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Q: Visual Studio 2017 - Could not load file or assembly 'System.Runtime, Version=4.1.0.0' or one of its dependencies I am using Visual Studio 2017 and am trying to create a .Net Standard 1.5 library and use it in a .Net 4.6.2 nUnit test project.
I am getting the following error...

Could not load file or assembly 'System.Runtime, Version=4.1.0.0,
  Culture=neutral, PublicKeyToken=b03f5f7f11d50a3a' or one of its
  dependencies. The system cannot find the file specified.

I have tried the following:

*

*Reference Std library as project reference. Error: gives me the previous error.

*Create a NuGet pkg for my Std library and reference that. Error: The type is System.String, expecting System.String. This is because System.Runtime ended up getting referenced by the project and it has definitions for all the standard types.

*Reference NuGet pkg NetStandard.Library. Error: give me the same error as # ("The type is System.String, expecting System.String"). NOTE: Before I did this, I cleared ALL NuGet packages from the project and then added just the nUnit and NetStandard.Library packages (which installed 45 other packages).

Is this a bug? Is there a work-around? Any help is appreciated.

A: I encounter this issue recently and I tried many things mentioned in this thread and others. I added package reference for "System.Runtime" by nuget package manager, fixed the binding redicts in app.config, and make sure that app.config and package.config have the same version for the assembly. However, the problem persisted.
Finally, I removed the <dependentAssembly> tag for the assembly and the problem dissappeared. So, try removing the following in your app.config.
<dependentAssembly>
    <assemblyIdentity name="System.Runtime" publicKeyToken="b03f5f7f11d50a3a" culture="neutral" />
    <bindingRedirect oldVersion="0.0.0.0-4.1.0.0" newVersion="4.1.1.0" />
</dependentAssembly>

Edit:
After I update .NET framework to 4.7.2, the problem resurfaced. I tried the above trick but it didn't work. After wasting many hours, I realized the problem is occurring because of an old System.Linq reference in app.config. Therefore, either remove or update all Linq references also to get rid of this problem.

A: This issue has many causes... in my case the problem was that in my web.config a tag adding the System.Runtime assembly:
<assemblies>
    <add assembly="System.Runtime, Version=4.0.0.0, Culture=neutral, PublicKeyToken=b03f5f7f11d50a3a" />
</assemblies>

but one package also added the same assembly as dependency with other version:
<package id="System.Runtime" version="4.3.0" targetFramework="net47" />

removing the <add assembly> tag from my web.config resolved the issue.

A: Into app.config or web.config add
<dependentAssembly>
    <assemblyIdentity name="System.Runtime" publicKeyToken="b03f5f7f11d50a3a" culture="neutral"/>
    <bindingRedirect oldVersion="0.0.0.0-5.0.0.0" newVersion="4.0.0.0"/>
</dependentAssembly>

A: Seems like the issue is caused when there is version conflict between packages.config and app.config. In app.config you have assembly binding redirects automatically generated by thing called "AutoGenerateBindingRedirects". When enabled each time you download nuget package it will, additionaly to making new entry in packages.config, add this binding redirect information to app.config, what's the purpose of this is explained here: Assembly Binding redirect: How and Why?
There you can read what user @Evk wrote:

Why are binding redirects needed at all? Suppose you have application
  A that references library B, and also library C of version 1.1.2.5.
  Library B in turn also references library C, but of version 1.1.1.0.
  Now we have a conflict, because you cannot load different versions of
  the same assembly at runtime. To resolve this conflict you might use
  binding redirect, usually to the new version

So,
QUICK FIX:
Remove all  entries in app.config.
In my case just by doing that program started working, but it will probably work only if you don't have any version conflicts of the same assembly at runtime.
If you do have such conflict you should fix these version numbers in app.config to match actually used versions of assemblies, but manual process is painful, so I suggest to auto-generate them again by opening Package Manager Console and perform packages reinstallation by typing Update-Package -reinstall

A: This issue happens when you reference a .NET Standard project from a .NET 4.x project: none of the .NET Standard project's nuget package references are brought in as dependencies.
To fix this, you need to ensure your .NET 4.x csproj file is pointing to current build tools (at least 14):
<Project ToolsVersion="15.0">...

The below should no longer be needed, it was fixed around VS 15.3:
There was a known bug in VS2017, specifically in NuGet 4.0.
To work around the bug, you'll need to open up the .csproj file for your .NET 4.x project and add this snippet:
<ItemGroup>
  <PackageReference Include="Legacy2CPSWorkaround" Version="1.0.0">
    <PrivateAssets>All</PrivateAssets>
  </PackageReference>
</ItemGroup>

NuGet 4.x brings with it the "package reference" -- no more packages.config -- but the old 4.x pipeline was not fully updated at the time of VS2017's launch. The above snippet seems to "wake up" the build system to correctly include package references from dependencies.

A: Trust me, I am not joking.
Remove all the System.Runtime dependencies from your app.config and it will start working.

A: This issue happens when you reference a .NET Standard project from a .NET 4.x project: none of the .NET Standard project's nuget package references are brought in as dependencies.
I resolved by add System.Runtime 4.3 and NETStandard.Library package and !!important!! I use refactor tool to look up the System.Runtime.dll version, It is 4.1.1.1 not 4.3 and then add an  bindingRedirect in .config
<dependentAssembly>
    <assemblyIdentity name="System.Runtime" publicKeyToken="b03f5f7f11d50a3a" culture="neutral" />
    <bindingRedirect oldVersion="0.0.0.0-5.0.0.0" newVersion="4.1.1.1" />
</dependentAssembly>

A: it is too late I know, howewer there is no succesfully answer. I found the answer from another website. I fixed the issue when I delete the System.Runtime assemblydependency. I deleted this.
<dependentAssembly>
<assemblyIdentity name="System.Runtime" publicKeyToken="b03f5f7f11d50a3a" culture="neutral"/>
<bindingRedirect oldVersion="0.0.0.0-4.1.2.0" newVersion="4.1.2.0"/>
</dependentAssembly>

Best Regards

A: I had an issue with this in an NUnit 2.6.4 project targeting dotnet framework 4.6.2. I ran into that System.Runtime FileNotFound error trying to use Humanizer.
I fixed my error by installing NetStandard.Library into my unit test project.

A: We have found that AutoGenerateBindingRedirects might be causing this issue.
Observed: the same project targeting net45 and netstandard1.5 was successfully built on one machine and failed to build on the other. Machines had different versions of the framework installed (4.6.1 - success and 4.7.1 - failure). After upgrading framework on the first machine to 4.7.1 the build also failed.
Error Message:
 System.IO.FileNotFoundException : Could not load file or assembly 'System.Runtime, Version=4.1.0.0, Culture=neutral, PublicKeyToken=b03f5f7f11d50a3a' or one of its dependencies. The system cannot find the file specified.
  ----> System.IO.FileNotFoundException : Could not load file or assembly 'System.Runtime, Version=4.0.0.0, Culture=neutral, PublicKeyToken=b03f5f7f11d50a3a' or one of its dependencies. The system cannot find the file specified.

