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Porsche 986 Boxster is 2/3 Porsche 911 for less than half the price

Aside from a few issues with the M96 engines, which should be taken care of by now, the original Boxster is a blast

Porsche 944 is, often, referred to as the "German Miata" for its impeccable balance

What the 944 lacks in power, it makes up with lightness and 50:50 weight distribution thanks to a rear-mounted, manual transmission

The 944 Turbo is expensive as those are already eyed by collectors

The US-spec Porsche 944 is down on power compared to EU models due to smog regulations, resulting in just 143 horsepower for the base model

Porsche 987 Cayman improves upon the 986, but it will cost a bit more

The 987's 9X7 platform is an evolution of the 9x6 modular platform, underpinning the Porsche 996 and 986

More reliable M97 engines are introduced on the Porsche 987

The 987 can also be had as a Boxster if you want open-top thrills

Manual examples of the 987 are preferable since 987.1 models still have the 5-speed Mercedes automatic

Surprisingly, you can still get a Porsche 928 for relatively cheap

Porsche's more luxurious take on the sports car was produced for 18 years

Even base models came with a V-8, but manual-equipped cars are a rarity

The cheapest Porsche was meant to be a VW. These are dirt-cheap

Only the rare 924 Carrera, Turbo, and even rarer 924 Turbo Targa can be considered true collectibles

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Despite its high cost and impracticality, the Porsche 911 GT3 is a dream car for many enthusiasts

The latest GT3 boasts a powerful naturally aspirated, 4.0-liter engine with 510 horsepower that can reach a top speed of 190 mph

The aggressive design with a massive wing prioritizes downforce for superior track performance

However, the stiff suspension makes for a rough ride on public roads

Buying a GT3 comes at a price, averaging over $260,000 on the used market, which is nearly $100,000 more than the original MSRP

Touring models command a premium over a standard GT3

Even basic consumables like tires are expensive, with a set of Michelins costing over $1,600.

Maintenance costs are high due to the exclusivity of Porsche parts, service and insurance are also high, given exclusivity

As a daily driver, the more feature-packed 992.1 Turbo S, also priced similarly makes more sense

While not practical, the 992.1 GT3 remains an exhilarating track toy for those who prioritize raw driving experience

The Porsche Carrera GT doesn't need any introduction as it's gained its popularity for a few reasons

Including its highly symphonic V10 and unfortunately, a handful of deadly high-profile crashes

However, that doesn't mean it cemented the reputation of the Carrera GT

It's a highly sought after supercar that's worth millions of dollars today

It has been over 20 years since the Carrera GT hit the roads, but Porsche and Michelin collaborated to build a new set of tires for the CGT

These tires have modern rubber compounds that brings added grip in both wet and dry surfaces

With the new tires, the CGT's braking performance has significantly increased

It has a shortened braking distance than before by 8 feet

So, why Porsche is getting busy with the Carrera GT even after two decades after its discontinuation?

This could be because the older tires from 2013 aren't that great compared to modern standards

In a way, Porsche can improve the handling of the Carrera GT

This is maybe because of Porsche's way of getting in touch with these owners before its new hypercar, the Mission X debuts

Porsche also filed for a recall of all the Carrera GTs in the U.S. for a suspension failure issue

This was later confirmed that Porsche is offering a new set of tires completely for free

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German Tuner MANHART's kit takes one of the most collectible 911s and turns it to the max

The 991 GT2 RS was produced in 1,000 copies, making it desirable by Porsche collectors

Its MDH.NA engine is based on the Turbo S mill and makes 690 hp and 553 lb-ft from factory

At 3,241 pounds, the GT2 RS is one of hte lightest 911s. The Weisach package sheds another 66 pounds

MANHART applies tasteful mods to both the bodywork and the powertrain

The result is a mind-boggling 945 hp and 774 pound-feet of torque compared to the 690 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque from the standard car

The GT2 RS' 7-speed PDK has also been beefed up to handle more power

MANHART's visual treatment includes new, carbon-fiber aero kit

The new front apron is even more aggressive, thanks to new air intake vents and a new spoiler with side-extensions

Certain bits, like the front hood, were deemed aggressive enough and left unchanged

The stock rear wing gets TR 900 decals on the side

The carbon-fiber and Alcantara-dominated interior has also been left unchanged

Swipe up to learn more about MANHART's treatment for the most radical Porsche 991

The Panamera 4 E-Hybrid is based on the Panamera 4, but with electrical components to support the hybrid system

So, under the hood, you get the same 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 but is detuned. Coupled to the V6 is an e-motor and together the powertrain pushes out 463 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque

Porsche estimates the new Panamera 4 E-Hybrid to clock 60 mph in 3.9 seconds, and it can reach up to 174 mph flat out

If you want to drive around in EV mode, you can reach speeds up to 87 mph without the combustion engine!

