ONE-OFF For those of you who have the opportunity to visit the automotive museum of the famous German car manufacturer Porsche in Stuttgart, you may have seen this unique sports car. There is only one that has ever been made by Porsche.
The 996-generation Porsche 911 is the only-one 911 model produced by Porsche with an original bullet-proof body. (Picture from: AutoEvolution)
The car mentioned above is the Porsche 996 (the Porsche's internal designation for its 911 model produced from 1997 to 2006 ). It might be this is one of the least interested Porsche products. Maybe because the appearance of the "eye egg" headlights that look strange, had a kind of reliability problems, or because of the application of a different type of water cooled engine from its predecessor.
The 996-generation Porsche 911is capable of withstanding the burst of the NATO's 9 mm caliber bullets
from pistols and SMGs and bullets from 44 Magnum revolvers. (Picture from: AutoEvolution)
But whatever the reason, the 996-generation Porsche 911 is ready to surprise everyone. Today, one-of-the-kind-car has become one of the rare collections of the Porsche Museum, because the 996-generation Porsche 911 is the only Porsche 911 produced by Porsche with an original bullet-proof body, which is not the result of third-party modifications.
The 996-generation Porsche 911 ia installed a layer of 20mm thick bullet-proof glass materials named Dyneema. (Picture from: Total 911)
The bullet-proof bodied Porsche 911 started as a special project to fulfill a customer's special order for the Stuttgart-based automaker to build the bullet-proof bodied Porsche 911 in the mid-1990s. Answering the request, then Porsche built the mentioned car in question by using an early version of the Porsche 996 Carrera in Dragonfly Turquoise Metallic color which was taken directly from the production line as a donor car.
This is because as a composite material, Dyneema is able to absorb
bullet energy of 15 times stronger than bullet-proof steel of the same
weight. (Picture from: CarBuzz)
Then, the Porsche's engineering team installed a layer of 20mm thick bullet-proof materials that was made specifically for the 996-generation Porsche 911. The German automaker chose the Dyneema as a bullet-proof coating. This is because as a composite material, Dyneema is able to absorb bullet energy of 15 times stronger than bullet-proof steel of the same weight.
The 996-generation Porsche 911 is powered by a 3.4-liter six-cylinder boxer engine capable of pumping power up to 296 hp and 350 Nm of torque. (Picture from: AutoEvolution)
Uniquely, the interior of this car is then made exactly the same as the standard production car except the sunroof is removed. As a result, a package of cabin options remains available such as a high-end audio system, electric heated seats and cruise control. The exterior appearance of the bullet-resistant Porsche 911 996 Carrera also looks the same as the standard version of the normal Porsche 911 996 Carrera. So it's almost hard to differ if the body panels are bullet-proof panels.
The 996-generation Porsche 911 bulletproof model look the same as the standard version of the normal Porsche 911 996 Carrera. (Picture from: Total 911)
From the results of tests carried out by Porsche, it has been proven that the 996-generation Porsche 911 is capable of withstanding the burst of the NATO's 9 mm caliber bullets from pistols and SMGs and bullets from 44 Magnum revolvers. As a consequence of using decay-resistant body panels, the car becomes heavier. Well, when compared to the normal 996 Carrera which weighs around 1,317 kg, this bullet-resistant version weighs 2,722 kg.
Meanwhile for the drivetrain, the bullet-proof bodied Porsche 911 still uses its original engine, ie a 3.4-liter six-cylinder boxer engine capable of pumping power up to 296 hp and 350 Nm of torque. Unfortunately, this particular project had to end with only one car ever being made as there was no longer any demand from the consumers. This may be due to the high cost of production.😥 *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTOR1 | THE DRIVE | AUTOEVOLUTION | TOTAL 911 | CARBUZZ ]
The Fastest One auto brand is widely known as the German's fast cars is Porsche. And recently the German automaker launched the latest generation of the 911 officially named Porsche 911 GT3, and followed by its newest derivative model called Porsche 911 GT3 Touring.
Porsche 911 GT3 (on right) posed along with its derivative model 911 GT3 Touring (on left), they're look almost similar in front views. (Picture from: Porsche)
All of these models are also known as the fastest 911 variant of the current 992 generation, and would increased the 911's competitiveness, after the greatness of its Turbo S beaten a series of supercars on the tracks. However, the current 911 GT3 performance is not only focused to speeding on the track, also legally to drive on the roads.
