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2011 Porsche 911 Cabrio

Today’s 2011 Porsche 911 Cabrio offers the latest in engine and chassis technology and more performance than all but a few exotic cars sold in America. What’s really impressive, though, is how easy it is to drive a 2011 Porsche 911 Cabrio. It’s easier to drive quickly than the Italian exotics or, for that matter, the Dodge Viper, and it’s easier to live with on a daily basis. 2011 Porsche 911 Cabrio is built on race-proven architecture with a 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine mounted in the rear. Upgraded and enlarged last year, Porsche’s normally aspirated boxer engine, which comes on all Carrera and Targa models, delivers 315 horsepower.

The 2011 Porsche 911 Cabrio can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds, according to Porsche. That should be more than quick enough for anyone. For those who need more, the 415-horsepower 2011 Porsche 911 Cabrio Turbo can accelerate from 0 to 60 in about 4 seconds and is capable of a top speed of 189 mph.

The lighter, race-inspired GT2 delivers even quicker performance and a top speed of 195. For most of us, the normally aspirated models are more than quick enough and cost significantly less. New for 2011 is the GT3, the most powerful non-turbocharged Porsche has ever offered for street use in North America. Accelerating from 0 to 60 happens in just 4.3 seconds and it can hit 100 in 9.4 with a top track speed of 190. Handling and braking are extraordinary. Steering is quick and direct, yet the car isn’t darty and feels as solid as Gibraltar on the highway. It rides smoothly and more softly than you might expect. It’s an easy car to live with on a daily basis, easier than a Boxster. The six-speed manual gearbox is smooth and wonderful. Order the Tiptronic automatic and just about anyone could drive one of these cars. And that sound! The classic Porsche exhaust sound returned to The 2011 Porsche 911 Cabrio last year along with the increased power and improved efficiency.

Eight iterations of The 2011 Porsche 911 Cabrio are now available. Assuming you can’t justify a Turbo or the highly focused GT2 or GT3 models, it comes down to whether you want a hardtop, a convertible. Two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive are available and there’s a choice between six-speed manual or five-speed Tiptronic automatic. 2011 Porsche 911 Cabrio models come well equipped with the new digital radio and in-dash CD player, automatic climate control, heated power mirrors, partial leather seats with power recliners, power windows with one-touch auto up/down, telescoping steering wheel, anti-theft system, trip computer. LEDs gently illuminate door handles, ignition switch, and light switch. Standard safety technology on all 2011 Porsche 911 Cabrio models includes dual frontal air bags, door-mounted side air bags, anti-lock brakes (ABS), and a patented crumple-zone body structure. The available Porsche Stability Management System (PSM) enhances handling by applying braking to individual wheels or altering engine power whenever it detects a loss of grip. Porsche offers special options that allow customers to turn their 2011 Porsche 911 Cabrio into unique cars. Special interior trim and exterior pieces along with special paints and leather colors are available. Though expensive, they offer some interesting combinations.