Another virtual unveiling folks! The limited edition and very new Porsche 911 Speedster will be unveiled virtually on Tuesday, 2 June 2020 at 08:00 pm on Porsche Malaysia social platforms like their Instagram and Facebook channels as well as their dealer websites. One link, which is to their Facebook page can be clicked through HERE. The newest Porsche Speedster is limited to only 1948 units globally and due to the Movement Control Order here in Malaysia, official distributors of Porsche here, Sime Darby Auto Performance are launching it online.
The new 2020 Porsche 911 Speedster is powered by a four-litre naturally aspirated flat-six engine which is coupled to a six-speed GT manual transmission. It makes 510 hp and can actually rev to a heady 9,000 rpm. It can be optionally outfitted with the Heritage Design Package which has a lot of traditional Porsche design cues from yesteryear.
“We’d normally love to have our fellow enthusiasts at our Porsche Centres to have their personal look and feel of the car, but given the current circumstances, we had to change our plans slightly to share this exciting news. The 911 Speedster caused a sensation when it was presented as a concept vehicle, and we are excited to announce the launch of this limited edition heritage model on our digital platforms. We anticipate this being the new normal for the foreseeable future,” said Christopher Hunter, Chief Executive Officer of Sime Darby Auto Performance on the reason why the company is doing this unveiling online.
Porsche 911 Speedster
The 911 Speedster combines the aspiration of a puristic, driver-oriented vehicle with
motor sports technology suitable for everyday use. It accelerates from zero to 100
km/h in 4.0 seconds and reaches a top speed of 310 km/h. Featuring a high-revving
375 kW (510 hp) four-litre naturally aspirated boxer engine accompanied by a six-
speed GT manual transmission, the new 911 Speedster delivers not only an emotive
drive, but a thrilling auricular experience in the cockpit.
Visually, the new Speedster establishes a bridge to its own history – to the forebear of all
Porsche sports cars, the 356 “No. 1” Roadster from 1948, and is limited to only 1,948 units worldwide. Note the number 48 in the photo right at the start of this article.
The new 911 Speedster can optionally be fitted with a Heritage Design package.
Developed by Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur, this reminder of the pioneering days of
motorsport reinterprets classic elements from the 1950s and 1960s and takes the
driver back to the roots of the Porsche brand. The two-tone leather interior package
in the Heritage Design Package provides a distinct classic look to complement the
historical reference of the exterior.
A more digital approach for Porsche Malaysia due to the COVID-19 Outbreak
Given the new norm and the current circumstances, Sime Darby Auto Performance
will be placing more emphasis on digital touchpoints and contactless processes for its
customers, to bring the Porsche experience to them in a safer way.
“When our premises resumed operations during the CMCO, several health and safety
measures in line with government regulations were implemented to minimize the risk
of transmission. Temperature checking, usage of face masks, sanitizing spray points,
and constant disinfecting of touchpoints throughout the premises is standard practice.
Demo and service cars also receive our full attention, with a thorough disinfection
before and after each test drive, while showroom visits and test-drives are by
appointment only to help maintain social distancing,” said Christopher Hunter.
He also added, “All our Porsche dealer websites now form the basis for local news,
events and special sales packages, and we will continue to expand on this. Events
which would normally involve larger gatherings at the dealership previously, are now
becoming digital and will be streaming from this platform for the foreseeable future.
New systems have also now been integrated into this platform such as our Porsche
Finder tool, where customers can find their ideal Porsche from the comfort of their
own home.”
The debut of the new 911 Speedster will take place on Tuesday, 2 June at 08:00 pm and will be available to view on Porsche Malaysia’s Facebook, Instagram and dealer website channels –
Porsche Centre Penang
Porsche Centre Ara Damansara
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