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Porsche Cayenne II by Schmidt Revolution

Here is a Porsche Cayenne II. It has been around for 2 years now and has proven to be a very decent SUV. It’s 180 kg lighter than the first one, the front of it goes easy on the grilles and the headlights plus the interior design have some Panamera in them. So why are we even talking about it? Well, if you have an eye for that kind of things, the wheels are kind of custom and the ride is lowered.

Bad Segeberg based Schmidt Revolution house have fitted on this Cayenne four 10×22-inch one-piece five spoke summer rims. Its a set from their CC-Line. At the front, the tires size up to 295/30R22 while at the back they measure 335/25R22. They can be finished in silver, black (glossy or matte) and in exquisite black chrome. The last variant has a cover, made from a stainless steel, which doesn’t allow any dirt sticking on it. Also, because of an H&R-suspension lowering module, the Cayenne now sits lower than usual. As a result, the center of gravity is lower and drag is now a bit lower.

Otherwise, things remain pretty standard – with a base model, under the hood you should find a 3.6 L V6 engine that produces 300 PS. The power goes trough a 6-speed manual to all four wheels. Just think of it as a second generation VW Touareg and you”ll get the picture.

Source: Miranda Media

March 14, 2012

RUF at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show

2012 RUF Porsche Panamera RXL sedan is very special model witch is an extended wheelbase version of the Porsche Panamera sedan and features the iconic RUF 5-spoke, 22 inch alloy wheels and engine performance upgrades. Moreover, RUF will present the new CTR 3 Clubsport model, which features significant styling enhancements in Carbon-Fibre. With the introduction of the Porsche 991 platform, all RUF models based on the 911 will be built on the new platform and will carry over all Porsche 997 based improvements. And next, as a tribute to RUF’s 35 years of history and success with Turbo engines, RUF introduces theRt 35 Anniversary, which is an original 1977 RUF Turbo 3.3. The new generation RGT 8 is based on the Porsche 991, with its RUF V8. All vehicles will be on display in Geneva.

The first vehicle to be presented in Geneva is RUF CTR 3 Clubsport. The styling of the CTR 3 evokes the mid-engine Le Mans Coupes of the 1950s. It features Carbon-Fibre enhancements to the fenders, door sills, rear deck lid and the roof mounted air-duct; and afunctional rigid rear spoiler.

Technical Data CTR 3
Power at	750ps /552kW @ 7100
Torque at	960 Nm @ 4000 1/min
Displacement	3746 cm³
Transmission	6-speed sequential
Top Speed	370 km/h
Fuel consumption
Urban	20 l/100 km
Non-urban	9,9 l/100 km
Combined	13,5 l/100 km
CO2 emissions	311g/km

Next comes the RUF Rt 35 Anniversary models, which is based on the Porsche 991. Its Turbo power-train is offered only in rear wheel drive. Furthermore, the engine produces 630 hp (463 kW) and is available with the PDK transmission delivering outstanding performance.

Technical Data Rt 35 Anniversary
Power at	630ps/464kW @ 6500
Torque at	825 Nm @ 3000 1/min
Displacement	3800 cm³
Transmission	Double clutch gearbox
Top Speed	330 km/h
Fuel consumption
Urban	16,7 l/100 km
Non-urban	8,2 l/100 km
Combined	11,5 l/100 km
CO2 emissions	268 g/km

The third vehicle to be on display is RUF RGT 8, which was firstly introduced in Geneva in 2010. However, now it is available based on the new Porsche 991 platform. The vehicle includes the naturally aspirated V8 which produces 550 hp (404 kW). The flexibility of the V8 engine delivers extraordinary performance and a sound track that only a high‑revving, flat‑crank V8 can produce. The RGT 8 is available with only a six-speed manual transmission powering the rear wheels.

Technical Data RGT 8
Power at	550ps/405kW @ 8500
Torque at	500 Nm @ 4000 1/min
Displacement	4499 cm³
Transmission	6-speed manual
Top Speed	318 km/h
Fuel consumption
Urban	19,7 l/100 km
Non-urban	9,8 l/100 km
Combined	12,9 l/100 km
CO2 emissions	298 g/km

The RUF RXL was developed based on the Porsche Panamera. Here the RXL front bumper creates an aggressive front profile and the light weight wheels are iconic five-spoke 22 inches in diameter. The extended wheelbase totals an additional 400 millimetres, 250 millimetres at the B‑pillar and 150 millimetres at the rear door, distinguishing it from the standard sedan. The interior is further improved by special leather and includes a foldable multipurpose table.

