Continuing the mad rush of hot, German sports cars out testing today, we’ve got fresh shots of Porsche’s next generation 911 out testing. As par for the course for the 911, the next-generation will strong resemble the current car. As previously reported, the next-generation 911 will hit the market in 2011.
These are among the first crystal-clear shots of the next-generation Porsche 911 – internally called the 998 – that will replace the current model in 2011. The 998’s shakedown testing is clearly on scheduled, with engineers using the snowy condition to test the car’s traction and stability control systems.
Earlier stories in some media reported that this was the 911 Turbo, but these pictures clearly show that the side air-intakes in front of the rear wheels are fakes – and so is the huge rear wing, which hides the shape of the smaller spoiler of the standard 911s. Compared to the current model, the front lights are standing more upright and the side mirrors have moved from the side window corner to the side of the door. Don’t get confused by the taillamps, as these are just temporary.
The next-generation 911 will feature the same flat-six engines, but we’re expecting it to get a power boost and a new PDK dual-clutch gearbox. Stay tuned.
03/31, 7:31 PM
posted by:
A4
junk in the trunk
03/31, 7:41 PM
posted by:
idrinorbarsaku
my god what a big A$$ you got!! I LIKE!!!
03/31, 7:43 PM
posted by:
Lariat Luxury Locomotive Liner No.3
Love Porsches, but it is time for Porsche to take risks with the 911 versus their constant tag line about perfection. Hell, the new 370Z has taken more risk than the 911 has in its entire existence. Too long in the tooth.
03/31, 8:13 PM
posted by:
Rafa LL
Go for it Porsche!
Make it Fatter and Faster!
03/31, 9:19 PM
posted by:
BlazeAbraham09
It’s a timeless design…leave it as is.
Although I can’t afford one of these things…I shall be waiting eagerly for the unveiling.
03/31, 9:52 PM
posted by:
Borat
I love this design, but what can you get in 911 that you can’t in Boxster or Cayman? backsear?
03/31, 11:09 PM
posted by:
cocksterS
Borat: In case it’s not abundantly clear from my nickname, my baby is a Cayman S. I love it to death, but I have to be totally honest with you: I was driving the other day with my girl in the front seat, and a turbo pulled up next to me. I couldn’t help but feel a little bit of pen—orche envy…porsche envy. Haha. Having driven both, I think that the 987 setup provides superior balance and handling characteristics, but the 997 delivers a more visceral experience, though it’s probably just an issue of power. Then there’s always the Joneses. That’s my attempt to answer your question.
04/01, 2:26 AM
posted by:
Bavarian_818
Thanks for the informative editorial LLN… “the next-generation will strong resemble the current car”… FYI the next generation 911 has always resembled the current car!!!
04/01, 2:28 AM
posted by:
Bavarian_818
@****ster- please elaborate on “visceral experience”.
04/01, 12:14 PM
posted by:
shaver
As much as I have always loved the 911, with each generation it seems less special. More of a cliche ride for doctors then anything else. At this point why anyone would take a 911 over an R8 is beyond me. Time to revive the Carrera GT and 959.
04/01, 12:46 PM
posted by:
scratchy
@ shaver “At this point why anyone would take a 911 over an R8 is beyond me.” – 911 GT3
04/01, 10:05 PM
posted by:
Rafa LL
I do realize how astonishing a lot of famous classics are; R8, Vettes, GT-R, but, the 911 has something that makes you feel like if you own one it doesn’t matter what ride’s next to you in a traffic light, it can be an Enzo or it can be a Carrera GT, there’s something that keeps you away from envy and makes you feel respected no matter how much the neighbor’s cost or worth, It’s like a car that supports the fact that most of those that own one know what they have and know how to deal with it without crossing the line.
It’s not a showoff car, nor a Pimp or rich guy’s car, is a classic that is here to remain as a classic satisfying that particular taste of men that differentiate them form just dudes.