Porsche To Show 111-Year-Old Hybrid In Geneva

Porsche AG will show a version of the Semper Vivus, a hybrid car developed by company founder Dr. Ferdinand Porsche in 1900, at next week’s Geneva Motor Show. Porsches says it worked for four years at its Porsche Museum in Stuttgart to recreate the car.

The appearance of Semper Vivus (meaning “always alive”) at the show is meant to reflect what Porsche calls its “lengthy dedication to ground-breaking hybrid technology.” It coincides with the recent announcement that Porsche will build a hybrid version of its Panamera sedan to join its hybrid Cayenne SUV in the lineup.

Check out the video of the Semper Vivus here!

Ralph Lauren to Exhibit Car Collection Classics for the First Time

Some of the most precious gems in famed fashion designer Ralph Lauren's incredible car collection will be exhibited for the the first time ever in Paris this spring.  Lauren's collection is considered one of the finest in private hands on the planet and features an impressive array of the rarest and most valuable vehicles in the world, including the 1955 Porsche 550 Spyder which also happened to be the vehicle in which famed idol, James Dean, departed this earth.  If this car could talk....wouldn't that be interesting!  Check out our selection of classic and vintage motor cars to rival Lauren's collection, click here.

Pre-Owned Vehicle of the Week: 2011 Jaguar XJ XJL Supercharged

This sleek and stylish new addition to the Jaguar name harkens back to the XJ's beginnings in 1968. Modified with features that outshine any car in its class, this particular 2011 Jaguar XJ XJL Supercharged comes with a ferocious 5.0 liter V8 motor that pushes 470hp and reaches 60 mph in under 6 seconds.  This performance and luxury driven vehicle comes with Jaguar Platinum Coverage with a 5 year 50,000 mile factory warranty with complimentary scheduled maintenance with no cost replacement of specific wear and tear items and 24/7 roadside assistance.   Don’t let this one slip through your fingers.  Click here today to schedule a test drive.   

Porsche of North Houston's Todd Blue and Kelly Wolf Featured in Houston Register Article

Our very own dealer principal Todd Blue and general manager Kelly Wolf were recently featured in Houston Register's February 7th, 2011 article on "Selling Splendor".  Here's an excerpt from the article below... to read the full article, click here.





... Another success story in the making is the arrival of IndiGO Auto Group in North Houston, who has owned the Porsche store since January 2010 and as of press time had just closed on the Lamborghini dealership, just a few miles south of Porsche on I-45.  CEO Todd Blue is originally from Louisville, but fell in love with Houston’s attitude of ‘yes’ and its passionate car community.  Todd tells us that “Houston is a very pro-business, no-boundaries community, which is exciting for the brands that we represent.”
What’s unique about IndiGO Auto group is that they are privately owned and represent some of the greatest high-end luxury automotive brands.  That’s something you don’t often come across these days, and Mr. Blue believes that this allows them to offer their clients a personal experience along the way.
General Manager Kelly Wolf loves the constant change he gets to experience daily in his position.  The market, the products and the technology are forever evolving, making every day different.  “Buying a Porsche or Lamborghini is not a necessity – we aren’t selling transportation; these people don’t just need a fast car to get to work on time,” says Wolf.  “We get to watch people fulfill their dreams and reward themselves for personal accomplishments.  They are buying something they’ve dreamt about since they were 9 years old and had that car poster on their wall.  Now it’s parked in their garage, and we got to be involved in that process.  It’s exciting.”
Wolf particularly enjoys the fact that in this line of work, in a store such as his, that you get to watch customers start with an entry level sports car and move up through the ranks.  Says Wolf, “One of the most fun parts of being in this business is that you don’t just sell one car, you typically sell five, six or seven cars as the client grows in their career and rewards themselves accordingly.”
Todd Blue, CEO of IndiGO loves to build cars with Kelly.  “When Kelly and I build the ‘for sale’ cars, choosing wheels, colors and other accoutrements, we always like to build the coolest cars and load them out,” says Blue.  “A lot of times dealers will build cars that are really safe, as far as colors or packages are concerned, and we always want to build cars that are exciting and emulate the passion that we have for this business.  We are associated with the coolest brands in the world and we make sure we accentuate that by building the best that our brands have to offer.”
We all know Houston loves its cars, especially the sexy ones, and that will likely never change, which bodes well for the luxury automotive groups.  “This market will never be boring,” Meave tells us.  “Every day is different and that’s what I love about it.”  We couldn’t agree more.