Technical Data RXL
Power at	420ps /309kW @ 6500
Torque at	520 Nm @ 4000 1/min
Displacement	4806 cm³
Transmission	Double clutch gearbox
Top Speed	280 km/h
Fuel consumption
Urban	16 l/100 km
Non-urban	7,9 l/100 km
Combined	10,8 l/100 km
CO2 emissions	254 g/km

Source: RUF

March 6, 2012

Porsche at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show

Porsche will exhibit the new 2012 Boxster alongside the Panamera GTS and 911 Carrera Cabriolet at the Geneva Motor Show at 09:30 on March 6 in Hall 1.

As we previously wrote, the 2012 Boxster features all-new lightweight body, new flat-six engines with direct petrol injection, a completely revised chassis and evolutionary styling.

It is powered by a 2.7 litre boxer engine with 265PS (195 kW) and a 3.4 litre flat-six with 315PS (323 kW). Both models feature a manual 6-speed gearbox as standard, with the 7-speed dual-clutch Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) available as an option.

Built in Zuffenhausen, Stuttgart, the new Porsche Boxster will hit the UK market from May 5.

The Boxster is priced from £37 589, and the Boxster S starts at £45 384.

The manufacturer is unveiling the 911 Cabriolet to a European audience right on cue for the open air season. The new model offers sporting drivers the option to enjoy the renowned dynamic qualities and iconic design of the 911 Coupe combined with the added versatility and driving pleasure offered by its folding convertible roof.

The roadster shares its new, high tech aluminium-steel body with the Coupe and extends this innovation to its all-new, unique hood. When raised, the design of the hood ensures the iconic 911 roof line is retained in its entirety. Intelligent lightweight design, including the use of magnesium in the hood frame, ensures reduced weight for increased responsiveness, lower fuel consumption and greater comfort. As is the case with the Coupe model, the new 911 Cabriolet is significantly lighter overall than its predecessor.

The new 911 models are on sale now starting from from £79 947 and the Carrera S Cabriolet is £89 740.

Panamera GTS is based on the regular model, but comes with updated 4.8 liter naturally-aspirated V8 engine with 430PS (316 kW) at 6700RPM and 520Nm (384 lb-ft) at 3500RPM. It is coupled with a 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) transmission.

Despite to kerbweight of 1 920kg, the 4-door coupe accelerates to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and has a top speed of 288 km/h (179 mph).

A tuned chassis boasting performance-oriented options is standard; with the air suspension at its normal level the Panamera GTS sits 10 mm lower than the other models in the Panamera range and its damping is designed to be tauter, reinforcing the sporting personality. Dynamic performance is further enhanced by the combination of 19-inch diameter Panamera Turbo wheels, 5 mm rear wheel spacers and larger brake discs from the Turbo – recognisable by their red brake callipers.

The appearance of the Panamera GTS is characterised by numerous black exterior styling details. The high-gloss black exterior package comprises the side window trim, the decorative trim on the rear lid, the headlight washer unit cover, the rear diffuser and the side air outlet panels which lend a particular sporting touch. In combination with the black side skirts, the tail end and the matt black tailpipes of the sports exhaust system the result is clear-cut and striking.

The Porsche Panamera GTS is priced at £90 409.

Source: Porsche

March 4, 2012

JE Design Porsche Panamera 970

JE Design have been working on a Porsche recently and this is the end result – the JE Design Panamera 970. Judging by the pictures, we can’t decide whether they have made an ugly car even uglier or not. We do know however, that the power is up and when thundering down the road, bystanders do not pay attention to small details like aesthetics, right?

Performance upgrades for both, the Panamera Diesel and Panamera Turbo are available. The former is rather subtle but the one for the petrol restores the balance. The 3.0-liter, 250 horsepower diesel gets an ECU tweak that translates into an additional package of ponies (50 more) and some more torque (from 550 Nm to 650 Nm). That newfound power sheds .2 seconds off the 0 to 60 time which now stands at 6.5 seconds. On the flip side, the 4.8 bi-turbo petrol Panamera already has a dramatically more powerful engine – 500 horsepower in total to be exact. Add the ECU upgrade to that and you get 600. Torque is up from 700 to 850 Nm and the result is a 3.8 second 60 mph sprint. It all sounds like engine abuse but actually the packages are TUV certified and the owners get a one-year warranty with the option to extend it even further.

