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Three outstandin­g features of the new Porsche 911 Speedster, which is limited to 1,948 units worldwide

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1. ICONIC SILHOUETTE

While most Porsche cars are head-turners, the new Porsche 911 Speedster instantly catches the eye with the aerodynami­c streamline­rs on its convertibl­e top compartmen­t lid. This unique design touch adds to the sportiness of the ride and further optimises the aerodynami­cs of the car. Technicall­y, it is a challenge to manufactur­e—the largest and most complex component used on a road model is actually crafted out of one single piece of carbon-fibre reinforced plastic.

2. NOD TO THE PAST

Porsche is offering an optional Heritage Design package, which incorporat­es reinterpre­ted classic details from the 1950s and ’60s into the new 911 Speedster. The package includes elements such as an interior colour scheme in black and cognac; “spears” paintwork in white for the front fascia; and “Lollipop” motor sport decals for the doors and front lid.

3. POWER FROM WITHIN

At the heart of the new 911 Speedster is the naturally aspirated six-cylinder boxer engine with four-litre displaceme­nt that can hit a peak power of 510 PS (Pferdestrk­e) achieved at 8,400 rpm. (The maximum engine speed is 9,000 rpm.) The car completes the century sprint in merely four seconds and hits a top speed of 310 km/h. Equipped with high-pressure fuel injectors with optimised spray pattern as well as a modified intake system with individual throttle valves, the engine’s performanc­e is further enhanced from the ones used in previous 911 GT3 cars. The 911 Speedster only comes with a manual six‑speed sports transmissi­on, which elevates the driving experience.

 ??  ?? Like the new Porsche 911 Speedster, real estate entreprene­ur Sammi Lim is ready to take on the new challenges ahead. Opposite page: Minjukim top, Xinnatex New York trousers, both at Societya,
Sergio Rossi heels
Like the new Porsche 911 Speedster, real estate entreprene­ur Sammi Lim is ready to take on the new challenges ahead. Opposite page: Minjukim top, Xinnatex New York trousers, both at Societya, Sergio Rossi heels

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