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2009 Porsche 911 Turbo is up for auction

In 2004, Porsche premiered the successor to the model 996, the Porsche 911 997.1 Turbo. It was an evolution of the previous model, and the most significant is the replacement of the “fried egg” headlamps with the classic “bug eye” units. It was produced until 2013, and over 21K units left the production lines. One of them, the 2009 Porsche 911 Turbo coupe is up for auction. It should also be noted that there is currently a lien on the car, and the seller’s lender will need to be paid off before the title can be transferred to the new owner.

The Porsche 911 Turbo is powered by a twin-turbocharged and intercooled 3.6L Mezger flat-six engine that delivers 480 hp (353 kW) and 505 lb-ft (685 Nm) of torque thanks to the Sport Chrono package. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox. It is mounted on five-spoke 19″ HRE alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.

This example is finished in Cream White, has been properly maintained and is in good condition. It is equipped with a power sunroof, a painted front spoiler, a deployable rear spoiler, bi-xenon headlights, fog lights, red taillight lenses, side air intakes, Porsche-branded side graphics, quadruple exhaust outlets, steel Porsche-branded six- and four- piston front and rear calipers with cross-drilled rotors, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), Porsche Stability Management (PSM) with an automatic brake differential (ABD), Bilstein units, IPD Y-pipe and BBi exhaust system.

Inside, heated power-adjustable front sport seats are upholstered in Brown natural leather and pepita cloth accents. The same combination covers the door panels, dashboard and center console, while the steering wheel is wrapped in leather and suede. Additional equipment includes driver-seat memory settings, Porsche Communication Management with navigation, a Bose sound system, headrest embroidery, a remote six-disc CD changer, automatic climate control, cruise control, and Coco floor mats. The clock reads 40,116 miles.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with manufacturer’s literature, two sets of floor mats, and a clean Oregon title.

The auction ends on April 19 and the current highest bid is $97,997 USD.

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Source: Bring a Trailer

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2023 Porsche Cayenne

At this year’s Shanghai Auto Show, Porsche premiered a redesigned edition of the Cayenne, which is based on the third-generation base of the popular SUV. It is one of the best-selling cars offered by the Stuttgart-based company.

The design remains the same, but Porsche offers several new body colors with this model. There were changes in the cabin, which include a new curved 12.6-inch display of the adaptive dashboard, and in addition to the central 12.3-inch display of the multimedia system, there is also an optional 10.9-inch display in front of the passenger seat. The short lever for operating the automatic transmission is now located between the instrument panel and the central display, near the multifunction steering wheel, which is taken from the electric Taycan. There are also new 20″, 21″ and 22″ aluminum wheels.

When it comes to the powertrain, the more significant is the return of the 4.0L V8 engine in the Cayenne S version, which delivers 474 hp (349 kW) and 443 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque in the Sport Chrono package. It reaches 62 mph in 4.7 seconds with a top speed of 169 mph (273 km/h). As a reminder, the earlier model was powered by a 2.9L V6 engine.

The base model is still powered by a 2.9-liter V6 engine with 353 hp (260 kW) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque. The Cayenne E-Hybrid is also offered, powered by the same engine in combination with an electric motor with a total power of 470 hp (346 kW). The car is equipped with a 25.9 kWh battery that enables a range of up to 90 kilometers.

The most powerful version of the Cayenne Turbo GT Coupé is powered by a 4.0L V8 engine with 659 hp (485 kW) that powers the SUV to reach 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.3 seconds with a top speed of 189 mph (305 km/h h). It is equipped with special 22-inch rims, adaptive suspension and carbon-ceramic brakes, and the optional Lightweight Sport package reduces the weight of the SUV by 33 kg.

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2023 Porsche Cayenne

Source: Porsche

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2023 Aston Martin DBS 770 Volante

At the beginning of the year, Aston Martin premiered a limited edition of the most powerful car from the DBS generation, the Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate. The first example was sold at the Action Innocence Charity Gala for CHF 750,000 (over EUR 761,000). Now the open air version of this model has arrived on the market, with which Aston Martin ends the story with a V12 engine, the Aston Martin DBS 770 Volante. Only 199 units will be produced.

Volante is powered by a 5.2-liter V12 biturbo engine with 759 hp (558 kW) and 663 lb-ft (900 Nm) of torque. It reaches 62 mph in 3.4 seconds with a top speed of 211 mph (340 km/h). Better intake and ignition increased preload pressure by seven percent. Also, the engine is paired with a ZF 8-speed gearbox and a mechanical limited slip differential.

Since the DBS 770 Ultimate appeared on the market, it has attracted the attention of a large number of interested parties. It is equipped with improved steering that is now more precise, calibrated suspension and a stiffer chassis. There’s also a new front splitter, carbon details, windshield frame, side mirror housings and fender vents, new carbon side skirts and a unique rear diffuser.

According to some rumors, all 499 units that Aston Martin planned to produce have found their owners. No doubt the 199 units of the Volante model will be sold very soon as well.

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2023 Aston Martin DBS 770 Volante

Source: Aston Martin