Code name 987 (Porsche)
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Code name 987 (Porsche)
It looks a lot like the 911 but sources say that it will look nothing like it once its produced.
"Despite this prototype’s heavy disguise, several details point to its inherent Boxster-ness: the two-seat, mid-engine layout (note the blacked-out rear side windows and firewall behind the seats); relatively long wheelbase (today’s Boxster boasts a 2.5-inch longer wheelbase than the 911); and muscular hip line, short rear overhang and small spoiler—the latter aimed at replicating the retractable wing on today’s car.
Porsche will push the existing 2.7-liter and 3.2-liter flat-six engines to gain about 10 hp (to 235 for Boxster, 268-270 for Boxster S) along with a considerable boost in low-end torque. Channeling drive to the rear wheels will be an optional new six-speed double-clutch manual gearbox similar to the system offered on the Audi TT, a new six-speed automatic or a traditional six-speed manual. " - Autoweek "Coupe scoop! We spy Porsche’s second-gen Boxster—in coupe form "
"Despite this prototype’s heavy disguise, several details point to its inherent Boxster-ness: the two-seat, mid-engine layout (note the blacked-out rear side windows and firewall behind the seats); relatively long wheelbase (today’s Boxster boasts a 2.5-inch longer wheelbase than the 911); and muscular hip line, short rear overhang and small spoiler—the latter aimed at replicating the retractable wing on today’s car.
Porsche will push the existing 2.7-liter and 3.2-liter flat-six engines to gain about 10 hp (to 235 for Boxster, 268-270 for Boxster S) along with a considerable boost in low-end torque. Channeling drive to the rear wheels will be an optional new six-speed double-clutch manual gearbox similar to the system offered on the Audi TT, a new six-speed automatic or a traditional six-speed manual. " - Autoweek "Coupe scoop! We spy Porsche’s second-gen Boxster—in coupe form "
Last edited by EManEX; Aug 12, 2003 at 01:17 PM.
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Rep Power: 0 It sure doesn't look like mid-engine from that pic, still looks like rear engine. Front headlights look like the current 911 (which I think looks ugly) Hope they change the front. Fenders blister out nicely in the rear though.
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