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Porsche is preparing to release a model 550
The Porsche seriously contemplating on how to release the ideological successor to the model 356. It is expected that it will be lightweight, compact roadster, which can take in the model range marks the place at the next lower level model Boxster. Porsche 356 at one time was one of the most successful models, due to the low price brands and outstanding driving characteristics. Now seriously thinking about Zuffenhausen release of the most affordable model, which could be regarded as the ideological successor to the roadster. Presumably, it will be called the Porsche 550. According to some Western media, the news outlet is planned for 2014. It is expected that the roadster will receive a folding fabric roof and one or two compact supercharged engine. While reports on the 1.6-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine, developing 200 horsepower. Thanks to a mid-linking Porsche 550 will also differ-honed driving characteristics, but due to low weight (1,200 kg) - convincing dynamics. Of course, the roadster will receive a manual gearbox, as well as corporate "Robot» PDK.