Porsche Panamera spotted in Calgary!

[Kloubek]

So I was at the shell close to Deerfoot on 32nd today, and saw a car I had no clue what it was. I stopped to take a closer look. In fact, there were two of them. Both were clad with pieces designed to throw people off, but on further inspection I realized this is the new Porsche sedan! I've seen sketches and renderings online but never one in person. I suspect few have.

I drove off, not remembering I had a camera in my newer phone. So I returned, and starting taking shots. As soon as I did, one guy hopped in one of the cars and drove away, so I started shooting the other. The driver realized what I was doing, and stood in front of it to block the view - telling me to go away. While I understand the car is out in public and I had full rights to take pictures as I pleased, I respected his wishes. But not before I snapped off a couple of shots. While these are pretty lame shots, it still gives you an idea of what the car will look like.

Nice find.

http://members.shaw.ca/kloubek/public/porsche1.jpg
http://members.shaw.ca/kloubek/public/porsche2.jpg


Sorry if these links are not clickable... I'm not a guru at putting images up on beyond quite yet...

[Supa Dexta]

In the reply window, you click the IMG tag above where you type, it then opens a smaller window, where you enter the link the pic (or the BIMG if its a huge pic that needs to be resized)..

http://members.shaw.ca/kloubek/public/porsche1.jpg

http://members.shaw.ca/kloubek/public/porsche2.jpg

[Destinova403]

anyone else think these are ugly? or is it just me?

[sneek]

Cool! I never thought they would be in Calgary. I don't really like the look right now, but I imagine the production should look much better.

[Kloubek]

Thanks for the tip Supa - I see what you're talking about. It will never again be a mystery. :)

Keep in mind guys that there were several parts on this car designed just to throw people off. For example: The rear window doesn't actually curve down at the back. It flows in a C-shape in the rear. (Somewhat viewable on the bigger pic.) The front vent on the side was brutally attached, so I suspect it will look different. The rear lights are actually larger than they appear, as they covered over the outside third.

There is no picture of the front, but it appeared to have a light format extremely similar to the current 911. (Kind of a Porsche trademark at this point.)

It's pretty obvious that this car will also have a large active aero spoiler in the back. It was up on one, and down on the other.

[jdm_eg6]

HORRID! but great spot. usually magazines pay for random shots like this... START EMAILING :thumbsup: haha

[Kloubek]

^^^ Yeah guys - don't try getting money for these shitty shots. They're owned by me! :)

[johnboy27]

There are a bunch of pics of 4 of them up in High Level from a couple of months ago on the web. I saw them on Antler hill near Innisfail back in November also. There is another thread on here with the other pics.

[Kloubek]

I didn't realize. Can you post the thread on here, so we can see the rest?

[me&you]

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[Kloubek]

Much better pic. :)

[jza71]

I saw four of these up on 32nd and Barlow yesterday. They had Georgia plates on them. Didn't have a camera to get pics though.

[mekeni]

a porsche sedan??

interesting.... :drool:

[Xtrema]

Cold Weather Testing?

Nice to see.

[DNSRadio]

thats HOT...
i want it
looks like its going to be a sexy beast once its officially released

[funkedelic]

it looks like porsche's version of the dodge magnum

[Masked Bandit]

While I'm not a big fan of the design, I never thought they would be able to sell a SUV either.

[Kloubek]

The second picture really shows you how long it is. In my opinion, it really looks like a car that was attached to something solid on both front and back, and simply "stretched to fit". I would expect the production vehicle to look much better than this prototype, but I don't think they will be able to tinker with it so much that I'll ever enjoy the look.

[DNSRadio]

Originally posted by jza71
I saw four of these up on 32nd and Barlow yesterday. They had Georgia plates on them. Didn't have a camera to get pics though.


yeah i actually went to the dealership and asked them whats up with them in the city, they stated that they are just doing some road tests and trying to create a buzz in calgary about them.

appearently alot of owners have been asking for a sedan for a long time.


who would have thought it....



still a pimp car...
:bigpimp:

[4wheeldrift]

Porsche really needs to figure out how to design a car that looks at least a little different from everything else they make lol 911 styling REALLY not working for the sedan.

