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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 05, 2022

The New Porsche X RIMOWA Suitcase Celebrates 911 Heritage...

Two brands renowned for German engineering celebrate their heritage together. Rimowa is a brand that creates luggage known for its legendary durability and appeal within the ultra-luxe community, with the colors and styles of its luggage offerings marrying form and function perfectly to make it one of the most desirable luggage brands on the market. When it comes to cars, Porsche has a similar story. Its beautiful, dynamic, and fast cars have been the object of people’s desires all around the world. MUST READ: TAG Heuer Celebrates The New Carrera Porsche Edition With Patrick Dempsey The two brands have come together to celebrate their heritage in the most serendipitous way possible, by creating a collaborative suitcase that is designed to fit perfectly in the trunks of water-cooled Porsche 911s, and the back seats of air-cooled Porsche 911s. Inspired by the very first Porsche 911, the RIMOWA x Porsche Hand-Carry Case Pepita evokes the golden age of travel and the glory of the early days of the Porsche 911 with its lack of wheels or a telescopic handle. The suitcase also features a gold-plated Porsche emblem, and only 911 of them will be made, making it a poignant statement of 911 and Rimowa heritage, luxury, and exclusivity. It launches on the Porsche Online Store April 21, 2022. Shop RIMOWA Source: Porsche

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 01, 2022

Porsche Design Release The $1,800 Limited-Edition P'8950 ...

The perfect performance sunglasses to complement any Porsche 911. While Porsche keeps the automotive industry packed with performance-focused chassis, its Porsche Design lifestyle division applies the same vision to the fashion runway with luxury apparel and accessory collections. Porsche Design is proud to continue its 50th anniversary with a new addition to its eyewear line. The all-new P’8950 50Y Iconic 3D sunglasses feature a modern case design manufactured from lightweight titanium using an intricate 3D printing process. MUST-READ: Makes & Movements: Porsche Design Chronograph 1-1972 Edition x 911 Porsche Design 50th Anniversary Edition The futuristic bi-color frame includes a modern one-piece black mirror lens that displays a floating effect. The 50Y special-edition frames are limited to 911 units worldwide and are supplied in a high-quality 50Y Porsche Design wooden gift box with 50Y glasses cloth. The all-new Porsche Design P’8950 50Y Iconic 3D sunglasses are currently available for $1,800 by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more upcoming luxury gear news and releases. Shop Now Source: Porsche Design

By Tyler Rampersaud – March 31, 2022

Porsche and holoride Bring VR Gaming To Backseat Entertai...

It seems the days of peering into minuscule ceiling-mounted DVD player screens are long gone. Backseat entertainment is one of the most important challenges to overcome when taking a family on a long drive. From figuring out the audio situation to trying to get the best seat in the car so as to not crane your neck trying to squint at a ceiling-mounted screen, satisfying and comfortable backseat entertainment has been a tall order. However, holoride and Porsche are introducing something at the Porsche Experience Center in Los Angeles that may completely change the way things work. MUST READ: What are the best luxury cars you can buy? FIND OUT Using virtual reality, holoride and Porsche plan to blend the motion of the car and the backseat entertainment experience into one. Backseat passengers of a Porsche Cayenne are given VR headsets, which they use to play a new, original game called Cosmic Chase, in which the car turns into a spaceship, and passengers fight off an alien. The seamless integration of the experience comes in the fact that the VR experience matches the movement of the car, which not only makes the experience more engaging but also drastically reduces any risk of motion sickness by synchronizing what is seen with what is being felt. Currently, the experience is available at Porsche Experience Center in Los Angeles, but as the technology continues to develop, Porsche and holoride plan to roll this out to other Porsche Experience Centers and eventually worldwide. Source: Porsche

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By Tyler Rampersaud – March 29, 2022

Porsche 911 991 GT3 vs. 992 GT3: Which One Is Better?

