The Baby Boxster by Porsche

Car Magazine reports about Porsche's plan to introduce a new affordable entry-level roadster, positioned below the Boxster:

“Porsche is preparing to piggyback VW and Audi’s roadster project and build a baby Boxster, a car that could be a true successor to the 356. But this new model won’t tread on the toes of any existing Porsches and production numbers will be capped to make this a highly desirable car. Our artist's impression reveals how the new Porsche could look.

[..] The first time we’ll see anything official from this project will be at November’s LA Auto Show, where VW will unveil its third design study of an affordable roadster.

[..] It’s VW’s final test of the waters before it fully commits to the new sports car project. The company needs to make sure it can produce a car that is an attractive alternative to the segment-dominating MX-5. But as well as VW's worries, Audi is also currently considering the replacement for the TT and carrying out initial engineering work.

[..] Porsche, which has just become the major stakeholder in VW, could then join the fray and conceive a modern lightweight successor to the legendary 356.

[..] Like a limited-edition Rolex watch or a rare Hermes handbag, the new 356 could almost revolutionize the segment below the Boxster by accessing a new level of performance, handling, style and, yes, social acceptance.”

(Source: Car Magazine)