Porsche 911 GT3 is offered fiercely performance with a less eye-catching appearance in one package with its typical large-sized rear wing. (Picture from: Id.Motor1)
Likely, the Stuttgart-based automaker is repeating its way of offering a sportscar that performs as fiercely as a circuit race car, but with a less eye-catching appearance. From the 911 generation 991, now the 911 GT3 Touring is also offered in the 992 generation. All the ferocity of the GT3 style is still offered by Porsche, except for the absence of a large rear wing.
Porsche 911 GT3 Touring is an alternative and separate model of 911 GT3, with the different of the absence of the large-sized rear wing only. (Picture from: Indozone)
Unlike other manufacturers who ditched the rear wing as just a personalization option, Porsche considers this configuration worthy of its own name. So the 911 GT3 Touring is an alternative and separate model from the 911 GT3. Indeed, the look tends to be 'introverted' for a car with specifications close to a GT3 racing car, but the performance that can be enjoyed is claimed to remain the same.
Porsche 911 GT3's interior has a multifunction 360 mm diameter steering wheel with GT3-specific features. (Picture from: Carvaganza)
The 911 GT3 car uses the new chassis
which is said the front axles have been changed to be wider 1.9-inch and
then for the first time is supported by a double-wishbone suspension.
Of course, the new suspension on the front wheels is to increase
stability when cornering, including control when in the middle of a
corner with a bumpy surface. In addition, the steering wheel also
becomes more precise and direct. As for the rear axles are supported by
multilink suspension, accompanied by more ball joints than the standard
911.
Visually, it looks like this Stuttgart-based manufacturer only released the GT wing for the Touring models. However, the downforce lost due to the absence of the rear wing is compensated by a larger spoiler, so the downforce loss is not that great. Not only that, Porsche also provides a number of differentiators on the trim to emphasize the difference with the regular GT3.
Porsche 911 GT3's interior gets an extensive layer of genuine-leather material trim. (Picture from: SiamInsight)
Minor in nature, the 911 GT3 Touring has trim differences in the form of an aluminum frame on the exterior side mirrors, Touring badges on some parts, and a body-colored front spoiler. Usually this part is made black by Porsche, for the sake of highlighting the impression of racing. In terms of weight, the PDK version of
the 911 GT3 Touring is 1,418 kg, and 1,435 kg for the manual version.
This weight loss can be achieved thanks to the use of lightweight
materials made of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) on the front
hood, rear wing, and spoiler under the rear wing.
As for the interior, the upgrade is implemented through a multifunction 360 mm diameter steering wheel with GT3-specific features. The drive mode button features for the first time on the steering wheel for a GT3 with a Race-Tex display. There is a seat option with the Sports Seats Plus version and a full carbon bucket seats which can be 11.8 kilograms lighter. While the PDK version of the transmission lever has a new design, which is similar to the manual version, and is certainly larger than the standard 992.
Porsche 911 GT3 and its Touring derivative models are powered
by the same 4.0-liter naturally aspirated six-cylinder powertrain that
can spit out power of 502 hp at 9,000 rpm and 469 Nm of torque. (Picture from: SiamInsight)
The 911 GT3 Touring specifically gets a more extensive layer of leather material trim, in order to match the touring theme. Then on the dashboard and the top side of the door trim, there is a special embossed to indicate this new variant. It could be said, that's the only difference between the regular 911 GT3 and the Touring version.
Both models of the Porsche 911 GT3 are powered by the same 4.0-liter naturally aspirated six-cylinder powertrain
that can spit out power of 502 hp at 9,000 rpm and 469 Nm of torque.
Then those power channeled to drive its rear wheels, through a PDK's
dual-clutch 7-speed automatic transmission, beside that the automaker
also provided a 6-speed manual option.
By
using those engine power, both 911 GT3 models can accelerate from 0 up to 100
kph in 3.4 seconds for the PDK version. Meanwhile, for the manual
transmission version, similar acceleration is not far adrift, achieved
in 3.7 seconds, aka 0.3 seconds slower. While the top speed that can be
achieved by the GT3 itself is claimed to be able to touch up to 317 kph.
Porsche 911 GT3 (on left) posed along with its derivative model 911 GT3 Touring (on right), turn out they're different in the back. (Picture from: Id.Motor1)
Not only that, Porsche also has claimed, that the car' engine is virtually similar to that used by the new Porsche 911 GT3 Cup racing car. Especially with the development to provide a sharper, specific gas response thanks to six independent throttle bodies. Likewise, the new pistons and dry-sump lubrication system were previously only available on the exclusive model of Porsche 911 Speedster. Even the PDK's transmission was developed specifically for the 911 GT3 variants.
