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rexcramer 09-27-2017 05:46 PM

Porsche Goes Nautical
 
https://rennlist.com/articles/first-ever-porsche-yacht-embarks-maiden-voyage/?utm_source=jan16&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=co ntent

I wonder if they will paint to sample?

DaveNW 09-27-2017 07:23 PM

That's pretty. I wonder if it has a retractable spoiler on the trunk? ;)

Dave

thstone 09-27-2017 07:38 PM

Did you hear that 1%-10% will randomly sink without warning...

PaulE 09-28-2017 06:46 AM

The propellers run off intermediate shafts with "lubricated for life" bearings. The engine's cooling system fittings are glued in. You need to make sure an aftermarket pop off valve is installed before ordering the engine room to go full speed ahead. I wonder what the nautical "experts" think of it. As a bicycle "expert" I scoff at the high price Porsche and BMW bicycles that are offered for sale.

But after $1 million plus priced super cars, you need to go somewhere!

Blackcloud 09-28-2017 08:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thstone (Post 550830)
Did you hear that 1%-10% will randomly sink without warning...

Ha ha ha ha...pretty funny!

mikefocke 09-28-2017 11:09 AM

Yacht makers seldom make the engines. Outfits like MAN and CAT and Yamar have the market and the infrastructure to maintain these 200-2000 HP diesel sucking devices. And if you think maintaining a Porsche is expensive ...

boxfix 09-28-2017 08:06 PM

that thing is really ugly!!!

I just went to the Newport RI boat show and saw some really beautiful yachts!!!

kk2002s 09-29-2017 03:05 AM

Porsche staying true to their design form
You can't tell the front from the back (Bow to Stern)

I agree, not to attractive, but I'l bet it takes corners well

I wonder if Toyota advised them how to build it

Burg Boxster 09-29-2017 06:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikefocke (Post 550894)
...these 200-2000 HP diesel sucking devices.

Don't worry, Mike, it's a Porsche diesel with emission cheating software installed as standard so not to disappoint you.

:rolleyes:

PaulE 09-29-2017 06:23 AM

For a real ship engine a GE LM 2500, 5000 or 6000 will give you plenty of power!


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