The newest Porsche 911 GT3 does a whole lot more than just look different than its older counterpart. It goes without saying that the new Porsche 911 GT3 looks much different than its predecessor, at least in terms of Porsche 911s, but there’s much more that’s different than just the looks between these two cars. When you’re discussing the Porsche 911 992 GT3 vs. 991 GT3, you’re talking about two incredible performance cars that represent the absolute pinnacle of what Porsche is capable of. While the Porsche 991 GT3 was and is an incredibly performing car, Porsche took every opportunity it could to make improvements and optimize the 2022 Porsche 911 GT3. Here, we’ve broken down the differences between the two cars to show just how much the Porsche 922 GT3 has changed. Image Source: Porsche Engine When comparing the 992 vs. 991 GT3, it’s important to note that the 992 GT3 engine boasts an increase of 9 horsepower compared to its 991 counterpart. The 493 horsepower that the 991 GT3 produced is an incredibly impressive figure, but the 992 GT3 squeezes all the power that it possibly can out of the engine, producing a massive 502 horsepower. Both cars are powered by a 4.0-liter, naturally aspirated flat-6 engine, however, the new 911 GT3 engine is related more closely to the 911 GT3 Cup. One interesting change is that the new 911 GT3 lacks access to the engine bay. When you pull the lever to release what you think is the engine access, all you get is access to add fluids. This is because the engine has been situated so low and deep within the car that even with engine bay access, you would not be able to reach anything. To some, this might be a disadvantage of the new 911 GT3. Image Source: Porsche Wheels, Tires, and Brakes While the body shapes of the 991 and 992 Porsche 911 GT3 may look similar, one of the important distinctions to make between the two is the fact that the 992 GT3 has a much wider body. This change allowed Porsche to make some important improvements to the wheels, tires, and brakes for better track performance. To start, the 992 GT3 is the first to feature staggered wheel sizes. You will notice that while the front wheels of the car are 20 inches, the rear wheels are 21 inches, which means greater road contact for the rear wheels, which are the drive wheels, and improved acceleration. The tires play an even more important role, as the wider body meant that Porsche could fit Michelin PilotSport Cup 2 R tires on the new GT3, which are motorsport tires on a road-legal car. Having these larger wheels and tires opens the door for larger brakes, as well. The new GT3 gets incredible 16-inch brake discs in the front, with 6 pistons, while the back gets 15-inch discs with 4 pistons. Because of the 992 GT3’s wider body compared to the 991, the 991 was, unfortunately, unable to get any of these bonuses. Image Source: Porsche Suspension The suspension also provides advantages for the 992 GT3 that enable it to be faster, as the suspension in the 992 GT3 features, for the first time, a double-wishbone setup at the front, multi-link rear axle, and adjustability for racing. The rear-wheel steering for stability at high speeds and tighter cornering at lower speeds is continued from the 991 and improved upon, by using a suspension adapted for the road for the 992 GT3 from the 911 RSR and 911 GT3 Cup cars, resulting in a car that easily dominates the track and the road. Image Source: Porsche Interior With a new 911 comes a new interior, and it signifies one of the biggest changes that occurred between the 991 GT3 and the 992 GT3. Unlike the 991 GT3, the 992 GT3 debuted with both a manual transmission and a PDK transmission available. Until the 991.2, only the PDK was available for the 991 GT3. However, if you do get the PDK transmission in the 992, you won’t miss out on the sporty feel of the manual, as the gear lever is adapted from the manual and has the same exact look and feel, except for the fact that it, of course, controls an automatic transmission. An interesting feature of the 992 GT3 is that it introduces a “Track Screen” to the instrument panel. When the Track driving mode is selected, extraneous information on the instrument panel screens literally disappears, and what you’re left with is only information that is necessary for racing, like temperatures, the tachometer, and the speedometer. While both cars have incredible interiors, the performance dedication goes the extra mile in the 992, with thinner carpet in the back compartment, and more modern equipment courtesy of a more modern 911. Image Source: Porsche Performance What all these improvements, and more culminate in, is a faster, and in many ways, better Porsche 911 GT3 between the 991 and 992 generations. The aggressive aero kit on the 911 GT3 introduced the largest diffuser yet on the 911 GT3 and optimized airflow throughout the car. One easy detail to notice about the new GT3 is the unusual rear spoiler on the car. Porsche calls this the “Swan Neck Wing," and by mounting the spoiler from the top rather than the bottom, the surface area on the bottom of the spoiler can be maximized, helping generate more downforce. As a matter of fact, compared to its predecessor, the Porsche 911 GT3 is able to achieve as much as 150% more downforce, which translates to better handling, wherever you drive the GT3. The spoiler is adjustable and allows the driver to tune it for road or track use. However, the potential disadvantages of the aero kit are also something that Porsche has considered. Available for the new Porsche 911 GT3 is a front axle lift system that lifts the car when it needs to clear steep driveways or other bumps, which is also linked to the GPS system so that the car remembers to do it when it comes to a familiar obstacle. Porsche has gone to the ends of the earth for weight savings on the new GT3, from a carbon-fiber roof and hood to lightweight glass. Because of this, despite being a larger and more powerful car, the new 992 Porsche 911 GT3 manages to weigh a similar amount to the 991 GT3 while being a larger, more powerful car. The on-track performance is where this all truly shines, as just when Porsche fans thought it couldn’t get any better than it was, the 991 GT3 was eclipsed by the 992 GT3 in the name of 17 seconds on the Nürburgring, an incredible amount, especially considering the fact that it is a new generation of an existing car compared to its predecessor. And not only did it do that, but it also eclipsed 7 minutes. The Porsche 991 GT3 and the Porsche 992 GT3 are both incredible cars, but the new generation shows remarkable improvement. 992 Porsche 911 GT3 Specs Horsepower: 502 hp Torque: 346 lb-ft 0-60 mph: 3.2 s 1/4 mile: 10.9 @ 129 mph Weight: 3,126 lbs Nürburgring Lap Time: 6:59.9 991 Porsche 911 GT3 Specs Horsepower: 493 hp Torque: 339 lb/ft 0-60 mph: 3.8 s 1/4 mile: 11.7 @ 126 mph Weight: 3,115 lbs Nürburgring Lap Time: 7:12.7 All 911 GT3s For Sale Source: Porsche

