Engine air intake - why did Porsche do this?

[Kroggers]

Originally Posted by Steve Tinker

Now that what I call a lowered Boxster - hell, you can hardly see the top of the wheels let alone the tyres.......
I bet the turning circle is - er - somewhat restricted !!

No, there is no problem with the turning circle. Did have some rubbing on the rear at the start of the 2011 season, but fixed that after the first race with a grinder

Remember this is a dedicated racing car, so the suspension is rather stiff and the geometry set-up for track use - I would not want this configuration on a street car!