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11-24-2008 | 11:53 AM

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I think it looks good in dark colors. Have to wait to see it in person to know for sure if I really like it.

For a sedan it certainly is unique which is refreshing.

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11-24-2008 | 11:54 AM

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LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That's a farking sweet car!

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11-24-2008 | 11:56 AM

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I like it better than a Lexus.

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11-24-2008 | 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Justin Keenan

What does this thing need to have all wheel drive for? ....

Because AWD is vastly superior to 2WD in rain or snow. After owning my Audi A4, I'll never go back to 2WD.

That b-pillar should kill the driver's left-rear view. Good luck changing lanes.

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11-24-2008 | 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by V.A.G.

The front end reminds me of a Corvette.. yes I said it.

+1 that was my first thought too.

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11-24-2008 | 12:01 PM

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The rear trunklid shape seems far too elaborate. I wonder if these are truly official photos.

And the Corvette hood & headlights mated to a 911 bumper is a joke.

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11-24-2008 | 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by NinetyOneC2

...actually looks pretty good.

It's amazing what a set of rims and a bodykit can do.

Tell me that rear shot is NOT identical to a Chrysler Crossfire....same rear hatch.

Sorry, no matter how much you polish a turd, it's still a turd.

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11-24-2008 | 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by jimculp

Rear three quarter is the best angle IMO. Look at that massive B pillar!

I think you mean the C-pillar.

Do I like it? It's ok as a 4-door luxury GT car, but it's not for me.

If cars like this and the Cayenne are what it takes for Porsche to continue to build the 911/Boxster/Cayman, then call it a necessary evil.

-Z-man.

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11-24-2008 | 12:11 PM

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I think you mean the C-pillar.
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No, B-pillar. Driver won't be able to see anything out the left when changing lanes (it's too thick due to airbags & a/c ducting). That would be annoying.

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11-24-2008 | 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by TheOtherEric

No, B-pillar. Driver won't be able to see anything out the left when changing lanes (it's too thick due to airbags & a/c ducting). That would be annoying.

Ok - I see your point. But the C-pillars make the B-pillars look downright thin!

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11-24-2008 | 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Hacker-Pschorr

Hold on guys, maybe the camouflage is still on.....I hope so since it looks exactly like every spy photo we've been seeing over the past year.

Sorry Hacker-

That IS the Panamera. 100%.

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11-24-2008 | 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by TheOtherEric

Because AWD is vastly superior to 2WD in rain or snow. After owning my Audi A4, I'll never go back to 2WD.

That b-pillar should kill the driver's left-rear view. Good luck changing lanes.

you have a point.
I do love driving in the snow, especially being one of the first ones out when there is an inch or 2 on the roads. Love driving my F-350 in these conditions and trying not to put it in 4 wheel, of course only early in the storm when just the snow pusher guys are out!

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11-24-2008 | 01:28 PM

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Justin, BTW as much as I love AWD, I wouldn't want an AWD sports car. But the Panamera isn't a sports car, so AWD seems appropriate to me.

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11-24-2008 | 01:46 PM

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I find it interesting that this would be the first model in a long time that has PORSCHE spelled out on the back end.

I also would say it looks very little like a crossfire. The slop is totally different and so is the shape. If it looks like a crossfire than a new 300Z looks like an older 930.

hard to say until I see it in person but it isn't half as bad as many expected IMO.

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