The (9)18 F-Type
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The (7)18 F-Type
OK, so it's actually the next Boxster (to be known as a 718). But, it sure has a familiar look. I like that it's midship and available with a stick. But, Porsche's move to make everything 4-cyl Turbo is going to play havoc with their purist base.
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The guys he boxster design have the same conversations as the ones in the 911 shop:
Hey Helmut, got any ideas for design changes for next year yet.
Klaus, haven't thought of anything yet , but toss me a Lowenbrau while I ponder it for a while. Ok, maybe a hump here, a whaletail there and a gash on the side.
Helmut, you know we've really got it good over here. We haven't had to do much of anything in the past 20 years. Look at those fools in the engine and suspension shops. Those idiots are always working their butts off.
Hey Helmut, got any ideas for design changes for next year yet.
Klaus, haven't thought of anything yet , but toss me a Lowenbrau while I ponder it for a while. Ok, maybe a hump here, a whaletail there and a gash on the side.
Helmut, you know we've really got it good over here. We haven't had to do much of anything in the past 20 years. Look at those fools in the engine and suspension shops. Those idiots are always working their butts off.
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If this thing has 300+ hp as 4 bangers do nowadays have and maybe saves 200lbs over the six and it is already 400lbs+ lighter than the lightest F Type then this thing will continue to drive circles around everything on the road ... as Porsche usually does ... better Performance with less horsepower ...
Not my car but not bashing a Porsche product sitting in a 4,000lbs porker ...
Not my car but not bashing a Porsche product sitting in a 4,000lbs porker ...
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If this thing has 300+ hp as 4 bangers do nowadays have and maybe saves 200lbs over the six and it is already 400lbs+ lighter than the lightest F Type then this thing will continue to drive circles around everything on the road ... as Porsche usually does ... better Performance with less horsepower ...
Not my car but not bashing a Porsche product sitting in a 4,000lbs porker ...
Not my car but not bashing a Porsche product sitting in a 4,000lbs porker ...
I'd pay a premium price for a 340HP F-Type weighing 400 lbs less than the current base with a performance enhanced suspension.
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I think there are alot of reasons. First it's a fad that is having its day in the sun. Plus the overall costs of cars has increased so much for many makers that the relative delta between the regular market and the luxury market has narrowed. Third low costs to finance and lease have made "status" marques seem more in reach. Hence more people buy them. I wonder however how long they keep them.
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I think there are alot of reasons. First it's a fad that is having its day in the sun. Plus the overall costs of cars has increased so much for many makers that the relative delta between the regular market and the luxury market has narrowed. Third low costs to finance and lease have made "status" marques seem more in reach. Hence more people buy them. I wonder however how long they keep them.
There is a reason so many people buy them.
They are excellent. Driving dynamics and build quality really second to none!
As with much of the German luxury market, leasing is the primary choice. They keep vehicles from 24-36 months depending on needs and deal structure.
They just dont turn heads like F Types though! By look or by sound.
EDIT: Forgot to mention regarding the new flat 4 motors: They are calling it the 718 because the original 1957 718 also had a flat four.
Porsche has been doing flat 4's for a long time and this is far from their first attempt!
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