Porsche Places 2nd Overall in Quality Study

In a recent U.S. survey conducted by J.D. Power and Associates, Porsche tied for second in the Initial Quality Study. Many of Porsche's different models ranked among the top their class in this study.

The Initial Quality Study measures consumers' opinions of cars after 90 days of ownership. It is currently in its 26th year.  It "captures problems experienced by owners in two distinct categories: design-related problems and defects and malfunctions," according…
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Porsche Released Specs for the 2013 911 GT3

We have big news about the 2013 Porsche 911 GT3! Not only did some lucky spy photographers catch it making the laps at Nürburgring, but the German automaker released some official specs. We know, it's not set to roll into Performance Porsche until early next year. But that doesn't mean we can't spend some time drooling over every little detail, right?

Right. So, let's start by saying that the car…

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Bill Gates' 1979 911 Porsche Turbo

Bill Gates' 1979 Porsche 911 Turbo recently sold in auction for 64,000 Euros, surprising auctioneers who expected it to go for much less. 64,000 Euros is equivalent to $80,620.80 US dollars.

Gates' car also comes with letters to and from Porsche and Microsoft concerning the original transaction. Also included is the original Washington State USA registration documents.Furthermore, it includes a completely renovated engine.

Gates originally bought this Porsche 911 four…
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Porsche Pajan Expected in 2018



Starting in 2018, Porsche will unveil its midsize sport activity vehicle, currently dubbed the Pajan. The five-door model will "combine Audi A5 Sportback overtones with Porsche's own 911-inspired design language".

When talking about its looks and specs, the new Pajan has been described as "a Porsche through and through." It will offer options such as ceramic breaks, dual-clutch PDK-transmission, air suspension, four-wheel drive, torque vectoring, sport chrono plus, and a variety of driver assistance…
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Porsche Pajun Development on Hold for Now

Plans recently surfaced for Porsche to develop a new smaller sedan to compete with the likes of offerings from other German automakers. And while this is an idea that Performance Porsche would love to see brought to fruition, it's also one that Porsche plans on timing very carefully.

Porsche CEO, Matthias Mueller recently gave an official statement on the strong rumor that the company has a new vehicle in development, with the codename Pajun…

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Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid

Do you want a car that can go from 0 to 60 in less than three seconds, or reach speeds of up to 200 mph? How would you like to get 78 miles to a gallon of gas?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you're in luck! The Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid provides all you're looking for with a price tag of $845,000. This car mates a 570-hp, 4…

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Performance Porsche Reviewed by Kay and Glenn

We were from Illinois and in Durham for our son's graduation. There was never a though of buying a car. Our flight was delayed so just to kill time we came to the dealership to browse. Phil Whitehead was informative and accommodating. His knowledge and enthusiasm were infectious and we began to focus on a Boxster. He gave us undivided attention. He arranged for a transport of our car to Illinois and then introduced…
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Porsche 911 Looks Forward to World Endurance Championship

There's a line of new Porsche vehicles coming to Performance Porsche of Chapel Hill, NC. Each will be specially calibrated to take on any city or suburban road. Porsche takes great pride in their consumer rides, just as much as they do in performance models. For example, the Porsche 911 GT3, which is gearing up for an intense competition.

The World Endurance Championship will be held on May 5th 2012. Porsche drivers Marc Lieb…

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Porsche Bests Competitors with Exemplary Service

Many luxury and exotic car enthusiasts have a penchant for German cars. Porsche alone sold over 25 thousand autos in the U.S. in 2010.

Chalk it up to quality craftsmanship, zealot performance, or seductive silhouettes. You wouldn't be wrong. Porsche has all that and more going for it...something less talked about.

Specifically, Porsche delivers service drivers will actually want to recommend to their friends and family. You don't have to take…

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The Porsche Boxster S

Porsche Boxster S



The new Porsche Boxster S is here and it is here to make a statement. If this doesn't make you want to drive a Porsche I honestly do not know what to tell you. Check out this car as it makes every turn, every rev of the engine you can here the power that is waiting to be unleashed. How could this vehicle even be street legal with its twists and…
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