Auto binding redirects is a feature of .net 4.5.1. Whenever nuget detects that the project is transitively referencing different versions of the same assembly it will automatically generate the config file in the output directory redirecting all the versions to the highest required version.
In our case it was rebinding all versions of System.Runtime to Version=4.1.0.0. .net 4.7.1 ships with a 4.3.0.0 version of runtime. So redirect binding was mapping to a version that was not available in a contemporary version of framework.
The problem was fixed with disabling auto binding redirects for 4.5 target and leaving it for .net core only.
<PropertyGroup Condition="'$(TargetFramework)' == 'net45'">
  <AutoGenerateBindingRedirects>false</AutoGenerateBindingRedirects>
</PropertyGroup>

A: Ran into this just now in a Unit Test project after adding MsTest V2 through Nuget.  Renaming app.config (so effectively removing it) did the trick for me.
Having read through all the above posts, I'm still not sure why, sorry!

A: Before running the unit tests, just remove the runtime tags from app.config file. Problem  will be solved.

A: I resolved that error by referencing the NetStandard.Library and the following app.config File in the NUnit-Project.
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?>
<configuration>
<runtime>
    <assemblyBinding xmlns="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:asm.v1">
        <dependentAssembly>
            <assemblyIdentity name="System.Runtime" publicKeyToken="b03f5f7f11d50a3a" culture="neutral" />
            <bindingRedirect oldVersion="0.0.0.0-4.1.1.0" newVersion="4.1.1.0" />
        </dependentAssembly>
        <dependentAssembly>
            <assemblyIdentity name="System.Reflection" publicKeyToken="b03f5f7f11d50a3a" culture="neutral" />
            <bindingRedirect oldVersion="0.0.0.0-4.1.1.0" newVersion="4.1.1.0" />
        </dependentAssembly>
        <dependentAssembly>
            <assemblyIdentity name="System.Runtime.InteropServices" publicKeyToken="b03f5f7f11d50a3a" culture="neutral" />
            <bindingRedirect oldVersion="0.0.0.0-4.1.0.0" newVersion="4.1.1.0" />
        </dependentAssembly>
    </assemblyBinding>
</runtime>

Edit
If anything other than System.Runtime, System.Reflection or System.Runtime.InteropServices is missing (e.g. System.Linq), then just add a new dependentAssembly node.
Edit 2
In new Visual Studio Versions (2017 15.8 I think) it's possible that Studio creates the app.config File. Just check the Auto-generate binding redirects Checkbox in Project-Properties - Application.

Edit 3
Auto-generate binding redirects does not work well with .NET Classlibraries.
Adding the following lines to the csproj files solves this and a working .config file for the Classlibary will be generated.
<PropertyGroup>
  <AutoGenerateBindingRedirects>true</AutoGenerateBindingRedirects>
  <GenerateBindingRedirectsOutputType>true</GenerateBindingRedirectsOutputType>
</PropertyGroup>

A: I fixed it by deleting my app.config with
<assemblyIdentity name="System.Runtime" ....>

entries.
app.config was automatically added (but not needed) during refactoring

A: I had the same problem and no suggested solutions that I found worked.
My solution for this issue was:
Check App.config and packages.config to see if the versions match.
Originally my app.config contained:
<dependentAssembly>
  <assemblyIdentity name="System.Runtime" publicKeyToken="b03f5f7f11d50a3a" culture="neutral" />
  <bindingRedirect oldVersion="0.0.0.0-4.1.1.0" newVersion="4.1.1.0" />
</dependentAssembly>

But the packages.config contained:
<package id="System.Runtime" version="4.3.0" targetFramework="net461" requireReinstallation="true" />

I modified the app.config entry to match packages.config for the newVersion:
<dependentAssembly>
  <assemblyIdentity name="System.Runtime" publicKeyToken="b03f5f7f11d50a3a" culture="neutral" />
  <bindingRedirect oldVersion="0.0.0.0-4.1.1.0" newVersion="4.3.0" />
</dependentAssembly>

After the change, the issue was resolved.

A: I ended up in this situation several times with my .NET 4.6.1 web site. I created the problem each time when I added a reference to a separate .NET Core project. Upon building, Visual Studio correctly alerted me that such cross-framework references are invalid, and I quickly deleted the project reference. The project built fine after that, but the System.Runtime error appeared when accessing the web site and refused to go away.
The fix each time was lame but effective: I deleted the project directory and redownloaded it from source control. Even though there was no difference between before and after, I was able to build the project and access the page with no complaints.

A: I tried all the solutions here, but to no avail. Eventually, I solved it by opening the new csproj file and manually added the following section:
<Reference Include="System.Runtime, Version=4.1.1.0, Culture=neutral, PublicKeyToken=b03f5f7f11d50a3a">
<HintPath>..\packages\System.Runtime.4.3.0\lib\net462\System.Runtime.dll</HintPath>
</Reference>

A: I fixed the problem by removing the Nuget Package System.Runtime and then reinstalling it

A: In my case, I just deleted all the content in the packages folder in the solution's root directory.
I had tried to add a reference to a .NET Core 3.1 Class Library project to the solution having an ASP.NET 4.6.1 project. Then I started to get the same error except for the version: Could not load file or assembly 'System.Runtime, Version=4.2.2.0, Culture=neutral, PublicKeyToken=b03f5f7f11d50a3a'.

A: I had a similar problem in VS 2017 15.45 - I found when I checked that even though the project compiled and ran it came up with a system.IO.FileNotFoundException with regard to System.Runtime when I tried to access TPL Dataflow objects.
When I checked the projects in the solution, one of them (the top one) was missing the System.Runtime package used by the underlying projects. Once I installed it from Nuget it all worked correctly.

A: I'm using ASP.Net CORE 2.1 and I got this error when I ran by selecting a .csproj from a list of about 40 in a big repo. When I opened the csproj file individually, the error was resolved. Something with how the program was launched was different when the csproj was opened.

A: I solve this issue by switching from .NET 4.7.2 => .NET 4.5.2 and then switch back to 472.
So in some cases this error  occurs because package manager unable resolve dependences

A: If it's working previously, then there should be an App.config change. Undo App.config worked for me.

