TechArt Concept One ? Design Study for Porsche Panamera

 TechArt Concept One ? Design Study for Porsche Panamera
TechArt Concept One ? Design Study for Porsche Panamera first photos 25.02.2010

TechArt will proudly present its Concept One design study at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The study is based on the Porsche Panamera and offers individualisation programmes that ensure the car does not simply blend in with the rest. A different TechArt Panamera was shown at Frankfurt in 2009.

Pieces are seamlessly integrated into the main bodywork for a factory look. One example is the front apron with integrated air inlets that also serve to provide a better air flow for the intercoolers. Also, the lights package combines "daylight headlights," parking lights and turn signal lights as an LED system unit in one housing assembly.

Fenders and side skirts integrate easily with the wheel arches while at the rear the height-adjustable spoiler goes well with the diffuser and four tailpipes. Rounding off are 22-inch forged light alloy wheels in a dull platinum grey colour.

The engine features a carbon fibre cover. For the range-topping Panamera Turbo the standard 368kW (500 PS / 493 hp) is supplemented with an additional 110kW (150 PS / 148 hp).  Naturally, TechArt is withholding the details until Geneva.

Some interior luxury is provided courtesy of full leather finish in a cocoa and white colour combination, alcantara roof lining, an optional 3-spoke PDK sports steering wheel and an optional 10.2-inch ceiling monitor with integrated DVD player.

"Concept One provides an exclusive outlook on our second individualisation level for the Porsche Panamera model range," states Thomas Behringer, general manager of TechArt, "which is noticeably different from the first subtle program. The study is defined by concepts such as strength, individuality and self-consciousness, and clearly reflects our customers' requirements for uniqueness and sportiness. The Motor Show in Geneva is precisely the perfect platform for presenting the design concept to the world's public."

 


TECHART Concept One - Design Study Individualization Porsche Panamera

Individuality and personality, passion and perfection are concepts that substantially stand for TECHART. Yet TECHART is also defined by innovation and richness of ideas, by identification and instinct. At the 80th Motor-Show in Geneva, TECHART proves this once again by presenting the world premiere of the Concept One individualization study. Thomas Behringer, general manager of TECHART Automobildesign GmbH, says: "Concept One provides an exclusive outlook on our second individualization level for the Porsche Panamera model range, which is noticeably different from the first subtle program. The study is defined by concepts such as strength, individuality and self-consciousness, and clearly reflects our customers' requirements for uniqueness and sportiness. The Motor-Show in Geneva is precisely the perfect platform for presenting the design concept to the world's public."

Impressive exterior

In OE quality and fully manufactured from high-quality PU-RIM, the carrara white exterior package convinces owing to its massive and white characteristics. The front apron with integrated air inlets self-consciously emphasizes the design of the sporty 4-seater and also provides an improved air flow of the charge air intercoolers as well as improved brake cooling. A highlight is the distinct, extravagantly designed bonnet with inwrought air outlets. Powerful fenders and side skirts ensure a seamless transition among the wide wheel arches. Trim strips and elegant trim frames in the windows show the individualization down to the smallest detail typical of TECHART. The rear apron with integrated air openings and matching diffuser, together with the height-adjustable rear spoiler, rounds off the distinct exterior design. The double flow, black tail pipe of the TECHART stainless steel sports exhaust system also provide sporty accents in the striking rear of the vehicle. 22-inch TECHART Formula III forged light alloy wheels in exclusive dull platinum gray with Continental Sport Contact 3 tires fit seamlessly into the Porsche Panamera color combination and underline its self-conscious appearance.

A look under the bonnet also knows how to convince the study. The TECHART engine optic package with carbon fiber engine covering, TECHART logotype and flash red coating already makes the visitor to the trade fair stand feel the power of the Panamera Turbo - increased once again by TECHART with a power thrust of up to 150 hp.

Convincing peak performances

The overall design concept for the exterior with a 21-mm wider front axis and a 42-mm wider rear axis compared to the serial model is convincing owing to the TECHART-typical suitability for everyday use. The multifunctional TECHART daylight driving headlight system contributes essentially to the active safety of the driver by combining daylight headlights, parking lights and turn signal lights as an LED system unit in one common housing that seamlessly fits into the vehicle front design. The intensity of the lights adjusts automatically to the selected headlight circuit. Additionally, the headlight can also be dimmed for improving the effect of the turn signal lights, even while turning off.

TECHART sets standards in the interior

TECHART sets standards in the finishing of automobile interiors. As in the areas of technical revision, aerodynamic optimization and exterior design, the passion for perfection is here once again in the sports car that can make the individual ideas of the TECHART customers a reality. TECHART's saddlery, well-known for valuable manufactured work, convinces in the study's interior through its unique internal finishing. The TECHART full leather finish in the cocoa and white color combination, leather applications on trim parts in cerbero as well as manually processed decorative stitching in phosphor green masterly reflect the unique external appearance in the interior as well. White carpeting in the vehicle's interior and trunk, the roof liner in alcantara and the white face with phosphor green digits complete the unusual individualization.

