Monday, August 23, 2010

Porsche GT2 RS Coming to Beverly Hills Porsche













Porsche announced North American allocations for the 2011 911 GT2 RS and Beverly Hills Porsche will be receiving a precious few cars this go-round. Los Angeles represents one of the largest markets for Porsche so it's no surprise we will be seeing multiple units delivered here. This limited production GT2 RS marks yet another important milestone in Porsche's determination to create and build the ultimate supercars.

From the official Porsche press release:

The time: seven minutes, 18 seconds on the Nürburgring-
Nordschleife.

The power: 620 hp.

The weight: 3,021 lb in road trim with all fluids on board.

The car: the new Porsche 911 GT2 RS.

The GT2 RS made its world debut at the Moscow Auto Show on August 25th. The future top GT model marking the absolute climax in the 911 range is the fastest and most powerful road-going sports car ever built in the history of Porsche With power up by 90 hp and weight down by 154 lb in comparison with the 911 GT2, the new 911 GT2 RS has a power-to-weight ratio of just 4.9 lb per horsepower, by far the best power/weight ratio in its class. Obviously, these are the ideal ingredients for an ultra-high-performance sports car with supreme agility, truly blistering performance on the road, and of course exemplary Porsche Intelligent Performance. For despite this extra power and performance, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions versus the 911 GT2 are down by approximately 5% to 23.7 mpg and 284 g/km.

The 3.6 liter six-cylinder boxer engine boosted by two turbochargers with variable turbine geometry exclusive to Porsche in its combination with a gasoline engine drives the rear wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox. Developed especially for the 911 GT2 RS, sports tires measuring 325/30 ZR 19 convert this massive power into equally massive performance and acceleration on the road: 0 to 62 mph in 3.5 seconds, 0 to 124 mph in just 9.8 seconds, and 0 to 186 mph in 28.9 seconds. Top speed is 205 mph.


Equally supreme stopping power on this ultra-high-performance sports car comes from PCCB composite ceramic brakes. Appropriate longitudinal and crosswise dynamics are ensured by the sporting RS set-up of the springs, PASM Porsche Adaptive Suspension Management, anti-roll bars, as well as the dynamic engine mounts and PSM Porsche Stability Management.
In its looks the new 911 GT2 RS stands out clearly from the 911 GT2 above all through the lavish use of carbon-fiber-reinforced (CFR) components in matte-black surface finish, even wider wheels and flared wheel arches at the front, new 911 GT2 light-alloy wheels with central locking, as well as ”GT2 RS“ model designations on the doors and rear lid. The upgraded front spoiler lip and the rear spoiler lip made of CFR and is now almost 0.4 inches higher, again in surface carbon finish, ensure the right aerodynamic precision as well as extra downforce.

The interior also exudes the flair of sporting performance in virtually every detail, featuring lightweight bucket seats made of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic in carbon surface finish and lightweight door panels with door opening straps. The basic interior color is black, contrasting attractively with features such as the seat center sections and the roof lining as well as segments on the steering wheel rim. The gearshift and handbrake lever are both finished in red Alcantara suede.


Limited to just 500 units worldwide, the 911 GT2 RS goes on sale at Beverly Hills Porsche starting in October 2010. Planned MSRP will start at $245,000.
As an extremely limited production specialty vehicle, it is expected that all units produced will be pre-sold. Each vehicle will be custom produced to a customer’s specifications.
To reserve and configure your very own Porsche GT2 RS please contact us today at 888-863-3923

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Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Porsche 918 Spyder is a Hit in Monterey!

Porsche 918 Spyder at Debut in Monterey California
What a great weekend in Monterey!

Porsche invited a select group of Porsche owners up to Monterey, California during Car Week for a very special encounter with the 918 Spyder Hybrid Concept. Potential customers were escorted to a super secret location, a private aircraft hanger, where the 918 Spyder was displayed with minimal distractions. The high-tech stage was lit from below with a soft green light and lit from above with clean white halogen and all you saw when you entered the room was the 918 in all its glory.