New Vehicle of the Week: 2011 Porsche Boxster PDK

With a bumper to bumper 4-year 50,000 mile Porsche Manufacturer’s warranty, this gorgeous Carrera White 2011 Porsche Boxster PDK comes with a sporty Metropol Blue convertible top and supple Sea Blue leather interior.  With Bose sound system, white 19” sport wheels and 2.9L DOHC SMFI horizontally-opposed 24-valve 6-cyl engine, this vehicle is fast and stylish.  Click here to see more details including photos and to arrange a test drive.

Check Out This Great Porsche Commercial!

911 Carrera GTS Launches at Chicago Auto Show

On Thursday, February 10, 2011, the 911 Carrera GTS was unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show.  The message from the 911 Carrera GTS is clear and unmistakable: force, power and dynamics. With direct fuel injection (DFI) and VarioCam Plus, the upgraded 3.8-liter six-cylinder rear engine of the new 911 Carrera GTS generates 408 hp at 7300 rpm, 23 hp more than the 911 Carrera S.  But, without an increase in fuel consumption or emissions. This is not a contradiction, but a combination of dynamics and efficiency, of sportiness and everyday practicality.  Porsche calls it Porsche Intelligent Performance.

To view our full selection of Porsche 911 Carreras, click here.

Pre-Owned Vehicle of the Week: 2007 BMW 3 Series 328i

This pristine 2007 BMW 3 Series 328i has a Sparkling Graphite Metallic exterior finish and supple leather interior.  The standard when it comes to perfectly sorted vehicle dynamics, potent and sophisticated engines and high-quality interior materials, this incredible specimen of German engineering comes with an impressive 3.0L DOHC 24-valve I6 engine and all the amenities luxury vehicles have come to expect including: Sports Package, Premium Package, Xenon Headlamps and a Certified Pre-Owned warranty of 6 years or 100k miles (expires 7/20/2013).  For more information or to contact us for a test drive, click here.

Porsche Unveils Trio of All Electric Boxsters

Porsche already has the hottest hybrid on the planet with its Porsche 918 Spyder, but what about a little something that forgoes gasoline altogether?  Now, it has that, too.  The iconic German automaker has just unveiled the first of the trio of the Boxster E's.  The prototype uses 240 electron-powered ponies from motors attached to front and rear axles to give it all-wheel-drive sure-footedness and the ability to go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 5.3 seconds. It has a 29-kWh battery pack, which should give a solid 100 miles per charge.  Porsche will trial the triplets over the coming months.  No plans for a retail version have been mentioned, though it remains an eventual possibility considering CEO Matthias Müller's statement at the Porsche museum ceremony that electric mobility is the company's “central challenge.”

Check out our current line of incredible Boxsters by clicking here.

New Vehicle of the Week: 2011 Porsche Cayenne AWD 4dr Turbo

With 12-way power front bucket seats with 4-way power lumbar support and driver memory package, sleek black exterior, luxurious and high-tech interior with onboard computer, this 2011 Porsche Cayenne AWD 4dr Turbo is as sophisticated as it is powerful with its 4.8L DOHC SMPI aluminum 32-valve twin-turbocharged V8 engine.  All eyes will be on you.  Click here for more details and available options or to setup up a test drive call us today, 1.888.510.4711.

Todd Blue to be Featured in Houston Magazine’s 2011 Men of Style Issue

Today Todd Blue, dealer principal of Porsche of North Houston, Lamborghini Houston and indiGO Classic Cars spent some time in a photo shoot at the Hotel Sorella in Houston.  He was handpicked as one of Houston’s “buzziest and most stylish” men.  Mr. Blue was dressed and styled to the max by Houston Magazine’s accomplished style team.  Check out Todd Blue’s profile, click here.

Porsche To Unveil New Hybrid

Porsche AG will stage the world premiere of a parallel full hybrid model at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show.

The world premiere in Geneva is being complemented by the 918 RSR hybrid racing car concept, making its first public appearance in front of a European audience. The mid-engine coupé combines the design of the 918 Spyder with the technology of the 911 GT3 R hybrid racing car.

The V8 engine in the 918 RSR is a further development of the direct injection engine from the successful RS Spyder race car and now offers an output of 563 hp (420 kW) at 10,300 rpm in the 918 RSR. The electric motors on the two front wheels each contribute 75 kW to the peak drive power of 767 hp (572 kW). This additional power, which is generated during braking, is stored in an optimized flywheel accumulator.

Check out our full inventory of new and pre-owned Porsches, click here.

