Why are German car brands so popular?
German car brands have long been known for sophisticated engineering, luxury and innovation. Almost everyone can point to their influence on the automotive industry, shaping trends and setting new standards in performance, technology and design. From iconic names like Mercedes Benz and BMW More accessible publicGerman cars occupy an important position in the hearts of many car enthusiasts. Let's take a look at the reasons why German car brands are so popular: 1. German engineering advantages One of the biggest factors in the German car brands' success so far has been their strict adherence to engineering prowess. Precision Engineering: Their engineers are renowned for their accuracy, precision and attention to quality detail. Excellent quality: From the engine to the interior, every part of a German car reflects its emphasis on quality. Safety: Anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, and advanced driver assistance systems are some very basic examples of why German cars are at the forefront of automotive safety. Reshaping the…
Jay Leno drives the Lab Eleven 911
“Legends never die.” That might sound a bit exaggerated, but there is some truth to it. Look at the Porsche 911. Sixty years later, it's still in production. Even some old models have become new, in a way, thanks to companies like Singer and Gunther Werks. Recently, Jay Leno had a uniquely modified, traditionally styled 911 shipped to his garage, built by a company called Lab Eleven. As Axel Weller, Lab Eleven's US distributor, explains, although the company's cars are built and modified in Italy, they are not just German cars; PorscheAccording to him, about 90% of Lab Eleven's creations are made up of original Porsche parts to ensure they can be repaired by any Porsche dealer and equipped with parts from Porsche classic cars. The retro-style car he showed Leno was originally a 1995 993-generation 911 that was completely stripped down, sandblasted, and fitted with all-metal parts, including an aluminum trunk lid, original Porsche fenders, 930 Turbo flares, and…
41K Miles 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera G50
this Daily Selection yes A 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera coupe with 41K miles is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a New York dealer. Certain car and color combinations are iconic. Take the 2008 Mustang Bullitt, for example; it's hard to imagine it in any color other than Deep Highland Green. The natural color of a Plymouth Prowler is purple. And as our latest Pick of the Day, a 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe with 41K miles, shows, Guards Red was a perfect match for 911s of that era. Judging by the photos, this Carrera 3.2 in Guards Red is in excellent condition, which isn't surprising considering it has only 41,630 miles on it and was just removed from long-term storage. As part of the mechanical update, the car received a number of updates. The sunroof received new seals, and the 16-inch Fuchs wheels were fitted with new 205/55 Michelin XGT V4 front and 225/50 Fulda Carat Extremo rear tires.…
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera C4 Cabriolet
Featured Car Hunter Networkan online auction platform operated by ClassicCars.com, is this 2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet. It is all-wheel drive and is powered by the M96 3.4-liter flat-six engine, mated to a six-speed manual transmission. Features include xenon headlights, a speed-activated rear spoiler, 18-inch Sport Classic wheels, automatic climate control, a Becker Porsche radio, replaced IMS bearings, and four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes. This 996.1 911 is finished in Speed Yellow with a black cloth power retractable top and black leather interior, and is now available with a CARFAX report, original owner's manual, and a clean title. The Speed Yellow body sits under a power-retractable black cloth soft top. Exterior features include paint protection film on the hood, xenon headlights, heated power mirrors, and a speed-activated rear spoiler. The CARFAX report shows the car sustained damage to the left front in 2007, damage to the rear bumper and taillight assembly in 2012, and minor damage in 2014. This 911…