As we closeout 2012 with the change from PorschePurist to FlatSixes we thought we should take a look back at the year and see just which posts resonated the most with you. Using the statistics we receive about posts read on our site and via email we came up with the following list.
Not surprisingly, there are some new posts on the list this year. Perhaps more surprisingly, at least to us, …
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On Friday, December 21, 2012 PorschePurist changed its name to FlatSixes and the PorschePurist.com and 993C4S.com domains are now redirecting to FlatSixes.com. While we've done our best to make this change as seamless as possible there are sure to be some small adjustments necessary.
One of the biggest differences you'll notice is an overhaul to the site making it even more user …
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Last week we told you about a Riviera Blue Porsche 993 C2S up for sale that could potentially bring a record price. Well, if the final bidder on eBay actually comes through and purchases the car then I think a new record was achieved for the highest price ever paid for a non-celebrity owned, naturally aspirated, production version Porsche 993 (yeah, I know it's a lot of qualifiers). The winning …
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Almost every week we get requests from readers, both private sellers and dealers, looking for help in spreading the word about a Porsche they have for sale. Starting today, we can help! We've created a new category on our site called FEATURED PORSCHE FOR SALE.
Even better, we'll soon be launching a re-design of FlatSixes.com that prominently showcases these featured offerings on our …
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Product placement is now big business. From TV shows to the big screen, companies are aware of the power of film in establishing brand identity. Porsche is no exception. With a reputation for luxury living, Porsche models feature heavily in many popular movies and series.
Iconic Porsche movies
1983 teen comedy Risky Business features the outlandish escapades of Joel Goodson, played by a …
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To close out 2011, and make way for 2012, we looked back at our statistics to see just what topics interested you this year. We compiled our list from information about posts read via email and those read on our site.
Some of this year's top 10 posts shouldn't be a surprise, others seem to be perennial favorites. Some even took us by surprise with how many times they were read. We hope …
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There's no-denying Porsche is one of the world's true super brands. When New York's Luxury Institute surveyed 1,642 affluent Americans to ask their preferred choice of luxury car makers, Porsche emerged as the clear winner. It received high marks for its attention to detail, strong focus and uniqueness in a competitive marketplace.
In 2010, Porsche received three brand image awards from the …
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Finding the right Father's Day gift is always tough. If you have already exhausted all the standard options of a bottle of whiskey, a new tie or a wallet then you will need some inspiration. If your dad has a passion for Porsche, there are some options available to you that won't cost the world.
There are a various smaller gifts you can buy that will satisfy his thirst for all things …
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Your Porsche is your baby and requires daily attention which includes careful cleaning. Many owners insist on cleaning their own Porsches. This way the are fully responsible and no outsiders get a chance to mess anything up. It’s the same with your ‘real’ baby, you would always trust yourself to do a better job at feeding and bathing than a nanny or babysitter. Many owners see their …
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The second we hear the name of something, we form a mental image of it. As a result, it's vitally important for car designers to portray the right image with their vehicle names, but sometimes they get it very, very wrong…
When it comes to naming a new car design, a team will often start with around a thousand possible names, which will be whittled down to a shortlist of 100 or so. This …
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