A: I had a project with the same problem , I solved it with change dotnet core version from 2.2 to 2.0,
If your problem has remained , Try this solution

A: I have also gone through this error and sharing how i got rid off to it.
In my case below line existed in web.config of webapi project but there was not package reference in package.config file.
Code in Web.config in Webapi Project
<dependentAssembly>
    <assemblyIdentity name="System.Runtime" publicKeyToken="B03F5F7F11D50A3A" culture="neutral" />
    <bindingRedirect oldVersion="0.0.0.0-4.1.2.0" newVersion="4.3.0" />
</dependentAssembly>

Code I Added in packages.config file in web api project Before closing of  element.
<package id="System.Runtime" version="4.3.0" targetFramework="net461" />

Another Solution Worked in My Case:
Another Sure short that may work in case you copied project to another Computer system that may have little different package versions that you can try changing assembly version to version given in error on website / webapi when you run it. Like in this case as given in question Version needed is '4.1.0.0' so simply try changing current version in web.config to version shown in error as below
Error:
Could not load file or assembly 'System.Runtime, Version=4.1.0.0' or one of its dependencies

A: I had this error occur when building an Azure Function (with a queue trigger, should it make a difference)
The issue in this case was because the AzureFunctionsVersion was set to v2 instead of v3. To update it via VS2019, unload the project then edit the csproj file. Within the PropertyGroup node, add/edit the following:
<PropertyGroup>
  <AzureFunctionsVersion>v3</AzureFunctionsVersion>
</PropertyGroup>

A: For me, it was the missing 'web.config' file. After adding it to the deployed project directory in asp net core 3.1 app, the problem was solved.

A: I had the same issue closing and reopening the project fixed the issue for me.