918 Spyder at Porsche Debut in Monterey California

Each visitor was assigned a personal guide that presented the car's features and answered all of their questions including the inevitable, "When can I get mine?" To which the answer was always, "The 918 has just been approved for production. We'll be keeping you informed of the progress." Some rumors are floating around that we should see the 918 debut as a 2015 model in 2014. Hard to say for sure, but for now we are just happy that Porsche confirmed that the car will indeed be produced.

Rear View Camera on Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid

The guides informed us that several changes will be made to the final version but what we were shown is very VERY close to what will be offered in the Beverly Hills Porsche showroom. The side pipes will most likely move to the rear and Porsche designers will rework the rear fascia to accommodate a license plate. The 22" wheels will be replaced with 20" rims and if they can't get the super cool rear-view cameras approved by EU and USA DOTs we'll see a mirrors instead. I for one hope they are able to keep the cameras!

Plug in Filler Door on Porsche 918 Spyder Concept

Power is expected to increase from the petrol engine and as E-Drive development advances we may see some changes with final electric motor BHP outputs. The biggest challenge right now is to find a way to keep the car super light. Porsche hopes that battery technology they are experimenting with will save precious pounds in the production version.

VIP Showing in Monterey of Porsche 918 Spyder Concept

The press had their own time with the car and were treated to a chance to see the car in motion. J.F. Musial and crew shot this amazing video of the 918 Spyder on the beautiful back-roads of Monterey as Michael Mauer, Head of Design for Porsche narrates.

My favorite quote, "There were big, big question marks about the future of these types of cars, and therefore as well the future of the Porsche brand ... so therefore we wanted to have this symbol that there is a future."

Countdown to Motion: Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid Drives. from TangentVector on Vimeo.

Celebrity Porsche fans like California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jay Leno were also treated to VIP showings. The absolute highlight for me was to see Jay wave the exhaust up to his nose like a Master Chef testing the bouquet of a prized dish. The expression on his face was priceless. You can see his gesture on the "Jay Leno's Garage" video below.



On Sunday Porsche treated the public to a display during the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Michael Mauer drove the car up to the display area while Porsche fans from all around the world watched in wonder.

I think it is safe to say that the Porsche 918 Spyder stole the show 918 different ways. Will it be hard to wait three and a half years for the 918 to show up in Los Angeles? Sure... but great things come to those who wait!

To see close up photos of MY visit to the Porsche 918 Spyder display check out our Beverly Hills Porsche page on Flickr: HERE

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Friday, August 13, 2010

Porsche Passion, The Search for the Oldest Porsche in America

1960 Porsche 365 at the Rodeo Drive Concours d'Elegance

Beverly Hills may be the super-car capital of the world but many may not know there is a thriving collector culture here too. California is home to some of the finest classic car collections on the planet. Los Angeles car shows always seem to bring out the best in automotive history. These shows almost always feature a Porsche of significance.

1960 Porsche 356 Steering Wheel

Now Porsche is celebrating 60 years in America and they are on the hunt for the USA's oldest Porsche. My Classic Porsche Search is open to all owners who think they have a shot at earning the “oldest” designation for their car. Entries can be submitted for 12 model ranges, including the Porsche 356, 911, 912, 914, 924, 928, 944, 968, Boxster, Cayenne, Carrera GT and Cayman. This is a perfect opportunity for Los Angeles collectors to show off their fantastic Porsche collections to the rest of the country.

Check out he details here: My Porsche Classic Search
The Porsche brand was established in Germany in 1948. In 1950, New York City businessman Max Hoffman introduced the Porsche 356 to America, sparking a love affair that has lasted for six decades. Today, America's passion for Porsche is deeper than ever, and our Family Tree sports strong new branches. To help us celebrate 60 years of Porsche in America, we’re inviting owners, fans and enthusiasts to tell their Porsche stories on our Porsche Family Tree. We're also looking for the oldest Porsche sports cars in the U.S. in the My Porsche Classic Search. One vehicle may be selected to be displayed in the Porsche exhibit at this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show. Click on the icons below for more information. Thank you, America! We can't wait for the next 60 years!



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Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Porsche 918 Spyder makes its North American debut in Monterey

Porsche 918 Spyder on Stage in Monterey California

The highly anticipated 918 Spyder prototype concept made its North American debut yesterday in Monterey, California.

