911 Turbo Aero Package Costs As Much As A New Cayman S
There’s a Porsche 911 for every occasion, and if you want to get from point A to point B as quickly as possible, the Turbo S is the one for the job. It’s not the most hardcore 911 track toy, but every inch of the 911 Turbo S has been optimized for unrivaled speed.
Attempting to improve on this extreme 911 takes considerable expertise, but Gunther Werks – a renowned Porsche builder – has shown it can be done with a new 992.1 Turbo S Aero Package. This pack coincides with the launch of the tuner’s new sub-brand, GW9, and takes the 911 Turbo S to new heights – but it also makes the already expensive 911 even less attainable.
Eight-Piece Aero Package Is Both Tasteful And Functional
Every component in the pack is crafted from aerospace-grade, pre-impregnanted carbon fiber that has been made using autoclave technology. This process increases stiffness by up to 30% when compared to conventional carbon fiber; either way, let’s appreciate the properties of carbon fiber while we still can.
The eight components available are:
- Rear wing
- Rear diffuser
- Side skirts
- Side intake trim
- Front intake trim
- Front spoiler with winglets
- Front spoiler winglets
- Front spoiler with side fins
This is not some mad Mansory mission where visual impact trumps aerodynamics. Rather, GW9 has ensured that every part builds upon the 911 Turbo S’ existing attributes. For instance, the rear wing optimizes stability at high speeds, while the rear diffuser reduces rear-end lift. The front spoiler with winglets was designed to boost front-end downforce, helping to keep the Turbo S glued to the asphalt. The side fins also contribute to stability at high speeds.
“GW9 by Gunther Werks components are made specifically for modern Porsche fitments and our goal is to enhance the already great design, while giving our customers a unique package that stands out,” said Peter Nam, CEO and founder of Vorsteiner and Gunther Werks. “GW9 exemplifies our innovation and craftsmanship and it offers a way for the Porsche community to access the Gunther Werks brand.”
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Components Can Be Purchased Individually, But They’re Not Cheap
The GW9 brand’s site indicates pricing for each of the aero pack’s components, and they range from $3,995 for the aero front spoiler winglets all the way to $13,195 for the rear wing. The combined price of all components (with the most expensive finishes) is just over $68,000. Add a set of four GW9 magnesium monoblock wheels, and the total swells to an eye-watering $84,740. That could buy you a brand-new Porsche 718 Cayman S.
Then again, the base price of a new 911 Turbo S is already $230,400, so anyone who can afford that will likely also be able to afford a high-end carbon fiber aero package.
As a subsidiary of Gunther Werks, which operates out of California, the GW9 brand is expected to expand in the months ahead. Currently, it also has aero packs for the 991.1 GT2 RS, 991.1 GT3 RS, and Taycan.
911 Turbo S Is A Scary Performer
In case you needed reminding, the Porsche 911 Turbo S is a spectacular sports car. Its 3.7-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine produces 640 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. While some 911s are rear-wheel drive, such as the GT3 and GT3 RS, the Turbo S gets all-wheel-drive traction. This, plus the lightning-fast shifts of the eight-speed dual-clutch automatic, allows the Turbo S to streak from 0-60 mph in just 2.6 seconds. Keep your right foot planted, and you’ll eventually hit a top speed of 205 mph.
GW9 hasn’t specified if its aero package improves on these figures in any way, but there’s no doubt that any Turbo S is one of the quickest gas-powered cars in the world.
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