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Spectrum of Defence: Zone (Part 2)
September 22, 2020 /0 Comments/in Strategies, Video /by Felix Shardlow
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Let's take a look at the other side of the spectrum- Zone defence. In zones, defenders take up a position relative to the disc and then cover that space. Zones tend to have one of two goals. Either zones pressure shorter options and bait throwers into attempting high risk throws, or, zones leave easier options in the backfield open, and contain downfield options in the hope that over many throws the offence will make an unforced error. Zones thrive in poor weather conditions where the likelihood of routine mistakes and difficulty of expansive throws both dramatically increase.
The key problem that zones face is that it's almost impossible to take away all the options when players take up positions instead of marking players. Therefore zones tend to rely on the offence's poor decision making or execution errors to generate turns. Zones also require communication and awareness from defenders – keeping track of the disc position, restricting the space on the field in coordination with your teammates and avoiding double coverage – all complex processes which leave plenty of opportunity for critical errors, even in the very best zones.
Few teams play zone defence as a primary strategy in modern day ultimate. Throwers are so proficient at making precise and patient throws that zones may slow the tempo an offence but rarely cause consistent turns. Of course zone defence in adverse weather situations remains prevalent but transition zones are becoming more and more popular. Teams like Raleigh Ring of Fire and recently New York Pony may play zone for the first few passes or until the disc passes a certain point on the field before snapping to 1-1 matchups.
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Japan v USA p07: Japan Pointing & Shouting but leaving Schlachet Unmarked
September 18, 2020 /0 Comments/in Analysis, Video /by Felix Shardlow
Japan don't care about marking players who are behind the disc – you can see #17 look around to find alternate marking options when his player occupies the backfield. He does however make a mistake at the end of the clip by paying too much attention to the thrower and biting on a backfield threat.
#3 Yasuo Takahashi, top left, bumps into Beau early on in the clip, then points and shouts in order to pass him off to a deeper defender. When #19 Mickle comes near to him, he takes him as a mark, but doesn't follow him into the backfield – instead takes the force.
#19 Masashi Koike as the central defender is the first to point and shout to pass off an offence player who is jogging deep. Note how often he looks at the disc, checks the space around him, points to any nearby offensive options, and closes down offensive players when they are potential threats (depending on the status of the disc).
#7 Yuta Inomata enters screen left after a few seconds, and is also clearly conditioned to point and shout at any nearby offensive players, as he does three times in these first few seconds of defense. He makes a mistake however – not marking #4 Schlacket, who receives the "zone-busting" pass at the end of the clip (though I would not call this defence a 'zone').
The reason Inomata did not mark Schlacket was two-fold – firstly, he was in a zonal mindset, (falsely) trusting that #19 Koike would pick up any player in the middle of the field.
Secondly, he was drawn towards drawn towards a deeper offensive player who must have posed a threat (we can't say for certain as we can't see the deep marking). #19 Koike, who starts as a central defender, was occupied with a live offensive threat on the sideline, however by slightly poaching he sent a false-positive signal to #7 Inomata that he could cover a central offensive threat, hence why this player was left unmarked.
If the deep marking was tighter then this would have sent Koike a positive signal that he could commit to marking Schlacket and not worry about the deeper threat. Of course the tighter deep marking would have increased the risk of a USA huck – which was likely against the general Japanese team-strategy for this game.
The interesting positive theme of this clip is the repeated pointing and shouting whenever a Japanese defender identifies a potential offensive threat – even if it isn't always directed towards a specific teammate. This is clearly a cornerstone of the defence – communicate the location of offensive players through gesticulation and vocalisation.
What could be improved, is making sure every offensive player is covered, as this would help prevent the "zone-buster" to Schlacket. It's worth noting the root cause of the offensive player being unmarked was a knock-on effect of poaching (by #19 and the deep defenders), meaning #7 Inomata felt he could pass off Schlacket rather than mark him.
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Spectrum of Defence: Matchups (Part 1)
September 10, 2020 /0 Comments/in Hexagon Ultimate, Strategies, Video /by Felix Shardlow
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Spectrum of Defence: Flash Poaching (Part 3)
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Spectrum of Defence: Flexagon Defence (Part 5)
Hi everybody, this is the spectrum of defensive coverage, which categorises the degree to which a team is defending space, or defending players. In this video we're going to look at examples of the different concepts along this spectrum, their pros and cons, and why defences might want to play them at different times. For more info on Flexagon defence, which is my speciality, check out the videos on the felixultimate YouTube and patreon channels.
On the far left of this spectrum is Match defence where each defender matches up against an offensive player and aims to stop that individual getting free. Conventional match defence is extremely individualistic allowing defenders to pick favourable match-ups that correspond to their abilities. The basic teamwork that is happening at this end of the spectrum revolves around the force – the defender marking the thrower is tasked with pressuring particular types of throws or throws to a designated area called the break side, whilst the downfield defenders mark their matchups accordingly, usually by guarding moves to the open side as a priority over moves to the break side.
Offences exploit the reactive nature of match defence by forming vertical and side stacks which lead all the defenders into a small area and leave large open spaces for the offence to cut into. Match defence is also vulnerable as it places a disproportionate responsibility on the person marking the thrower to pressure all break-side throws.Most ultimate players have probably run a 3 person break force drill and have routinely broken the force time and time again, try this drill with your eyes closed on disc and you may be surprised at how successful you can be. [Insert video of blindfold breakforce, record one at next disc golf sesh] This means that break side throws are common in almost all high and intermediate level ultimate games.
Few high level teams play pure 1 to 1 match defence nowadays, most encourage a level of flash poaching and reactive switching in situations where a score must be stopped, or where a turnover can be generated. The more that players can lock on to a 1 to 1 match-up, the less on-field teamwork is used, which simplifies the task for defenders and allows them to focus on shutting down their matchup. This leads to a sustained level of pressure over time, with many bids possible from an athletic team. Teams that tend to have an athletic advantage over their opponents like Clapham, Fury and Grut have used match defence to great success as they can consistently shut out their match-ups without the need for team Defence.
If you think I'm doing worthwhile work and you're benefiting from my videos, and if you want to see the rest of the Spectrum videos without delay, become a patron for any amount. If you want me to analyse footage of you or your team, my rates are very affordable right now because as a coach and cameraman, I need the work – get in touch with what you'd like to see. I'm glad you're enjoying the videos and I appreciate any support!
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What is Flexagon Defence?
September 1, 2020 /0 Comments/in Hexagon Ultimate, Strategies, Video /by Felix Shardlow
In this short video I introduce Flexagon Defence and break it down to show how Flexing defenders can use dynamic teamwork to cause trouble for predictable offences, plus a video example of Flex in action.
Flexagon defence is a hybrid defence – if you plot a spectrum from matchup-based 1-to-1 defence, to area-based zone defence, Flex lies somewhere in the middle. Sometimes it can resemble 1-to-1 coverage, and at other times it can resemble a zone, but it shouldn't be described as being one or the other.
All the concepts on this Spectrum of Defensive Coverage are explained with examples in another video linked in the description below, be sure to check it out. This video focuses solely on Flexagon Defence.
Defenders in Flex switch marks as early and as often as they can, and they surround clusters of players including stacks. When the offensive players are spread out or isolated, defenders in flex mark 1-to-1. These coordinated team actions are executed mid-possession, triggered by particular offensive movements, and require strong awareness and communication skills from the flexing defenders. Defenders train to recognise when it's appropriate to switch, to surround, or to mark 1-to-1, and they keep a constant on-field communication channel open so they can reposition, adjust, and adapt as a team accordingly.
The default force in Flex is towards the middle when the disc is near the middle, and toward the sideline when the disc is near the sideline.
This footage is taken from an indoor regional semi-final, though Flex is usually played outdoors. Reading form a tight stack in the centre of the space, the flexing Sussex defenders surround, and pick up players to mark 1-to-1 as they begin to cut. On the right hand side Zach picks his moment to switch off his mark and catch the interception.
The initial setup ensures little double-coverage as the defenders guard the open space. Despite an initial double-commit, there is quick communication and re-adjustment made before the offence are able to capitalise. Once all the offensive players are cutting, the defenders are marking 1-to-1 whilst looking to help each other. If the offence were to cluster together again, the defenders would return to surrounding them.
