But this got me thinking, at what price would a Porsche have to be to be considered entry level?  A brand spanking new Porsche Boxster will run you around $60,000.  So, perhaps an entry level Porsche should be available for $40,000?

I'm fairly certain for that kind of money I'd rather own a GT500 or Corvette.  Again, in the realm of luxury, I'm not the target market.  Only those that have a hard-on for the Porsche name need apply here.  Much like a humongous house without any furniture, it's just another status symbol to park in the drive way.  IMHO

2010 Porsche 914

Maybe I'm not being exactly fair, the rendering above by Motor Trend is very sexy.  I just know that cars like the Porsche 944 did not age very well and I can't imagine a new model of budget Porsche would fair any better.

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Can You Afford A Porsche?

Further disappointment for Porsche comes when Germany denied a request for a multi-billion euro loan.  This loan was the help alleviate financial pains felt by Porsche, for trying to purchase VW.  Yes, purchase VW, apparently these companies can't make up their mind who wants to own whom.

"Porsche will now hold talks about alternative financing possibilities," it said in a statement.

"Porsche has always made clear that what we are talking about here is a loan for its operations that will not burden the German taxpayer," it said.

Sounds like a power struggle that neither parties need to take part in right now.  Also, echoing the sounds of the Big 3 domestic manufacturers and we all know the loans didn't help GM.  Up until just recently the head of Porsche seemed to have it right, "luxury and assistance do not fit well together."  So why start now?

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Porsche Struggling And Denies VW

Design 911 Porsche Specialist

It's hard to contain yourself when a tuned up Porsche passes by.  The Porsche in stock trim is an impressive piece of machinery, known for power, handling, and luxury.  However, start throwing some after market components at it and it becomes a different level of sexy.  For those Porsche enthusiasts lucky enough to get their hands on a 911, 997, Boxster, or even a Cayenne SUV the mod bug can take over quick, especially with so many parts and kits available.

If you live in the UK there is only one place to visit for specialized Porsche service, Design 911.  Furthermore, Design 911 is a world wide shipper of quality Porsche components like body kits, interior items, engine performance parts, and exhaust.  They have built their reputation on 60 years of combined experience, specifically related to servicing and modifying Porsche cars, race cars, and SUVs.

Design 911 is active amongst the Porsche community.  In 2008 they were an official sponsor for the Porsche Club Great Britain.  In 2009 Design 911 received the Who's Who of Britain's Business Elite award.  It's quite obvious when ordering parts from Design 911 you are not just dealing with any other internet business, this is a brick 'n mortar Porsche specialist.

Design 911 Facility

Looking for a Porsche service center?  Design 911 offers a full service center that is capable of handling every Porsche ever made.  The experienced team offers complete solutions from simple maintenance to full on restoration and engine rebuilds.  Furthermore all body work is also performed in house, to keep fixed costs down and allow for the highest of quality control.  The folks at Design 911 know what they are talking about, are familiar with their products, and can make recommendations on Porsche performance and tuning parts.

Design 911 also has an extensive Project Car Page that documents small projects like body kit fitting to full on Porsche race car conversions.  Light weight door swaps, engine swaps, and my personal favorite Project Orange as seen below.  Some of their more extensive projects can be seen at automotive events like the AutoSport NEC.

Project Orange Porsche

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UK Porsche Specialist

I would imagine those looking for real performance won't be interested in something as bulky as the Porsche Panamera.  Generally speaking my view is that there are two types of buyers, those that want performance, and those who buy what their wifes want.  These two types never mesh and it looks like Porsche's target audience.  I'm ready to be proved wrong.

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2010 Porsche Panamera Turbo Pics

Keep in mind, any opinions or supposed evidence, on these 998 Porsche 911 spy pics are simply speculation.  Nobody knows for sure, but something is proof positive, Porsche has taken a commitment to hiding what they have in mind for the next Porsche 911.

Porsche 911 on eBay

Porsche 911 CARRERA 4S 2010 Porsche C4S PDK NAV MSRP $10790000    US $107,900.00

Porsche 911 96 PORSCHE 911 993 COUPE TIPTRONIC VERY CLEAN NJ    US $28,900.00

Porsche 911 TURBO 2007 PORSCHE 911 TURBO High Performance Low miles    US $102.50

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Porsche 998 911 Spy Pics

One of the SunTimes.com reporter got a first hand experience with the new Porsche/VW hybrid technology.

The Porsche-VW hybrid system is unlike any on the market, but it’s closest to Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist. Porsche’s system is a parallel full-hybrid system. IMA is a parallel system, but it is considered a “power-assist” system, not a full system, because the electric motor can only aid the engine, not propel the vehicle by itself (except in some light cruising conditions). Honda’s is a parallel system because the engine has a mechanical link to the wheels.

Initial reactions to the Porsche hybrid are much like my own, wondering how they can combine their performance name with a green theme.  Obviously Porsche is committed, releasing 2 test mules already to the media to scrutinze, but under limited conditions.  For example, no one was allowed to juice the Cayenne hybrid up and down some windy roads, so actual performance testing has been held to a minimum.  Sounds like Porsche is more excited about doing up to 30 miles per hour on electric alone, despite the 300lb weight increase.

Cayenne Hybrid

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Porsche Cayenne Hybrid

Cosmetic wise the 09 911 has seen a few updates, like LED running day time lights and signals.  Also there are more wheel choices to match your personal taste when buying a new 911 Turbo.

Other than the above points it's more of the same, which is a winning combination.  If I were to hit the lottery and purchase one new car, this would be it.  The 09 911 smells like sex, looks like sex, and loves being put in the garage still dripping wet.

09 Porsche 911

Check out 1st Hand Reviews of the 09 Porsche 911:

Driving.CA

Kicking Tires

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09 Porsche 911 Turbo

I'll let the photos below speak for themselves.

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Porsche Panamera Spy Pics

The RS60-equipped Boxster moves the price out of as-close-to-budget-as-a-Porsche-gets, the base price for a no-option Boxster is $45,800, easily optioned up to $51,415 in our Barber race track Boxster comparison car. The track-tested Boxster S listed at $55,700, and was up to $61,380 after order sheet additions. Our test 2008 Porsche Boxster RS60 Spyder starts at $64,900, and with self-dimming mirrors and rain-sensing wipers ($690), heated front seats ($500), wind deflector ($375), automatic climate control ($550), and the sport chronometer package (which among other things can record lap times, for $960), end up with a bottom line of $69,065.

For an indepth analysis of the Porsche RS60 on the race track check out what The Automotive Examiner has to say.  They run the RS60 through it's paces and revue more than just rack times, but options, handling, and what it means to your wallet.

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Porsche RS60 Spyder Special

Thanks to CarMagazine.co.uk for the heads up and geat shots.

Vintage PORSCHE DESIGN helmet 356 912 914 911    US $.01

SALES PROMOTION PORSCHE GOLDEN LOGO Key Chain Ring    US $.90

CHROME PORSCHE 911 Car Steering Wheel key Chain Ring    US $.90

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09 Porsche 911 GT3 Spy Pics