition

Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. recently celebrated the remarkable craftsmanship and dedication of its technicians at the 2025 Porsche Classic Restoration Competition. Held at the new Porsche Experience Centre Toronto, the event showcased stunning restorations of the first-generation Cayenne, highlighting the enduring appeal and versatility of Porsche's pioneering SUV.

Key Takeaways

• The 2025 Porsche Classic Restoration Competition celebrated the first-generation Cayenne.

• Porsche Centre Vancouver took home the National Champion title for their meticulously restored 2008 Cayenne Turbo.

• Multiple awards were given, including "Best in East," "Best in West," Marketing Award, Popular Vote, and Attendees' Choice.

• The event took place at the newly opened Porsche Experience Centre Toronto, a hub for automotive enthusiasts.

A Celebration of Cayenne's Legacy

For the fourth year, Canadian Porsche Centres competed to restore and reimagine the iconic first-generation Cayenne. This year's challenge focused on transforming these early SUVs into unique expressions of their creators' visions, ranging from rugged off-roaders to high-performance track machines. The competition aims to foster passion and educate a new generation of technicians and enthusiasts about Porsche's rich heritage.

Award-Winning Restorations

A panel of experts and the public recognized outstanding achievements in restoration and creativity:

• National Champion: Porsche Centre Vancouver's 2008 Cayenne Turbo, transformed into an overland vehicle with a Gulf-Racing-inspired livery and a highly customized interior.

• Best in East: Porsche Lauzon's 2008 Cayenne S, reimagined as an overlanding vehicle with a suspension lift and rugged off-road enhancements.

• Best in West: Porsche Centre Victoria's 2008 Cayenne Turbo, a unique build incorporating Coast Salish artwork and a custom-built race canoe.

• Marketing Award: Porsche Centre Québec's 2004 Cayenne Turbo, presented through a cinematic short film showcasing its expedition capabilities.

• Popular Vote Award & Attendees’ Choice Award: Porsche Centre Markham's 2009 Cayenne, inspired by the Porsche Jagdwagen, impressing both the public and event attendees.

Porsche Experience Centre Toronto

The grand finale was hosted at the state-of-the-art Porsche Experience Centre (PEC) Toronto, the tenth such facility worldwide and third in North America. This immersive venue offers driving modules, a lifestyle shop, and dining options, providing a perfect backdrop to celebrate Porsche's heritage and the passion behind these exceptional restorations.