More from this series coming soon – for a classroom breakdown of Flexagon Defence check out the felixultimate patreon, and I'll see you again soon!
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Severe aortic stenosis is a condition in which the aortic valve does not fully open, decreasing blood flow from the heart to the body. It's often unpreventable.Many people with severe aortic stenosis often develop debilitating symptoms that can restrict normal daily activities.
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Since many people with severe aortic stenosis are at increased surgical risk and have considerable mortality in the short term, TAVR may provide a treatment pathway that would otherwise be unavailable.
Is a less invasive procedure that surgeons perform while the heart beats.
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May result in a faster, milder recovery.
TAVR is a significant procedure that involves anesthesia.
How is TAVR or TAVI different from the standard valve replacement?
This procedure is fairly new and is FDA approved for people with symptomatic aortic stenosis who are considered an intermediate or high risk patient for standard valve replacement surgery. The differences in the two procedures are significant.
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A fire likely caused by arson destroyed one car and badly damaged another in Limassol early on Tuesday.
The vehicles belonging to a 48-year-old and a 49-year-old man were parked in an apartment block in Limassol when the fire broke out at 1.30am.
Investigating officers found a canister with traces of flammable matter at the scene.
It seems the motives of the arsonists were personal differences.
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Silent Night, Deadly Night reboot is in the works because…of course it is
I think this is a good thing…I don't know. We'll see. It's been a long day. It was announced today that everyone's favorite classic killer-Clause movie, SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT, is getting the reboot treatment next year. Orwo Studios and Black Hanger Studios, who are also behind the upcoming JEEPERS CREEPERS: REBORN, will produce the feature. Released in 1984 to a slew of controversy over it's concept and marketing, SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT follows the gorgeous Billy Caldwell who, after witnessing his parents murdered buy a guy in a Santa costume, goes on a killing spree of his own. The controversy didn't stop the success of the film and 4 sequels and a very loose remake remake followed. The second film follows Billy's younger brother Ricky who goes on his own murderous adventure and inspired the (in)famous "Garbage Day!" meme.
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I consider myself a fan of the series, but I have no allusions to their low-grade quality. Acknowledging the inferior quality of these films is part of their charm. I can't say that I'm surprised a reboot is in the works. Our society isn't as conservative with wholesome images, like those of Santa, as we used to be so it's a safer time to release a killer Clause film. I just hope the new movie has fun with the franchise's legacy and doesn't try to make the story too serious and straightforward because honestly, there's no coming back from "Garbage Day!"
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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell had the opportunity to speak to Kim and Terry Pegula personally after the NFL meetings broke Wednesday and his impression was that they are very excited about their impending ownership of the Bills franchise.
"Both Terry and Kim are outstanding people, who went through the process with class," Goodell said. "It was a very quick process. That's a tribute to the people who ran the process, but also to both Terry and Kim. As an ownership I think we're very excited about their involvement with the league. I think they enjoyed the meeting. I had a chance to speak to them afterwards and they felt the meeting was very productive and they're enthusiastic about their ownership.
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What is an electric vehicle (EV)?
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What public charging stations can I access locally?
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Do EVs need regular servicing like internal combustion engines?
Are EVs really green? Do they actually lower emissions?
Can I convert my current fleet to EVs?
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How can a company's commitment to clean energy be advertised?
Where can I learn more?
An electric vehicle (EV) is a vehicle that gets some or all of its power from electrical energy. All EVs use electric motors and most store electrical energy in batteries. EV batteries must be replenished by plugging the vehicle in to a power source.
Many types of commercial on-road and off-road vehicles come in both electric and conventional internal combustion engine versions.
Numerous types of tractors, trucks, vans, buses and warehouse off-road vehicles are available in electric versions. The Alternative Fuels Data Center offers a vehicle cost calculator to compare costs.
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Charging an EV requires plugging it in to an electrical outlet. Most charging will be done at home over night. Public charging infrastructure is being developed and Westar is contributing to this effort by creating additional charging stations in its service territory. There are a number of options when it comes to selecting the type of charging station that best suits your needs. AC Level 1 Charging allows you to use existing infrastructure; you can simply plug into a standard electrical outlet. Faster charging options such as Level 2 or Level 3 requite the installation of charging equipment but allow for quicker charging times. Learn more.
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For information on the go, you can also download the free mobile app developed by the Department of Energy's Renewable Energy Laboratory for the iPhone and iPad on iTunes: Alternative Fueling Station Locator.
EVs generally cost less than gasoline-powered cars to own, operate and maintain. EVs are considered zero-emission vehicles because they produce no exhaust or emissions. EVs run more quietly and can be charged during non-peak electric load times to take advantage of renewable energy resources, such as wind. To compare the benefits of hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and all-electric vehicles, visit the U.S. Department of Energy.
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EVs require servicing, but on a more limited basis than internal combustion engine vehicles. EVs contain far fewer fluids and moving parts. Expected battery life on EVs is over 100,000 miles, depending on the vehicle. Expected battery life on a EV is about 100,000 miles, depending on the vehicle.
If you're on the go, use the Department of Energy's Renewable Energy Laboratory mobile version. IPhone users can download an app from the app store.
EVs require servicing, but on a more limited basis than internal combustion engine vehicles. EVs contain far fewer fluids and moving parts. Expected battery life of EVs is over 100,000 miles, depending on the vehicle.
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EVs vary in price depending on the type of EV. They often require a larger upfront payment but result in significant fuel savings over the life of the vehicle. With few moving parts, maintenance costs can also be realized. The replacement cost of a battery can be high after the warranty has expired (warranties for electric cars are usually 8 years/100,000 miles). However, given the rapidly developing technology in this field, battery prices are expected to drop quickly over the next few years. Also, there may be tax incentives available for your EV.
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In New Jersey, bakeries have become much more than locations to buy wedding cakes, pastries or other desserts. Many of the best bakeries in NJ are family-owed establishments that have been operating since the 1990's. In several ways, they are part of the community. In suburban areas like Bergen County, NJ, the top bakeries have customers from every town, including Ridgewood, Westwood and Fair Lawn. While these bakeries are focused on their community, we will cover what the best bakeries in NJ are doing differently.
The best bakeries take wedding cakes to a new level. They feature cake artists and designers that completely customize the experience. If you want a gorgeous wedding cake, these artists will design a custom cake using their experience and your imagination. You can create a towering wedding cake structure made of fondant or buttercream cakes. The top NJ bakeries have created a wide variety of wedding cakes with different designs, flavors and ingredients.
Next, the best cake bakery for birthdays will add matching cupcakes. To celebrate a birthday or special occasion, a custom cake bakery can make the event memorable. Whether you are attending a 1st birthday party or sweet 16 birthday, guests love small cupcakes to go along with the main desserts. These cupcakes are a unique touch added by the best bakeries in northern NJ.
In towns like Mahwah and Ramsey NJ, you will find top bakeries that offer innovative takes on traditional cookies and brownies. While anyone can pick up normal cookies from a local bakery near me, these bakeries introduce a wide range of flavors and recipes. For example, a Bergen county bakery created stuffed cookies, filled with chocolate, cream or lemon. Meanwhile, you can find the largest brownie in New Jersey. In order to be the best bakery in NJ, they take risks and create new desserts based off of old time favorites.
While the best bakery in NJ for cakes does weddings, birthdays and events, these businesses also have a full line up of fancy pastries. There is an interesting correlation between French pastries and Italian pastries among the best bakers. The combination of tarts, macarons and cannolis are perfected over years of experimentation and testing. Finally, they incorporate these ingredients into new delicious desserts or custom cake flavors. When visiting the top NJ bakeries, try the fancy pastries too.
All of the best bakeries in NJ have spent decades perfecting their cakes, cupcakes, cookies, brownies and pastries. Moreover, they have become a meaningful part of the community to celebrate weddings, birthdays and special occasions. To create a custom cake or dessert, ask your local cake bakery near Emerson, Waldwick or Closter, NJ.


