speedART unveiled the BTR-XS 650 tuning kit based on the Porsche 997 GT2. The name stands for Bi Turbo Racer – Extra Speed with 650 hp and also an impressive 860 Nm torque.
The power increase of 120 hp and 180 Nm is possible due to modified VTG turbo chargers, a sport exhaust with twin tail pipes, sport cats, headers, bigger intercoolers and an optimized motronic update. The acceleration from 0 – 62mph takes 3.2 sec and the top speed is 216mph. The price for the complete Power Kit BTR 650 is 27.500 Euro.
The BTR-XS 650 also features: modular 20” wheel set type „RSC Elegance – Black Edition” or “Cross Racing - White Edition” in 8,5 and 12,5 x 20” with 345/25 ZR20” tyres on rear axle and a sportive suspension modification. Furthermore speedART offers individual interior design, sport seats, sport steering wheels and special leather or alcantara applications.
Gemballa released a new tuning kit based on the 997 Targa. Called GTR 550 TARGA, the new tuning kit features new AVALANCHE-Chassis, Front Bonnet GT / GT EVO, Front Skirt AVALANCHE, Front Spoiler Lip GT2 EVO Carbon, Rear Skirt GTR EVO, Rear Spoiler GT and RACING 20" BLACK EDITION.
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Auto Express have caught the new 911 Turbo undisguised during testing. Cosmetic changes are noticed of which are the rear tail lights that are shaped distinctly. Minor changes are observed at the front. The car is presumed to be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show this year. Along with visual upgrades, Porsche have also made mechanical changes to the car.
SpeedArt unveiled their latest innovation: a new aero kit BTR for 997 Turbo convertible.
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Porsche will unveil a revised 911 Turbo at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show. it will go on sale in summer 2008 and will replace the current model.
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