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  • Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body

    Prior Design has unveiled their latest project based on Porsche Panamera before the facelift. It’s called Prior600 WB and includes only styling upgrades.

    The exterior boasts a complete wide aerodynamics package including a new front and rear bumpers as well as a new spoiler and widened wheel arches. The sports four-door coupe rolls enormous 22” alloy wheels with a black red finish fitted with ultra-low profile tires. The stance is further improved by the specialists from KW.

    Inside, the seats of the first and second row, the entire instrument panel, center console including the armrest, the sports steering wheel that is flattened below and the door linings are immersed in a bi-colored full leather covering in beige and brown with diamond-patterned stitching. On the contrary, the columns and headliner are covered in soft alcantara. Stitching was done even on the headliner.

    The wide-body construction kit can be ordered optionally in high-grade Dura-Flex or even in the more exclusive full carbon.

    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body
    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body
    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body
    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body
    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body
    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body
    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body
    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body
    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body
    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body
    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body
    Prior Design Porsche Panamera Wide Body

    Source: Prior Design

  • Switzer Porsche 911 (997) Turbo – 900HP an 1,083Nm

    Switzer Performanceunleashed another beast – Porsche 911 Turbo with 900HP based on the 997 model.

    The result is thanks to a number of upgrades including bigger turbochargers, new intercoolers and a high-flow air intake system as well as a flex-fuel injection system and a stainless steel sports exhaust system. The result is sensational – 900HP (671 kW) and 1,083Nm (800 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in less than 3.0 seconds and a top speed of over 340 km/h (212 mph). ¼ mile is covered in just 9.0 seconds.

    Other upgrades include a set of H&R lowering springs and 19” HRE 597 Rs wheels fitted with high-performance Toyo R888 tires.

    The owners plans to take place in a series of standing mile events this year with his super powerful Porsche and we wish him luck… especially with a license plate – KCHME (“Catch me”), which is obviously not so easy.

    Source: Switzer

  • Madness Motorsport Audi RS6 vs Porsche GT2 997 and Nissan GT-R

    One of the most famous performance tuners in Bulgaria – Madness Motorsport has taken their specially prepared Audi RS6 Stage 1 with 650HP at a drag race in Greece.

    In the first start, the RS6 Madness Motorsport stopped the clock on 28.630 seconds with a terminal speed of 283.91 km/h at 1 mile mark and 11.312 seconds with 195 km/h at ¼ mile.

    The second start was versus an extremely powerful Nissan GT-R Mk.1 DT 1200 R with 1200HP, which did 22.484 seconds with 371.90 km/h at 1 mile and 9.360 seconds with 266.27 km/h at ¼ mile. The Audi didn’t stand a chance and it even made worse start – 30.380 seconds with 273.76 km/h at 1 mile.

    The third start was versus a Porsche 911 GT2 (997) AWD 9FF with 1150HP. It did 25.674 seconds with 335 km/h at 1 mile and 10.978 seconds with 237.93 km/h at ¼ mile. The RS6 Madness Motorsport stopped the clock at 29.182 seconds with 289.38 km/h at 1 mile.

    After the race, the Audi RS6 prepared by Madness Motorsport has received Stage 3 – 820HP and 1,000Nm, but there are no official results for acceleration and top speed.

    Stay tuned!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGUFRb8Uxrk

    Source: Dragtimesinfo

  • Maria Sharapova and her Porsche Panamera GTS

    Maria Sharapova is the new Porsche Brand Ambassador, who presented her interpretation of an exceptional sportscar in the luxury segment – the Porsche Panamera GTS. The unique four-door coupe comes with a lot of individualization options available through the Porsche Exclusive program.

    The Panamera GTS by Maria Sharapova boasts a high-gloss white paintjob with black LED headlights, tinted LED taillights, black tailpipes and 20” black alloy wheels. There is also an extended leather trim in the interior with decorative stitching in crème. The instrument dials are painted in the body colour white as well as the vehicle key. The front and rear headrests are embossed with the Porsche crest and the armrests are customised with the “Panamera GTS” model logo. The carbon door sill guards feature individual “Maria Sharapova” lettering.