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don't know why I didn't reply to this thread earlier.....anyway, it is good to see Porsche going back to the round headlights. The headlights on the 996 always bothered me since it makes the car look too much like the Boxster from the front, at least IMO.
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1SICKLEX
Go PORSCHE! I am sure the interior will be upgraded as well. The usual more aluminum look.
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GreenMonster
Location: Swansea, MA
Link to some more pics. Still has some crap on it to hide some details tho'. Hope you can read german
http://www.hadel.net/autos/html/d_pk..._erlkonig.html
translated page:
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Originally posted by greenmonster
Wow that thing is completely exposed here with these amature photos. You can see the tape-job they did. Nice find.
Those wheels are unique and nice looking IMO.
AUTO SPIES WORLD EXCLUSIVE: Hot news on the upcoming Porsche 997 - - Source: Autospies
Dear 001,
The new 997 (OK, 911 then) is back - and it's meaner than ever.
I recently visited a secret Porsche testing area similar to Area 51 and managed to get a sneaky (passenger) drive in the new 997.
It was almost production ready, getting prepped for it's public debut in late 2004.
The first thing you'll notice is the VASTLY improved interior. You were bang-on when you predicted before ANYONE else that it takes a number of styling cues from the Cayenne. But, when you see it up close, it appears far better constructed than the off-roader and the old 996 for that matter. With comfier front and rear seats, finer quality materials and plastic bits that look like they would last more than a week. There also appears to be that bit more room in there as well, maybe just my imagination and good interior color choices.
Secondly you notice something different…the NOISE! Porsche listened to owners complaining about how "quiet" all 911's except for the GT's have become over the years and have reworked the exhaust system and engine mounts. They REDUCED the amount of sound deadening material at the rear of the car. The result? ENGINE NOISE…not nasty stuff, but the real snarl of a 3.8-litre 350hp flat six motor in full flight. It is awesome!.
This model was fitted with the new 6-speed Tiptronic, not the expected SMG style unit which is still being developed to cope with the Turbo's expected 475bhp. Still, 0-100 mph in under 9 seconds was fast enough for me.
Back come the round headlights, bigger tail lights and this car shouts 911 at you from every corner.
Specifications still have not been finalized for all markets yet, though 18" wheels will be standard, with leather and power seats etc. Trim levels will increase too, as will prices, solely to widen he gap between the 997 and Boxster. The only thing I was not happy about was the Boxster S white dials which looked a bit cheap. Don't know if they are standard issue.
Needless to say after my ride I ordered mine site-unseen and it arrives in Feb 2005 - can't wait.
Thomas Crown
DarkSithCL
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Location: Joshua 1:1-9
looks more like the ones from the 80's...mt favorites also...
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Yeap. That was the intent. Go back to basics with this new 911 car.
What is that instrument in the middle of the dash? I hope it's not a clock.
Originally posted by gavriil
whatever it is, i think it's an eyesore.
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Originally posted by Zoot
Porsche interiors have made a nice jump up since the cayenne was release, looks great.
http://forums.clubrsx.com/showthread.php?t=160014
Some GREAT pics.
For the first time since 1977, Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is launching two new 911 models at the same time: the 911 Carrera with a 239 KW (325 BHP), 3.6 litre boxer engine, and the 911 Carrera S, powered by a newly developed 3.8 litre engine, which delivers 261 KW (355 BHP). With torque of 400 Newton meters, the S model surges from zero to 100 kph in 4.8 seconds. The Carrera does this in exactly five seconds. Top speeds for the Carrera and Carrera S are 285 kph and 293 kph respectively. The two 911 models from the 997 series will be launched across Europe on 17 July 2004 (with the exception of the right-hand drive market in Great Britain).
Both 911 models have a newly developed six-speed gearbox and a reworked chassis, which includes active suspension as standard in the S model. For the 911 Carrera, this chassis, called "Porsche Active Suspension Management", can be supplied on request. In the "normal" position, PASM provides a sporty and comfortable balance to the suspension; pressing the "sport" button, however, makes the suspension firmer which enables the car to be driven in a particularly agile and sporty way. In addition to PASM, a further option for both models is sports suspension, which is lower by 20 mm, with a mechanical rear inter-wheel differential lock.
The format of the wheels and tyres has also evolved: the 911 Carrera now has, as standard, 18J x 18 size wheels with 235/40 ZR 18 tyres (front) and 10J x 18 with 265/40 ZR 18 tyres at the rear. The Carrera S is equipped with 19 inch rim/tyres, size 8J x 19, with 235/35 ZR 19 (front axle) and 11J x 19 with 295/30 ZR 19 (rear axle).
The design of the Porsche 911 is a logical continuation of the 911 story, now over 40 years old. The result of the new exterior design – including a wider track and more emphasis on the waist – is a 911 which is even more dynamic, clear, powerful and, at the same time, elegant. Other striking features of the evolutionary design are the new circular headlamps with separate additional headlamps in the nose area, more prominent fenders, dual-arm exterior mirrors, altered seam characteristics and a more aerodynamic rear spoiler.
The basis price for the 911 Carrera is EUR 64,700 and EUR 73,300 for the 911 Carrera S. In Germany, these prices (including VAT and country-requirements) are EUR 75,200 for the Carrera and EUR 85,176 for the Carrera S.
First Look! 2005 Porsche 911: 355-hp Carrera S leads 997 model line - - By GREG KABLE - - Source: Autoweek
IT MIGHT LOOK LIKE A mildly facelifted version of today's model, but Porsche says its 2005 911 is essentially an all-new car.
On sale across North America this fall, the latest incarnation of Porsche's legendary two-door, codenamed 997, closely adheres to the company's tradition of hiding significant technical innovations beneath familiar-looking sheetmetal.
Under its mildly more muscular styling lurks a stronger horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine, a new six-speed gearbox, myriad suspension changes and variable-ratio steering. There's also a friendlier and more comfortable interior, a host of new standard features and additional luggage space (thanks to elimination of the spare tire).
In what represents a major shift in marketing philosophy-one clearly modeled on that of the smaller and cheaper Boxster-Porsche is launching the 2005 911 as two separate models: a base Carrera running a 325-hp 3.6-liter flat six, and a distinctly sportier Carrera S with a 355-hp 3.8-liter flat six. Until now, Porsche has launched every new 911 as a single model and then augmented the lineup with additional variants throughout its model cycle-a practice that led to the 13 variants of the 996.
Future 997s include Carrera 4 and Cabriolet models in 2005, followed by a Turbo and Carrera 4S in 2006 and race-inspired GT3 and GT2s in 2007. Targa will be phased out due to slow sales and production complexity.
Porsche says the design of the 997 was influenced by the 993 Carrera 4, the last of the air-cooled 911 models. Like all 911 models, styling changes are evolutionary and avoid any radical departure from the classic Ferdinand Alexander "Butzi" Porsche-designed original launched 40 years ago.
Porsche says all body panels except the roof are new. At the front, the corners of the sloping hood are rounded like the Carrera GT to provide a tighter seal. Simpler oval assemblies that sit more vertically on the leading edge of the front fenders replace the teardrop-shaped headlight units of today's model. The front indicators are separated from the headlights and are mounted on the bumper.
The front and rear wheel arches bulge out more to house 18-inch (Carrera) or 19-inch (Carrera S) alloy wheels. Side sills are wider, providing the 997 with a shape reminiscent of the 993 when viewed from above. In the words of one Porsche designer, "The 911 once again has hips."
Taillights wrap further around into the bodywork and are more angular than before. The pop-up spoiler is reworked and incorporates just four cooling slats instead of the seven used on the outgoing model. At 174 inches long and 71 inches wide, the new car is slightly shorter, but 1.5 inches wider than its predecessor. The wheelbase remains at 92.5 inches.
Aerodynamic gains are notable, with the Carrera's co-efficient of drag down from 0.30 to 0.28 in the new model. Lift is marginally reduced for better high-speed stability.
