Spied: 2013 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet

Our spy photographers have just sent in the latest photos of the 2013 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet testing on the Nurburgring.

August has been a very busy month for Porsche. The new '991' series of the 911 has just been officially revealed in base form and our spy shooters have just snapped the latest photos of the 911 Turbo Cabriolet prototype testing around the Nurburgring. The upcoming generation of the 911 Turbo Cabriolet should arrive on the market in 2013 complete with a twin-turbocharged flat-six engine, new active rear spoiler and additional cooling vents all around.

You can most likely expect it to produce an output slightly above the 530hp and around 516 lb-ft of torque of the current Turbo S.It will also have lower fuel consumption and emission rates. An upgraded PDK-S dual clutch transmission will also likely be offered along with a seven-speed manual. The standard 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera and 911 Carrera Cabriolet are both scheduled to make their live debut at Frankfurt next month, with the 911 Turbo Coupe and Cabriolet most likely to make their first appearance at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show next March. Photos: CarPix

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2018 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet Review

For some reason Porsche is a supercar brand that most people see as an achievable goal even when some models cost a lot more than the Italian rivals. The automaker is famous for it’s 911 model, but those numbers actually cover a wide range of Porsches that may look the same to the untrained eye, but there’s many differences inside and out with regards to engines and drivetrains – you have to know your stuff if you decide to tackle with one on the streets if only to avoid embarrassment. One of the most popular models is the 911 Turbo Cabriolet and it’s bigger brother, the Turbo S Cabriolet, and it’s easy to see why.

Interior

With Porsches having the same basic shape over the years, it stands to reason that things inside will also retain some basic guidelines. As with most 911s the cabin is filled with premium quality materials in the form of brushed aluminum, all manner of leathers and a helping or two of carbon fiber if optioned. There are plenty trim and color options available that should see creative owners being able to spec a unique package. The race-style seats can be optioned with power adjustments from 4-way to 18-way (the latter being around $1,150) and can be made to match the dash and door cards or can be a complete contrast. There’s a typical Porsche instrument cluster in the 911 Turbo Cabriolet with the tachometer tagging center stage, visible through a brilliant a 3-spoke multifunction sports steering wheel. In the center of the dash you’ll find the clear screen for the improved infotainment system just above the climate control panel. Luggage space? As pointless as the rear seats.

Driving (Ride & Handling)

With the Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet sharing platforms and underpinnings with other serious performance Porsches, you can expect a drive that’s nothing short of exhilarating. The twin-turbocharged flat 6 is a beast of a motor, and in the S model even more so. A variety of drive modes offer different handling response, but engaging Sport+ and using the Sport Response button (puts powertrain and settings on optimum for 20 seconds) is when things get silly. The all-wheel drive system and it’s associated electronics do an amazing job of eliminating wheel spin and manage to convert all that horsepower into a rapid forward motion that will catch you off guard. In fact in the Turbo S Cabriolet the launch is so near perfect that it’s one of the quickest 0-60 mph cars in production. As for the rest of the drive, the steering is precision sharp and the PDK transmission shifts to the next gear before your brain has even realized there is a next gear. This is a car that makes slow drivers look fast.

Performance (Engine & Transmission)

Performance is the name of the game in the Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet. Here the 3.8-liter’s twin-turbochargers are tuned to produce 540 hp and 486 lb-ft of torque and this will send the car to 60 mph in an amazing 2.9-seconds. For the Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet attention was paid to the turbochargers and the tune and so the added S sees power rise to 580 hp with 533 lb-ft of torque, and through much electronic wizardry and magic, the car has been times to hit 60 mph in as little as 2.6-seconds. It can also run the quarter in less than 11-seconds and tops out at 205 mph. Porsche’s brilliant 7-speed PDK transmission and the all-wheel drive drivetrain is found in both models.

Equipment & Safety

There’s all the usual tech and spec in the Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet that’s much the same across the range. Driver aids and convenience features include system like dynamic chassis control; 4-wheel traction control, stability control, adaptive cruise control and lane-change assist among others. For the best performance you need a Sport Chrono package, and if you want to drown out a screaming engine then the $3,710 Burmester high-end surround sound is available. The open top Porsche sees fitment of dual front airbags, side airbags and a thorax airbag located in the seat side bolsters. With no roof some extra protection is needed and so there’s a Rollover Protection System that extends up from behind the rear seats if the on board sensors suspect a rollover.