    The engine is the well-known 4.8 liter naturally-aspirated V8 – 440HP (324 kW) at 6,700RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and a top speed of 288 km/h (179 mph). The fuel consumption is decent – 15.7 l / 100 km in city; 7.8 l / 100 km on the highway and 10.7 l / 100 km on combined cycle with CO2 emissions of 249 g/km.

    Source: Porsche

  • Porsche 911 Turbo 997 DT1200R – 0-300 km/h in 13.6 seconds [video]

    Dragtimesinfo has published a video with world fastest Porsche 911 Tiptronic – the 997 Turbo DT1200R. The sports has 1200HP under the rear hood and accelerates like a lightning bolt.

    The DT1200R made two runs – the first one alone and the second versus BMW X6 M PP-Performance Stage 5 – 850HP.

    In the first start, the Porsche stopped the clock on 24.932 seconds with 355 km/h on 1 mile mark and 10.992 seconds with 244.9 km/h on ¼ mile.  During the second run, the tuned 997 Turbo finished in 23.830 seconds with 316 km/h – according to the information in the end of the clip. Still, in other start the Porsche managed to do 23.669 seconds with 370 km/h.

    The official acceleration times are : 0-100 km/h in 2.4 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 5.9 seconds  and 0-300 km/h in 13.6 seconds. ¼ mile in 9.6 seconds with 246.74 km/h and 1 mile in 23.669 seconds with 370.75 km/h.

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksKBXgWyTR4

    Source: Dragtimesinfo

  • OK-Chiptuning Porsche 911 GT2

    OK-Tuning has presented their performance package for the mighty Porsche 911 (997) GT2. The sports car comes with a lot of performance upgrades as well as engine boost.

    Some of the performance parts are new carbon-ceramic brake system, a roll cage and an Akrapovic racing exhaust system including manifolds and sport catalysts. Last, but not least OK-Tuning fitted the tuned GT2 with modified GT2 RS intercoolers.

    The interior boasts carbon and Alcantara trim, racing bucket seats and fire extinguisher.

    The twin-turbo 3.6 liter twin-turbo flat-six is boosted to 680HP (500 kW) and 880Nm (652 lb-ft) of torque. This is an increase of 150HP and 200Nm over the standard model. 0-100 km/h in 3.3 seconds, 100-200 km/h takes 5.1 seconds and 100-300 km/h in 18 seconds.

    Other highlights include OZ Ultraleggera HLT wheels fitted with Dunlop SP Sport Maxx tires and new LED taillights.

    Pricing for OK Remapping starts from €3,500.

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    OK-Chiptuning Porsche 911 GT2
    OK-Chiptuning Porsche 911 GT2
    OK-Chiptuning Porsche 911 GT2
    OK-Chiptuning Porsche 911 GT2
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    OK-Chiptuning Porsche 911 GT2
    OK-Chiptuning Porsche 911 GT2
    OK-Chiptuning Porsche 911 GT2
    OK-Chiptuning Porsche 911 GT2
    OK-Chiptuning Porsche 911 GT2

    Source: OK-Chiptuning

  • Porsche 911 Targa: A Modern Classic Debuts

    Porsche-911-Targa-shadowPorsche-911-Targa-mediumThere it is. The Porsche 911 Targa marks its world premiere at the Detroit Auto Show. We are genuinely excited about this one, because you know, it brings something fresh to the table. Yes, it’s a reinterpretation of a classic, but even that is welcome in our books in this world of compact-SUV dominance.

    How does the Targa essentially differentiate itself from the rest of the Porsche lineup? Well, it’s a coupe but it’s not, a convertible but not entirely. It has a retractable roof over the driver and passenger seats, a wide bar where you’d expect to find the B-Pillers, and a wrap-around rear window without any pillars again. This being the 21st century and all, everything happens electronically.

    Basically, the Targa system has two movable parts: a soft top and a glass rear window. With the press of a button, the rear window, which is attached to the convertible top compartment lid, opens up and tilts automatically. All the while, two flaps open in the Targa bar, releasing the soft top’s kinematics. The convertible top gets released, folded into a Z-shape as the roof opens, and stowed away behind the rear seats. Once the top has been retracted, the flaps in the bar close and the rear window moves back into position once again. The roof takes around 19 seconds to open or close only when the vehicle is stationary. In case you don’t want the wind in your hair when the top is down, a deflector integrated in the cowl panel frame can be put up manually.