To match the performance, some aerodynamic OEM bits and pieces have been bolted on the outside. A new front bumper now channels more airflow into the intercooler and has some rather ostentatious LED daytime running lights. The sideskirts have a strange hollow design that culminates in rear air inlets. At the back, a rear spoiler is there to stay while the rear bumper has an integrated diffuser and an air outlet. All fits perfectly with the standard exhaust system but probably it wouldn’t hurt anyone to go with the JE Design cat-back exhaust system that has controllable valves on the petrol Panamera. Each of the four oval pipes at the back end are 100 mm in diameter.

The standard “Porsche Active Suspension Management” system tells the dampers how to behave has been preserved, but now an air-suspension from JE Design hunkers down the Panamera even lower. From 20 to 30 mm lower to be more precise. At the very least. with that lowered stance, the “Pandora” 9 and 10,5 x 22 wheels fill the wheel arches even more impressively. Tires, front and back – 265/295 wide and 30/25 thin, complete the overall JE Design feel.

JE Panamera 970 — JE Design Panamera 970

Source: JE Design

March 2, 2012

Gemballa at the Geneva Motor Show: Tornado Cayenne II, Mistrale Panamera and Racing MP4-12C GT3

Gemballa are ready to introduce several pimped cars at the Geneva Motor Show, next week. Actually, they will introduce three vehicles – Tornado Cayenne II, Mistrale Panamera and Racing MP4-12C GT3. The SUV and the sports saloon are extremely updated, while the McLaren features minor changes and a lot of badges.

Gemballa Tornado is based on Porsche Cayenne II and features full body kit including new front and rear bumpers, wheel arch extensions and a pair of side skirts. There are also two performance packages boosting the mighty twin-turbocharged V8 to 700HP and 1000Nm. There are also Brembo brake system including 420mm vented discs with 6-piston calipers at the front and 405mm with 4-piston at the rear. The SUV stands on a set of huge rims – 10J x 22” with 295/35 ZR22 at the front and 12J x 22” with 335/30 ZR22 tires at the rear. Only 30 units are planned to be produced.

The Mistrale Panamera is as insane as the Tornado or maybe more. It also features complete body kit, but this time almost everything is reworked even the rear lights. It also rides on the same 22” multi-spoke lightweight foged wheels, but the brake system is slightly smaller – 411 mm discs at the front axle with 6-piston calipers and 380mm discs at the rear axle with 4-piston calipers. The performance packages are the same – Stage I – 610PS and 850Nm and Stage II – 700PS and 1000Nm. The interior is also entirely reworked – there is Alcantara all over the place – dashboard, steering wheel, seats, etc.

Last is the Racing MP4-12C GT3 coming with a new paint and a lot of badges. The only exterior modification is the vented front hood, because a GT3 car is expected to be perfect, especially, when it is priced from £310 000. However, because of the mods, Gembala Racing MP4-12C GT3 is expected to be more expensive.

Source: Gemballa

March 1, 2012

edo Competition Porsche Panamera Turbo S

Edo Competition has announced their tuning package for the most powerful Panamera – the Turbo S model. The brutal GT car accelerates to 100 km/h in the blink of an eye – 3.5 seconds.

The performance package boosts the mighty 4.8 twin-turbocharged V8 to whopping 700PS and 880Nm of torque. This is an increase of 150PS and 130Nm. The top speed of edo Turbo S is 340 km/h (211 mph), but still if is way far behind G-Power Hurricane RS. The package includes high flow air filters and catalytic converters, a pair of new turbochargers and exhaust manifolds. There is also a stainless steel high performance exhaust system featuring butterfly valves. Of course, everything is perfectly tuned on dyno.

The stance of the vehicle is improved by installing edo body lowering module and a set of new 22” sport wheels with 265/30 ZR22 (front) and 305/25 ZR22 (rear) tires. The wheels can be custom-painted even in carbon fiber look.

