There was a time when Porsche's slogan was "There is no substitute" - and that tagline became a part of everyday lore when it was uttered by Tom Cruise in the 1983 movie, RISKY BUSINESS. Fast forward to 2014 and the phrase no doubt continued to ring true. This 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo S offers world class performance that's packaged in an exterior with equally world class curb appeal and, with just a little over 14,000 miles under its belt - barely more than a year's worth of driving for most of us - this absolutely state-of-the-art automobile is in top form in all respects.
From front to back, this Porsche retains the newly minted appearance it had upon leaving the factory. Its exterior is dressed in Agate Gray Metallic, and the paint has a consistently great gloss to it. Step in closer and you'll notice the absence of any concerning blemishes that might result from flying road-bound debris - a coating of XPEL PPF film protects the front half of the car and it has done its job well. A pair of well-proportioned scoops just in front of the rear wheels help keep the brakes nice and cool and the contrasting yellow calipers that peek out from the spoked wheels create an outstanding visual. Should you find yourself out on the road and decide it's time to let some sunshine in, the featured sunroof is in perfect working order to abide.
Step over the carbon fiber sill guards with their Turbo S lighting and lower yourself into the driver's seat to get a better idea of the magic that this Porsche wields. Its two-tone black and platinum gray interior is on a par with what's on display outside the doors, and everything inside remains in stock configuration and looking its best. The power, climate-controlled bucket seats wear embroidered Porsche crest emblems on their headrests and if you peer beyond the multifunction heated steering wheel, you'll see that the gracefully layered instruments in the cluster appear just as they did when this car was new. Comfort and convenience amenities abound and include a premium Burmester stereo with Bluetooth connectivity, a navigation system and back-up camera that display their readings on a sizable display at the center of the dash, adaptive cruise control, park assist and much more.
This Porsche's outstanding power comes from a 3.8-liter, twin-turbocharged flat 6 engine that pairs with a 7-speed automatic transmission featuring a dual clutch for precise, silky smooth gear changes. While in America we generally associate only sizable displacement with otherworldly power, this relatively compact engine will quickly dispel that notion. It churns out a jaw dropping 560 horsepower, which is enough to rocket this elite sports car from 0-60 in about 3 seconds. Porsche's Launch Control ensures that output is directed to the asphalt with maximum efficiency, while all-wheel drive provides comforting surefootedness regardless of the road conditions you might find yourself in. And handling? When Car and Driver tested the 911 Turbo S upon its release, it logged an incredible 1.09g on the skidpad and it's equipped with Porsche's Dynamic Chassis Control, which keeps the car as flat as possible during aggressive cornering. Fresh off its 15,000-mile service, this Porsche is running to perfection, delivering an experience behind the wheel that's second to none - there really IS no substitute.
The chance to own a truly world-class performance machine, at a fraction of the original MSRP of $198K, and in top running condition doesn't come along often, but that's just the opportunity that this 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo S presents. Call today!
