A mysterious, overgrown Porsche Carrera has been removed from a street in Amsterdam after being parked in the same location for approximately two years. The vehicle, a black Carrera, was taken away from the Rivierenbuurt neighborhood on February 8, 2026, leaving local residents with lingering questions.
The Porsche first gained attention in August 2025, with reports surfacing about its unusual state. Images shared online showed the car significantly overgrown with vegetation, sparking curiosity and speculation. A Reddit post from September 14, 2025, noted the surprisingly clean condition of the vehicle despite the surrounding growth. The Reddit post garnered significant attention, with over 4,100 votes and 201 comments.
Videos and reports from Dutch news outlets, including a YouTube video published on August 14, 2025, and articles from NH Nieuws, AT5, GVA, and Nieuwsblad, documented the vehicle’s deteriorating condition and the mystery surrounding its abandonment. Some reports indicated the car had been in place for as long as 18 months.
The removal of the Porsche concludes a prolonged period of speculation regarding its ownership and the reasons for its abandonment. The incident highlights the challenges faced by municipalities in dealing with abandoned vehicles and the public interest such cases can generate. The situation underscores the complexities of vehicle ownership and the potential for long-term storage issues in urban environments.