Reportedly Porsche has opened the tap
for orders for this car since the middle of this year, with a starting price of $161,100 or approx of around Rp. 2.295 billion. Of course, that number excludes
taxes, personalization options, and shipping costs. Unfortunately, for some areas (such as
California) cannot enjoy the manual transmission variant due to
the regulations related to engine noise restrictions. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | PORSCHE | IDMOTOR1 ]
Weird ONES This time we're going to talk about the story of the forgotten Porsche 911 HLS. Maybe you will ask, how can this happened to one of the Porsche 911 models? As we all knew the 911s are widely known to the world's automotive enthutiats to be one of the most successful models ever made by the Stuttgart-based car manufacturer.
The unique bright green colored Porsche 911 HLS futuristic racing coupe with folding roof (due to lighting conditions the car looks yellow in this picture) is designed by the students of the automotive engineering department of Aachen University. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
Before we start talking about it, we will ask you, 'Have you ever heard about the Porsche 911 HLS?' We'll be sure you've never heard about this Porsche sports car before. That's okay, considering a big manufacturer like Porsche, over the years had built a lot of concept cars, most of which are beautiful and very cool.
The most intriguing design characteristic of the Porsche 911 HLS was the hinged cockpit canopy looks integrating perfectly into the body just like it truly belonged there. (Picture from: Rennlist)
And it's a natural thing that there are some of the concepts considered as the fail ones, then over the time forgotten and lost to history. And the Porsche 911 HLS is one of those considered fail concept cars, that's why now the model considered as one of the forgotten Porsche models. Perhaps the most interesting (and odd as well) about the Porsche 911 HLS is the fact that the Stuttgart-based automaker didn't build it by themselves.
The
Porsche 911 HLS bodywork made out of aluminum, which even includes the rear louvers and Targa bar. (Picture from: Rennlist)
According to the Rennlist, the car started its life as an ordinary Porsche 911 (some say it was the model of the 1964), which was then sent to the automotive engineering department at Aachen University by Porsche in 1966. So that the students of the Aachen University could made it as the futuristic racing coupe with folding roof. The concept car seems to take some inspiration from the legendary Porsche 904 racing car and its rear engine cover, which could be seen as a kind of retractable roof.
The Porsche 911 HLS left rotten outside the body shop for over 40 years, after got no blessing of the Porsche top brasses for further development stages. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
At the first, the students came up with a series of design sketches on paper before mocking up a mini model of the car. After that they started making a new body for the 911 out of aluminum, which even includes the rear louvers and Targa bar. As you can see here, the most intriguing design characteristic of the HLS was the hinged cockpit canopy looks integrating perfectly into the body just like it truly belonged there.
This forgotten and left outside for four decades, the Porsche 911 HLS concept car was almost lost to history. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
Since the Porsche has the true racing blood in its veins, it could be seen from the arrangement of the instruments on the dashboard were pinned on the right (while the steering wheel on the left). Once all bodywork is completed, the the car sent to the Hans-Leo Senden (HLS)coachbuilder in Würselen, Germany which also explains the model name came from. Here its bodywork was refined and given the bright green color and the lettering of 'Porsche HLS' in black letters on both sides.
The
Porsche 911 HLS wreckage while on display at the 2015 Techno Classic in Essen, Germany with the plans to restore it to its original condition. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
Unfortunately, the slightly eccentric styled racing coupe as the result of the students' hardwork failed to get the Porsche top brasses approval in the Zuffenhausen headquarters.😭 Since then the concept car was simply parked outside the bodyshop, left there for over 40 years until Manfred Hering, the 911 expert was asked whether he could restore the long-forgotten Porsche concept to its original condition. At that time, Hering did not accept the request for the concept car restoration, instead wanted to buy it in such a condition. In short short, finally the unique 911 HLS concept car wreckage has become his.