Pictures of the show can be found here: Beverly Hills Porsche Flickr Page

Porsche 918 Spyder Being Unloaded in Monterey California

PCNA worked with Porsche AG to secure the vehicle, and an exclusive, private aircraft hangar to showcase the product to some of North America's most valued Porsche customers.

Porsche 918 Spyder on Stage in Monterey, CA

The 918 Spyder will continue to make its tour of the Monterey Peninsula over the course of the week, finishing with a spectacular live reveal on Sunday morning at the famous Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.



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Monday, August 9, 2010

Porsche 918 Spyder in California!

Porsche 918 Spyder on Stage in Monterey, CA

Last month Porsche announced that it would build the up till then "concept" 918 Spyder. Since then the excitement has been heating up. Every boy (and many a girl) with a Porsche dream is waiting with bated breath for the Super-car's appearance. Well for those on the left coast the wait is almost over!

Jay Huffschmidt, Marketing Manager from Beverly Hills Porsche will be heading up north this weekend as the recently approved Porsche 918 Spyder makes its North American debut at the Monterey Historic Weekend. Jay will be on hand to greet our VIP clients as they get an up close look at the future of Porsche.

The 918 Spyder is part of Porsche’s lavish display, marking its 60th anniversary in North America. Also featured is the Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid race car. Both models can be seen at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance on Sunday, August 15.

Porsche's past will also be represented. Four rare classics will be flown out from the Porsche Museum in Germany to be showcased in Monterey. They will include examples of the 356 Speedster from 1955 and 1958, as well as a 1960 356 B Carrera 2000 GS Carrera GT and a 1962 356 Carrera 2 Cabrio.

“Automotive passion is always alive and thriving within the Porsche community, but it’s particularly heated at this extraordinary event,” said Detlev von Platen, President and CEO, Porsche Cars North America.“Where else can you see the evolution of Porsche in America so magnificently displayed, from early sports cars like our 356 through our newest intelligence performance powerhouse, the 918 Spyder?”

Porsche 918 Spyder Inside View

The 918 Spyder concept will make a public appearance at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance on August 15. Also Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid will be showcased on August 12-15 at the Porsche Zentrum. Lastly 911 GT3 R Hybrid will be seen at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion at the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.

Hope to see you there!

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Saturday, August 7, 2010

Porsche Builds the 25,000th Panamera

Ruby Red Porsche Panamera 4 V6 at Beverly Hills Porsche

Beverly Hills Porsche is the leading Porsche Panamera dealer in Los Angeles and perhaps in all of the USA. In the last three months we've delivered over 100 brand new Panamera V6s, Panamera S V8s and Panamera Turbos. Many of them are going to first time Porsche owners. With every passing day more and more people are reporting Panamera "sightings", as a result we've seen an increase in the number of BMW, Mercedes and Masarati drivers coming in to check out the first ever four door Porsche. Adding to the excitement Porsche announced this week that their Panamera production reached 25,000 units just 10 months since its debut.

Ruby Red Porsche Panamera 4 V6 at Beverly Hills Porsche

Stuttgart/Leipzig. The new fourth Porsche model series is enjoying such popularity that only ten months after the start of sales, the Leipzig factory of the Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart has already built the 25,000th Panamera. In addition to the Panamera, the new generation of the sporty, all-terrain vehicle – the Cayenne – is also being produced in the same facility in the State of Saxony. The anniversary vehicle, a ruby-red Panamera with a particularly efficient 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine (300 hp), will be delivered to a customer in the USA. “The benchmark performance of our Panamera V6 models wins over our customers worldwide. Even in the USA, a country with a preference for V8 engines, they impress with their efficiency and sportiness. The 4-door combines these aspects with the comfort and exclusivity of the luxury class,” says Porsche Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing Bernhard Maier. The fourth series has been on the market since September 2009, with the 400-hp strong 8-cylinder variants of the Panamera S and Panamera 4S, as well as Panamera Turbo (500 hp). Since May 2010, the Panamera and Panamera 4 have supplemented the product range with their V6 engines.


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