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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Panamera

How Does the Porsche Panamera GTS (971) Differ from the Turbo?

The other day, I wrote my impressions after test driving the Panamera GTS, and now I’d like to share my husband’s thoughts. The Meaning Behind the “GTS” Badge I was personally very curious and fortunate to have the chance to test drive the 971 Panamera GTS. Since our family owns a Panamera Turbo, I’ll focus this report on comparing the two. For Porsche, the GTS grade holds a special place. Tracing back its history, the...

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Panamera

Test Driving the Porsche Panamera GTS (971 Model): My Impressions

971 Panamera GTS The other day, I had the opportunity to test drive the Panamera GTS (971). Personally, I’ve always loved the 970 Panamera GTS I occasionally see around my neighborhood—the engine sound is fantastic, and I’ve always thought the raised rear spoiler looks really cool. So, how does the 971 Panamera GTS feel? Actually, last fall I participated in Porsche’s driving school (Porsche Track Experience) and got to test drive a Panamera GTS for...

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Panamera

Porsche Panamera｜Reflections After 4 Years of Ownership

Car Life at Seven Months Pregnant Time flies—I’m already seven months pregnant, and my belly has grown quite large. Recently, I’ve really noticed how much my thought process has changed compared to before pregnancy. The human body is truly a fascinating thing. I’ve always been the type to enjoy new challenges and adventures, but now, those feelings have mostly faded. It feels like all the male hormones inside me have completely vanished, replaced entirely by...

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Boxster

Test Driving the Porsche Boxster GTS (981) with PDK and Sports Chassis

The other day, my husband had the opportunity to drive a 981 Boxster GTS with the Sports Chassis option, and he wrote about his impressions. Please have a look if you’re interested. Porsche Boxster with Sports Chassis One afternoon, when we went to Royu Driveway in the 981 Boxster GTS (MT), we happened to meet a blog reader who was driving a Boxster GTS (981, PDK). While chatting, we learned that this reader’s Boxster GTS...

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Reviews & Test Drives, BMW

Test Drive: BMW 320d M Sport (F30 Model)

The Loaner Was a 320d (F30 Model) The other day, when I took my BMW 320i in for its one-year inspection, they kindly lent me a 320d (F30 model) as a loaner. I had expected a compact car or something similar as a loaner for such inspections, so I was pleasantly surprised to receive such a nice car. Thank you very much! Both my husband and I got to drive this 320d a little, so...

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Panamera

Porsche Panamera: The Perfect Balance of Comfort and Sportiness

Panamera, After a Wash Perhaps due to pollen and yellow dust, the Panamera had gotten quite dirty, so I decided to have it hand-washed at our usual nearby gas station. Since it was dirtier than usual, I opted for the premium wash that helps repel dirt after cleaning. The Panamera’s wash was completed in about an hour, and when I went to pick it up, it was shining like a brand-new car. I’m so grateful…...

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Finally Getting the Hang of the Porsche 911 GT3!

My First Drive in the 911 GT3 in a While The other day, I drove the Porsche 911 GT3 for the first time in a while. I hadn’t driven since late last year due to morning sickness, and even after feeling better, I hadn’t gotten behind the wheel—so it was probably about six months since my last drive. In the past, just the thought of the GT3 intimidated me, and I couldn’t drive it properly....

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Porsche 911 GTS (991 Late Model) Test Drive – A Wife’s Everyday Use Review

911 Carrera GTS The other day, my husband was able to borrow a 911 Carrera GTS from an acquaintance, and I got to drive it for a while. Today, I’m sharing my impressions from that experience. I’m truly grateful for the opportunity to regularly drive various Porsches in this environment—it’s a rare and valuable experience. I’d like to take this chance to thank my husband’s acquaintances here (though I doubt they read this blog, haha)....

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Porsche? No, This Is a RUF! Test Driving the RUF RCT

My husband often gets the chance to ride in cars owned by acquaintances or blog readers (lucky him, right? lol), but this time he got to drive a very rare Porsche called a “RUF.” Since I’m still new to Porsche and didn’t know the name RUF, when my husband excitedly told me, “I got to ride in a RUF!” I responded with, “Huh? Nissan Roof? (-_-)” (You mean Nissan Leaf, actually). So, I asked him...

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