[johnboy27]

Here is a link with the shots from High Level.
http://jalopnik.com/cars/spy-photos/porsche-panamera-test-convoy-323738.php

[wjjeeper]

I like it!

[2002civic]

I don't!

[zieg]

Next up from Porsche: the minivan.

[Bowser]

Not all that appealing to me. Looks like a sedan trying to be a hatchback.

[rmk]

Yea, not a fan of it. They will sell a ton of them though.

[Bowser]

Of course they will, it's still a porsche after all.

[rmk]

Yeah, those soccer moms will fill those things full of groceries.

[HondaRice]

Originally posted by rmk
Yeah, those soccer moms will fill those things full of groceries.


from walmart and costco

[Bowser]

lol, it sad to think that a porsche will be used for that kind of stuff. It puts the heritage to shame.

[Canmorite]

Originally posted by Xtrema
Cold Weather Testing?

Nice to see.

0c? Super cold haha

I want to see it all shined up and without cladding. Should be interesting.

[canuckcarguy]

I never thought they'd actually build something uglier than the Cayenne. Slapping a 911 front end on an Intrepid doesn't make for a nice-looking car.

[dino_martini]

Ugly. I love the look of the 911, dont get me wrong. But cant Porsche make something not look like a 911? People will still be interested if their sedan doesnt look like the 911.

The Aston Martin Rapaide will be better IMO.

[Reap]

Originally posted by dino_martini
Ugly. I love the look of the 911, dont get me wrong. But cant Porsche make something not look like a 911? People will still be interested if their sedan doesnt look like the 911.

The Aston Martin Rapaide will be better IMO.

[:EzE:]

Originally posted by funkedelic
it looks like porsche's version of the dodge magnum

Exactly what I was thinking! :thumbsdow

[finboy]

god i want one :drool: :drool: :drool:

[01RedDX]

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[strong]

One hell of a ride, with Porsche backing it you know it is going to be in the M5 territory. I like it and cant wait to more on the street.

[treg50]

RS6 Avant, M5 Wagon, Porsche Panamera... heck why not, it's a Porsche! Plus it's always a good time when applies the 'S' version.

Looks-wise, this tester is a bit rough but should be interesting to see a clean shiney production one.

[Euro_Trash]

Just a heads up, saw a green Panamera downtown today, followed very quickly by a beautiful white GT3.

[VW337]

Saw five Panameras cruising out highway 1 towards Banff today, they were with a group of about 20 other porsches and being followed by 2 Cayannes (sp?) with tires on their roofs. Unfortunatly I could only grab a pic of the SUV's after the cars had already passed.
http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c217/tylerb14/SSPX0077.jpg

[schocker]

That is pretty cool. Cant they fit the tires in the back of the panamera ;)

[corsvette]

I think its cool that they are doing some cold testing up here.Up next,,,the 4 door Corvette,it has been rumored before,if the Porsche sells well it may catch on!

[rumeo]

shows that you can sell anything if you throw a porsche logo on it

[cooperS]

i saw five of them coming up from Barlow to 16 with a Gregoria license plate. they are actually pretty sweet. but seems like a Bentley style car than the sporty Porsche

[dino_martini]

I spotted two Porsche Panamera's today downtown. I have two other pictures, but cannot get them off my phone right now.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd86/dino_martini/untitled-1.jpg
http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd86/dino_martini/PorschePanamera.jpg

[1997GSR]

Looks like there is no cammo ?

[dino_martini]

Originally posted by 1997GSR
Looks like there is no cammo ?

These were as far as I could tell, uncovered. No camo on them. When I took the pictures, the guy in the car gave me the thumbs up. :rofl:

[badatusrnames]

Originally posted by 1997GSR
Looks like there is no cammo ?

The final design has already been unveiled...

[eur0]

good posting, the only thing I dislike is the rear...everything is great

[1997GSR]

Originally posted by dino_martini


These were as far as I could tell, uncovered. No camo on them. When I took the pictures, the guy in the car gave me the thumbs up. :rofl:

Haha! Very cool

[dino_martini]

Here is one of the other pictures as promised.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd86/dino_martini/PorschePanamera2.jpg

[Enhance]

Damn, that last picture is beautiful.

[Eleanor]

Dare I say it is starting to grow on me?

Probably the best looking Porsche out there right now :thumbsup:

:drama:

:D