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 25, 2022

Leh Keen's New 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 In Paint-to-Sample Go...

The new GT3 with a stunning custom gold finish. While the Porsche brand prides itself on offering an extensive fleet of performance sports cars, they also feature a creative configuration process that showcases an extensive paint-to-sample color palette. With dozens of individual options to choose from, the range of possible combinations means seeing a pair of identical 911s is particularly rare. No stranger to Porsche, American race car driver Leh Keen expresses his love for the German automotive manufacturer with the creation of his vintage Safari 911 models. The design specialist at Porsche is proud to work closely with Leh Keen on his all-new 2022 Porsche 911 GT3. The one-of-a-kind spec presents the new 992 generation in PTS Gold Bronze Metallic that took over 2-days to complete. MUST-READ: The Best Paint to Sample Porsche 911’s You Can Buy Today After showing up for delivery day, Leh Keen remembers the experiences stating “At the dealership when they pulled the cover off of it, I was kind of stunned over how beautiful it was.” With Paint to Sample, more than 100 additional pre-approved colors beyond the standard offering are available from the factory on a new 911 or 718. The Taycan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Macan have more than 50 additional choices available. Needless to say, the pictures from the photoshoot show how much Leh is enjoying his magnificent Porsche 911 GT3. View all of the current 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 examples for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more luxury gear releases and celebrity car news. View All 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 For Sale Source: Porsche

