the enthusiast (us) will almost always have something to complain about, but Porsche catering to the masses allows them to build all the ridiculous cool stuff like the RS models that caters to a much smaller crowd. correct me if i'm wrong, but isn't the cayenne the main reason Porsche didn't go bankrupt some years ago. I will put up with soccer moms and their cayennes as long as i can still go to the track and watch all the GT cars do laps

 

Don't forget this article....

In a recent interview with Automotive News Europe, Porsche CEO Matthias Mueller revealed some interesting details about the company's strategy to double sales by 2018.
First and foremost, Mueller wants to "improve coordination between our model line product life cycles" by launching new models annually. This will kick off with the introduction of the new 911 and be followed in 2012 with the launch of the redesigned Boxster and Cayman.
Sadly, noting that there are already 22 derivatives of the current 911, Mueller promised that more are coming and not just to the 911 lineup. This means we can expect to see more variations of the Boxster, Cayman, Panamera, and Cayenne.
When asked what is coming for the Panamera facelift, the 57 year old mentioned sportier styling, a possible extended-wheelbase variant, and a plug-in hybrid concept. He also talked about a Panamera coupe, but stated the company is keeping their options open and isn't in a rush to add additional variants as the model is already a resounding sales success.
As for the oft-rumored 929 supercar, Mueller suggested there was room for such a model between the 911 GT2 RS and 918 Spyder. The company is currently evaluating the idea and should reach a decision by the middle of the year. If approved, the car would battle offerings from Lamborghini, Ferrari, and McLaren.
More interestingly, Mueller thinks EVs are overhyped and will only represent a small portion (3-5%) of all automotive sales by 2020. While this seemingly rules out production of the Boxster E prototype, the company is fully committed to offering hybrid variants of all models.

Source: Automotive News

 

yeah lets see if Mueller sticks to what he says. More variants of the 911 yet still to come holy crap talk about de-valueing a car that once was destined to become a collectable. This is why cars like the 930 Slantnose, 964 RS America, 993 Turbo and the 996 GT2 are worth holding on to....seems like 997 and beyond is becoming extremely watered down with too much variances and more hype and marketing clouding the iconic 911 model...not good!

 

I like that Porsche has added some variety. Caymans, Boxsters, Cayennes, Panameras, are all good for the brand IMO. You HAVE to be diverse in this market, especially when you are selling to the middle-upper class who are fickle and have lots of choices.

I'm just more irritated than really caring. If guys keep buying them, then why not sell them. Many times, new variants spark sales as there is always something new drawing customers away.

I'm still waiting for a PDK KERS Cayererra.