Verdict

You can look around the Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet for as long as you want, and you can walk around inspecting the interior in the same way and you’d be hard pressed to find a way to criticize the car. Small things that may annoy can usually be changed to a specification, color or material of your choice to rectify things. It’s a great-looking 911 that’s not only built to the usual high quality, it’s a fast and powerful supercar that’s up to the task of being a daily driver and can double as a track toy if you have the tire, fuel and brakes budget. As a whole, in either Turbo Cabriolet or Turbo S Cabriolet guise, you get a great package but you do pay for all the car’s accolades.

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Next Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet Spied Running Around Nearly Naked

The camouflage continues to peel away, this time at the Nurburgring.

Here’s what we know: Porsche is hard at work developing the next generation 911 lineup. At this point, the 992 911 Carrera should be nearly good to go, as it’ll reportedly make its official debut this fall at the Paris Motor Show. Other variants will soon follow, such as the next 911 Turbo. While we’ve already seen some spy shots of the 992 911 Turbo coupe, today, for the first time, our spy photographers have spotted the new 911 Turbo convertible out testing in very familiar turf: the Nurburgring. How can we tell this is the Turbo and not the Carrera?

Just look at its wider fenders and the big rear spoiler. Sources tell us the 992 911 Turbo coupe and convertible will come powered by the must-have flat-six, which will of course be twin turbocharged. Total output is projected to be somewhere in the neighborhood of around 600 hp. Anything less wouldn’t be good. Why? Because the current generation 911 Turbo S already produces 580 hp, so there’s no way Porsche could reduce output in this case. Power will be directed to all four wheels through the latest version of Porsche’s highly regarded seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission. Looking more closely at these photos, it’s kind of hard to make out some of the Turbo’s details.

Thanks to previous shots of the coupe version testing, however, we can see Porsche has done a nice job with the styling updates. For example, up front there are double LED light strips encased in the front grille. The hood extends all the way to the bumper, a styling trait borrowed from the classic 911. This time, however, there’s a far more clear view of final shape of the air intakes on the rear fenders. We’ll learn a lot more about the 992 911 Turbo throughout the year as hype will continue to build following the 992 Carrera’s debut. So when will we see the new Porsche 911 Turbo? Based on Porsche’s reveal history, new 911 Turbos launch roughly one year following the 911 Carrera’s debut, meaning Frankfurt 2019 is a very good bet in this case.

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2018 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet Review

The iconic sports car of the last century – there can be only one and it has to be the Porsche 911. It’s been equipped over the years with various body styles, from coupe to Targa-top, with choices between rear and all-wheel drive. The Cabriolet model is a favorite among many though, and in Carrera 4 and 4S guise, it provides the entry point to the all-wheel drive Porsche 911 Cabriolet family. Traditionally rear-engined, the new 991.2 generation of cars are now turbocharged across the range – even models that don’t wear the ‘turbo’ badge. Has the classic sports car been compromised?

Interior

Even in the base Carrera 4 and 4S specifications, the Cabriolet 911 features Porsche’s traditional 2+2 seating arrangement. The rear seats though are not suitable for adult occupants or even children at that, though they make for a decently sized area in which to store shopping bags and small luggage. It’s worth using as cargo space, as in this convertible guise the trunk volume is a paltry 5 cubic feet – below par for the segment, but made up for by the front trunk. However the two front occupants have exceptional head and leg-room, at least for a sports car. There’s a low slung seating position, comfortable standard seats, and impressively built interior. Though the infotainment system may be a decently intuitive touch screen, there’s an abundance of buttons beneath it that serve to suggest that the 991.2 generation 911 is still, at its core, just a facelift.

Driving (Ride and Handling)

One of the finest handling sports cars in existence is also one of the most comfortable. Even on its low profile tires and spots suspension, the ride quality is incredible – small bumps being erased from existence whilst larger bumps get absorbed into the body without much fuss. In this convertible guise, the body shell loses some of its rigidity, but the loss in comfort is minimal. The change is noticed more from a handling perspective, where through corners there’s a bit more flex. Still, a soft Porsche 911 is still stiffer and better handling than almost any other sports car, even in their coupe versions. Body control and changes of direction are impeccable, and road manners over broken tarmac are exceptional. Even around corners, with minimal lean, bumps and broken tarmac fail to upset the balance of the 911, whilst the ‘4’ badge on Carrera and Carrera S models indicates that all-wheel drive keeps things sticky and grippy in all weather conditions.

