Thursday 30th October 2014

Porsche announces Panamera Exclusive Series

For those days when a regular Panamera Turbo S Executive just won't do

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What you're looking at here is the £200,000 Porsche Panamera. Really. The Exclusive Series is more than just an iffy paint job and Sport Classic wheels on the Porsche saloon, rather its Porsche's attempt to further push the luxury side of the Panamera and its 'Exclusive factory'.

Yes, 'tis quite big

But let's start with the paint. Below the door handles is a 'chestnut brown metallic' against the deep black metallic primary hue. If it makes you think of Peugeot's Onyx and RCZ R concepts then you're not alone. Each Panamera Exclusive will be hand painted to 'ensure a harmonious blend of colour'. It's distinctive, that's for sure.

Not got enough chestnut brown? Good, as inside is trimmed with 'Agatha Chestnut Brown' leather from Poltrona Frau. Where there is black leather there's chestnut brown stitching for a contrast.

For rear passengers sick of brown there is a distraction: Rear Seat Entertainment System Plus. With two 10.1-inch touchscreens, built-in camera and Burmester speakers it should provide adequate distraction from the important work you must be involved with to afford a Panamera Exclusive. Or continue toiling with the 'comprehensive business' function and mobile Internet.

Best like brown. A lot

The Exclusive is based on the long wheelbase Panamera Turbo S Executive with 570hp and seven-speed PDK. It therefore probably won't be far off the 3.8 seconds to 62 and 193mph of the standard car, at least up until the optional five-piece luggage set is thrown in.

Porsche is only making 100 Exclusive Series Panameras, all in left-hand drive. It will be shown at the Los Angeles motor show, a region where you expect it will prove popular. And it isn't quite £200,000 so apologies for that; at today's exchange rate 249,877 euros is £196,700. Bargain.

[IAJO]

Ouch that's ugly.

[Amirhussain]

I actually like the looks of the Panamera now, hated it when they first came out.

[fastgerman]

Exceptionally sexy!

[IAJO]

Amirhussain said:

I actually like the looks of the Panamera now, hated it when they first came out.

I don't hate the normal panamera always thought it looked ok but the added stretch in this one is not for me. Luckily I dont have 200,000.00 or anyone with a gun to my head forcing me to buy it!

[MogulBoy]

If they could only just do the brake calipers in brown, that might clinch a few extra sales.

[tuffer]

Brown faux suede exhaust tips, that's whats needed.

[kambites]

I think a brown paper bag to wear over one's head whilst inside it could command a significant premium.

[gregf40]

Surely you would have to be mad to choose that over a Ghost?

[Aeroresh]

gregf40 said:

Surely you would have to be mad to choose that over a Ghost?

I would but may be Im mad!

Seems a lot more for not a lot more than a dubious paint job though?

[Fittster]

This must have the potential to set a depreciation record.

[moskvich427]

Aeroresh said:

gregf40 said:

Surely you would have to be mad to choose that over a Ghost?

I would but may be Im mad!

Seems a lot more for not a lot more than a dubious paint job though?

I must be mad too then... like it a lot, colour and all.

Price is slightly bonkers though...

[alexpa]

nice chrome around the windows

[KTF]

Extending the wheelbase (I assume this is based on the Chinese market version) seems to help sort out the iffy proportions of the original version.

[mnx42]

I think the colour looks smart. Not keen on the rest though.

[edinph]

Still the fugliest thing on four wheels! Sick bag please!

[Escort3500]

Phenomenally fast, phenomenally expensive and, er, phenomenally ugly.

[Matt UK]

I saw a Panamera today, not seen one for a while.

You know how when a car first comes out and you think it looks terrible, but then after a while it grows on you and you come to accept it, like it even?

This is not one of those cars...

[tfin]

I'm offended by that.

[fatboy b]

Just toooooo loooooong to even think about looking good.

[anonymous-user]

Great car but not on the list as LHD only