And the concept car wrekcage had displayed at the 2015 Techno Classic in Essen, Germany with the plans to restore it to its original condition. At least as close as possible, because the main problem is the scarcity of spare parts for the only-one-of-a-kind model such this Porsche 911 HLS concept car so not easy to find ones which is certainly very different with existed today.🙏
Today, after almost 6 years, we haven't heard any words about the 911 HLS, but we hope that Hering has remained consistence with his plan to bring this interesting and unique part of Porsche's history back to life. And if we has any luck, the car could be seen again by us someday, looking just like it did the day those proud students finished its construction. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CLASSICDRIVER | POPULARMECHANICS | ROADANDTRACK | RENNLIST | AUTOMANIA.LIFE ]
ForgottenONES - Now We would be discussed about a unique 4-seater classic coupe made by the German automotive manufacturer, Porsche. Maybe you will immediately guess that it is a Porsche Panamera, that we all know its existence today possbly has not received as much attention as the Porsche Taycan EV, even so the Porsche Panamera series remains one of the most exciting Porsche models ever, and even its sales surpassing of the 911. No, it is not about the Panamera.
The Porsche 911 Troutman & Barnes was built for William J. Dick Jr, co-owner of a Texas-based Porsche distributor, and first appeared in green with the iconic Porsche 'FUCHS' alloy wheels. (Picture from: Monochrome-Watches)
As we are about to find out, the Panamera wasn’t the first four-door coupe-styled car that carried the brand’s emblem. Well, previously there’s an obscure 1968 Custom-built 4-seater version of Porsche 911 originally intended as a Christmas present you might have never heard of before. Although at the same time during the 1960s, the Stuttgart-based automaker once tried to make a number of four-seater concepts based on the 911 and the 928, for instance. But never made it to the road. Apart from one, although not officially built by Porsche featured with 2+2 seater layout, this weirdly obscure one-off also has 4-doors.
It turned out that William J. Dick Jr.'s wife was not hugely fond with the color and the wheels of the Porsche 911 Troutman & Barnes, so it was resprayed into a Porsche shade of red and the iconic wheels were rightfully refitted. (Picture from: CarThrottle)
As quoted of Monochrome-Watches, it was built in 1968 and is known as the Porsche 911 Troutman & Barnes, and it is known as equal parts weird and wonderful at the same time. It was the idea of William J. Dick Jr, co-owner of a Texas-based Porsche distributor. According to him, he had asked the Stuttgart-based automaker repeatedly to build him a 4-seater 911 but they never did. Then he decided to have one to be a Christmas present for his wife, and built by commissioning to Troutman & Barnes, a custom car shop in Culver City, California.
The Porsche 911 Troutman & Barnes was built on an original 911 chassis and components, with the back doors open up backwards (seems to have deliberately adopted a suicide door style). (Picture from: CarThrottle)
So this one-off 911 is not an official product from Porsche but it was built on an original Porsche 911S chassis, and also its parts as much as possible and the result was odd, really. After carefully deciding where to hack it up, 21 extra inches were inserted. Two more doors were installed, the roofline geometry was rearranged, a second row of seats was built by Porsche upon special request, and a walnut wood trim was installed.
The Porsche 911 Troutman & Barnes got carefully hacks it up, 21 extra inches were inserted with 2 more doors were installed, the roofline geometry was rearranged, plus a second row of seats. (Picture from: CarThrottle)
Oddly enough, the back doors open up backwards (seems to have deliberately adopted a suicide door style) in order to keep the original handles without having to alter too much. Power comes from a naturally aspirated 2.0 liter flat 6 producing around 160 horsepower paired with a sportomatic 4-speed select shift automatic transmission. For all those conversions allegedly cost him more than a Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow at the time.
For all those conversions allegedly cost him more than a Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow at the time. . (Picture from: Monochrome-Watches)
After completion the car was green and had the iconic Porsche 'FUCHS' alloy wheels, though the decision was made to replace that set with a more minimalistic set of steel wheels with hubcaps, as these were deemed more fitting on a saloon car. And when it was handed over, it turned out that William J. Dick Jr.'s wife was not hugely fond with the color and the wheels that were installed on the car, so it was resprayed a Porsche shade of red and the iconic wheels were rightfully refitted.
The Porsche 911 Troutman & Barnes's interior covered in a shade of orange-brown genuine leather, and also features a good deal of walnut paneling. (Picture from: CarThrottle)
Turn out, the story of Porsche's 4-seaters doesn't end there, as others have emerged prior to the Cayenne and Panamera. For example, in 1969 the Stuttgart-based manufacturer explored the design of real 4-seater version of 911 through Italian coachbuilder Pininfarina which became known as the Porsche 911 B17 though this never reached into production.
