Porsche Turismo

The Porsche Panamera has been given so many variations over the past few years, you would think that they would’ve appeased every demographic that they possibly could. Alas, they’ve given us all something to marvel at, and something appealing to a new demographic. The recently revealed Porsche Panamera Turismo is throwing everyone through a loop, Porsche fans and critics alike.

It’s a wagon! The design isn’t too crazy, considering the front of the Turismo is still distinctively Panamera. However, the rear is shaped like a sport wagon, but with a nicely lifted buttocks and a bold rear roof spoiler-the first of its kind on such a car! It’s been trimmed to minimize drag at lower speeds, and what’s more, it automatically rises to minimize lift, and when the panoramic sunroof is open it creates a third angle apt to reduce wind noise/disturbance.

The Turismo isn’t just a pivotal release for Porsche; it’s likely a catalyst within the sport/luxury class itself. It’s quite refreshing to see a car manufacturer take a definitive stride that isn’t foreshadowed by its competitor’s future concepts. The fact that it stemmed from the Porsche Panamera is something of a mystery, but a saluted one nonetheless. The vehicles have yet to be released on the roads, but dealers will be taking orders for deliveries which are expected to start at the end of 2017. For more information, or updates on the Turismo, you can find us here.

Porsche Design Book One

Porsche Design has released a laptop that rotates 360 degrees and is rivaling the Macbook Surface Book. A laptop from Porsche may sound unusual, but the Porsche Design brand has steadily become integrated into the premium device market, and they unveiled their latest initiative just this week at the Mobile Congress in Barcelona.

'The Porsche Design Book One embodies the DNA of our brand down to the tiniest detail and, as our first 2-in-1 unit, it has expanded our product portfolio by adding a new category: Porsche Design Computing,' said Jan Becker, CEO of the Porsche Design Group.

It’s worth noting the notebook’s hardware was finely done by Quanta, Intel, and Microsoft, the companies also responsible for helping develop and manufacture Amazon’s popular Fire tablets.

Porsche Design’s Book One boasts polished aluminum housing with a flawless anodized outer appearance. The Porsche Design logo below the screen is surely distinctive, yet it’s tastefully understated enough to still be aesthetic. The laptop comes with a hinge design, similar to Porsche’s approach in crafting a sports car’s transmission, allowing the laptop to rotate 360 degrees while still unhinged. The Book One’s hinge also allows the display to close onto the keyboard with any gap. There are even small rubber stoppers to the hinge so that you won’t scratch the laptop in the various modes it flips to. The hinge is sturdy even when the tablet is locked into place.

Inside, the Book One is an absolute power beast, featuring some of the newest and most powerful hardware around today. This includes Intel’s latest Core i7-7500U processor, 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. This is all powered by a Li-Polymer battery that should provide up to 14 hours normal battery use, and can be fully charged in a mere two hours!

The Book One runs on Windows 10 Pro, so you can easily integrate all of your favorite programs and services and sign in to the device using Windows hello and the front-facing 5MP camera. There’s also two USB-C ports and two USB 3.0 ports.

This device will be launched in the United States this April with a price of $2,495.

2017 Porsche Macan

The 2017 Porsche Macan- a 5 seater luxury crossover SUV that sits and drives like a sports car. The Macan certainly lives up to its name- aptly derived from the Indonesian word for “tiger”- going 0-60 in just 4.6 seconds. The curvy front fascia heavily resembles its sportier siblings, and its stellar performance is superior to any of its compact crossover competitors.

The new Macan appears to be low to the ground and wide, providing a more intimate relationship with the road and a splendidly thrilling drive. A visual highlight of the Macan is the sideblades. Not only do they set a sporty accent, their design pays homage to the beloved 918 Spyder. The proportions of the doors appear narrower and the flanks seem much sleeker and sportier. The classic Porsche sports car design is particularly prominent at the rear: slender at the top, widening into broad shoulders above the rear wheels.

The interior is assured to be just as pleasing to sport car sensationalists; with enmeshing seats, a three dimensional arrangement of controls that resembles a cock-pit, and an ergonomic layout that makes using your convenience features as swift as your acceleration. The Macan now comes standard with more standard features than previous base models; including HID headlights, 8-way power front seats, Alcantara seat centers, the newest generation of Porsche’s infotainment system, a piano black interior package, a lane departure warning system, rear-view camera, and parking sensors.

The Macan now has four turbocharged engine choices starting with a 2.0-liter flat-four that produces 252 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque while achieving 20/25 mpg city/highway; whilst all other Macans are EPA rated at 17/23 mpg. The Macan comes standard with all-wheel drive and with Porsche’s impressive seven-speed twin-clutch automatic. The 7-speed PDK transmission changes gear instantaneously with no interruption in the flow of power. Whenever a particular gear is engaged, the next gear is already preselected. This uninhibited shifting results in maximum control- as well as an exceptionally pleasurable driving experience.

The Macan was developed to please any lifestyle- offering the comfort and capabilities of a sports car integrated with additional convenience and usability. As Porsche puts it, the Macan is “built for a life that refuses to be hemmed in by conventions and feels all the more authentic for it.”

The Perpetually Pleasurable Porsche 911 GTS

 Porsche produces some of the finest sports cars in the world. It’s an unmatched symbol of extravagance and taste. It is perceived as the best. Fittingly, if you take a peek beyond the grandiose reputation it upholds, you will behold an flawlessly formed car with exceptional performance.