By Gabriel Vega – March 24, 2022

Porsche 911 Turbo S vs. Taycan Turbo On Track

Heavy hitters face-off at the Porsche Experience Center. Porsche wants to get people driving. Whether you’re a returning customer or just an automotive enthusiast, the German carmaker now has more ways than ever to get you behind the wheel. Previously, this required dropping a large sum of cash for one of the brand’s seemingly infinite flavors of 911. Now there’s an opportunity to drive a Porsche without buying a car at all. The kind folks at Porsche recently invited me to their Los Angeles Porsche Experience Center to try out one of their various programs. It pits the latest 911 Turbo S against the Taycan Turbo across multiple exercises and even a high-speed road course. With expert instructors, some of which are actual racing drivers, guiding the way, I had a whole afternoon of putting my skills to the test while learning some new tricks along the way. Taycan Turbo Once it was time to begin my drive, my instructor waited at a predetermined staging area where he asked me various questions about my driving history and skill level. After a quick chat about how comfortable I felt driving quickly, we made our way out to one of the dozens of Taycan Turbo’s parked at charging stations near the track. Before beginning the drive, we went over proper seating positions and how to get comfortable in the car. The first stage was a small autocross course where I was able to test out the Taycan Turbo’s launch control and low-speed cornering abilities. As I ran the course multiple times, my instructor allowed me to pick up the pace progressively. This exercise emphasizes nailing the braking zone without triggering ABS, keeping the car perfectly under control. Next up, we made our way to the skidpad, my favorite. I had never drifted a Taycan Turbo before, and the wet surface made it quite simple. My instructor slid the car multiple times to show me the amount of throttle and steering input needed to catch and maintain a smooth slide. Once it was my turn to get in the hot seat, I had to forget a lot of what I knew about sliding a car. The Taycan behaves so differently with power going instantly to all wheels that it needs little steering input. The entire slide is controlled with your right foot. While I never managed to match my instructor’s silky smooth slides, I made decent progress before heading on to the next exercise. Up until this point, many of the exercises had been about handling and car control, which could come in handy in the real world but are used mainly on a track. However, the following exercise had a direct real-world application. It simulates a hydroplaning incident with a slick surface covered in running water. However, a large metal plate on the floor swings the rear wheels left or right without warning to unsettle the car, sending the Taycan Turbo and its 5,100-lb curb weight sideways through the course. The goal was simple: catch the slide and keep the vehicle going straight. During my first run in the Taycan Turbo, my instructor kept traction and stability control, making it easier to catch the slide. With an entry speed of around 20 mph, the exercise simulates a loss of control at 70 mph. However, thanks to some quick hand movement, I could catch the slide repeatedly. With stability control off and a higher entry speed, I managed to do a complete 360-degree spin in the large EV. Once I had finished spinning in circles, my instructor suggested we hit the high-speed circuit. I sat in the passenger seat the first time around as my instructor coached me through the various corners citing proper entry speed and braking points. Up until this point, I had driven both the normal Taycan and the Taycan Cross Turismo a bunch on public roads, but never on a track. After a quick lesson, I got back in the driver’s seat with my instructor guiding me while riding shotgun. Like with the autocross course, each lap saw us picking up the pace progressively until I felt we got moving. One of the best parts of the program was how well it adapted to your driving level, only giving you enough pace to push yourself without getting dangerous. 911 Turbo S After many hot laps in the Taycan Turbo, it was time to switch back to internal combustion with the 911 Turbo S. I had very high hopes for this car, especially after driving it in Techart GT Street R form a few months ago. Like with the Taycan Turbo, we ran through multiple exercises, the first of which was the hydroplaning course. Like the Taycan Turbo, the 911 Turbo S sends power to all four wheels. However, its weight distribution and center of gravity are different, with the 911 having the weight of its engine behind the rear axle. I thought this would make it more difficult to control on the slick surface, but I couldn’t be more wrong. Even with stability control completely disengaged, the Turbo S was easy to correct from a slide, even at higher speeds. Unlike the Taycan, I never managed to lose the Turbo S’ tail fully. While we skipped the skidpad, we went straight into the high-speed circuit. However, this time my instructor wasn’t with me in the car. Instead, he jumped into the Taycan Turbo to do some hot laps in a lead/follow configuration. As with everything else we worked on, our overall speed increased progressively. However, since I had learned the course by this point, we could increase the pace quite quickly. Jumping from a Taycan Turbo to a 911 Turbo S reveals just how much I missed the sound of an engine behind me. While we weren’t going drastically faster, the 911’s induction and turbo noise really made the experience. However, I was simultaneously impressed with the Taycan Turbo ahead of me. Regardless of how hard I pushed, my instructor and the large EV kept getting away from me. However, after many hot laps and a cool-down run around the track, it was time to hand over the keys and end the day. Pricing My entire time at the Porsche Experience center lasted around two hours, with one and a half of those spent driving on track and through the various exercises. The base price for that experience was $855, excluding taxes. However, plenty of other experiences are available, such as 911 Turbo vs. 911 GT3 for $1,175 or 911 GT3 vs. Cayman GT4 for $1,250. Final Thoughts One of the things I loved most about this program was how open it is to everyone, regardless of skill level. It takes very high-performance vehicles and exposes you to them in a safe and controlled environment where you can test their full capabilities with professional instruction. Additionally, the experience center offers much more than just these drives. If you buy a brand-new Porsche, regardless of price, you can take delivery of it at the center and drive an equivalent car on the track. This way, you get to learn the limitations of your car before ever hitting the road. While I wished I had more time with the cars, I felt like I got tremendous value out of the experience. You get to drive the vehicles with a professional instructor, and you also get multiple courses designed to test your driving skills, all bundled into one afternoon. If it were my money, I’d do it again in a heartbeat. All 911 Turbo S For Sale All Taycan Turbos For Sale