For the first time in 21 years, Porsche is providing the regular 911 with engines of differing capacities. The Carrera retains the 3.6-liter engine, but electronic engine management revisions boost power by 10 hp to 325 hp at 6800 rpm, while torque stays at 273 lb-ft at 4250 rpm. For the Carrera S, increased bore pushes the engine to 3.8 liters, with 355 hp at 6600 rpm, and torque topping out at 295 lb-ft at 4600 rpm. Porsche plans to upgrade the 911's engine to incorporate direct-injection, but this is three years away, according to AutoWeek sources.
Mated to the new engines is a six-speed manual gearbox carrying slightly lower ratios. Porsche isn't talking about a rumored six-speed double-clutch gearbox, but the fact that Porsche isn't upgrading its Tiptronic automatic from five speeds to six signals its intention to offer an alternative, and the more advanced double-clutch setup seems likely.
Underneath, 997 employs reworked MacPherson struts in front and a multilink rear suspension. Together with increased front and rear track measurements, it gets new mounting points for the rear suspension arms, increased spring travel and more compliant bushings claimed to better isolate road noise. An optional sports package is available with firmer springs and dampers, reduced ride height and a more aggressive limited-slip differential. Porsche Active Suspension Management, standard on the Carrera S and optional on the Carrera, uses adaptive dampers from Bilstein to continuously alter the level of damping through normal and sport settings. The 997 also gets a speed-sensing variable-ratio power steering system. Brake size increases, with ceramic discs available on the S.
Porsche claims an 8 percent increase in torsional rigidity and a 40 percent increase in bending stiffness due to improved welding processes, better adhesives and additional reinforcements. One drawback: increased weight. The Carrera is 55 pounds heavier, tipping the scales at 3075 pounds, while the Carrera S tops out at 3131 pounds. But with the increase in engine output, power-to-weight ratios remain the same at 1:9.5 for the Carrera and 1:8.8 for the S.
Carrera's 0-to-62-mph time and top speed remain at 5.0 seconds and 177 mph, while the S improves to a claimed 0-to-62-mph time of 4.8 seconds and top speed of 182 mph.
In a move that is set to make the 911 more user-friendly, Porsche has jettisoned the retro interior theme that has been around since the launch of the 996 back in 1996 for a more modern look similar to the Cayenne. A new three-spoke multi-function steering wheel adjusts for both rake and reach, while the dashboard employs the latest soft-touch plastics and aluminum-look trim.
Pricing for the Carrera starts at $70,065, with the S starting at $79,865.
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Porsche Releases Initial Details of New 911 Models For 2005
ATLANTA, GA, May 11, 2004 – Porsche® today disclosed the first information available on two all-new Porsche 911s destined to be the flagship models for its 2005 sports car lineup. The all-new Porsche 911 Carrera and more powerful 911 Carrera S combine the classic 911 silhouette, a trademark of the model for more than 40 years, with new and more aggressive styling.
Both models feature Porsche's traditional horizontally opposed flat-six cylinder engines. The 911 Carrera's 3.6-liter unit produces 325 HP (SAE) while the 911 Carrera S's larger 3.8-liter power plant develops 355 HP (SAE). Both cars also have a newly developed six-speed gearbox and a reworked chassis, which includes active suspension as standard on the S modelThe new 911 models will go on sale in the second half of 2004. Manufacturer's suggested retail price for the 911 Carrera is $69,300 US and $101,400 Canadian and for the 911 Carrera S $79,100 US and $115,650 Canadian.
Great pics here:
New Porsche 911 revealed - - - Posted by: kak on Tuesday, May 11, 2004 - 01:41 PM CET
Porsche today releases first pictures of its new 911 model. On sale in the UK from September 18th, this latest generation (Type 997) builds on the proven strengths of the 911 model line to move the evolution of the iconic sports coupe on another stage. The established design cues that have made the Porsche 911 recognisable the world over are given new energy, and further changes under the skin provide increased efficiency, more safety and greater levels of driving enjoyment.
Two new 911 models will be launched simultaneously: the 911 Carrera with a 239 kW (325 bhp), 3.6 litre six cylinder 'boxer' engine, and the 911 Carrera S, powered by a newly-developed 3.8 litre engine, which delivers 261 kW (355 bhp). With torque output of 400 Nm (295 lb ft), the S model accelerates from zero to 100 kph (0-62 mph) in 4.8 seconds. The Carrera achieves this in exactly five seconds. Top speeds for the Carrera and Carrera S are 177 mph (285 kph) and 182 mph (293 kph) respectively.
The new 911 models will be launched across continental Europe on July 17th and will go on sale throughout the UK from September 18th. The car will make its world Motor Show debut at the Paris Salon in September.
Both 911 models have a newly-developed six-speed manual gearbox and revised chassis dynamics, which includes active suspension, called "Porsche Active Suspension Management" (PASM). In the "normal" position, PASM provides a sporty and comfortable balance to the suspension; engaging the "sport" function, however, makes the suspension firmer providing enhanced agility for enthusiastic drivers. PASM is fitted as standard on the S model and available as an option on the Carrera. A further option for both models is a sports suspension package, which lowers the body by 20 mm, offered in combination with a mechanical limited-slip differential.
The specification of the wheels and tyres fitted to the Porsche 911 has also evolved: the 911 Carrera now has, as standard, 8J x 18 wheels with 235/40 ZR 18 tyres at the front and 10J x 18 wheels with 265/40 ZR 18 tyres at the rear. For the first time, 19 inch diameter wheels are available on the Porsche 911 and the Carrera S is equipped with 8J x 19 wheels with 235/35 ZR 19 tyres (front) and 11J x 19 wheels with 295/30 ZR 19 tyres (rear).
The design of the latest Porsche 911 is a logical continuation of the 911 story, now in its 41st year. The result of the new exterior design - including a wider track and more emphasis on the waist - is a 911 which is even more dynamic, clear, powerful and, at the same time, elegant. Other features of the evolutionary design are new circular headlamps, more prominent bumpers and wheelarches, dual-arm exterior mirrors, altered seam characteristics and a more aerodynamic rear spoiler.
The price for the new Porsche 911 Carrera is £58,380 (including VAT) and £65,000 for the 911 Carrera S. Both models offer Porsche Stability Management (PSM) fitted as standard. These prices also include UK specification feature content including full leather interior trim and graduated tinted windscreen.
The new Porsche 911 will not be shown at The Sunday Times Motor Show Live at the Birmingham NEC in May.
[source: newspress.co.uk]
So is that a..."lap clock" in the middle?
It's more expensive than a Boxster S - and all it does is tell the time! This watch is the Porsche Design Indicator and it costs a huge £43,500. Just a week after we revealed Mercedes' SLR timepiece, it was unveiled at the International Watch and Jewellery Show in Basle, Switzerland.
The first chronograph with a mechanical digital stopwatch display, its grooved inside-strap design matches the tread on the Carrera GT's tyres. Only 50 will be sold each year.
Source: Autoexpress
Cost Drivers!!!!
Location: burbs of philly
couple of Q's:
- variable steering on a porsche? why?
- macpherson struts????
i'm not all too familiar with porsche suspension setups.
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The booty looks a bit ghetto, but great job on the interior.
Not a fan of the new styling. But the interior is much improved.
wtf is up w/ the 1990's car phone haven't they heard of blue tooth or integration with cell phones?
I miss my 03 CL-S :(
It looks great. I'm not sure about the headlights though... that yellow one looks like a VW beetle.
And that interior... on a Carrera? Who would have thought! That's fantastic.
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My guess was good:
http://www.autospies.com/article/ind...5&categoryId=8
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Pit Stop?
Looks much better in black.....
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Technical Specs Sheet
Options Trim Sheet
Official Press Release from Porsche
Order Guide for 911 Carrera S
Order Guide for 911 Carrera
Source: Automobile Magazine
srika
Porsche 997 test drive (pics and article)
http://www.pistonheads.com/porsche/d...p?storyId=8862
PORSCHE 997 Thursday 29th July
Sebastian Geisler drove the new Porsche 911 (997) Carrera
