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As you may have noticed, we commenced major renovations at PCW in Thus far, we have introduced the new wide October, adding a new level of roof parking body 911 Carrera 4 series, the Cayenne V8S and a new upstairs showroom. Diesel and Turbo S, an all new sensational Cayman duo, and the Second Generation May I take this opportunity to apologise for Panamera range. 2013 will culminate with any inconveniences whilst we are building, the release of our 50th Anniversary 911, the parking may be a little difficult until we much applauded 911 Turbo & Turbo S and utilise the new facilities in March 2014. finally the long awaited GT3. 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It’s a chance to get a real taste of how it feels to drive the Start your engines! best sports car in the world. As an intro to Porsche I was invited to in and I put my foot down; grinning the complete Level 1 Driver Training. Arriving whole lap. feeling apprehensive, I didn’t know what I didn’t think the day could get better but to expect. then we were driven over to the race track I was warmly welcomed by chief instructor where we were taught cornering and braking. Tomas Mezera, then introduced to other I was super excited when I saw the line-up: a instructors including Carrera Cup drivers new Boxster, Carrera S and a 997 Turbo and Craig Baird and Warren Luff, V8 Supercar felt at ease with the instructors sitting with driver Steve Johnson, and GT3 Cup’s Andy us through the laps. Even though we had McElrea; fuelling my excitement by briefing been pushing our limits, we didn’t touch the I meant to do that... the group for the day ahead. I was placed limits of the Porsches, as was demonstrated in a group of girls from other dealerships by a hot-lap in a 997 GT3. around Australia. We didn’t lack confidence The last thrill was the Skidpan. The course as we quickly claimed to be the best before No hands! slicked with diesel and water gave us a the day had even started. ‘beginner’ speed. After the first attempt I During the first exercise, we experienced knew how much fun it was going to be even Porsche’s ABS brakes to their full potential. after a few accidental 180s. After a fast lead-up to a wet circuit, we hit Whilst waiting our turn on the skidpan, we the brakes as hard as possible switching were taken on a 4WD lap in a Cayenne. between a Cayenne Turbo, Panamera 4S, At the end of the track we came across Boxster S and Carrera S. a group of “serious” 4WD’s, who gave us Initially a little scared I was reassured by startled looks as the Cayenne rolled down the instructor. 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For more information on the Porsche Sports Driving School visit: porschewilloughby.com.au/Porsche-Driving-Events PORSCHEWILLOUGHBY.COM.AU - 5 911 50 th ANNIVERSARY 911EDITION Like the original, the 50th Anniversary Edition 911 is a coupé with a flat-six rear Porsche is celebrating 50 years engine and rear wheel drive; although the anniversary 911 features the wider body normally reserved for the all-wheel drive Carrera 4. This special edition will be limited of 911 with the creation of a to 1963 cars, a number that represents the year of the 911 world premiere. special limited edition model Indeed, it was at the IAA in Frankfurt in 1963 that Porsche presented the original model to the public, initially as the type 901. Since then the 911 has evolved without based on the Carrera S. interruption. In the process, the unique character of the 911 has been preserved and Unveiled at the International its DNA stamped on all Porsche models. Motor Show (IAA) in This limited edition of the 294 kW (400 hp) 911 Carrera S incorporates key elements that have defined the 911 through its 50 year evolution: for example, Porsche Active Frankfurt on September 12, Suspension Management (PASM) with special tuning to complement the new model’s increased track width and exceptional cornering dynamics; sports exhaust system for it is now making its way to a truly fitting emotional sound and special 20-inch wheels which are a visual tribute to Australia and expected the legendary “Fuchs” wheels finished in matte black with machine-polished centres. to arrive here towards the Furthermore, chrome trim strips on the front air inlets, the fins of the engine compartment grille and the panel between the rear lights add to the distinctive end of the year. appearance of this limited edition model. Another technical highlight of the car’s equipment is the Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) with bi-xenon headlights and dynamic cornering lights.