2013 is a very special year for Porsche. It marks the 50th anniversary of the special moment at the Frankfurt Motor Show when the 911 was unveiled to the world.

In those 50 years the 911’s changed the face of the sports car world immeasurably. Along the way it’s??also had an immense impact on the history of motorsport, and 911s and their derivatives have won everything from the 24 Hours of Le Mans, to the Dakar Rally, Pikes Peak, club events and everything in between.

This video from Porsche celebrates that motorsport history, and is packed with awesome classic footage of 911s doing what they do the best.