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What does the S stand for?
What does the "s" stand for in the different Porsche models? I am looking at a couple of newer Porches but would like to know this. So far I understand that it could mean "super" or "sport". Would really like to know this.
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05-08-2006, 11:37 AM
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It really depends on the car in question. Porsche has used it's various labels in different ways through the years. Sometimes it means a lot, sometimes it's more marketing than anything. It usually denotes a higher performance version of the basic car. "Super" was probably the original meaning. In some markets (ie. the UK) it might mean "sport," as appplied to a certain optional package available at a particular time.
So, what car are we talking about here? JR
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I'm not sure if it denotes a particular word such as sport or whatever, but it is the racing/performance variant with special brakes and suspension components plus a higher-output motor. On Ebay it usually translates to 'Spensive, whether it is an original or one that has been upgraded to the S specs. There is a lot of legend surrounding the older S models with the mechanical fuel injection, they are kind of the 'holy grail' of Porsches to some. Just keep in mind there really is no 'slow'
or 'low-performance' 911 - they are all purpose-built sports cars. Buy one and drive it, you won't regret it. Joe
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Edith: OK, I´m not sure. I think it means "Siegrun" or "Sieglinde". Last edited by carrera84; 05-08-2006 at 03:39 PM.. |
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it stands for STOP and Start over. That was first post, so the Pelican ritual is you 'Splain a bit about your car and maybe even put in a picture or two.
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