Powering the e-motor is a bigger 25.9 kWh battery pack which sits near the rear axle

The increase in battery capacity results in better all-electric range, which Porsche estimates it to be around 56 miles

While the MPGe numbers aren't available on EPA's website, I expect the new Panamera 4 E-Hybrid to return between 58 to 60 MPGe combined

The base Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid sports all the luxury features, including a leather interior, heated front seats and heated steering wheel

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Porsche commemorates 50 years of the original Turbo is by offering a limited-production model with a special appearance package

However, one Reddit user decided to spec a regular Turbo S as close as possible to a Turbo S 50 Years

It turns out you can save around $30,000 by NOT going for the special version

The Turbo S 50 Years is, essentially, an appearance package

Additional badging with golden accents is exclusive to the 50th annviersary edition

The appearance of the 50 Years model features a unique "Turbo 50" badge on the rear decklid

You can spec the interior in a classic theme, featuring Tartan and dark-grey inserts, instead of gloss-black

The Turbo S 50 Years has exclusive wheel finish in silver and satin, which the regular car doesn't have

Essentially, the Turbo S 50 Years is just an appearance package

Mechanically, the Turbo S 50 Years features the same 640-horsepower flat-six engine

This is the Turbo S 50 Years, spec'd without the optional decals

When configured similarly, the regualr Turbo S and the 50 Years have a price difference of over $27,000

Spec'd to look as close as possible to the 50 Years edition, the 992 Turbo S will set you back $269,785

While the 50 Years package, equipped with a few options encrouches on the $300,000 mark

For argument's sake, I played around with Porsche's configurator and got different results

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The first Panamera arrived in 2009 and it brought 911-like dynamics to a four-door practical sedan

The cabin of the first Panamera featured a few pieces from the 997 911, including the steering wheel. Despite the many plastic buttons on the center console, the cabin, even today, feels upmarket

The original Panamera featured 2+2 seating layout, which is still the norm today. These leather upholstered seats were power-adjustable

The second generation Panamera succeeded the first in 2016. This generation Panamera brought updated looks, revamped interior, and more potent pure ICE and hybrid models

Compared to the first-gen Panamera, the second-gen model gets more technology such as a larger infotainment screen and the driver gets two displays and a center analog tachometer

Interior quality takes a step ahead and the seats are comfier than ever. Up to 18-way power-adjustable seats, heating, ventilation, and massage functions are all available

The latest Panamera is in its third generation launched in 2023. It's not only aggressive looking, packing more luxury features as standard

There are two displays on the dash: a 12.6-inch for the driver and a 10.9-inch infotainment. You can also opt for a third display on the passenger side

Standard seats features 14-way adjustability, and standard equipment includes heating for the seats and a panoramic sunroof

With improvements in quality and the addition of more on-board tech, the sporty 2+2 Panamera has evolved considerably across three generations

If you've ever wondered, which were some of the most noteworthy Porsche's to be destroyed on the silver screen, we've got you covered, with five examples

In Risky Business (1983), starring Tom Cruise, they destroyed a Porsche 928

This is allegedly the car that Tom Cruise learned to drive stick in

The 4.5-liter V-8 in this 928 made just 219 horsepower since US models were strangled by regulations

Porsche 928s equipped with a manual transmisison account for only 10 to 15 percent of all 928s produced

The "Risky Business" Porsche 928 was finished in Platinum Metallic. A few cars were used - some survived

The movie Torque (2004) was a playful joke from motorcycle riders to car drivers. A Speed Yellow Porsche 993 was caught in the middle

The air-cooled Porsche was squashed by a Hummer H1 that landed on top of it

The movie car was made to look like a 993 Carrera RS Clubsport, but a experts will notice the irregularities

In Death Race (2008), one of the racers drove a heavily-modified 911 G-body with a missile launcher at the front

The G-Body 911 has its own charm, but that wasn't enough to spare one particular example from being blown to bits

The car was confirmed to be a 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera SC, which stands for "Super Carrera"

This means that the 3.0-liter flat-six is fuel-injected and has a 5-speed, 915 manual transmission

They spared no expense when filming the 2007 Reline. Not one, but two rare Porsches were crashed

The 2 Carrera GT cars that were destroyed in the movie were, allegedly, owned by the movie director, Andy Cheng

Just 1,270 examples of the Porsche Carrera GT were made, and more than a few had already been crashed

In Fast X (2023), they destroyed a real Porsche 997 GT3 by blowing it up

The 997 represents one of the most iconic, modern-day 911s, including the last Mezger-powered 911 and the last manual Turbo