Pre-Owned Vehicle of the Week: 2004 Ferrari 360 Spider

Want to be ahead of the pack?  This low-mileage 2004 Ferrari 360 Spider boasts black leather interior, Daytona style seats, red brake calipers and a sleek metallic silver exterior and plush black leather seats.  With a ferocious 3.6L DOHC MPFI 40-valve V8 engine, this convertible coupe will take you where you want to go faster and in more style than the rest – all for only $99,995.  For a full description, click here. 

Porsche Considers Selling Diesel Vehicles in US

Porsche is considering selling diesel versions of its Cayenne SUV and Panamera sedan in the United States, its biggest market.  The demand for fuel-efficient vehicles has grown quickly, even among luxury car buyers, and a diesel would help Porsche meet that demand.  "We are discussing internally if we should introduce the Cayenne diesel in the US this year. Also a Panamera diesel is an option," said Bernhard Maier, the brand's sales and marketing chief.  Until then see our full selection of Porsche Cayennes and Panameras by clicking here.

Porsche of North Houston Welcomes Lamborghini Houston To Our Growing Automotive Family

Todd Blue, Chairman and CEO of indiGO Auto Group, announced today that the company has purchased Lamborghini Houston located at 13921 North Freeway in Houston, Texas. The transaction, which was completed on January 28th, 2011, is the second franchised automotive dealership Mr. Blue has acquired in Houston following the addition of Porsche of North Houston in January 2010.

IndiGO Auto Group currently consists of three automotive dealerships including Porsche of North Houston, indiGO Classic Cars and Lamborghini Houston. indiGO Classic Cars will soon relocate its operation from Kentucky to Houston to be integrated into the growing indiGO family of automotive dealerships.

“We couldn’t be happier about the addition of Lamborghini Houston to our group,” said Mr. Blue. “We’re thrilled to have previous owner Gary Seale join our company. He has tremendous knowledge of the brand and established relationships in the Lamborghini community.”

A life-long car enthusiast and collector, Mr. Blue added, “I can’t wait for our customers to see the products that Lamborghini has in development. Lamborghini’s state-of-the-art motorcars, specifically the new Aventador LP700-4 (arriving to our dealership this May 2011), which is the replacement for the Murcielago, is quite possibly the most advanced super exotic production sports car ever produced.”

Mr. Blue’s excitement for his new dealership is only rivaled by his genuine adoration of the Houston area and Houstonians. “Our Porsche customers are enthusiasts, our Lamborghini customers are enthusiasts. This is a reflection of the enthusiastic spirit that Houstonians have in all that they do. The car community in Houston is second to none. Our customers really drive their cars; they are passionate about great engineering and design. Our team members love providing our customers with experiences that fulfill their automotive dreams on a daily basis”.

Indigo Auto Group’s mission is to deliver the highest level customer service and offer timeless modernity while honoring the heritage of the brands it represents. It will always be paramount to Mr. Blue’s organization that his dealerships maintain a boutique and authentic environment where customers have experiential automotive ownership. “We’re fortunate to be a privately held automotive group delivering our customers a boutique experience,” said Mr. Blue. “We know our customers on a first name basis and with our expanding brand line-up, we’re able to deliver them design-driven performance, luxury and vintage motorcars.”

For more information on Lamborghini Houston, click here!

Porsche Spotting Game on FourSquare

Porsche Cars USA is launching a social media game together with FourSquare. The game involves spotting a Porsche in Dallas during the NFL game between Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers, and updating the location of that Porsche with its photo on FourSquare.  Once a Porsche is spotted a user takes a snapshot of the Porsche and uploads it to FourSquare with the hashtag “#Porsche”.  Porsche will feature the best photos in its “Porsche spotting at the big game” photo gallery on Facebook.  Click here for details on this cool venture.

Pre-Owned Vehicle of the Week: 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 4dr Sdn AWD

This 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has a Silver Tempest exterior color with Portland interior leather. In addition to the standard options and features this Flying Spur is also equipped with 20" alloys, 4 corner air suspension, speed variable steering assist, keyless remote entry with start/stop button, Burr Walnut trim, 12 speaker digital sound. For a full description and specifications, click here. 

New Vehicle of the Week: 2011 Porsche Cayman

The 2011 Porsche Cayman is beautiful designed and crafted to bring true performance to its grateful owner.  Lean, muscular and purposeful, the Cayman recalls Porsche's purebred sporting machines of the 1950s.  With an amazing 2.9L DOHC SMFI horizontally-opposed 24-valve 6-cyl engine, the Cayman stays true to the Porsche tradition of unmatched performance.  Click here for a full list of specifications or to schedule a test drive today!