Thursday, January 21, 2010

2010 GT3 R announced

Porsche has publicly unveiled its latest race car based on the 911 model at the Autosport International show at the Birmingham NEC. It's called the 911 GT3 R and replaces the GT3 Cup S. Porsche has tried to make it as accessible as possible by including such equipment as ABS, traction control and an electronic throttle with a ‘blip' function on gearbox down-changes. It makes even the amateur racer feel like a professional.

"Since we announced our intention to launch the 911 GT3 R, demand has been huge," said Uwe Brettel, Head of Motorsport Sales. "The number of GT3 R vehicles we had planned for 2010 is almost sold out."

Power is sourced from a modified boxer engine based on the 3.8-litre version. Cubic capacity has been increased to 4.0-litre and maximum power is 358kW (480bhp) and the vehicle mass is just 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs).

Some body features include LED rear lights, additional wheel arches at the front and rear, a completely covered underbody, a rear diffuser and a more adjustable rear wing.

The suspension system consists of height-adjustable MacPherson struts up front, two-way shock absorbers and double coil springs. At the rear a rigidly mounted sub-frame with a height-adjustable multi-arm axle and more two-way shock absorbers and double coil springs do the job.

A new Racing Driver Development Programme based in Silverstone, UK is geared towards both casual racers and those who are more serious about motorsport. It prepares attendees for everything including skills and knowledge required by the industry.








Monday, January 11, 2010

Breakfast Club 2010



Breakfast Club Calendar

2010

January 9 Porsche of Naples 

800 Tamiami Trail North

Naples, FL 34102

239.280.5100
www.porscheofnaples.com

February 13 Naples Motorsports
1250 Airport Road South
Naples, FL 34104
239.430.5655
www.naplesmotorsports.com

March 13 F1 Imports and Exotics
568 Industrial Blvd
Naples, FL 34101
239.430.2206
www.f1imports.com
mail@f1imports.com

April 10 Autoquest
14498 South Tamiami Trail 

Fort Myers, FL 33912 

239. 432.1700

http://www.autoquestcars.com

May 8 Delorean Motor Company
9786 Bonita Beach Road
Bonita Springs, Florida 34135
(239) 495-8550

(877) DELOREAN

dmcflorida@delorean.com
www.dmcflorida.com/

June 12 Germain BMW
11286 Tamiami Trail North
Naples, FL 34110
239.643.2220
www.germainbmw.com


July 10 Debold Performance
28360 Old 41 – Unit 11
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
239.947.6155
www.DeboldPerformanceinc.com

August 14 Evolution Motorworks
4006 Progress Ave. #4
Naples, FL 34135
239.430.9146

September 11 Autoquest
14498 South Tamiami Trail 

Fort Myers, FL 33912 

239. 432.1700

http://www.autoquestcars.com


October 9 Naples Motorsports
1250 Airport Road South
Naples, FL 34104
239.430.5655
www.naplesmotorsports.com

November 13 F1 Imports and Exotics
568 Industrial Blvd
Naples, FL 34101
239.430.2206
www.f1imports.com
mail@f1imports.com

December 11 Porsche of Naples
800 Tamiami Trail North

Naples, FL 34102

239.280.5100
www.porscheofnaples.com

The Mercato Car Cruise

Porsche Precision Driving Day with Derek Bell



Hosted by:
Derek Bell

5-Time Le Mans winner and
2-Time World Sports Car Champion



TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND at The New Palm Beach International Raceway

We invite you to join us under the guidance and personal instruction of Derek and his team whilst they put you and your car through a program of exercises helping you learn more about your car and your ability.

RSVP Today!

Call Philippe @ 239-280-5112 or email him at: pmartin@porscheofnaples.com


Porsche of Naples
800 Tamiami Trail North
(239) 280-5100
www.porscheofnaples.com

Sunday, January 10, 2010

Cocktails and Dinner Sunday January 24, 2010

We are invited for a cocktail hour on Sunday Jan. 24, 5.30 pm by Gerda and Ivan Gyori at 25125 Luci Dr., Bonita Springs FL 34135
phone 239 947 0491 e-mail: AGYORI@centurylink.net

Here the address for the cocktail hour:

http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Bonita+Springs&state=FL&address=25125+Luci+Dr&zipcode=34135-8824&country=US&latitude=26.37914&longitude=-81.78984&geocode=ADDRESS

Then we will go to STIR CRAZY Asian Grill in the Coconut Mall about 7.30 pm for Dinner. Here everyone can order dinner a la carte

Please let us know whether you attend:
a) both events, cocktails and dinner
b) only cocktail hour
c) only Dinner

We need to have your RSVP by Jan. 15, 2009 to make a reservation at the restaurant.

Here the address for the restaurant:

http://www.mapquest.com/maps?name=Stir+Crazy&city=Estero&state=FL&address=23106+Fashion+Dr+%23+135&zipcode=33928&country=US&latitude=26.40446&longitude=-81.807275&geocode=ADDRESS&id=43865534

Please respond to my e-mail : bloksma1@naples.net

Elly Bloksma

Rally on February 20, 2010



Do you like to drive your Porsche on quiet country back roads?

Would you enjoy a drive to Fort Lauderdale by such roads?

Do you enjoy car museums?

Well -we have the day for you!! You will have fun!

- A visit to the private Packard Museum in Fort Lauderdale via a scenic 160 mile route.
- There will be a 30 mile section of photo/cryptic clues clearly flagged up in the route notes.
- The rest of the trip is for you to enjoy the drive. On arrival there will be a boxed lunch and time to tour the fascinating collection with a knowledgeable guide on hand.
- The route back across Alligator alley takes approximately 2 Hours.

The cost is $20 per person

We will meet at 8.30 am in the parking lot of Staples off Tarpon Bay Boulevard on Immokalee Road east of I 75 111 on ramp :-

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 20th 2010

Contact Chris and Jenny Branston cbran62643@aol.com to register and receive instructions about the day.

Holiday Party December 5, 2009

Thanks to Len Uronis for the photos.