Porsche pertinent: Speedster revival.
10-01-2010, 09:56 AM
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Tim - you have NO idea about paying more. In AU a 997 GT2 RS is OVER $600K in AU Pesos. - And yes the dollar when compared to the US is almost PARITY.....
I have a mate that bought a 993TT in the us NEW in '96 and in AU new in '97.
The price was approx $135K in the US - and in AU over $300k....
So sorry Simon, ^^ even Porsche's new CEO only got a wheel:
Originally Posted by AutoChannel.com
Matthias Mueller, the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, officially assumed Porsche AG Board of Management responsibilities today when outgoing CEO Michael Macht ceremonially handed the Porsche steering wheel to his successor on the eve of the 2010 Paris Auto Show.
10-01-2010, 01:34 PM
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Well, Dayum. I haven't read any articles yet, has anybody witnessed the top being put up? I'm a-waitin' 
The shot with the side windows up looks to be a sure sign that the top will be similar, but slightly re-contoured from the test mule photo posted earlier. The series of compound curves at the top edge of the glass appear to be a more beautiful execution than the (excuse my French) 'Organic Taurus' like oval shape of the earlier attempt...
The shot with the side windows up looks to be a sure sign that the top will be similar, but slightly re-contoured from the test mule photo posted earlier. The series of compound curves at the top edge of the glass appear to be a more beautiful execution than the (excuse my French) 'Organic Taurus' like oval shape of the earlier attempt...
10-02-2010, 02:33 AM
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HE'S WAITING.
Guess you didn't find any new top up pix or vid, either.
Have to wait 'til they ship?
Please hunt down pix with the roof raised
I think we both know the chances of this top being ready for prime time are Zero to none.
Porsche had a HELL of a time with the '89 top and held the car back for months.
I'm sure the reason they are not showing a top on, is because they don't have one that works.
They 'allude' to it, but come just short of showing it .... Same as 1989.
No one got to see a top work until that car was shipped to the dealers ...
10-02-2010, 10:19 AM
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Unfortunate I didn't find what you wanted in the ~17 brand-new photographs uploaded here in the last day.
Guess you didn't find any new top up pix or vid, either.
Have to wait 'til they ship?
Guess you didn't find any new top up pix or vid, either.
Have to wait 'til they ship?
It appears that Porsche is indeed "Ready for Primetime" this time around. If anything can be said about Porsche, they definitely learn from their mistakes, and obviously are listening to their customers. Can't wait to see it in person, hopefully in L.A.
10-02-2010, 01:41 PM
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Positive feedback always appreciated.
10-02-2010, 02:09 PM
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At least the weather's perfect (again), & I'm literally missing out on a football game & 3 car show invitations.Last edited by curve lover; 07-04-2012 at 03:17 PM. Reason: YT
10-02-2010, 02:16 PM
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Thanks, but I have no magic web skills, & could learn from others who web-surf more efficiently.
For me, finding new photos to share takes A LOT of time. I'd almost always rather see what cool stuff others find first.
It's like the opposite of 'misery loves company' -- sharing fun instead.
Great way to show mutual enthusiasm, too; otherwise time input seems lop-sided.
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From TeamSpeed.com's "Paris 2010: 2011 Porsche 911 Speedster in the flesh" thread:
For me, finding new photos to share takes A LOT of time. I'd almost always rather see what cool stuff others find first.
It's like the opposite of 'misery loves company' -- sharing fun instead.
Great way to show mutual enthusiasm, too; otherwise time input seems lop-sided.
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From TeamSpeed.com's "Paris 2010: 2011 Porsche 911 Speedster in the flesh" thread:
Originally Posted by revio
Originally Posted by tips
looks good with the top up
Originally Posted by McRae
anddddddddddddd it looks good with the top up too!!! this car doesnt stop looking good EVER!!!
Originally Posted by porschecarreragtmay6
This car almost looks better with the top up!
Originally Posted by joshg120
Does look extremely good with the top up
Originally Posted by h20skier
Almost all convertibles for me look better with top up
10-02-2010, 02:26 PM
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I agree with the other's comments, the final top design is very attractive. Kudo's to Porsche for taking the time to get it right. I am now, officially smitten.
10-02-2010, 04:24 PM
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Jim-- Been thinking about the fun your Baltic Blue baby & you must be having with the continuously amazing convertible weather.
Regarding the seats you asked me to keep an eye out for, curious if you need more contact info for the RLer I mentioned. IIRC, about all I did was post a pic with his screen name. Just yelp if I can help.
Let us know if you're making it to any car shows today. Think I've heard of ~three in the Boulder/ Golden/ Denver area, & a couple further south. Hope RLers are enjoying their 993s today!
Regarding the seats you asked me to keep an eye out for, curious if you need more contact info for the RLer I mentioned. IIRC, about all I did was post a pic with his screen name. Just yelp if I can help.
Let us know if you're making it to any car shows today. Think I've heard of ~three in the Boulder/ Golden/ Denver area, & a couple further south. Hope RLers are enjoying their 993s today!
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10-02-2010, 04:31 PM
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Last edited by curve lover; 07-04-2012 at 03:16 PM. Reason: YT
10-02-2010, 04:33 PM
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Cars-N-Coffee is a great event. I will be there this Saturday
best time for a drive!
...thanks for the opportunity, Jim!Last edited by curve lover; 07-04-2012 at 03:15 PM. Reason: YT
10-03-2010, 07:51 AM
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