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World Debut at the ESSEN-MOTOR-SHOW 2004: Sporty TechArt Tuning for the new Porsche 911 Carrera (997)

TechArt Automobildesign presents the sporty TechArt tuning program for the new Porsche 911 Carrera. The various components are calibrated to both current models - Carrera and Carrera S. Sporty elegance characterizes the design of the TechArt aerodynamic-enhancement kit: The production front apron receives more visual emphasis from the TechArt front spoiler. But that's not all: The spoiler reduces aerodynamic lift, thus further improving directional stability at high speeds.




The TechArt side sills give the coupe a longer, sleeker look. The understated TechArt roof spoiler visually stretches the roofline. TechArt also developed a rear diffuser for the 997 models, which extends the rear apron downward and provides a dramatic backdrop for the two oval-shaped twin tailpipes of the TechArt sport exhaust system. Various TechArt rear spoilers, headlamp and mirror housings and rear quarter bumpers are in the final stages of development.

TechArt also offers a T†V-tested wheel and suspension program: Owners of the new Porsche 911 Carrera or Carrera S can refine their cars with striking, light-weight TechArt Formula five-spoke wheels with 18-, 19- or 20-inch diameters. The most exclusive version for the new Porsche features new one-piece TechArt Formula light-alloy wheels in size 8.5Jx20 in front and in size 11Jx20 on the rear axle. TechArt recommends ContiSportContact 2 Vmax tires in sizes 235/30 ZR 20 and 305/25 ZR 20 for mounting on these wheels.

Custom-calibrated to the TechArt tire/wheel combinations are the TechArt suspension solutions. The range of modifications starts with TechArt sport springs for a ride-height lowering of some 25 millimeters. It culminates in the TechArt Vario sport suspension that was developed in cooperation with Bilstein. Contrary to conventional coil-over suspensions this innovative solution not only offers the ability to lower the ride-height on front and rear axle individually by up to some 35 millimeters; the TechArt Vario sport suspension also features sport shocks with adjustable bound and rebound. This allows the suspension set-up to be adjusted to individual driver's preferences and to the predominant use of the car - on public roads or on the racetrack. For the 997 model series TechArt also offers sport sway bars, a dome cross-brace, and a high-performance brake system with eight-piston aluminum fixed calipers and 365- and 380-millimeter brake discs.

While performance tuning for both 997 engines is still under development, TechArt already offers various versions of exhaust tuning. The product lineup includes oval-shaped dual tailpipes for the production exhaust system, a throttle-controlled sport exhaust system and a complete high-performance exhaust system with high-performance manifold, sport catalysts and rear muffler. As a world-renowned specialist for exclusive interior creations TechArt Automobildesign also offers individual interiors for the latest 911 series in all colors and designs.

The program for the new Carrera comprises exclusive TechArt Colorline fully leather interiors as well as sporty accessories: TechArt offers ergonomically shaped airbag sport steering wheels, foot pedals, foot rest and shift **** all made from aluminum as well as stainless-steel sill plates with TechArt logo.

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DoubleNutz

Uhhhhhh, I dunno. Maybe I need to see it close-up or something. In those photos it looks kinda cheap to me- like a Mitsubishi Eclipse or something.

Sorry!

Sobe

the front spoiler and side sills are a little much and kind of dated ... the wheels and lowering are what I like so much ...

Paul Marangoni

Aside from the wheels, I think it looks nice.

RonCT

Ummm, but why? The 997 and 997s look great out of the box. 20" wheels?!? The 19s are too large already - this car should have 18s. Suspension mods might be nice on the track, but perhaps after a year or so with stock to learn the car and it's good and bad points.

Moogle

Ron, what size wheel do you have on your M3? my 04 came with the 18s and i've been contemplating the OEM 19s or M3 CSL 19s

Eric - Plug Guy

20's? Are they kidding? That is nuts. Get your false teeth out boys.

TD in DC

It looks like they tried to retrofit the 996 GT3 kit sans rear spoiler to the 997. Although not ugly, it makes me question why.

jcnesq

At first blush I thought that looks good, but on close inspection I think its all overdone. I almost like the front spoiler, but not quite, the rockers are too much, and the wheels not my style and 20's don't make sense. But with the right aero kit, could do nice things to a 997.

DoubleNutz

Thank you for pointing that out. Like I said earlier, it looks kinda "cheap" to me. But, perhaps "overdone" is a better word choice.

tahoeblue

I think the front spoiler is one of the weak points of the 997, and this is an improvement. But the rest is a little much.

RonCT

M3 has oem 18s, which I honestly feel are the nicest wheels in the BMW line. The have depth - 3d appearance. The 19s are "flat". The CSL wheels look very nice and will be standard on the new ZCP (competition package) starting next month.

The thing is, we all know that the 18" size is superior to 19 and that 19 is just for show... Try 18s shod with PS2s - amazing combination (on my car now, well, until I put snow wheels/tires on last week).

itradem

Looks good to me...

jmporsche944

I also think it looks good...

rss997

Looks great! 19's would look just as good with a better ride...