If you have not see this ....it is neat
 

I was amazed how quiet it was during production

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uewVCho0ZlI

I think what struck me most during my visits to the plant was the fact that no one seems to be in a hurry. Yes, they all move with German efficiency and purpose, but the cars come first, no rushing around to meet a quota.

The plant is quiet, and then the finished product drives off with out a sound! Great video. Certainly not Henry Ford's assembly line.

There's a "How It's Made" special on the 918 that's airing on the Science Channel. 9:00 PM on January 29th. (right after it, there's an episode on the GT40).

-T

Porsche 918 Spyder
Picture your dream car: it probably looks like a Porsche 918 Spyder. Have you ever wondered just how that machine was made? Join the How It's Made crew as we go to its birthplace, revealing the inner workings and gorgeous exterior.

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space shuttle
 

I have often said the 986" aint the space shuttle ".....I think I would be wrong from the looks of this

986 and now
 

I read quite a bit how the 986 is shallow or tame when compared to the cars of today, not a very fair comparison considering the the design is rapidly approaching 20 years old. I for one think the subtlety of the 986 will actually add to its longevity as the design is timeless IMHO. Do I wish for more HP, a engine with a better track record...of course who does not. That being said I have a hard time using the power of my S as it is, I cannot imagine having 3 times the HP at the wheels......but I would like to try it :)