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Old 01-28-2012, 07:04 PM   #1
986_inquiry
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Entry-level Porsche (identical to Boxster but cheaper) put on hold

We Hear: Porsche Worried About Entry-Level Roadster, May Shelve - WOT on Motor Trend

"the 550 successor was originally slated to arrive some time in 2014, slotting beneath the Boxster and acting as the entry-level model."

They're putting it on hold for now, but it's based on the Volkswagen BlueSport concept which sounds exactly like the Boxster and looks very similar
2013 Volkswagen BlueSport Roadster Review and Prices - Consumer Guide Automotive

mid-engine
2-seater convertible
6-speed
~2,645 lbs
2.0 turbodiesel or 2.0 turbo
0-60 in 6.2 and 50mpg highway with turbodiesel

price: estimated 23-26k

The BlueSport is also on hold, but I was just wondering what you guys thought of this, Volkswagen planning a Boxster clone and Porsche making a less expensive "Boxster"?
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