Do You Think You Can Afford A 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
Topics: cars, performance auto parts, fast cars, car reviews
Virtually every car nut, okay enthusiast, that I know would love to own a 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. It is a street racer with an incredibly powerful V10 engine and a body made of carbon fiber which makes it so lightweight.
In 2004 Porsche brought out the Carrera GT and it was so perfect that only minor adjustments are present in the 2005 version. To make the car a bit more comfortable to drive the seat height is now adjustable and also includes thigh bolsters to help make the legs more secure. The look of the Carrera GT is unmistakable. The low profile, ultra-light racer is a sight to behold and the interior is just as flawless as the outside.
Okay, onto the cool stuff. Most of you are probably like me and just want to know the answer to the question, What makes it go so fast? For starters, the roadster comes with a 5.7 liter, 605 horsepower V10 that can do 205 miles per hour! Every effort has been made to make the car as light as possible while maintaining safety, even the transmission mounts are made of carbon-reinforced plastic.
The level of sophistication in the cars suspension is so incredible that even the shape of the components increase the aerodynamics. Light materials like magnesium are employed for the huge wheels and the frames of the unique sports seats which results in not only a faster car but a safer one as well.
So what kind of impact did using all these lightweight materials have on the performance of the vehicle? How about a zero to 60 time of only 3.9 seconds? Thats plenty quick isnt it? It also reaches 100 miles per hour in under seven seconds and 125 in less than ten.
The engine that makes all of this possible is the 5.5 liter V-10 which was created in Porsches development center in Weissach, Germany and has been bored to 5.7. With a super low center of gravity, sixty eight degree V angle, and using the technology of multiple valves with four per cylinder it is no surprise that this engine delivers such outstanding performance and with the engine block, crank, and cam shafts all constructed of light weight alloys it only weighs in at a little over 470 pounds!
Okay, we know it goes fast so how do I stop it? The Carrera GT is equipped with a high tech braking system featuring ceramic brakes which are the first ever used in an on road car. When a car goes this fast its good to know it has a state of the art brake system to stop it!
Everyone loves the 2005 Porsche Carrera GT with its signature look that and performance that leaves you breathless the only question left is, How much?
$440,000, Can you afford it?
Gregg Hall is an author and internet marketing consultant living in Navarre Florida. For more on performance car parts for your car go to www.performanceautopartsplus.com
Previous Articles Highlighter:
Things To Consider Before You Get A Debt Consolidation Loan (1)
Look Out for More Cards. One of the most dangerous things about getting a debt consolidation loan is that, since your credit cards have all been paid off, it can be tempting to accept the next few offers you get for new ones.
Why To Wait A Year For A Hybrid Car (2)
There are essentially two different types of hybrid cars on today's market. One type uses the gasoline engine to charge a battery. The battery then runs the electric motor in the car.
Skincare Advice For Everyone (3)
Although, you may not think of it as a blessing when you are young it is actually a blessing in disguise because it naturally guards against wrinkles and the effects of aging.
The First True Production Model Porsche The Porsche 356 (4)
Max Hoffman was the only Porsche importer in the United States back then and wanted a lower priced, speedy version to market to Americans. So in 1954 the company manufactured the 356 Speedster with a removable windshield, bucket seats, and a very basic folding top.
Should You Sell Your Car Or Trade It In? (5)
Prospective buyers will be willing to pay more for cars that are in better condition. Have your records in order. This shows prospective buyers that you have taken care of your car and are prepared.
How To Pinstripe Your Car (6)
Gregg Hall is a business consultant and author for many online and offline businesses and lives in Navarre Florida with his 16 year old son. Get car care products for your car from www.5starshine.com
How To Find Affordable Sports Cars (7)
Of course the bargain shopper needs to enter the market well informed. Many seemingly great deals can really be busts for a buyer if they are not sufficiently educated.
Popular Shoes For Summer Of 2006 (8)
The basic sandal is an easy and comfortable look that goes with nearly anything in casual wear. Let's take a look at some of the dressier styles of sandals.
Build Your Home Yourself And Put Thousands Of Dollars In Your Own Pocket (9)
Now that you see it isnt all that difficult you should try to build your next home yourself and save that money for something else, like retirement and vacations. Gregg Hall is a consultant for online and offline businesses and lives in Navarre Florida.
A Look At Adwords And Premium Advertising On Google (10)
Let's say that gives you top position. You might then get even more users and a higher click-through rate of 2%. That higher rate would reduce your price to 50 cents (0.01 divided by 2%).
Newer Articles Highlighter:
Why Should You Wear A Helmet When You Ride Your Motorcycle (1)
If you value your brain and your life you should be responsible enough to wear a helmet. Some of the factors that you should consider when buying a motorcycle helmet are below.
What Determines Whether A Car Is A Sports Car (2)
In the 1960s, John Delorean decided to drop a large V8 into a Pontiac Tempest. His new invention, the GTO, ushered in the muscle car era. Purists might argue the American muscle cars were not sports cars, but simply cars making use of sports car refinements.
Why Credit Cards Destroy Your Debt Reduction Plans (3)
It's like taking the way phone bills work and applying it to everything you buy - and that can't be a good idea. Money For Nothing. Using credit cards is a great way of losing a percentage of your income to a credit card company in exchange for nothing.
Some Ideas For Debt Negotiation (4)
It might seem strange, but they're happy you're paying at all - there are plenty of people who just don't pay and have to be chased, costing their creditors time and money.
How To Buy A New Car Without Getting Ripped Off (5)
You didn't just walk in and buy your house did you? No, you probably asked for comparison sales in the neighborhood, asked the realtor to reduce their commission, and anything else you could get to lower the price of the home.
How To Easily Set Up Your Own Online Jewelry Store (6)
How sweet is that? When you first get started many wholesalers will require you to pay for the merchandise upfront or pay a deposit to get started doing business with them.
What Do You Consider To Be A Home Improvement Project (7)
If you are remodeling your home and need to empty a room, where are you going to put everything? If you are like me, your garage is already full.
How To Choose A Travel Agent You Wont Regret (8)
The reason this is important is that allows the travel agents the ability to network with other members of the group such as cruise lines, airlines, hotels, and many other travel related companies.
An Insider Look At Auto Dealerships (9)
If you are older you can probably remember dealers throwing your car keys on the roof of the dealership, cars with no window stickers and going to used car lots where they had rolled back the miles on the cars.
How To Buy A New Car Without Being Taken For A Ride (10)
This can be avoided by taking some simple precautions and being prepared ahead of time. Take a look at these suggestions and commit them to memory so that you don't get taken to the cleaners on your next automotive purchase.
Permalink to Do You Think You Can Afford A 2005 Porsche Carrera GT