Finally, the interior is also touched with the finest leather, paired with other high-quality materials replacing the factory trim.

edo Competition Porsche Panamera Turbo S

Specifications:

Engine
Twin-turbo V8
Capacity 700 hp / (515 kW) at 6,500 rpm
Max. torque 880 Nm at 2,500-5,200 rpm

Specifications
Top speed ca. 340 km/h (electrically restricted)
0 – 100 km/h (0 – 62 mph) in 3,5 s

Power
Power increase to different variations including:
ECU recalibration, high flow air filters and catalytic converters, new turbochargers and exhaust manifolds, as well as a stainless steel high performance exhaust system featuring butterfly valves. All modifications are tested and tuned on a dynamometer.
700 PS/865 NM – duration: 4 weeks, only at edo competition

Increased Performance

Power increase to 700 PS/865 NM
ECU recalibration
high flow air filters and catalytic converters
new turbochargers and exhaust manifolds
as well as a stainless steel high performance exhaust system featuring butterfly valves
All modifications are tested and tuned on a dynamometer.

Exhaust System

A stainless steel high performance exhaust system featuring butterfly valves
The sound level of the high performance exhaust can be adjusted via remote control
Two settings (Super Sound and Stock) are available at the push of a button

Wheel-/ Tirecombination

22” sport wheels
Three-piece with forged center, hand-polished stainless steel outer rim, 39 stainless steel bolts
Tire dimensions: 265/ 30 ZR 22 (front), 305/ 25 ZR 22 (rear), Continental tires
Wheels can be custom-painted on request. For example: Carbon fiber look.

Chassis

edo body lowering module, height adjustable

Source: edo Competition

February 3, 2012

2012 Kahn Porsche Panamera wide track edition

Afzal Kahn has just re-designed in his absolutely unique and outstanding way a Porsche Panamera in carbon grey complete with the F1 number plate. The car was purchased for the amount of 460 000GBP. The tuner however gave a new exceptional look on it!

2012 Kahn Porsche Panamera includes the special wide track styling package, which consists of wide vented front and rear wheel arches with an integrated rear air dam, lower boot wing, Kahn lowered sports suspension system, billet aluminum side vents, privacy tinted glass, red brake calipers and tinted rear lamps. Moreover Kahn’s stainless steel quad exhaust system is reflecting an attraction to a pluto-matic lifestyle. The vehicle was completed with a cross hair exhaust feature, which takes the Porsche to a whole new dimension.

2012 Kahn Porsche Panamera wide-track edition

On the other hand the Panamera comes from the factory with a satellite navigation, bi-xenon headlamps, front and rear park assist, Porsche pdk including auto start/stop function, sport chrono plus package, power lift tailgate, heated front seats and iPod connectivity. Another thing to be highlighted here is the absolutely astonishing interior which the designers have made. It is a picture which blends claret quilted and perforated leather with the speedo and rev counter facia in red and cream. Furthermore, the Porsche sits on Kahn wheels, which have been created with a state-of-the art materials and technology. They are precisely the 22” Kahn RS600 wheels finished in color of customer’s choice.

Source: Kahn Design

January 27, 2012

Edo Competition Porsche Panamera S Hellboy

Edo Competition has announced tuning program for Porsche Panamera S. The tuned version is called Hellboy and that suits to it – perfectly.

The mighty 4.8 liter V8 engine is boosted to 465PS(342 kW), instead of factory’s 400PS (294kW) and 550Nm (406 lb-ft). 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and the top speed is 305 km/h (190 mph).

The results are thanks to new pressure-monitoring and self-adjusting exhaust system with butterfly valves, high-performance catalytic converters, high-flow mufflers and new tail pipes. There are also an ECU recalibration tuned on the dyno and a set of high-flow air filters.

The body kit consists of a a new carbon fiber front skirt with integrated daytime running lights, new carbon fiber front lip, elegant side skirts, a new carbon fiber rear skirt along with the diffuser, new side mirrors and fender vents. Finally, Edo added a ducktail spoiler.

The vehicle stands on 9.5J x 21” rims at the front and 11J x 21” at the rear fitted with 265/35 ZR 21 and 305/30 ZR 21, respectively.

For better stance and improved handling – an electronic lowering module that can bring the body up to 30 mm closer to the ground can be fitted on request.

Verdict: Definitely straight from hell!

Edo Competition Porsche Panamera S Hellboy

Source: Edo Competition

October 18, 2011

TopCar Porsche Panamera Turbo S

TopCar gave Porsche Panamera Turbo S even more value and how is that possible. Of course with some gold accents.

Besides that, the tuning specialists fitted entire Stingray GTR body kit consisting of a new front and rear bumpers, widened fenders, modified doors and a new front hood.

