To minimize resistance, Porsche aerodynamicists developed a deflector blade to direct the air · after it passes out of the center

To minimize resistance, Porsche aerodynamicists developed a deflector blade to direct the air after it passes out of the center radiator. This guides the air down under the floor without creating any lift forces in the process. In addition the side radiator diverter blades are larger than before for improved airflow and to minimize lift forces on the front wheels. Finally, the front differential is vented by four front underbody channels. A rear opening vents the gearbox. New colors for 2008 As with other Porsche models, the available palette of exterior colors has been revised. Macadamia Metallic is now available as new finish. In addition, Atlas Grey Metallic replaces Lapis Blue Metallic as a special color, Malachite Green Metallic replaces Lagoon Green Metallic, and Ruby Red Metallic is gone, replaced by Carmona Red Metallic. Refined personalized interior As the exterior of the 997 Turbo Coupe is larger than the predecessor 996, so the interior is more spacious as well. The revised passenger compartment boasts leather-upholstered seats that are lower than before, helping lower the car's center of gravity for improved stability and agility. The pedals have been moved forward, meaning more legroom for taller drivers and the adjustable steering wheel has a range of height adjustment of 1.6 inches (40 mm). The instrument panel features the Porsche hallmark round gauges with aluminum-colored faces. The word "Turbo" is emblazoned in script on the large tachometer. White, light-emitting diodes ensure easy night readability of all the gauges and the turbocharger boost gauge is also shown as a bar graph. Optional new sports seats Also new for this year are lightweight optional sports bucket seats. These front seats are essentially race seats appropriate for the street as well. They feature folding backrests and do not impede access to the Coupe's rear seats. Like all Porsche front seats, these sports bucket seats have side-impact thorax airbags mounted in the outer edges of the seatbacks. In addition, the new sports bucket seats boast carbon fiber-reinforced construction for a weight savings of 15 to 20 pounds (7 to 9 kg) over standard seats, depending on model. Expanded navigation capabilities As befits an exclusive car, the Turbo Coupe comes standard with such convenience features as a navigation system and sophisticated audio system. The Turbo boasts Porsche Communication Management (PCM) which includes an enhanced DVD- based navigation system. PCM has a large 5.8-inch display screen and 23 stages of map definition, to a very fine resolution of only 165 feet (50 m). The DVD-drive for the navigation is housed in the luggage compartment. A benefit of having the unit DVD based is its blazingly fast response for instant route calculations as well as expanded database capacity.