The Blue Baron: CXX '16 Targa GTS Build
08-06-2016, 01:57 PM
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Today we bombed the Goddard Pass as we drove to Zurich. The only thing better than driving the pass is driving it twice. And the only thing better than driving it twice is with a properly broken-in 3.8L engine and with the targa top down. Pure music.
Some shots of The Baron before we enter the tunnel from the South side.
We hit 1,000 miles within the Goddard Tunnel which struck us as incredibly poetic. Even caught it on video thanks to my lovely co-pilot.
It was neat to become reacquainted with Switzerland's glaciers and snow-capped mountains in the height of Summer.
At Urner Sea we pulled over to take all the beauty in. Simply incredible. This is the most striking lake on the pass. We also let Baby Bash continue to sleep in the back while we snuck a selfie. The little guy slept from Lake Lugano straight through to Zurich.
An hour out of Zurich we crossed paths with a new GT3. We played tag the entire time and bonded. Currently in Zurich with the Targa safely parked.
Some shots of The Baron before we enter the tunnel from the South side.
We hit 1,000 miles within the Goddard Tunnel which struck us as incredibly poetic. Even caught it on video thanks to my lovely co-pilot.
It was neat to become reacquainted with Switzerland's glaciers and snow-capped mountains in the height of Summer.
At Urner Sea we pulled over to take all the beauty in. Simply incredible. This is the most striking lake on the pass. We also let Baby Bash continue to sleep in the back while we snuck a selfie. The little guy slept from Lake Lugano straight through to Zurich.
An hour out of Zurich we crossed paths with a new GT3. We played tag the entire time and bonded. Currently in Zurich with the Targa safely parked.
08-08-2016, 12:21 PM
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Still loving the pics David! Almost feels like we're there
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08-09-2016, 07:35 PM
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Today we bombed the Goddard Pass as we drove to Zurich. The only thing better than driving the pass is driving it twice. And the only thing better than driving it twice is with a properly broken-in 3.8L engine and with the targa top down. Pure music.
Some shots of The Baron before we enter the tunnel from the South side.
An hour out of Zurich we crossed paths with a new GT3. We played tag the entire time and bonded. Currently in Zurich with the Targa safely parked.
Some shots of The Baron before we enter the tunnel from the South side.
An hour out of Zurich we crossed paths with a new GT3. We played tag the entire time and bonded. Currently in Zurich with the Targa safely parked.
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08-14-2016, 11:29 PM
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08-14-2016, 11:32 PM
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On our last day with the car, I bid a brief ado to my wife and baby to drive The Blue Baron from Zurich to Sindelfingen. (Factory drop off is currently offsite for the moment due to construction in Stuttgart.) The weather was perfect for such a run.
While there are unrestricted roads once I crossed into Germany, traffic didn't permit speeds over 125mph. However, I did get to cruise at triple digit speeds for nearly 45 minutes so zero complaints. Porsche's exporter, Salvador, is a gracious and experienced professional. The car was deposited, the spare key handed over and the Euro plates pulled as souvenirs. We talked about cars and motorcycles while the requisite paperwork was being filled out in his office.
Below is a shot right after I pulled the Euro plates in Sindelfingen.
I grabbed a taxi to the train station and reunited with my family in Zurich. That evening we had drinks at a former science observatory-turned bar with a college friend who teaches at the University. Hadn't seen him in 20 years and it was fantastic to catch up.
The next day we flew 8.5 hours back to the States. Baby Bash was the perfect traveler, much to the amazement (relief?) of our fellow fliers in Business Class. Several folks actually complimented my wife and I for having such a well-behaved baby.
Euro Delivery was an incredible experience. Driving highlights included crossing the Swiss-Italian Alps and cruising the French Riviera. To do so with my new family made things all the more special.
The Blue Baron should arrive stateside in early September. Hopefully, we'll just be returning from two weeks in Colombia. Stay tuned!
While there are unrestricted roads once I crossed into Germany, traffic didn't permit speeds over 125mph. However, I did get to cruise at triple digit speeds for nearly 45 minutes so zero complaints. Porsche's exporter, Salvador, is a gracious and experienced professional. The car was deposited, the spare key handed over and the Euro plates pulled as souvenirs. We talked about cars and motorcycles while the requisite paperwork was being filled out in his office.
Below is a shot right after I pulled the Euro plates in Sindelfingen.
I grabbed a taxi to the train station and reunited with my family in Zurich. That evening we had drinks at a former science observatory-turned bar with a college friend who teaches at the University. Hadn't seen him in 20 years and it was fantastic to catch up.