    Although Porsche are being silent about the weight, they do stress out that the rear window is made from an extremely lightweight laminated safety glass. Inside the cabin, the front roof element is lined with black fabric while the Targa roof bar boasts a layer of Alcantara.

    As for the oily bits, the Targa – in true Porsche fashion – comes in to models: the 3.4-liter, 350 hp 911 Targa 4 and the 3.8-liter, 400 hp 911 Targa 4S. Both are all-wheel drive exclusively. The former comes with a 7-speed manual as standard. Should you chose, however, to equip it with Porsche’s Doppelkupplung transmission and the Sport Chrono Package, you’d be able to hit the 60 mph mark in 4.8 seconds.

    The 911 Targa 4S, on the other hand, does the same stretch in 4.4 seconds with the same ticks on the options list. Both versions get pretty good gas mileage as well. From 32 to 28 mpg depending on the model choice and transmission.

    Standard equipment on each model includes leather interior, sports seats, automatic climate contro, Bi-Xenon headlights, 7-inch color touch screen navgation, digital radio, MP3 connectivity, Porsche Stability Management, Porsche Traction Management and a three-year warranty.

    The Targa 4S adds to that 20-inch alloy wheels, Porsche Active Suspension Managemnet, torque vectoring, and a rear limited slip differential.

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    Porsche 911 Targa

    Source: Porsche

  • Porsche 991 Targa Tributes Original [TEASER]

    Porsche-911-Targa-Teaser-mediumWhat you see above is the original Porsche 911 Targa from 1965. The new one that’s coming out any moment now, is supposed to pay an homage to it. Porsche are still silent about how exactly the 991 Targa is going to look like so our guess is as good as yours. Having the signature movable center roof section and wrap-around rear windows is a certainty. An image claiming to be the real deal is floating around the internet, but we’ll let you fish it out.

    The officials are simply saying: “hey, come and watch the official reveal at the NAIAS in Detroit.

    Detroit is where Porsche will also put the Cayenne Platinum Edition and Cayenne Diesel Platinum Edition on a show stand for the first time: basically the Cayennes you know with an extra bit of spice such as exterior touches and interior two-tone color schemes. The Macan S and Macan Turbo will also be there, should you be interested.

    But let’s face it, all eyes will be on the rarity that is the 911 Targa. Can they really go wrong with it?

    Source: Porsche

  • 2014 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Race and Road Cars

    Porsche has introduced 2014 911 GT3 Cup Race Car and Road model as well. The new 911 GT3 Cup is the latest edition of the best-selling racing car of all time, having been built in a production series of more than 2,000 since 1998.

    The new 991 911 GT3 Cup Racer is based on the 911 GT3 road car. It is powered by a 3.8 liter flat-six – 460HP (338 kW) at 7,500RPM – an increase of 10HP compared. The engine is mated to a 6-speed dog-box developed by Porsche Motorsport sending the power to the rear-wheels.

    First run in 2003, the Carrera Cup GB is Britain’s fastest single marque GT racing series and has a permanent position as prime support to the British Touring Car Championship. Full details about the Carrera Cup GB will be available from the Porsche stand and Championship representatives will be on hand throughout the Show to take enquiries.

    The 2014 schedule includes a sensational date on the morning of the Le Mans 24 Hours race in June, when the Carrera Cup GB will run alongside the Carrera Cup France as the prime support of the famous French endurance sports car race.

    2014 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Road Car is priced from £100,540. It comes with a highly specialized performance drivetrain comprising a 3.8-litre flat engine developing 475HP (350 kW) at 8,250RPM, a Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) double-clutch gearbox, and high traction rear-wheel drive. 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 12 seconds. The lap time on the Nurburgring-Nordschleife is even more impressive: the new 911 GT3 completed this track, commonly regarded as the most difficult in the world, in less than 7:30 minutes.

    Porsche is using active rear-wheel steering for the first time. Depending on the speed, the system steers in the opposite or the same direction as the front wheels, thereby improving agility and stability. Among the other new driving dynamics features are the electronically-controlled, fully variable rear differential lock, and the dynamic engine mounts.

