Porsche has exclusively added its famous Carrera line-up with two new, top-end 911 Carrera GTS models, which are now packed with the brand’s intelligent, all-wheel drive Porsche Traction Management (PTM). (more…)
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2011 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS
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Porsche Cayman S Black Edition
Porsche has announced a factory tuned version of Cayman S called Black Edition. The special edition will be limited to just 500 units, which will boast extreme performance and superb specification.Cayman S Black Edition is powered by a 3.4 litre six-cylinder boxer engine with 330PS (243 kW) at 7400RPM and 370Nm (274 lb-ft) of torque at 4750RPM. The acceleration is brutal – 0 to 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds with 6-speed manual and 5.0 seconds flat with the optional PDK gearbox. However, with the launch control, which will be available with the Sport Chrono package, the time is dropped to just 4.8 seconds. The top speed is 279 km/h (173 mph) with manual gearbox and 277 km/h (172 mph) with the PDK.
Cayman S Black Edition stands on 19” wheels fitted with 235/35 ZR 19 at the front and 265/35 ZR 19 at the rear. The wheels are half an inch wider than the regular 18” alloys.
The car is superbly well equipped. It features Bi-Xenon headlights with dynamic cornering lights and LED daytime running lights, automatic anti-dazzle interior and exterior mirrors with integrated rain sensor, black partial leather seats with Porsche crest on the headrests, climate control, Sport Design steering wheel and cruise control.
The dashboards is black as well as the gear lever and instrument dials. The interior also boasts door entry guards emblazoned with the lettering “Black Edition” made of stainless steel, Sound Package Plus.
The Porsche Communication Management (PCM) controls the navigation
module and universal audio interface (AUX, USB, iPod).
Porsche Cayman S Black Edition is priced at 67 807 Euro in Germany including VAT.
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Porsche TechArt GTStreet is priced at €59.90
TechArt now offers limited colectors models in a 1:43 scale. The series includes GTstreet, GTstreet R and GTstreet RS models, which are exact copies of the original super sportscars. The TechArt GTStreet series is based on the Porsche 911 Turbo and GT2.TechArt will launch just 300 units of 1:43 GTstreet series and each model will come with a base plate with a limitation badge and serial number. The GTstreet is an individual highlight in every high-class collection.
The models are available for purchase exclusively online at www.techart.de/collector and the price is €59.90, VAT included.
TECHART GTStreet RS, which is the most powerful tuned version of Porsche 911 GT2, has a brutal 3.8 liter twin-turbo flat-six with staggering 700PS and 860Nm of torque.
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2011 Porsche Panamera Diesel
Porsche has announced the new Panamera Diesel, which will hit the UK market in August, this year. The luxury Gran Turismo car is 3+1, which means that it can carry up to four passengers in sporting comfort.2011 Panamera Diesel is powered by a 3.0 liter V6 with 250HP (184 kW) at 3800RPM and 550Nm(407 lb-ft) of torque at just 1750RPM. The engine is connected to an 8-speed Tiptronic S transmission, which sends the power to the rear wheels. 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds and top speed of 242 km/h (150mph). The diesel achieves 43.5mpg and 172 g/km of CO2, which means that you can go up to 1199 km (745 miles) on a single tank of fuel. However, With the optional lower rolling resistance tyres, efficiency improves further still, to 167 g/km and 44.8mpg on a Combined cycle.
The diesel powered Porssche also features auto start/stop function, steel spring suspension and optional adaptive air suspension.
The standard specs include leather interior, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), Bi-Xenon headlights, front and rear ParkAssist, tyre pressure monitoring, automatic dimming rear view mirrors, Porsche Communication Management with touch-screen satellite navigation and audio controls, cruise control and a three 3 warranty.
2011 Porsche Panamera Diesel is priced at £62 134.
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Free inspection for Porsche Cabriolet models
Porsche has announced a special complimentary vehicle inspection on June 4 at participating Porsche Centres nationwide. The manufacturer will celebrate the start of the summer holiday season with this service, which will help ensure all Porsche cabriolet owners maximise their open-air driving pleasure.All Porsche cabriolets are welcome, whatever their model or age. The service will include all cars from a 356 Speedster, a 1994 968 Cabriolet, or the latest Boxster Spyder or 911 Turbo Cabriolet.
The national Porsche Cabriolet and Roadster Service Clinic will inspect the cars for free. Furthermore, the owners will also get the chance to attend a workshop at their local Porsche Centre together with their technician. These Service Clinics will also provide customers with information and advice to ensure that the operation of the hood folding mechanism is correct and that the roof remains wind and weather-proof. Other checks will ensure the expected safety, reliability, and performance levels of their cars are maintained.
The Service Clinics will be conducted one week before the Le Mans 24 Hours race in France.
The idea is simply great, because many of the drivers don’t have enough time and resources to make a full inspection of their vehicles.
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Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0
Here are some pictures from TeamSpeed of Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 . The super sports car will be produced in limited series of just 500 units.The exterior boasts a race-inspired GT3 rear wing, painted front and rear carbon fiber fascias.
Inside, the new GT3 4.0 has racing seats with RS 4.0 badges, rear-seat rollcage, Alcantara shift knob and steering wheel, and weight-saving door release handles. The bad news is that the SAT NAV will be romoved for saving weight.