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 23, 2022

Experience Porsche in the Virtual Porsche Golf Circle Clu...

Porsche enlists help from one of the best professional golfers in the world. As a sponsor and dedicated fan of golf, Porsche surrounds itself with professional athletes to help blend the two luxury worlds together. Being a brand ambassador and seasoned professional on the PGA Tour, Paul Casey is proud to take on a new golf-inspired collaboration with the supercar specialists at Porsche. The dynamic duo is proud to announce the launch of the Porsche x Paul Casey Digital Event featuring an exclusive livestream from the Porsche Golf Circle Clubhouse. Making his first appearance as an official member of the Porsche Golf Circle, Paul Casey will talk about his life as a professional sportsman and a Porsche lover, give tips for the golf course, and share his thoughts on topics of interest to the community. There is also the chance to win VIP tickets for the Porsche European Open in a Community game. MUST-READ: Why to Buy the 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 The main focus at the Porsche Golf Circle Clubhouse is the all-electric Taycan Cross Turismo, the German automotive manufacturer’s intro into the EV market and the perfect choice when deciding which car to take to the golf course. Participants additionally have the chance to get to know the Taycan Cross Turismo exclusively as a part of a Tech Talk with Product Trainer & Instructor Lars Berg. Along with key information on Porsche and the wonderful sport of golf, the event also presents a livestream with TAG Heuer discussing the potential for a new Connected Watch Golf Edition. The all-new Porsche Golf Circle Clubhouse virtual experience with Paul Casey opens on Tuesday, March 29th at 5:30 pm (CET). Registration for the upcoming digital event is currently available through the Porsche Website. View all of the current Porsche Taycan models for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more upcoming gear releases and supercar news. View All Porsche Taycan For Sale Source: Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – March 21, 2022

Sean Wotherspoon's Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo Was A ...

Sean Wotherspoon’s avant-garde Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo was right at home at SXSW. Porsche’s Unseen exhibition at SXSW gave Porsche fans and SXSW attendees a deep look at Porsche’s design processes, at the concepts that informed today’s and tomorrow’s Porsches, and at the inspirations and motivations behind Porsche design. The exhibition also served as a space in which inspiration, creative thinking, and creative dialogue could blossom, and with artist Sean Wotherspoon there, that’s exactly what happened. MUST READ: Daniel Arsham x Stone Island Showcase A Porsche 911 Turbo 930 & Unimog 404 For Its Upcoming Collaboration Release Sean Wotherspoon, an artist known for streetwear collaborations and presence in the streetwear world, came together with Porsche to create a one-off Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, a car finished with large splashes of bright color throughout. The car was a fixture at the Porsche Unseen exhibition, and it fit right in with its bold artistry and creative, forward-thinking philosophy. As an electric wagon with amazing practicality, performance, and optimism for an environmentally friendly future, the Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo and its artistic livery are a perfect match. With SXSW's 2022 festival now over, we hope to see the inspiration that Porsche and Sean Wotherspoon gained result in more collaborations and more incredible artistic endeavors from Porsche. Just like Porsche, whether it be shoes or cars, Sean Wotherspoon does things in a way that’s hard not to love. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Porsche (@porsche) Source: Instagram/Porsche

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 21, 2022

Porsche Unveils 911 Classic Club Coupe for the Porsche Cl...