    The height, toe and camber of the newly-developed all-aluminium suspension is still adjustable. There are also new 20” forged alloy wheels with central locking used for optimal contact with the road.

    Traditionally, the 911 GT3 comes as a two-seater based on the lightweight body of the current-generation 911 Carrera. However, the front and rear part are always model-specific. For this latest generation, the 911 GT3 is 44 mm wider than a 911 Carrera S across the rear axle. Another clear identifying feature is the large, fixed rear wing. This makes a decisive contribution to the exemplary aerodynamics of the new 911 GT3, which combines low air resistance with a further increase in downforce.

    2014 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Race Car
    2014 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Road Car

    Source: Porsche

  • TopCar Porsche Macan

    2014 Porsche Macan is on its way, but the Russian tuning company TopCar has already started developing a styling package.

    The small crossover will be upgraded by an aerodynamics package including new front bumper with a lip spoiler, a two-piece extender of the front and rear fenders. There are also linings on the front fenders with the TopCar logo. Other elements include a new side skirts, a new rear bumper with modified diffuser and a new rear spoiler.

    The entire body kit is priced from €14,620, but it is also available in visible carbon fiber, which will bump the price to €18,270.

    TopCar will also offer several performance packages boosting the engines in the range as well as a set of ADV.1 alloy wheels fitted with low-profile tires.

    The interior will also get some new elements in carbon fiber.

    Source: TopCar

  • Gemballa GTP 700 Being Really Quick On The Nardo Ring

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    The Nardo Ring test track, borrowing its name from the town of Nardo Italy because of the relative proximity of the two, is a 7.8 mile circle track with a constant bank. So, due to its specific nature no car is truly capable of reaching its top speed. We don’t want to get all technical. Let’s just say that because of the angle of the outer-most lane (the fastest one) there’s more downforce on the inside wheels of the car and then some stuff happens and you can’t go as fast as you would on a straight track.

    Still, you can go really, really fast. Manufacturers keep setting Nardo specific benchmakrs, and one of the most recent is the deed of the GEMBALLA GTP 700 – A Porsche Panamera Turbo-based aftermarket monstrosity. As the name suggests, it boasts 700 hp. To get from 0 to 60 in it would take no more than 3.3 mph seconds. Also, 0 to 120 mph takes 9.6 seconds, and 0 to 180 mph 26.5 seconds. How far up did it go on the ring, you ask? 211 mph. Independently verified by trade journals such as AUTO BILD, SPORTSCARS and Continental.

    GEMBALLA are especially proud with the fact that the GTP achieved that completely unmodified in all of its two-ton glory. “The huge 22-inch wheels, unique to this car in the starting field of cars with a performance of more than 300 km/h, were entirely unaltered, as was the full equipment including rear-seat entertainment facility. In addition, the weight, the engine as well as the aerodynamics remained unchanged and were not adapted for this particular occasion,” says Andreas Schwarz, CEO of GEMBALLA, who drove the car himself.

    Don’t take his word for it. See it for yourselves:

    httpv://youtu.be/EV97ZZFED98

    Source: GEMBALLA

  • KTW Tuning Enhance The Porsche 991 Carrera S

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    The Porsche 991 (AKA the 911) – fifty years of history, pedigree and fine-tuning. Can it ever reach perfection? Is there such a thing as perfection? Okay, let’s not get too philosophical about it. After all, what’s good and what’s bad and what’s perfect is a very subjective point. That explains why KTW from Germany have taken up enhancing the Porsche Carrera S 991.

    Rest assured, the Porsche’s 3.8-liter 400 hp has been left immaculate. In fact, all KTW did was to get their hands on a TECHART body kit and glue it on. In other words, a front lip spoiler, two side skirts, two wing mirror caps, a rear lip-like spoiler and a big anti-wing on top. Okey so there are also the Formula III 21-inch wheels which complete the picture .

    Again a TECHART feature, is the noselift system which is supposed to eliminate that fear of scraping a speed hump. There’s also a custom made exhaust system with valve control.

    KTW say that the interior too has undergone a lot of changes – the steering wheel, the seats, the dashboard, the center console and many other. There is, however, nothing specific on these modifications. The seatbelts are red. Does that count?

    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
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    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991
    KTW Porsche Carrera S 991

    Source: KTW Tuning