TECHART's top-class interior options

For the first time in the Concept One Study, TECHART presents the 3-spoke PDK sports steering wheel with shift paddles. The driver can now shift one gear upwards with one hand and one gear downwards with the other one.

In addition, the study also shows some exclusive extras: A 10.2-inch ceiling monitor with integrated DVD player, a rear center console and two high-quality folding tables built into the front seats will also help pass the time in the back seat of the Panamera - whether for entertainment or work - this is left to the customer's personal imagination - as is almost everything at TECHART.

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 EDavis EDavis
Visually I think it's just a few minor details short of attaining a level as close to perfection as a Panamera could ever hope to achieve. And yes, I am wearing glasses. Thanks for asking.
February 25, 2010 11:17 pm
 super_car_muscle_man super_car_muscle_man
I agree. I never thought a Panamera could look this good! (although I note you didnt actually say whether you liked it or not, but only relatively its the best it could look!lol)
February 26, 2010 2:41 pm
 350Zed 350Zed
It's like a 12-minute boiled egg... ...wayyyyyyyyyyy too overdone.
February 25, 2010 11:32 pm
 kirin98 kirin98
The look of the Panamera just cannot be salvaged. Unless the car was totally reskinned, preferably with the help of an Italian design house, this will always is a lost case. And why on earth would TechArt choose white for this car, makes it look even more bulbous.
February 26, 2010 12:21 am
 kirin98 kirin98
The look of the Panamera just cannot be salvaged. Unless the car was totally reskinned, preferably with the help of an Italian design house, this will always be a lost case. And why on earth would TechArt choose white for this car, makes it look even more bulbous.
February 26, 2010 12:22 am
 catchmyshadow catchmyshadow
i think it looks brutal. a bit too much but still impressive.
February 26, 2010 12:25 am
 v6s_stink v6s_stink
This is another example of no coherent philosophy, purpose or any kind of usefulness. It is a niche that is so small that it defies a fill. It is a four door/four seat sports car with limited room andr visibility. It carries lots of weight, it's pushed by an Audi engine. It's wrapped up in early 1980's vintage body kit with a paint job from the same era. It has a price tag that puts it into thoroughbred territory. Some guy in Dubai is going to find out that it doesn't garner the desired status.
February 26, 2010 12:28 am
 599FXX 599FXX
tut tut! well put, even though i disagree with you on V-6's.
February 26, 2010 1:10 am
 nederina nederina
I have admit that the rear fixed spoiler does make it look rather good.
February 26, 2010 2:12 am
 rnsaza rnsaza
A Panamera that looks good... never thought I'd say that.
February 26, 2010 2:21 am
 GRAVE GRAVE
I like the white piece on the rear lights
February 26, 2010 5:54 am
 Shaktiman Shaktiman
Well, even I have to admit that the rear end with the rear win does look nice.. however no use in a four door saloon...
February 26, 2010 6:41 am
 crazy_golf_driver crazy_golf_driver
Suppose this is good as it gets for the Porsche Panamera...
February 26, 2010 6:45 am
 Max_Speed Max_Speed
Whatever they'll do to it, will still look like crap. This will probably remain in history books as one of the "fugliest" car ever produced....
February 26, 2010 7:00 am
 scratchy996 scratchy996
another day , another white tuned car...
February 26, 2010 7:20 am
 quattrosport quattrosport
The NISSAN-GTR like front grill is ugly and the cheap plastics on the rear lights too. Otherwise not too bad but kind of too much. I drove a Panamera on the Dijon race track and I have to admit that this car is hell efficient for a limousine. Still, 300kg less weight would be welcome.
February 26, 2010 8:46 am
 MasterA MasterA
Why...
February 26, 2010 8:48 am
 dmanero dmanero
Not the best designed body kit that I seen for the Panamera. The front bumper is a direct take from the GTR R35 and rims do not make the car. even the rear is overdone with the taillight covers. A failed attempt in my eyes
February 26, 2010 11:09 am
 Imasa Imasa
The wheels are the only decent thing on this. Otherwise, it looks cheap... perfect for Dubai, Russia, etc.
February 26, 2010 12:01 pm
 MTC MTC
It's hard to make a car this ugly looks good, they almost done it, just have to sort out the grill.
February 26, 2010 12:18 pm
 M! M!
Porsche doesn't like the tuners to retain the Porsche crest on their cars (cos some of them are ugly). Does anyone notice even TechArt leaves out their emblem on this Concept One?
February 27, 2010 6:37 am
 lucionatic lucionatic
The panamera turbo is the fastest sedan in the "ring". Unquestionably.
February 28, 2010 8:59 pm