Speaking of 'Top Gear' and the Nurburgring, I found this amusing anecdote with regard to the Carrerra GT. As many have heard, the car did a 7:32 around the ring which is considered impressive to cognoscenti...however...
"Why? Is there something wrong with the Carrera's handling? It should be fine. The low crank means a low centre of gravity. And it's not exactly offset by the fiddly, two-part, removable roof panels which weigh just 3lb apiece. It's mid engined, the 335/30 rear tyres are good and Porsche says it's been round the N?rburgring with Walter R?hrl at the helm in 7.32. That's blisteringly fast. Or rather it would be if it were true. In a moment of candour, Walter admitted he'd never actually done it, he just guessed at how long it may have taken. "
Full review is here:
http://www.topgear.com/drives/D3/ZY/roadtests/01/01.html
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