The interior boasts premium leather seats and crocodile leather on the dashboard, center console and armrest. Everything is so expensive and nice, that if you have such a car you will not get inside to keep it from scratches and damage. TopCar also added Karelian birch wood trim and gold accents to some buttons, around the gear leaver and the pedals.

There are no improvements to the mighty engine – a 4.8 liter V8 Bi-turbo petrol with 550PS (405 kW) and 800Nm (590 lb-ft). 0 to 100 km/h takes 3.8 seconds and the top speed is 306 km/h (190 mph).

And now the price – €423 810 consisting an original Porsche Panamera Turbo S and more than €150 000 upgrades. Yep! The gold is extremely expensive, but 150k is a bit exaggerated.

Source: TopCar

October 6, 2011

Anderson Germany Porsche Panamera Red

Anderson Germany has released another tuning package for Porsche Panamera Turbo.

It includes radiator cowl, as well as the corresponding pendant on the top, the side channel bar and the almost obligatory antiwing. The underlined sports air intakes on the left and right, by the way, in a brilliant black display the product to the best advantage, while the border of the headlights create a “leer” of a special type. The exclusive hood, made of carbon, with its air intakes and boot lid of that ultralight, but prohibitively expensive material were in the end for the benefit of the weight saving. The bright headlights with light emitting diodes, the rear lights and all without exception glasses can be ordered in tinted version.

The car stands on enormous 10J x 22” rims fitted with 265/30 R22 at the front and 295/25 R22 at the rear. It also stands 40 mm lower to the ground thanks to the special height adjustable suspension.

The ANDERSON professionals painted the turbo-bolide in an incomparably dim red, the poetry on four wheels.

The engine is boosted to 585PS (430 kW) by installing exhaust system, equipped with sports accelerators and an ECU re-map.

The interior boasts ANDERSON monitors, easy-to-use sports steering wheel with carbon fiber, carbon fiber mouldings, red logo sill pads in a black border, carbon leather with black alcantara with keder on the edges and diamond-shaped seams. There are diamond-shaped seams in alcantara upholstery. The legroom in front and back is illuminated with red light emitting diodes with DIMM-module.

The guard bars, as well as the lights covering on the ceiling is made in lacquered black. And the most remarkable is the sound system with lockable monitor with the PS3 and DVD functions, which ensures the proper sound.

Source: Anderson Germany

October 1, 2011

speedART Porsche Panamera PS9-300D

Porsche Panamera Diesel is one of the perfect choices on the market, if you want economic GT car. It is powered by a 3.0 liter V6 turbo-diesel with 250 PS (184 kW) and 550Nm (406 lb-ft) of torque.

However, the German tuning specialists from speedART made some modifications for the stylish Porsche.

First, the engine received an ECU re-map, which means additional 50PS (37 kW) and 100Nm (73 lb-ft) of torque. Originally, the car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds and has a top speed of 242 km/h (150 mph), so the time will be significantly dropped and the top speed will be a lot more. The fuel consumption of 6.3 liters per 100 km will remain unchanged.

Second, PS9 aerodynamic kit is fitted. It includes a front spoiler, a pair of side skirts, rear diffuser, a double wing rear spoiler. There are also new front and rear air intakes. The 22” Five Spoke Competition mono-block wheels fitted with performance tires complete the exterior look.

Source: speedART

September 29, 2011

Hamann Porsche Panamera

Porsche Panamera has received another tuning package, but this time from the well-known Hamann GmBH.

The wide body kit includes completely restyled front and rear bumpers as well as a pair of huge side skirts and a larger rear wing. A unique rear diffuser houses the interesting tailpipe tips of the sports exhaust system. Furthermore, the whole car is widened with 60mm at both the front and rear axles.

Hamann Porsche Panamera stands on enormous Unique Forged Gunmetal 9.5J x 22” alloy wheels fitted with 265/30 ZR22 at the front and 11.0J x 22” fitted with 305/25 ZR22 at the rear.

For perfect stance, the SUV has received a lowering module for the air suspension allowing -30mm.

The interior boasts leather and Alcantara, sport aluminum pedals and piano lacquer trim.

The performance upgrade includes an ECU re-map for Panamera Turbo, which give additional 80PS (59 kW) and 120Nm (89 lb-ft) of torque.

Source: Hamann

September 15, 2011

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