Brumos Porsche, based in Florida, confirmed officially that it will produce a special factory-built 911 Carrera GTS B59 Edition Coupes limited to only 5 units. To commemorate the concept and build process, each 2012 Carrera GTS B59 Edition will be delivered with a factory produced photo book. This special, coffee table-style book will properly document the history, heritage and pedigree of the 2012 911 Carrera GTS B59 Edition.
Jacksonville, Florida – (August 14, 2011) Brumos Porsche confirmed today the production of five rare,factory-built 911 Carrera GTS B59 Edition Coupes. “Our special B59 Edition project is nearing completionand soon the driving fun will begin,” said Ray Shaffer, Brumos Porsche General Manager. “It is an honor anda pleasure to be involved so closely with the Porsche factory in Germany and here in the States during thecreation of these special 911s – the last of the popular 997 model line and a fitting tribute to HurleyHaywood’s amazing record of overall wins at the Daytona 24 Hours (1973, ‘75, ‘77, ‘79 and ‘91).
”The 2012 911 Carrera GTS B59 Edition Coupes will all be finished in Carrara White and feature a Black FullLeather interior with Alcantara trim. In addition to the many standard comfort and performance featuresfound on the Carrera GTS 408h, the five B59 Editions will include;
- Brumos Red/Blue stripe design for the front hood and rear deck.
-Brumos Red/Blue stripe “PORSCHE” door decals.
-Exterior mirrors in Black. 19” Sport Classic Wheel (Fuchs style).
-Interior limitation badges.
-Door entry guards in Stainless Steel with “Hurley Haywood” engraved signature.
-Deviating (dual stripe) stitching in Brumos Red/Blue on steering wheel and gear/brake lever.
-Carrara White painted interior accents including Adaptive Sport Seat BackrestsPerformance and comfort options include;.
-Sport Chrono Package Plus. Sport Shifter.
-Sports Suspension including PASM and Limited Slip Rear Differential Lock.
-BOSE Surround Sound System. XM Satellite Radio Receiver.
-Extended Navigation Module for PCM 3.0.
-Heated Front Seats
“In creating the 2012 911 Carrera GTS B59 Editions, we want to honor the close working relationshipBrumos has always enjoyed with the factory over the years,” continued Shaffer. “The late Peter Gregg oftenordered unique street and race cars for himself through his factory connections and we want to revive thatsame spirit today. Our desire for the five 911s is to be uniquely tailored directly from the factory and free ofaftermarket add-ons – something no other Porsche dealer has offered. I am excited to say, we may haveexceeded our goals.”
To commemorate the concept and build process, each 2012 Carrera GTS B59 Edition will be delivered with afactory produced photo book. This special, coffee table-style book will properly documents the history,heritage and pedigree of the 2012 911 Carrera GTS B59 Edition.
“The 911 Carrera GTS B59 Edition is cause for celebration on many levels and we want to make sure itreceives the recognition and fanfare it so richly deserves,” added Brumos Porsche Sales Manager BrandonStarks. “We have several customer event concepts being discussed right now including the 50thAnniversaryRolex 24 at Daytona January 28-29th
, 2012.”
The 2012 911 Carrera GTS B59 Edition will carry a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $133,540.Actual images will be available soon. For a complete listing of standard and optional equipment (and toinquiry about availability) prospective US buyers are encouraged to call 904-725-9155.