Performance (Engine and Transmission)

In both Carrera 4 and 4S Cabriolet trims, a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter flat-six engine does duty, though in two different outputs. The Carrera 4 Cabriolet has outputs of 370 horsepower and a robust 331 lb-ft of torque, sent to all 4 corners with the choice of a 7-speed manual or 6-speed dual-clutch PDK automatic. The S version increases outputs to 420hp and 368 lb-ft, mated to the same all-wheel drive system and choice of gearboxes, but with a limited slip differential added to the rear axle as standard.

Equipment and Safety

Porsche only crash tests its cars in Europe, though the 911 is built to the most stringent of standards, and includes safety features such as post-collision braking, automatic braking, active cruise control, and blind spot monitoring. When it comes to optioning equipment, it’s best to be careful as the base price can quickly double with the wrong options boxes ticked. But standard equipment is still decent, including leather upholstery, online navigation, park assist with reverse camera, and dual-zone climate. A worthwhile option, though, is the venerable Sport Chrono Package with additional drive modes, launch control, and rev matching functionality on manual-equipped versions.

Verdict

The open-topped Porsche 911 experience is a tough one to beat. Against rivals like the Audi R8 Spyder, the Porsche is still the driver’s car of choice, especially with all-wheel drive. The Carrera 4S Cabriolet offers more power and improved handling, and is the pick between these two entry-level models.

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Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet

No need for any confusion, the 911 Turbo Cabriolet is simply the topless version of the 911 Turbo. And like its coupe sibling, it comes with a standard six-speed manual transmission and an optional seven-speed "doppelkupplungsgetriebe? (PDK) dual-clutch transmission. With the use of the launch control mode, the Turbo Cabriolet will go from zero to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds (it's slightly slower than the coupe due to a loss of structural integrity, but really, who cares?!).

Don't expect a machine with decades worth of engineering perfection at work to come cheap. The Cabriolet has an even higher base price than the coupe, as it starts at around $145,000. Porsche continues its pursuit of sports car perfection this year by adding an optional Ceramic Composite Brake system with increased stopping power.

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2018 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet Review

S derivatives as well as with all-wheel drive. But the GTS model is the one enthusiasts wait for – usually introduced later on in the life cycle. It combines the affordability of Carrera models with stellar performance of more expensive models like the Turbo. Even in this 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet guise – complete with retractable soft-top roof – it’s the bargain model in the 911 line-up. Twin-turbo six cylinder engines are the standard – like all 991.2 models, GT3 aside – but the GTS gets more power than lesser Carreras, and a centrally mounted exhaust unique to the GTS.

Interior

Like all non-track 911 models, the GTS Cabriolet features a standard 2+2 seating configuration – though the rear seats are tight and not really usable. It’s easy enough to get in and out of – more so than the Targa with its fixed rollover bar – and once inside the seating position is low slung and ideal as a driver’s car. The Sports Chrono package is standard, with drive selector switch, analog chronometer on the dash, and sport seats. Front visibility is excellent, and rear lines of sight aren’t too bad either, despite the engine and folding roof mechanism creating a hump-backed shape.

In the way of practicality, the 911 GTS Cabriolet features a 4 cubic foot front trunk, necessary in addition to the standard trunk, which shrinks in Cabriolet guise to a fairly small 5 cu ft. The rear seat doubles as a storage shelf for extra space.

Driving (Ride and Handling)

The GTS gets all the good performance bits, such as adaptive engine mounts, active suspension with a 10mm drop in ride height, and brake-based torque vectoring. There’s also a locking rear differential and launch control as standard. Optionally, you can get rear-wheel steering and dynamic anti-roll bars for improved dynamics, more agile handling. In this Carrera GTS guise, rear wheel drive ensures a pure driving experience; with a bias towards oversteer rather than ultimate neutrality.

