We’re just getting settled with the latest update to the Porsche 911 (997) Carrera, but we also know the 998 is just around the corner. We’ve already seen the spy shot of the future Turbo version out for a little testing, and now we see the convertible testing to make sure the new top can handle the cold stuff.
What’s really great from this spy shot is the shape of the new convertible roof. The next 911 Cabriolet may use a lower and flatter roof, which is reminiscent of the 356 Speedster. How much will this drop-top take from the classic Porsche design? We should know by 2011 when this new 911 hits the streets.
There must be something in the water in Ohio. Earlier this month we saw a 1,000 hp Dodge Challenger from Ohio-based RPD Performance, and now we have video of a 1,000 hp Porsche 911 by Switzer Performance Innovations (SPI) of the Buckeye State.
Not all companies can get Bugatti Veyron-like 1,000 horsepower from an engine (especially a six cylinder one). Even super tuner 9ff isn’t getting that much from a 911 turbo. SPI claims its car called the 997 Sledgehammer can go form 0-60 mph in the mid-2 second range, and as the video above shows, hit the quarter mile in 9.796 seconds at 146 mph and tops out at 195 mph.
SPI says the 997 twin turbo powerplant went through extensive ECU tuning, new SPI-designed headers, sports exhaust system, an intecooler pack and SPI-tuned GT30R turbos. SPI is selling the whole upgrade package for about $50,000.
SpeedART revealed details on the BTR 630 based on the 2010 Porsche 911 Turbo. Why BTR 630? Simple: because it delivers a total of 630 hp (a 130 hp increase over the 500 hp for the standard model).
The aerodynamic package includes a front chin spoiler and adjustable rear wing. The output increase has been possible thanks to a modified VTG-turbo chargers, headers, sport exhaust with sound switch, sport catalysts, sport air filter and ECU-update.
The BTR 630 sits on 20" wheels type LSC-FORGED and features a Sport suspension with PASM and stabilizer kit.
To maximize an ideal top athlete, such as the Porsche 911 GT2 in a way that can be maintained for a long time, it is essential to make far reaching modifications which have to be founded on numerous years of expertise and experience. A kind of professional expertise the Dortmund-based Porsche refiner 9ff unquestionably has.
With the 9ff GT2, the owner and head developer Jan Fatthauer and his team once again challenge their talents and produce a vehicle which has been optimized in its every existing driving capability. The goal was to create a GT2 which is able to provide the best performance on both the tracks and the streets. With its powerful 670 hp "bolt on kit" and a running gear which has been developed at the Nordschleife of the Nürburgring, the 9ff GT2 outstandingly proves that road capability and racing can overlap without having sacrifice any level of convenience and comfort.
Yesterday we saw the Techart Aerokit I for the Porsche 911 models, today the German tuner revealed its new GTstreet R package, based on the Porsche 911 Turbo. BUT WAIT...Don’t get too excited, this is for the 997 Turbo (the 998 Turbo isn’t out yet.)
The new kit includes a new aero-hood, headlight and mirror trims, new side sills, a carbon-fiber roof spoiler, a new rear apron and a new rear wing spoiler. Under the hood, with the help of the Techart performance kit TA097/T3, the engine was boosted to 660 hp and 860 Nm of torque making the car capable to sprint from 0-62 mph in just 3.4 seconds while the top speed is limited electronically due to the safety reasons at 214 mph. In order to improve the stability at high speeds a new set of Techart Formula III forged light metal wheels fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup Plus tires.
Few weeks ago we posted the Techart Aero Kit I for the new Porsche 911 models. Now we have a few more details as well as a bunch of new pics.
The new kit includes a front bumper with new air inlets, new side sills, a roof spoiler and three different types of rear wings, including one known as "wing IV" with integrated back pressure air channels.
Techart offers also new decorative trims for the exterior mirrors, featuring carbon-fiber and chrome finish as well as a new set of light-metal wheels and a new exhaust system featuring the same Techart double-oval design. The official reveal will come in November at the Essen Motor Show, so if there is any more information to be had, we’ll report it here.
After giving the 911 Carrera, Carrera 4S and Targa a minor facelift (as well as a through reworking), Porsche is now focusing on touching up the 911 Turbo.
Although the world debut will be made in January at the Detroit Auto Show, we can already see that the new turbo will get the same front and rear bumper treatment of the lesser 911s. Also, the "whale tail" spoiler that has always distinguished the turbo model will be reduced in size and distinction. The new upgraded turbo engine, probably displacing 3.8-litres, is said to make an extra 20hp from the previous generation (and will likely make the Nissan GT-R tremble).
As you may know already, the facelifted Porsche 911 was recently launched and due to this Techart, the great tuner specialized in Porsche vehicles, decided that is’s time to launch it new Aerokit I for the new 911 models. The new kit is manufactured using the highest standard of quality and consists in a re-designed front bumper, a new front lip spoiler, new side sills, a new rear bumper with new exhaust cutters and a rear wing in order to improve the stability of the car. Also a new set of 19 inch alloy wheels were added. More details on November 28th, when the manufacturer will officially unveils its kit at the Essen Motor Show.
Porsche is usually the kind of company that is always touting its performance figures, but it seems even the German company is selling fuel economy. Big fuel prices have motivated Porsche to try to get the word out about the direct injection engine in the new 911. Porsche’s new attitude makes sense considering that sales are off by 45% in North America compared to the previous year.
But don’t think Porsche has gone soft. In the same press release, Porsche featured the double-clutch transmission that will be launched later this month. Also, coming in October will be the four-wheel drive version of the 911 Carrera as well as the Targa.
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