The next day we flew 8.5 hours back to the States. Baby Bash was the perfect traveler, much to the amazement (relief?) of our fellow fliers in Business Class. Several folks actually complimented my wife and I for having such a well-behaved baby.
Euro Delivery was an incredible experience. Driving highlights included crossing the Swiss-Italian Alps and cruising the French Riviera. To do so with my new family made things all the more special.
The Blue Baron should arrive stateside in early September. Hopefully, we'll just be returning from two weeks in Colombia. Stay tuned!
08-27-2016, 05:11 PM
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Like you 911Konigin, I can stare at Sapphire Blue all day long.
Not a single rattle Werks 1. But should it emerge, you're my Number 1 resource on how to troubleshoot and resolve
Potsnu, Schwabbenfolia would have required two more days to wrap the car. I wanted to use that time on the road. So the professional PPF was applied to the most vulnerable areas: full front, mirrors, doors, full A-pillar and lower rear quarters. I deftly wrapped the rest of the car so I could drive with greater confidence.
Sandro originally had the Targa scheduled for a flatbed pickup directly from the factory; however, we made friends during the factory tour that caused lunch to run way over schedule (but well worth it!), the vehicle introduction went way over schedule (ditto), and it took a little time to source a factory towel to protect the alcantara before installing a baby seat (ditto). These three factors collectively caused Plan B to be triggered which involved us driving the 10 minutes directly over to Schwabenfolia which, fortunately, occurred without incident. Dropping the car off personally gave me the added benefit of meeting the team and checking out the facility.
The protective measures proved to be fortuitous as we hit a massive storm heading into Milan. (The local news called it the worst storm in a decade.) Driving the car was easier knowing that PPF was properly in place
Not a single rattle Werks 1. But should it emerge, you're my Number 1 resource on how to troubleshoot and resolve
Potsnu, Schwabbenfolia would have required two more days to wrap the car. I wanted to use that time on the road. So the professional PPF was applied to the most vulnerable areas: full front, mirrors, doors, full A-pillar and lower rear quarters. I deftly wrapped the rest of the car so I could drive with greater confidence.
Sandro originally had the Targa scheduled for a flatbed pickup directly from the factory; however, we made friends during the factory tour that caused lunch to run way over schedule (but well worth it!), the vehicle introduction went way over schedule (ditto), and it took a little time to source a factory towel to protect the alcantara before installing a baby seat (ditto). These three factors collectively caused Plan B to be triggered which involved us driving the 10 minutes directly over to Schwabenfolia which, fortunately, occurred without incident. Dropping the car off personally gave me the added benefit of meeting the team and checking out the facility.
The protective measures proved to be fortuitous as we hit a massive storm heading into Milan. (The local news called it the worst storm in a decade.) Driving the car was easier knowing that PPF was properly in place
schwabenfolia have a nice Gallery of your beauty ...... very tastefull combination
congrats
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08-27-2016, 05:50 PM
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Hi Torquechap schwabenfolia have a nice Gallery of your beauty ...... very tastefull combination congrats https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...8708146&type=3
08-28-2016, 02:58 PM
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Thanks for this find! It great to see all of their photo galleries.
08-28-2016, 04:43 PM
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08-28-2016, 05:29 PM
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Like The Blue Baron's exterior, interior aesthetics are exclusive to the GTS Package but reimagined for a classic look. The sun visors and belt outlets are wrapped in Alcantara to match the seats, lower dash and headliner.
We then went wild on wrapping everything in extended leather with matching deviated Rhodium Silver stitching. Dash, air vents, fuse box, PCM display, rear seat tunnel, instrument surround, steering column casing, etc. I deliberately didn't wrap the seat backs because the grey plastic matches our chosen interior color theme so well and looks simply wicked through the rear window glass IMHO. Equally important, the seats on our PTS/LTS 993TT are leather wrapped and I wanted hard backs this time around for something different and a bit more sporting.
To compliment the roll hoop and factory-painted GT Silver CL wheels, I had Porsche's Custom Tailoring Department replace the carbon fiber trim with aluminum. (Normally, you can't get aluminum with the GTS Interior Package.) The illuminated door sills are in stainless steel to mirror the effect.
Last, but certainly not least, the Alcantara steering wheel has a factory 12 o'clock marker in yellow Alcantara. This is an homage to Porsche's RS cars and matches the PCCBs.
Note: Took these pics in a hurry when dropping off the car. Sorry for the dizzying visual presentation. Will fix when I'm back at my laptop.
08-28-2016, 05:39 PM
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