The electronic power assisted steering is gorgeously weighted, and drips with more feedback than any other electrically assisted system. But perhaps the most incredible aspect of the firmer-riding GTS is how easily it melds car and driver into one cohesive unit. Responses are more telepathic than just merely intuitive – Porsche beating Mazda at the Jinba Ittai philosophy. The wider stance on the GTS – matched to that of AWD models – adds further stability and makes this one of the sweetest 911s around.

Performance (Engine and Transmission)

The Porsche 911 GTS Cabriolet features the very same 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat six engine as you’ll find in standard Carrera and Carrera S models. However, reworked tuning and turbochargers increase outputs – with power now sitting at 450 horsepower and torque at 405 lb-ft. Power is routed to the rear wheels in this trim, through either a 7-speed manual gearbox, or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic. The manual is the driver’s choice, but we only wish it shifted as sweetly as the 6-speed manual in the 911 R. For those who care most for split seconds, the PDK ensures ultimate precision.

Equipment and Safety

The Sports Chrono package and all that it entails are standard on the 911 GTS Cabriolet, but it also features a centrally mounted exhaust system, central-locknut Turbo S alloy wheels, Alcantara interior trim and upholstery, and of course a range of options like navigation, premium sound systems, full Smartphone integration and a range of interior trim upgrades. High performance brakes and bi-xenon headlights are standard to improve safety, along with ABS brakes, airbags, electronic stability control, and available parking sensors and rear-view camera. The Porsche 911 GTS Cabriolet has not been crash tested by any local authorities.

Verdict

The GTS version of the Porsche 911 Cabriolet family is possibly the sweetest of the lot. It equips a Carrera S with more power and all the performance extras you can think of, at a relatively cheap price – for this segment. Others may be cheaper, some more powerful, but this is the value for money Porsche you want!

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All-New Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet Spied On The Street For The First Time

The new 911 Turbo has been spotted with the roof down for the first time.

It’s been a while since we had a new sighting of the new Porsche 911 Turbo as the automaker prepares to unleash the new 992 generation of the iconic sports car. As the summer ends, a test driver has been caught taking advantage of the fleeting sunshine, giving us our first look at the next-generation Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet with the top down. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen a glimpse of the 911 Turbo Cabriolet, however, as a prototype of the convertible sports car was spotted getting a workout at the Nurburgring back in June showing off its soft top roof.

Porsche has tried to disguise sections of the front fascia, but it otherwise looks production ready. Compared to the standard 911, the new Turbo sports wider fenders giving it a more muscular appearance and a large rear spoiler.

Sources suggest the next-generation 911 Turbo will be powered by a twin-turbo flat-six with an output of around 600 horsepower. Don’t forget the current 911 Turbo S packs 580 hp, so it isn’t unreasonable to expect the all-new model to deliver at least 600 hp. Power will be sent to all four wheels through the latest version of Porsche’s seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission.

The 992-generation Porsche 911 Carrera, which has already been spied undisguised multiple times, will likely be unveiled in November at the LA Auto Show. Looking back at Porsche’s model history, the Turbo version typically debuts a year after the Carrera, so we’re not expecting the new 911 Turbo to arrive until later next year, possibly at the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show.

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2018 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet Review

If you are currently in the market for a convertible performance car, a number of excellent options are available. Ask for four seats and your options narrow down drastically, look for one with a rear-mounted engine and you are down to just one offering, the very accomplished Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet. Recently revised, the 911 Cabriolet sees minor specification changes for 2018.

What’s it like inside?

The interior of the 911 Cabriolet is solidly put together and the dashboard and door trims are covered in high quality materials, if a certain color combination or trim piece is not to your liking, there is a long list of additional finishes and color combinations to pick from.

The front sports seats offer good support for all shapes and sizes, those wanting more can pick from multi-powered, ventilated and heated options too. The rear passengers are not quite so fortunate, the upright backrest and very limited kneeroom make even shorter journeys feel like long ones. With the fabric roof in place, headroom too is only suitable for children.

The front trunk offers enough cargo space for a shopping trip but those small rear seats may be needed for extra bags and they do offer a fold down feature which provides a flat loading surface.

How does it drive?