 The new Porsche 911 GTS sustains its predecessor’s unnervingly perfect image. Prepare to be reeled in by smoky light lenses, 20” satin black wheels, and Alcantara suede trim in the interior. Its lavish looks are an ideal emulation of its dramatic performance. The 911 GTS goes from 0-60 in just 3.6 seconds, it’s instantaneously responsive, possesses an exhilarating roar, and it still boasts a calm and comfortable ride.

The Porsche 911 GTS is now featuring a 3.0 twin-turbo six-cylinder, resulting in a substantial increase in power and dynamicity. The drive system has two turbochargers with charge-air cooling that have been optimally adapted to the displacement and power output of the engine.  This construction minimizes the inertia of the drivetrain and provides spontaneous responsiveness. The standard seven speed manual transmission offers sport mode with dynamic rev-match function that ensures optimum engine speed and shifting reactivity.

“GTS. A sports car concept for all those who regard superlative standards as a reason for being – because, quite simply, nothing less would do.” –Porsche

The Macan

             

                Porsche debuted their Macan SUV at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show. At first glance the Macan was visually stunning, but the real beauty lay under the surface. The 2014 Macan had impressive engine power, rapid acceleration and braking, excellent agility, and ideal steering precision. All of these attributes provide a luxurious level of comfort and everyday drivability.

                The 2017 Porsche Macan is still the jewel of the Porsche SUV lineup, available in four different trim levels: the base Macan; the Macan S; the Macan GTS and the flagship Macan Turbo. The base model is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four cylinder engine that produces 252 horsepower along with 273 pound feet of torque. The Macan S, comes with a 340 horsepower 3.0 liter twin-turbo V6 engine, while the Macan GTS also comes with a 3.0 liter twin turbo V6 with a healthier 360 horsepower outout. The top-of-the-line Macan Turbo draws its motive force from a 3.6-liter twin turbo V6 that cranks out 400 horses and 406 pound feet of torque.

                As you would expect the Porsche Macan’s performance is is Porsche through and through. The Macan handles exceptionally well and with ease and it feels more like a luxury sport sedan than a compact SUV, but with all-wheel-drive. The Macan opens up to a wider range of consumers to the Porsche experience.

                At a base price of $47,500 the Macan is very reasonable and affordable. The 2017 Porsche Macan is ready and waiting for you in our showroom. Check out our inventory and contact us to take yours home today!

The Porsche 718 Boxster

The Porsche 718 Boxster is Porsche’s ultimate illustration of the most efficient, effective, and dynamically delightful two-seater open-topped sports car on the market.

The new 718 is the third generation of the ever popular Boxster, and it has been given a face-lift from its predecessor.  Porsche purists will instantly know that the 718 refers to the clutch of the rare but legendary racing cars that were built in the late 1950’s and early 60’s. The Boxster was originally and elegant concept car for Porsche back in 1992, and the current 718 Boxster draws its inspiration from that concept. The first production was produced in 1996 and was an instant success. Since then, each upgrade of the Boxster has brought it closer to Porsche’s 911, making it similar in terms of size, speed and price.

Porsche has gone a different route with the new 718 Boxster as well, during this mid-cycle refresh, Porsche rolled out a new turbo charged four-cylinder for the first times since the 1980’s era 944. This Porsche doesn’t lose any power, using the turbocharger to extract maximum power from a modest 2.0 liter engine. Everything the Boxster has become renowned for – snappy steering, a swift, snug hood and plenty of practicality to go with the performance.

Pricing for the 718 Boxster is under $80,000 which is substantially less than its big brother, the 911, making it very reasonable for the car that you are getting. The 718 is now available and ready for you to take home today. Check out our inventory and contact us to schedule your test drive now!

The First Porsche 911 Cabriolet can now be yours!

        

                Over the 53 years that Porsche has been producing the 911, there have been many special edition 911 models. But there is one that is more important than the rest, while technically a Porsche 901, in 1964, Porsche produced a Cabriolet prototype convertible 18 years before the first production 911 Cabriolet.                             

                There were 13 pre-production Porsche 901 Cabriolets that were produced in 1964, and there are only two remaining. And the very first of those produced, is now up for auction. This classic Porsche Cabriolet will roll across the auction block at RM Sotheby’s in Paris on February 8^th, 2017. The auction house estimates that the Porsche will bring in between $900,000 and $1,060,000. And giving the way that other Porsche’s have been selling at auction, this could be a very conservative estimate.

                The chassis which is numbered #13360, is believed to be the second oldest 901/911, and was used for the template for Porsche’s 911 Targa that debuted in 1967. When Porsche first produced this Cabriolet prototype they planned on putting it into production as it did with the 356, but following the tightening of U.S. safety legislation, they decided to go with the Targa and its iconic aluminum roll hoop. In 1982, Porsche pulled the trigger on what they started nearly 20 years prior, the 911 Cabriolet.

                The pictures from the auction listing, the 901 Cabriolet is in great shape with some minor wear and tear on the interior. This particular 901 is stunning with its red finish, Fuchs alloy wheels, a wooden steering wheel and houndstooth fabric seats. And being that it’s from 1964, it is equipped with a 2.0 liter flat-six producing around 130 horsepower.

                So if you are a Porsche collector and what this car, make your way to Paris in February and break out the checkbook!