Steve McQueen's modified Porsche is up for auction

Legendary actor and car enthusiast Steve McQueen modified his 911 Turbo so that he could escape police pursuit. The classic car is going to be auctioned off, where it’s thought that it could fetch more than $1 million.

McQueen fitted the Porsche with a special switch that killed the rear lights if police were trying to catch him. He also customised the slate grey Porsche with a sunroof, dual mirrors, sports seats, and larger wheels.

The Porsche 911 Turbo is the last Porsche that McQueen bought. He purchased it in 1976 and held onto it until 1978. The actor died in 1980 at the age of 50.