There he stands, the new Porsche 911. He´s new but still looks like an old friend. The largely unpopular Boxster style headlights with integrated indicators have made way for the traditional round headlights, very reminiscent of the 993 at first sight.
The silhouette of the 911 hasn´t changed a lot in over 40 years but under the skin it certainly has. Compared with the preceding 996, 80 percent of all the parts have been changed.
The 997 model comes in two versionas. The base Carrera comes with 325bhp and the Carrera S with 355bhp. Visually the S is distinguished by bigger tyres and the two double exhausts.
My test car is a Porsche 911 Carrera with standard suspension and standard wheels (still hefty 8J x 18s with 235 / 40 ZR 18 tyres at the front and 10 x 18, 265 / 40 ZR 18 at the rear). The colour is seal grey and the car has a black leather interior.
Compared with previous models, the interior seems quite a lot higher in quality. The test car was supplied with the optional sport seats that are very comfortable on long distances and provide good support when cornering. The space in the front seats is enough even for tall people, but as usual the rear seats are only good for small children.
Up front the rev counter dominates. The instruments aren´t so interlocked any more and the analogue speedometer is now properly readable. In aadditional there is an integrated digital speedo. Come to think of it the dashboard is in fact very similar to that in the Cayenne.
The 3-spoke steering wheel has good grip, but hides the outside instruments, oil pressure and oil temperature.
The boot capacity has grown a little (5 litres) to 135 litres thanks in part to a Tirefit system instead of a spare wheel. More space is of course available if you fold down the rear seats.
The engine of the Porsche 997 Carrera was treated to light modifications (e.g. different motronic, exhaust and airbox) from the 996 and achieves 325bhp (239 kw) with a max. tourque of 273.8 ft-lb. (370 Nm) at 4,250 rpm. The acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph) is brisk at about 5 seconds.
Inside the sound is more noticable than on the 996 but it's not enough of a difference to annoy. A sports exhaust will be available from October if you fancy a different tune.
The consumption is given by Porsche in EWG-mix with 11.0 litre/100 km, but in practice you´ll find that you have to get on with 13 litre/100 km, under full power even with up to 18 litre/100 km.
The brakes are easy to handle and get a hard grip, even after a few hard braking sessions no fading is apparent. Onlookers noticed that the front of the car gets very close to the ground and you nearly think that it is going to hit the deck.
A Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) is available, but in everyday life the normal brakes are absolutely adequate. PCCB is recommendable if you are a regular visitor on the track - the problems with earlier GT2 about the durability should be past.
The 6 speed manual gearbox works well. The first 3 gears have received steel synchro rings with a carbon coating the from the GT3, but the throws between gears are a bit long for a sports car. A short shift kit is to be offered and should be available by the end of the year.
The electronic servo steering is exact, direct and adjusts itself according to speed of travel. The vehicle stays glued to the road even if you are driving at very high speed - the tenseness in the front is gone. The suspension is far more dynamic, sporty and tight, but without being uncomfortable and makes high speeds possible in curves without the car swaying to one side.
Only on bad roads in town (cobblestones) it is uncomfortable and sends bumps directly to the passengers, but this car feels much better on the motorway and on country roads than in town. The Porsche Stability Management PSM is now fitted as standard and was again modified. On the road you have to be involved in serious situations before it interferes.
In the sport mode of the optional Sport-Chrono-package even allows you drift slightly up to 70kph. For track days you can turn it off and it first interferes again when you brake very hard.
Compared to its predecessor, the 997 is a bit heavier with 25 kg more taking the total weight up to 1,395kg although this isn´t noticeable when driving. For the very sporty driver there will probably be a optimised 997 GT3 in the future...
In the UK the sale of the Porsche 911 (997) Carrera begins in September at a price of 58,380 GBP (including VAT), in Germany the car costs 75,200 Euro (including 16 percent VAT).
Recommendable is the Bi-Xenon Lights, that shows the road far better. The navigation system (Becker) is also worth recommending as it calculates far quicker than the old system and it finds
an alternative route much quicker.
For the sporty driver the sport seats and the Sport-Chrono-package are worth a thought too. However the Porsche typical long option list gives you a lot more possibilities to individualise your car with other rims, carbon, leather etc. and raise the price by another few 10,000 Euro.
The production for this year is nearly sold out. The new Cabriolet is expected spring 2005.
Sebastian Geisler
Thanks to the Porsche Zentrum Willich (Germany) for the loan of the test car.
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cob3683
Burn some dust here
My next car when the warranty runs out on the Merc. That thing is so damn sexy its scary.
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Porsche: 911 GT3 news
More power, more speed for next 911 GT3 - - Source: Autocar
Porsche is already at an advanced stage of development with its new 911 GT3, caught here undergoing shakedown tests on roads near the German car maker's Weissach R&D centre. But although the new car appears almost complete, our sources say we'll have to wait until mid-2005 before it appears in showrooms.
As with the previous two iterations, the new car will come in standard and Clubsport specification – the latter adding an integral roll cage and fire extinguisher for track use. Autocar understands that the GT3 will ditch the old model's 3.6-litre engine for the latest evolution of Porsche's six-cylinder boxer unit.
In the 911 Carrera S, the new four-valve-per-cylinder 3.8-litre engine generates 350bhp, but Porsche insiders claim this could jump to 400bhp with the red line extended to beyond 8000rpm and other internal tweaks such as lightweight pistons, more advanced VarioCam variable valve timing and a larger air manifold. That's up 19bhp on the old GT3 and, with appropriate gearing from the six-speed manual transmission, should be enough to blast the car from 0-60mph in 4.5sec with top speed nudging 180mph.
Underneath, the new GT3 is expected to forgo the new PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management) for conventional springs and dampers to save weight. They will be tuned more aggressively than in the standard 911 and provide the new car with a lower ride height. The three-piece alloys of this prototype will be replaced by uniquely designed wheels, exclusive to the new GT3.
Many have stated the current GT3 is perfect. The perfect sports car. The perfect Porsche. And the worst reviews say it's one of the best cars ever.
It's gonna be tought to beat. Gerat article Gav, not sure how u found this so soon. Props!
GT3s are incredibly popular race cars with Porsche owners. Far more GT3s than I expected at last weekend's event.
Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
Actually I saw the same article in Autoweek about three days before I posted this one, but was too tired to post it then. Then I saw it in Autocar again and posted.
Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet - - The two-pedal approach to speed. - - - BY TONY QUIROGA - - PHOTOGRAPHY BY AARON KILEY - - September 2004 - - Source: CarandDriver.com
Vehicle type: rear-engine, 4-wheel-drive, 2+2-passenger, 2-door convertible
Price as tested: $136,695 (base price: $130,665)
Engine type: twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve flat-6, aluminum block and heads, port fuel injection
Displacement: 220 cu in, 3600cc
Power (SAE net): 415 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque (SAE net): 415 lb-ft @ 2700 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed automatic with manumatic shifting
Length/width/height: 174.6/72.0/51.0 in
Curb weight: 3726 lb
Zero to 60 mph: 3.8 sec
Zero to 100 mph: .9.2 sec
Zero to 130 mph: .16.0 sec
Street start, 5-60 mph: 5.0 sec
Standing 1/4-mile: 12.2 sec @ 116 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 158 ft
EPA fuel economy, city driving: 14 mpg
C/D-observed fuel economy: 15 mpg
FutureBagdA4
I see these in newport all the time...saw the first one around 4 months ago...why so under wraps?!
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A faster than a Z06 auto tranny cabrio. That says a lot.
Originally Posted by FutureBagdA4
Iwhy so under wraps?!
See the date of the first post.
I have seen these on the road for quite some time now...along with the 997...I am just wondering why all this information is just coming out now.
z06 cabrio? link?
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