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 is powered by a 4.0 liter naturally aspirated flat six with 500PS (368 kW), which is 50HP more than the standard production GT3 RS which comes with a 3.8 liter engine.
Stay tuned for more information and some better pictures of this astonishing car!
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Rennsport Porsche Panamer(ican)a
Rennsport Muller, the Kitzingen-based racing tuner has just introduced its latest, top-end conversion, the Rennsport Porsche Panamer(ican)a. (more…) -
2011 Porsche Cayenne II Diesel
Porsche has introduced a new engine for Cayenne II Diesel. The SUV is now more powerful and more efficient.The 3.0 liter V6 Diesel develops 245HP, which is a gain of 5HP and the fuel economy rises to 39 mpg from 38.2mpg. However, the CO2 emission have dropped to 189 g/km. The performance is better, too. 0 to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and top speed of 220 km/h (136 mph).
The results are achieved thanks to use of new materials to reduce weight and lower internal friction and resistance. The engine received a new turbocharger, a revamp of the injection system and enhanced thermal management. The weight of Cayenne II Diesel has dropped to 2080kg.
Along with the revised diesel, Cayenne II Turbo has received a new Powerkit, which boosts the mighty twin-turbo V8 to 540HP and 750Nm of torque. The acceleration is astonishing – 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and top speed of 283 km/h (176 mph). The overall result is a gain of 40HP, 50Nm, 0.1 s quicker to 62 mph and 3 mph better top speed. Furthermore, the Powerkit didn’t harm the fuel consumption – 24.6mpg on combined cycle and 270 g/km of CO2.
The Powerkit includes two new turbochargers and adjustments to the engine electronics. The cooling of the brakes has been also improved. Furthermore, you can order Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB), which is available as an option. An optional 20” collapsible spare wheel is available for vehicles equipped with this system.
Porsche extended the options list for Cayenne II, which now can come with tinted LED rear lights, Bi-Xenon headlights in black including Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) and quad sports exhaust tailpipes.
The interior can also be improved by new decorative stitching and leather packages as well as the distinctive Yachting Mahogany wood treatment. A milled aluminium Tiptronic-S gear selector lever and new stainless steel and carbon door sill guards are also available.
The opportunity for customization Cayenne II is just awesome, because every single SUV can be unique!
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snimka na turbotoAlong with the revised diesel, Cayenne II Turbo has received a new Powerkit, which boosts the mighty twin-turbo V8 to 540HP and 750Nm of torque. The acceleration is astonishing – 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and top speed of 283 km/h (176 mph). The overall result is a gain of 40HP, 50Nm, 0.1 s quicker to 62 mph and 3 mph better top speed. Furthermore, the Powerkit didn’t harm the fuel consumption – 24.6mpg on combined cycle and 270 g/km of CO2.
The Powerkit includes two new turbochargers and adjustments to the engine electronics. The cooling of the brakes has been also improved. Furthermore, you can order Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB), which is available as an option. An optional 20” collapsible spare wheel is available for vehicles equipped with this system.Porsche extended the options list for Cayenne II, which now can come with
tinted LED rear lights, Bi-Xenon headlights in black including Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) and quad sports exhaust tailpipes.The interior can also be improved by new decorative stitching and leather packages as well as the distinctive Yachting Mahogany wood treatment. A milled aluminium Tiptronic-S gear selector lever and new stainless steel and carbon door sill guards are also available.The opportunity for customization Cayenne II is just awesome, because every single SUV can be unique!
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speedART TITAN EVO XL600
speedART TITAN-EVO-XL 600 is the Stuttgart-based specialist’s latest SUV conversion, which is based upon the recently launched Porsche Cayenne Turbo 958 yet utilizes upgrades in almost every term, including aerodynamics, performance, sound, suspension and interior. (more…) -
GEMBALLA MISTRALE at Top Marques 2011
At the now running 2011 Top Marques Monaco luxury fair, Gemballa, the renowned tuner of Porsche rides has publicly presented its latest masterpiece creations – the GEMBALLA TORNADO, based on the Porsche Cayenne (958) and the GEMBALLA MISTRALE based on the Porsche Panamera (970). (more…) -
Porsche 911 SC – Walter Röhrl at the 2011 Targa Tasmania
Walter Röhrl, his co-driver Christian Geistdörfer and their Porsche 911 SC are taking part of 2011 Targa Tasmania rally, which is between 5th and 10th April. The hard road rally is held over 2 000 km on the island of Tasmania, off the south-east coast of Australia.The 911 SC was restored by the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart, Germany. It is one of three cars from the company’s „Museum on Wheels” that will be participating in the Classic section of this year’s event. The other iconic sports cars are: 718 RS 60 Spyder (1960 Targa Florio winner) and the 908/2 Spyder (1969 Targa Florio winner).
Rally Targa Tasmania starts with a Prologue near Launceston April 5 and finishes in Hobart on April 10. It includes 38 competitive stages totalling over 500 km.
The fans can check out the performance of Röhrl and Geistdörfer and their fellow Targa Tasmania competitors online.
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TECHART Porsche 911 Turbo power upgrade
TECHART has just released a staggering power upgrade for the well-know athlete Porsche 911 Turbo, which packs the ride with an exclusive power kick further reinforced by a special Sport exhaust unit for even more confident and impressive roar. (more…)
