Natural Gas Porsche Clone Makes Methane Sexy

Honda has been selling a version of its Civic sedan that runs on natural gas for a few years. Didn’t know that? Most people don’t. But you can buy one and a home refueling station if you live in New York or California. The French company PGO decided to draw attention to their CNG car by putting it in a classic Porsche-styled body.

The retro ride is fueled by natural gas too and will debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month. PGO, which has no relation to Porsche, says the roadster has a small turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 150 hp and goes 0-62 mph in 6.5 seconds. It also has a range of 280 miles.

The French company says it will produce a limited run of the $70,000 convertible but would gauge reaction to see if it will build more. Would a radical look convince you to go the natural gas route?

Gorgeous CNG-Fueled Porsche Clone Debuts In Geneva (Autotopia)

Comments

[Trainer]

Natural gas is a great fuel for a piston engine. It burns so cleanly that the crankcase oil stays clear and engine components last much longer. My only concern with this vehicle, other than the price, would be how well protected the fuel tank is. A collision might turn out to be an enlightening experience.

[cody]

the problem with the civic isn't that it's a civic, it's that it costs A LOT and is only available in two states. that and you don't get to wear the "I'M A BIG HIPPY TREE HUGGER AND YOU SUCK!!!" badge when you drive around town. (sorry hippy tree huggers...I really like trees too!)

[otcbb stocks]

Good post.Natural gas is a great fuel for a piston engine. It burns so cleanly that the crankcase oil stays clear and engine components last much longer...