The Porsche 911 Troutman & Barnes is powered by a naturally aspirated 2.0 liter flat 6 producing around 160 horsepower paired with a sportomatic 4-speed select shift automatic transmission. (Picture from: HotCars)
It continued in 1989 the Stuttgart-based automaker built the Porsche 989 Concept, which looks nothing more than another stretched 911 with more room in the back. The development of the Porsche 989 continued in 1991, this time with the involvement of the legendary automotive design studio ItalDesign by developing the Porsche 932 Panamera II Study.
The
Porsche 911 B17 prototype was the real 4-seats sports car built by
the Italian coachbuilder Pininfarina for Porsche in 1969 though this never reached
into production. (Picture from: en.Scuderia)
In essence, this was nothing more than a restyled concept from ItalDesign, which previously was badged as the Seat Proto TL. It was never shown to the public and resides in the archives of Porsche in Stuttgart. Very little images can be found of this four-seater design study. All in all, it would be another two decades before Porsche would build its first four-seater production car, the Cayenne, with the Panamera following a few years later.
Finally in 2019, the Porsche Taycan EV completed the line-up of Porsches with more than two seaters. Thus it seems this quirky, Porsche 911 Troutman & Barnes custom sports sedan of 1968 had successfully started one that was never thought possible before, although its whereabouts are unknown to date (while in the video above it is not stated the location where the car exhibited). Does anyone know where the car is? *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MONOCHROME-WATCHES | CARTHROTTLE | ROADANDTRACK | EN.SCUDERIA | HOTCARS ]
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Let's Get It On! Recently, classic Porsche lovers were shocked by the latest creation of a Californian's Porsche specialist modification house, named Singer Vehicle Design, which introduced its latest project called the Porsche 911 All-terrain Competition Study (ACS). In this modification project, Singer did not build only one of the classic 1990 Porsche 911 (Type 964) but two cars at the same time with the concept of off road racing.
Porsche 911 All-terrain Competition Study (ACS) by Singer Vehicle Design. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/3iAFLqz)
In the process, the American modification house was assisted by Richard Tuthill, a British Porsche 911 rally specialist. In short, the two Porsche 911s were built very seriously to be able to compete and explore off-road tracks.
For the first Parallax White-colored Porsche 911 is built with the concept of high-speed desert rally. While another Corsica Red-colored car was later built for the high-speed tarmac rally car. It could be said that in general, these two Porsche 911 cars are modified to be ready for the off-road competitions, such as the Baja 1000 and the Dakar Rally.
Porsche 911 All-terrain Competition Study (ACS) by Singer Vehicle Design. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/3iAFLqz)
Then the optimal changes are made by elevating the car body, installing a longer travel suspension and strengthening the legs and chassis. Furthermore, the entire bodywork is custom made of carbon fiber with easy access to the legs. Because this car will be used for off-road purposes, so there's a 4-wheel drive system with a permanent AWD system is also attached on the cars.
For their power source, on each of these cars use a 3.6L air-cooled flat-six engine coupled with a twin-turbocharger and a water-to-air intercooler system. As a result, Singer claims that its maximum power can reach 450 hp with a ferocious torque number of 569 Nm.
Porsche 911 All-terrain Competition Study (ACS) by Singer Vehicle Design. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/3iAFLqz)
While the transmission system uses racing specs sequential (5-speed sequential dog-box), with a limited-slip differential (LSD) at the front, center and rear. For the legs, that the rims use forged aluminum with a spec of 16x8 inches which is then wrapped with the special off-road BF Goodrich A/T tires.
Porsche 911 All-terrain Competition Study (ACS) by Singer Vehicle Design. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/3iAFLqz)
And for the car's deceleration system, brakes with 4-piston calipers are used, monoblock disc brakes with hydraulic hand brakes. Because they are made for competition specs, the roll bar and custom seats are made to meet FIA specifications.
Porsche 911 All-terrain Competition Study (ACS) by Singer Vehicle Design. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/3iAFLqz)
Then the car's inside, the interior looks dominated by black, silver, and bright red which is also made very functional because the car owner really wants to use this modified classic Porsche 911 for rally racing. Therefore, the cabin of the car is also made like a real racing car, starting from the three-spoke steering wheel with a few buttons at the bottom of the steering wheel. And there is also a large screen on the passenger side for navigation purposes.
Porsche 911 All-terrain Competition Study (ACS) by Singer Vehicle Design. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/3iAFLqz)
"We built the car inspired by the Rothmans-sponsored Porsche 911 SC/RS and 959 racing legends in the mid-1980s, then combined it with the latest technology and skills from the Singer team," explained Rob Dickinson, the founder and CEO, Singer Group Inc. in its official release.