The 911 Cabriolet gives little away to its more dynamically focused coupe stablemate and offers a level of grip and handling that is as good as any drop-top performance car around. Additional body stiffening minimizes any scuttle shake over bumps although this does add a few pounds to its curb weight.

The suspension setup offers a firm yet absorbent ride quality over most road surfaces and other than some tire noise with the roof down, this 911 is an accomplished cruiser too. The fabric roof features full automatic operation and features a multi-layered and smooth outer surface to reduce air-resistance and wind noise.

What about the performance?

The Porsche Carrera Cabriolet is fitted with a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged flat-6 engine which makes 370 horsepower and 331 lb-ft of torque. Uprated internals provide the Carrera S Cabriolet with 420 hp and 368 lb-ft. Both send the power to the rear wheels and either a 7-speed manual or 7-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic transmission can be specified.

PDK equipped cars offer the quickest acceleration figures and a Carrera S Cab with the Sport Chrono pack (which includes launch control) can complete the 0-60 mph sprint in 3.9-seconds. At the other end of the scale, a base manual Carrera Cab takes 4.6-seconds. These are very quick times and comparable to the best in this segment.

Fuel economy too is commendable and very similar across the range, a PDK equipped Carrera Cab offers 22/28mpg in city/highway driving.

What are my options?

There are a variety of convertible 991s on offer, our focus here is on the pair of entry-level rear-wheel drive variants.

The base Porsche Carrera Cabriolet comes equipped with partial leather interior and power front seats, touchscreen infotainment system, 8-speaker audio system with Bluetooth and smartphone integration, surround park assist, cruise control and 19-inch alloy wheels. Bi-Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights and LED taillights are also standard.

There is a selection of Premium and Premium Plus Packages to choose from. Depending on the one chosen, they contain full LED headlights with dynamic light system, auto-dimming mirrors, front seat heating and ventilation, keyless entry and ambient LED lighting.

Carrera S Cabriolets offer the above and add 20-inch alloy wheels, larger brakes and some additional available options.

Aside from the available Premium Packages a unique Sport Package is offered which includes rear-axle steering, sport exhaust, sport chrono, GT sport steering wheel and sport-design exterior mirrors. The Powerkit Package offers all of the Sport Package items as well as modifications to the engine which liberate a further 30 hp for a total of 450 hp.

Notable individually options for both models include power steering plus, sport exhaust system and a front axle lift system.

The Verdict

Developed and honed over decades into one of the most accomplished sports cars around, the 911 Carrera Cabriolet continues to offer class-leading performance and technology in its segment.

The folding fabric roof adds another dimension to the 911s driving experience, allowing it to carve up a mountain pass one minute and then cruise quietly along a coastal road with equal competence.

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2018 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet Review

The 911 GTS has carved out a special place in the hearts of 911 enthusiasts. It equips a wider body to a more powerful Carrera, and adds almost every available chassis performance upgrade as standard, but at a price vastly cheaper than if you specified a Carrera S to the same levels. It’s the performance bargain of ‘lesser’ 911s, though in this Carrera 4 GTS trim, the addition of all-wheel drive adds a further layer of control safety, and all-weather enjoyment.

Interior

With a soft-top convertible roof, the 911 Carrera 4 GTS loses some of the practicality usually associated with the Porsche 911. Sure, there’s a rear seat in the 2+2 seater cabin, but it’s hardly very usable and is best used as a parcel shelf. The trunk volume suffers as a result of the convertible roof and mechanism, with only 5 cubic feet available. There are an additional; 4 cubes in the front trunk.

Ingress and egress are easy, and once inside the seating position is low slung and ideal as a driver’s car. The Sports Chrono package is standard, adding to the interior a drive selector switch, analog chronometer on the dash, and sport seats. Front visibility is excellent, and rear lines of sight aren’t too bad either, despite the engine and folding roof mechanism creating a hump-backed shape. Materials are high in quality, though the abundance of buttons lags behind newer Porsche models.