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If you are not a fan of the hybrid Cayenne Turbo, the MANHART CRT 800 packs more performance, without the gimmicks

Impressive performance gains: MANHART takes the numbers from 550 hp and 568 lb-ft to 809 hp and 804 lb-ft

This is enough for a 0 to 60 mph sprint in 3.2 seconds

Modifications include turbo upgrades, new software, intercoolers, and exhaust

With no hybrid tech on board, the MANHART CRT 800 has around 4,800 pounds to lug around

Aside from enhanced performance, the engine features aesthetic improvements

The package shwos best results on the non-hybrid Cayenne Turbo models

The 4-inch exhaust tips can be ceramic-coated or carbon-fiber

MANHART's signature golden accents add style ot the Cayenne Coupe's exterior

The wheels are 22-inch, wrapped in 285/35ZR22 tires at the front and 315/30ZR22 at the rear

The rims are normally gloss-black with golden accents, but you can specify different colors

If you ask nicely, MANHART will upgrade the brakes too

Unless the customer specifies additional upgrades, MANHART CRT 800 keeps the interior in factory condition

Swipe up to find out why the MANHART CRT 800 is a better buy than the Cayenne Turbo E Hybrid

If you've ever wondered about the associated costs with the latest Porsche 911, here's a quick break down

Every Porsche 911 comes with a 4-year/ 50,000-mile warranty

An oil change is the only maintenance required at the 1-year mark and will set you back between $450-$625

For year 2, Porsche advises you flus hthe brake fluid and change the pollen filter - $1,450

At 30,000 miles, you will need to change your 911's spark plugs

Year 4: time for the first major service - belts, pulleys, filters

During your fifth year, you are no longer under warranty. You can save some money by going to a trusted independent specialist

A drive-belt replacement at 60,000 miles is a must. It will set you back $750 on average

If your Porsche 911 has a PDK transmission, you need to service it every 60,000 miles

If your 911 has a manual transmission, the service interval is 12 years or 120,000 miles. It's also cheaper to service than the PDK

The differential fluid needs to be changed at the 10-year mark. AWD models have two

Ownership of every brand-new 911 starts with a sales tax - typically between 0 and 8.25 percent depending on the state

Insurance and gas guzzler tax for the 911 will set you back at least $1,300 each

Manual-equipped cars have a higher gas guzzler tax than PDK equipped 911s

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The Car Throttle Lads Did A Charlie And The Chocolate Factory Tribute

Doug Demuro Breaks Down All The S/T Quirks And Features

Harry Metcalfe Of Harry's Garage Finds Out If The S/T Is An Overpriced 911 GT3

Mat Watson Of CarWow Speaks To Andreas Preuninger, Director of GT line, Porsche On The Development Of The S/T

Tom Ford from Top Gear Claims That The S/T Is Better Than The GT3 RS

The Top Gear Team Also Takes The 911 S/T To The Track In A Separate Video

Two Jaons, For The Price Of One, We Get A Technical Breakdown Thanks To Engineering Explained

The Intercooler Channel Review Compares The S/T To The Dakar

Matt Farah From The SmokingTire Channel Compares The S/T To The GT3 Touring

No List Of Reviews Is Complete Without Tim Burton, a.k.a Shmee150

MilesPerHr Shows Us A POV Of Daily Driving The 911 S/T From Sunny California

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From the highs to the lows, we take an unbiased look at the general perception of the Porsche brand in 2024

Porsche ownership has become increasingly exclusive these days, catering more to elitists, rather than enthusiasts

Limited production runs and surging demand are driving up prices

Wait times for many Porsche models are lengthy, often spanning months or even years

Some dealerships are adding significant markups to Porsche vehicles, increasing the overall cost for buyers

Getting an allocation for a Porsche can be difficult, as dealers often have limited supply

Porsche's transition to electric vehicles raises concerns about whether they can maintain the visceral driving experience associated with the brand

Thankfully, the pro's outweigh the cons, and Porsche has a lot that's good going for it, ensuring a loyal-fan base

Porsche's core identity remains rooted in sports car performance and handling

Porsche offers a wide range of high-quality, solidly built vehicles to cater to various tastes and needs

Porsche SUVs like the Cayenne and Macan combine practicality with impressive driving dynamics

Porsche enthusiasts have a strong aftermarket and restoration culture, offering many customization options

Porsche doesn't impose strict restrictions on modifications or aftermarket parts

Porsche owners enjoy a vibrant and supportive community

There's a strong sense of camaraderie among Porsche enthusiasts, both nationally and globally

Porsche's future success depends on its ability to navigate challenges like exclusivity, production delays, and the transition to electric vehicles