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Culture Jalopnik ranks the five quickest 0–60 mph cars you could buy in the 1970s, highlighting the De Tomaso Pantera (5.5s), Ferrari 512 BB (about 5.4s), Chevrolet Corvette LS6 (5.3s), Porsche Carrera RS 3.0 (5.2s), and the Porsche 911 Turbo (4.9s in 1978–onwards). The piece notes period test discrepancies and rarity/price factors, underscoring how raw acceleration defined the era’s performance mythos.
The author embarked on a project to transform their 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo into a circa-2001 version of Porsche’s newest Sport Classic, involving the installation of a lightweight carbon fiber roof panel and a custom paint job in Ocean Jade Metallic. The car's interior is also undergoing a transformation, with seats and interior components being color-matched to the exterior. Despite the extensive work still ahead, the author is excited about the progress and looks forward to the completed look, aiming to run the car for another 300,000 miles.
Rocket League's Season 12 introduces the Porsche 911 Turbo as a new car, along with various customization options and rewards. The season's theme revolves around the notorious hacktivist Zero-Day, who has gained access to Neo Tokyo's digital infrastructure. Players can experience the corrupted version of Neo Tokyo in the game and earn exclusive items related to Zero-Day. The season also brings tournament rewards and hints at upcoming events, including the reopening of the Aftermarket Item Shop Tab and Halloween celebrations. Season 12 starts on September 6.