Richard Tuthill also added, "This collaboration combines off road cars with the latest innovations and technology inspired by the Porsche legend of the 1980s."
Then there is good news for those whose are interested to change the appearance of their beloved Porsche 911 to be like this, that Singer Vehicle Design is allowed to apply the concept to their next clients. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SINGER VEHICLE DESIGN | CARSCOOPS ]
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Nice One Sometimes seeing the fastcar exotic figure does not necessarily make the owner satisfied. They want those cars of their owned look special and different from others. For this reason, they then look for a qualified automotive workshop to realize that desire, even at a large cost.
The Porsche 911 GT3 Targa having more a curvaceous appearance as the niche result of customized by Modena-based coachbuilder company named ARES Design. (Picture from: GridOto)
Among the world's automotive enthusiasts, certainly no stranger to a Modena-based coachbuilder company named ARES Design. From this company, it has been noted that so many exotic car models have been produced, and here are several exotic car models made by the Modenese coachbuilder (had ever discussed and published in Trussty) as follow; the Ares Rolls Royce Wraith in 2015 then the C2 Corvette StingRay, Wami Lalique Spyder in 2018, and the Panther ProgettoUno in 2019.
The changes embedded by ARES Design have been carefully prepared, even covering all sectors of the Porsche 911 GT3 Targa. (Picture from: SriwijayaTV)
And it was recently reported that the Italian coachbuilder has completed to modify the Porsche 911 GT3 Targa to look more classy and exotic. The changes embedded by ARES Design have been carefully prepared, even covering all sectors of the Porsche 911 GT3 Targa. The thing that stands out the most on the exterior is of course the over fenders which are made more stretched by 8 cm at the front and 4 cm at the rear.
In addition to having a curvaceous appearance, the front and rear bumpers have also been redesigned with a more sporty and dynamic model. Well, all the wide body components on the Porsche 911 Targa were specially developed by Modenese Centro Stile.
The Porsche 911 GT3 Targa's interior gets quite a lot more classy and charming materials of the brown-colored genuine leather that covers the steering wheel, seats, dashboard, door trim, and center console coupled with many other exclusive details. (Picture from: SriwijayaTV)
Looking into the interior, this 911 GT3 Targa gets quite a lot which makes the feel even more classy and charming. Call it the use of brown-colored genuine leather material that covers the steering wheel, seats, dashboard, door trim, and center console coupled with exclusive details such as the ARES Design badge pinned on the headrest and steering wheel.
Meanwhile, to add to the elegance, ARES Design also installed matching silver alloy wheels, coupled with silver mirror caps and a silver Targa roof, as the result is subtle aggressiveness with a touch of opulent elegance. Besides that there's also a silver livery on the front bumper and side skirts, while silver trim on the front wheel arches also adds to the stylish look of the car.
The Porsche 911 GT3 Targa is powered by a twin-turbocharged flat-six engine that has received system and sensor re-tuning, plus an upgraded exhaust system. (Picture from: SriwijayaTV)
Not only that, the ARES Design-made Porsche 911 GT3 Targa still keeps other changes under its hood by installing a twin-turbocharged flat-six engine that has received system and sensor re-tuning, plus an upgraded exhaust system. Although relatively simple, the upgrade is able to increase the overall engine power output by 60 horsepower.
Even without the power boost, the Porsche 911 GT3 Targa is fast by sending power to all four wheels via an eight speeds dual-clutch PDK gearbox. The standard 911 GT3 Targa goes from zero to 60 mph in four seconds, while the ARES Design-made ones is even faster ie 3.4 seconds.
We know what it's like to push at a mind-boggling speed, but by owning this ARES Design' 911 GT3 Targa should be a completely different feeling. Unfortunately there's no word on pricing yet, but we're assuming that those all fees aren't for the ordinary people. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SLASHANDGEAR ]
Meanwhile for the drivetrain, the bullet-proof bodied Porsche 911 still uses its original engine, ie a 3.4-liter six-cylinder boxer engine capable of pumping power up to 296 hp and 350 Nm of torque. Unfortunately, this particular project had to end with only one car ever being made as there was no longer any demand from the consumers. This may be due to the high cost of production.😥 *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTOR1 | THE DRIVE | AUTOEVOLUTION | TOTAL 911 | CARBUZZ ]