The 996 generation 911 gets a restoration overhaul from Porsche. The classic styling of the Porsche 911 will forever live on as one of the most iconic sports cars in the automotive world, with a timeline of generations that embody their own characteristics and performance attributes. Although the German sports car manufacturer always looks to push the boundaries of modern design, technology, and performance, it also showcases its past with reimagined examples based on models from previous generations. Porsche is proud to highlight its creative talents with the new one-of-a-kind 911 Classic Club Coupe for the Porsche Club of America. The idea to transform an everyday 996 Porsche 911 Carrera into a rolling time capsule began at the hands of the Porsche Club of America and Head of Individualization and Classic at Porsche Alexander Fabig. The base vehicle is a neglected black 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera that was in poor condition after spending most of its life at a dealership in Columbia, Virginia, where PCA executive director Vu Nguyen found it. After its full nut and bolt restoration, the Porsche 911 Classic Club Coupe now presents itself in a Sport Grey Metallic finish. The exterior also features twin race strips painstakingly painted in blue and light sport grey. The all-grey paint scheme is inspired by the Sport Grey Metallic finish of the 911 Sport Classic (Type 997). The Porsche 911 Classic Club Coupe highlights updated exterior components from other 911 generations, like the rear fixed ducktail spoiler from the 1972 911 RS 2.7 or 18-inch forged wheels that replicate the legendary Fuchs rims. The 911 has also been upgraded to a second-generation 911 GT3 including the 3.6-liter engine that generates 375-horsepower. The chassis and brakes also come from the GT3 of that generation. The sport-focused theme exterior makes its way into the interior, highlighting Porsche’s modern take on its classic Pepita houndstooth woven leather design. The interior layout features a set of sport-style seats that include embroidered ‘911 Classic Club Coupe’ blue logos in the headrest, which complement the matching door cards and trim accents. Along with a newly remodeled interior, the configuration features updated period-correct technology and amenity options that help keep the 996 up to date. Completing the bespoke build and commemorating the group efforts achieved by the passionate team at Porsche, the all-new Porsche 911 Classic Club Coupe includes a “911 Classic Club Coupe No. 001/001” dashboard badge. The new restoration from Porsche hopefully opens the door to upcoming special projects and builds. View all of the current Porsche 996 911 models for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more upcoming luxury gear releases and supercar news. View All Porsche 911s For Sale Source: Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – March 18, 2022

Porsche Sets A New Goal For An 80% All-Electric Lineup By...

Porsche’s ambitious new goals include public trading and a comprehensive all-electric lineup. With over 300,000 vehicles delivered in 2021, Porsche had a year full of success and validation in the direction in which the brand is currently going. Its recent success has even gotten Porsche to consider trading publicly, allowing public investment to fuel quicker and larger developments. One of the most important highlights to come out of that announcement was the fact that sales of the Taycan more than doubled, soaring to 41,296 global deliveries. Despite the 911 setting a new record high for sales in 2021, the Taycan still managed to outperform it, which leaves no doubt in Porsche’s mind that the enthusiasm for electric cars is very real. MUST READ: Sean Wotherspoon x Porsche Unveil The Taycan 4S Cross Turismo Art Car As a matter of fact, 40% of Porsche’s deliveries in Europe were of vehicles that had some sort of electric component, like hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and electric vehicles, and Porsche has been developing an all-electric version of the Porsche Macan SUV, set to launch in 2023. Porsche has also announced that, by “the middle of the decade,” an all-electric version of the Porsche 718 Boxster and Porsche 718 Cayman sports cars will be released. Looking even further, Porsche has announced that by 2030, 80% or more of new Porsches should be all-electric. To help this goal along, Porsche is working on creating its own charging infrastructure, as well as battery systems, which are being developed in collaboration with Cellforce Group. Porsche’s current performance might be phenomenal itself, but its goals for the future are even more so. All Porsches For Sale Source: Porsche

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