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  1. fire_n_ice

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    #2 2k7997tt, Nov 1, 2012
    I like it. It passes the eye test.

    IMO, it has the wow factor that the MP4-12C lacks.
     
  3. fire_n_ice

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    #3 fire_n_ice, Nov 1, 2012
    And the carbon chassis that the 458 lacks. Could be a winner.
     
  4. Noblesse Oblige

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    #4 Noblesse Oblige, Nov 1, 2012
    It is odd how much it resembles the McLaren, but better executed overall.
     
  5. arhimede

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    #5 arhimede, Nov 1, 2012
    what? the photoshop? its a 918 spyder body with a 911 roof. Its made in 5 minutes....
     
  6. 458dreamer

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    #6 458dreamer, Nov 1, 2012
    So ferrari and mclaren must be worried? Or they should be?
    Mclaren was trying to beat ferrari and may have in the upcoming years delivered a serious blow to ferrari sales, but porsche may end up beating them both in this segment. But is 250K sterling price competitive? I thought the Italia was around 200k.
     
  7. Afonsolaw

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    #7 Afonsolaw, Nov 1, 2012
    Yea but it lacks the prancing horse badge ;)
     
  8. Noblesse Oblige

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    #8 Noblesse Oblige, Nov 1, 2012
    It does look like it was PSed.
     
  9. fire_n_ice

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    #9 fire_n_ice, Nov 1, 2012
    Only a naive company would not be worried about Porsche entering their market space.
     
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    I believe thats a PS....been out since May.....Here are a couple more.

    Below is a statement from Porsche CEO.....based on price and competition it better be a hell of a car!


    Porsche's CEO Matthias Müller has finally confirmed that a new mid-engine supercar is on the way. Having been a long time rumor, this new model has been in talks of being called the 961. Power is thought to come from the 918's new V8 but turbocharged producing 600bhp. In combination with lightweight carbon and aluminum body and structure, it could give the car a 0-60mph time around 3 seconds and top speed of 220mph. The new coupe will fall between the GT2 and 918 Spyder. It will be direct competition to the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta and Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4. Pricing is thought to be around €300,000 ($392,126 US) and €400,000 ($522,835 US).It is believed to reach the market in 2014.
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  11. bcc

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    #11 bcc, Nov 1, 2012
    So this fits in between the range-topping 918 and top of the line 911 Turbo S (or whatever top 911 model will be)???
     
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    #12 fire_n_ice, Nov 1, 2012

    I assume yes although I have always been under the impression it will be a direct rival to 458, 12C, Gallardo, etc. NOT against Aventador or F12. even tho I am sure it will be faster than either around a racetrack!
     
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    #13 Red Head Seeker, Nov 1, 2012
    Hello "All"; I'm terrible with computers, can someone PLEASE post a side by side picture comparision of the 961 Porsche & the Audi R8. "I" see allot of similiarites...THANKS!!..Mark
     
  14. Canine64

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    #14 Canine64, Nov 1, 2012
    And maybe the new Cayman as well.......Yikes!!!
     
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    #15 photonut, Nov 1, 2012
    me like.
     
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    #17 Red Head Seeker, Nov 1, 2012
    Hello Brandon & THANKS!!!...Have to agree, the 961 looks MUCH BETTER!!....the side by side for myself REALLY HELPS!!...I would like to see the tops of the front fenders vented like the Slantnose.....Mark
     
  18. PSk

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    #18 PSk, Nov 1, 2012
    Hmmm ... I reckon same chassis as R8, as CEO Matthias Müller did not say carbon chassis. Heck maybe even same engine with a Porsche logo. After all they are incestuous that lot.
    Pete
     
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    #19 Red Head Seeker, Nov 1, 2012
    Hello Pete; Interesting thoughts. If the wheel base dimensions as well as engine casting are identical, then you will have been proven correct.....the plot thickens.....Mark
     

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