Driving (Ride and Handling)

The GTS’ adaptive engine mounts, active suspension, low profile wheels, and locking differential transform the 911 Carrera into a monumental driving tool. Available rear wheel steering can be had to aid maneuverability and improve stability at speed, though the Carrera 4 GTS’ all-wheel drive provides incredible levels of grip. However, the system is rear biased, which lends the GTS a natural balance that feels primarily rear-wheel driven. Turn-in is sharp and direct – the electronically power assisted steering providing responses and feedback not seen on other EPAS systems, and the chassis communicates almost telepathically with the driver. However, the changes that make the GTS such an incredible driver’s tool also change its levels of comfort, making it harsher on broken tarmac and less pliant on imperfect roads. It’s still by no means uncomfortable or jarring, but it’s not as plush as lesser models, or even the more expensive 911 Turbo.

Performance (Engine and Transmission)

The Porsche 911 GTS Cabriolet features a 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat six engine – the very same one as you’ll find in standard Carrera and Carrera S models. However, reworked tuning and turbochargers increase outputs to 450 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque. Power is routed to a rear-biased all wheel drive system through either a 7-speed manual gearbox, or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic. The manual is the driver’s choice, but lacks the positivity of the 6-speed manual in the 911 R. The PDK is ultra-efficient and provides incredibly rapid shifts.

Equipment and Safety

The Porsche 911 GTS Cabriolet has not been crash tested by any local authorities, but the standard levels of safety equipment are impressive nonetheless. High performance brakes and bi-xenon headlights are standard, along with ABS brakes, airbags, electronic stability control, and available parking sensors and rear-view camera.

In terms of regular equipment, the Sports Chrono package and all that it entails are standard on the 911 GTS Cabriolet, but it also features a centrally mounted exhaust system, central-locknut Turbo S alloy wheels, Alcantara interior trim and upholstery, cruise control, and dual-zone climate control, along with split folding rear seats.

Verdict

If you fancy a Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabrio, but with extra grip and all-weather ability, then the Carrera 4 GTS Cabrio is your pick. In adding a driven front axle, it adds weight, but increases grip and performance – without losing its incredible handling.

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911 Turbo Cabriolet Has New Updates

Porsche just can't let a good thing die. In the case of its iconic 911, Porsche always manages to improve something with every generation. The latest 911 Turbo Cabriolet has new features such as a functional LED turn indicators and daytime running lights, an updated front grille and the big news: an all-new engine, a first in the Turbo's history. The new engine is 3.6 liter flat six-cylinder and is 13.2 pounds lighter than the previous one.

It has twin turbochargers and the automakers all-new Variable Turbine Geometry technology. To be more environmentally friendly, the engine has direct fuel-injection, and still produces 500 horsepower. Oh, and was it mentioned that the soft top drops in only 20 seconds at the touch of a button? Again, timeless perfection.

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The 2019 Porsche 911 Cabriolet Drops Camouflage Revealing Track Upgrades

It could join the ranks of being one of the world’s few hybrid convertibles.

Earlier this week Porsche surprised us by letting one of its new 911 prototypes roam around in the snow without wearing any camouflage, much to the pleasure of our pesky prying spy photographers. Only thing is that there are three body styles of the 911, a coupe, cabrio, and targa, and the previous images only showed off the hard-top version of the sports car. Not so anymore as Porsche has just sent the second of those three models, the cabriolet, out into the wild for the same round of testing.

Like the coupe (and pretty much every other Porsche 911 ever), the new 911 looks almost identical to its predecessor. If it ain’t broke don't fix it right? Just like every Porsche before it, the changes made to this 911 are incremental, following Stuttgart’s tradition of a crawling slow-paced evolution. Different here is the hood, which creeps ever so close to the front bumper, kissing it without an impeding dividing section of front body panel. From what we can see, Porsche engineers really wanted to wring every ounce of track ability out of the chassis to make this 911 inexplicably better than the previous one. No manipulation of physics is made to accomplish this goal, though, just old fashioned tactics.

These include widening the car for more control in the corners and adding a massive active rear wing that runs the length of the rear end. New door handles complete the transition to the next 911 body while a larger rear apron houses four exhaust pipes, signifying that this cabriolet has the optional sport exhaust package. As with the coupe, the cabriolet could be one of the first 911s to get Porsche’s hybrid system which, as ironic as it seems, would continue the trend of having supercars like the Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta and Porsche 918 Spyder being some of the world’s only hybrid convertibles. The new 911 Cabriolet will hit the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2019 leaving, thanks to this naked mule, only its specifications as a mystery.

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