Opinion: Porsche Panamera

apolloGT · #1 (**permalink**) 07-27-2009, 05:05 PM

There's no doubting the Panamera is a very fast 4 door, but I have to say, I think it's one of the ugliest new cars built! Yes I would rather drive it than most new cars, but I especially hate the rear end. Does anyone else share my opinion on the looks of this thing?

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sccavette · #2 (**permalink**) 07-28-2009, 01:39 AM

ahhh it is not too bad, looks like they tried to use a 911 rear bumpr and make it a hatch back.

I will stick with the Austin Martin!

shelbyy · #3 (**permalink**) 07-28-2009, 01:20 PM

ehhh... not to my taste.

FBody_Lover · #4 (**permalink**) 07-28-2009, 01:34 PM

Instead of that Porsche, I'd go with an M5. But it doesn't look to bad IMO.

cyberwaste · #5 (**permalink**) 07-30-2009, 02:32 PM

biv343 · #6 (**permalink**) 08-24-2009, 12:50 PM

i don't mind it. Its aimed at a different market segment, and i think they did pretty well with what they had. As long as they keep offering their other lines i'm fine

apolloGT · #7 (**permalink**) 08-25-2009, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by biv343

i don't mind it. Its aimed at a different market segment, and i think they did pretty well with what they had. As long as they keep offering their other lines i'm fine

Yeah true. I appreciate the technology, but I just can't get over that rear end. I agree with f-body.. I think I'd have to go with an M5 or CTS-V

biv343 · #8 (**permalink**) 08-27-2009, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by apolloGT

Yeah true. I appreciate the technology, but I just can't get over that rear end. I agree with f-body.. I think I'd have to go with an M5 or CTS-V

I think I'd go with the M5. The CTS-V may have slightly better performance, but the BMW will hold it's value way better, and it's so much classier/better looking haha. Yeah I hear you about that rear end, it annoys me almost as much as the Z3 M Coupes... ugly as hell >.<

youmils03 · #9 (**permalink**) 09-17-2009, 07:50 PM

In terms of price, interior features, and acceleration time, I think the Audi RS6 is a better choice. But DO NOT GET ME WRONG. The Panamera is an absurdly impressive car; I am completely wow-ed with its superb handling, acceleration, comfort, and even ride quality. I bet the Panamera also gets better gas mileage due to fewer cylinders. But then there ARE fewer cylinders, lol. And the Panamera is a pretty sick looking car but I think the new Audi RS6 might come out in front in terms of appearance. Both are kings, but the Panamera might be a tad overpriced.

kendallcschm · #10 (**permalink**) 09-17-2009, 09:16 PM

thats horrible .... its hideous.. ill stick to my stangs

apolloGT · #11 (**permalink**) 09-17-2009, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by youmils03

In terms of price, interior features, and acceleration time, I think the Audi RS6 is a better choice. But DO NOT GET ME WRONG. The Panamera is an absurdly impressive car; I am completely wow-ed with its superb handling, acceleration, comfort, and even ride quality. I bet the Panamera also gets better gas mileage due to fewer cylinders. But then there ARE fewer cylinders, lol. And the Panamera is a pretty sick looking car but I think the new Audi RS6 might come out in front in terms of appearance. Both are kings, but the Panamera might be a tad overpriced.

I agree with the overpricing. The RS6, IMO, isn't relevant because they don't even sell them here. When it comes to the German power elite, I have to stick with the M5... you can still get a 6 spd manual on it... does the Panamera offer that?

RexNoctu · #12 (**permalink**) 09-20-2009, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by apolloGT

...I have to stick with the M5... you can still get a 6 spd manual on it... does the Panamera offer that?

That is the standard, optional 7 speed PDK, unless you get the turbo then you are stuck with the 7 speed.

MustangChick21 · #13 (**permalink**) 10-13-2009, 01:43 PM

I like them and I don't like them... its hard to explain... I mean its got the sleek porsche look but at the same time I don't think porsche should make a 4 door, it takes away from the "sports car" look.

Johnnyboy · #14 (**permalink**) 10-13-2009, 10:45 PM

I find it unattractive because it looks too 911ish which makes it look like one of those tasteless stretch limousines. Perhaps if it looked more Cayenneish I would like it more.