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April 6, 2015

Dallas Blooms

Dallas Blooms is in it’s final week at the Dallas Arboretum. If you haven’t visited this beautiful Dallas attraction yet this year, now is the time! There’s more to see than delicate cherry blossoms and brightly hued tulips popping up across the lush lawns this year. A Porsche, a Mercedes-Benz, and a Volvo are also on display. Park Place Dealerships is the exclusive automotive sponsor of the annual event and have added some of our favorite cars to the mix.

A white Volvo XC-60 welcomes visitors to the Arboretum as they drive up. It’s one of several Park Place vehicles providing a perfect backdrop for pictures.

Not far from the entrance, perched among the pastel-colored tulips is a picture-perfect black Porsche Boxster GTS.

Cool Thursday Concerts got a little cooler with the addition of a stylish silver Mercedes-Benz ML350 greeting visitors on the lawn.

This year’s theme, “Deep in the Hearts of Texans”, pays homage to The Lone-star State with Texas-sized topiaries.

Dallas Blooms runs through Sunday, April 12th.

March 27, 2015April 14, 2015

Luxury Brands On Display At 2015 DFW Auto Show

Navigating a maze of cars and SUVs, the 2015 DFW Auto Show will definitely have something for every type of automotive aficionado you can find.

From antiques to the latest models fresh off the production line, the show can be a sensory overload of the best kind.

From the moment you walk in the door, the sight is a sea of cars. You’ll definitely want to climb inside, feel the soft leather seats, play with the latest state-of-the art technology, or even catch a view of a car that hasn’t made it to a showroom yet.

The bright lights illuminate the vivid colors of all sorts of vehicles from Lexus’ newest addition- a blue Lexus NX to an orange McLaren 650S Spider to a bright red Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Coupe spinning slowly atop a display pedestal.

2016 Mercedes Benz AMG GT S Coupe — 2016 Mercedes Benz AMG GT Coupe

Car shopping has never been easier with so many brands and models all under one roof. You can climb into and get a feel for many vehicles on display. Shop to your heart’s content at the show then let the Experts in Excellence take it from there.

Whether you fell in love with a Lexus or a Maserati or perhaps you’d like to experience the exquisite luxury of a Rolls-Royce or a Bentley, Park Place has locations across Dallas-Fort Worth to provide you with a car buying experience that only Experts in Excellence can deliver.

The 2015 DFW Auto Show runs through Sunday, March 29^th. Purchase tickets online here.

March 25, 2015

Park Place Dealerships Supporting Dallas Blooms at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

PARK PLACE DEALERSHIPS SUPPORTING DALLAS BLOOMS AT THE DALLAS ARBORETUM AND BOTANICAL GARDEN, WHICH RUNS THROUGH APRIL 12

In its 31^st year, Dallas Blooms presents “Deep in the Hearts of Texans” through April 12 supported by Park Place Motorcars Dallas, Park Place Porsche and Park Place Volvo.

“This is one of our favorite events in which we participate annually,” said Rob Sumner, marketing director at Park Place Dealerships. “Since 1985, Dallas Blooms has been a ‘must see’ attraction. Corporate support is integral to bringing Dallas Blooms to the community each year and we are proud to be a part of Dallas Blooms.”

Pictured is Rob Schweizer, general manager of Park Place Volvo and Mary Brinegar, Dallas Arboretum President.

March 6, 2015April 14, 2015

Coveted Porsche 918 Spyder At Home on the Track

A supercar as efficient as it is eye-catching? Porsche delivers all that and more with the 2015 918 Spyder.

A high-powered spin on the hybrid, the 918 Spyder combines a V8 engine with an electric drive system for a total 887 horsepower. Featuring E-Power, Hybrid and Sport Hybrid modes, providing varying levels of responsiveness, it’s as at home on the track as it is in the suburban streets. Switch on Hot Lap mode for a true test of this vehicle’s speed.

According to Porsche, the 918 Spyder can reach over 211 mph in its most intensive mode, and can reach 60 mph in less than 3 seconds. This powerful performance comes with an added bonus: a surprisingly efficient fuel economy of 67MPGe when both the engine and electric drive system is used.

Sleek exterior styling mirrors the vehicle’s exhilarating performance. Low-slung and curving, the 918 Spyder draws on Porsche’s racing heritage to craft a vehicle that sets the precedent for supercars everywhere and makes it a true collector’s item. To learn more about this impressive Porsche model or preview other available inventory, contact Park Place Porsche Dallas.

February 11, 2015

2015 Porsche Boxster is Built for the Driving Enthusiast

The Porsche Boxster was first unveiled in 1996, as an unique performance roadster concept with a distinctive mid-mounted boxer engine. The 2015 Porsche Boxster continues the boxer engine legacy, combining new lightweight construction with Porsche’s renowned agility and cornering dynamics. Sprinting from 0-62 mph in 5.8 seconds, the Boxster handles hairpin turns with ease, proving that fun is the main objective of this sports car. A new version of thermal management assists in reducing friction and optimizing efficiency. For those who want a more responsive driving experience, select the “Sport” button on the center console—engine dynamics will tune for true performance driving.

The Boxster’s performance is only matched by its sleek style. Curving lines rise to a fully electric convertible rooftop, which, when lowered, takes your driving experience from “dynamic” to “truly exceptional.” Cruising down the highway with the wind in your hair, it’s not hard to see why the Boxster is one of Porsche’s most popular models.

The interior is similarly outfitted with dynamic driving in mind. With all controls close to hand, the cockpit is designed for high performance driving, without sacrificing comfort. Elegant leather and silver-toned detailing finish off this stylishly appointed interior.

Ready for a test drive? Head to Park Place Porsche in Dallas today and check out this sporty stunner for yourself.

December 5, 2014May 7, 2015

Park Place Porsche Unveils 2015 Cayenne at Latest Event

The all-new 2015 Porsche Cayenne was unveiled at a sophisticated event on November 20^th at Park Place Porsche in Dallas. Park Place Porsche was also proud to support the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women fundraising campaign at the event.

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September 17, 2014November 1, 2019

Park Place Porsche Prepares for the Lone Star Le Mans September 19 – 20

Circuit of the Americas in Austin to host the only U.S. race in the
FIA World Endurance Championship

Park Place Porsche held an open house Saturday, September 13, in their newly redesigned showroom on Lemmon Avenue. While the new space was impressive, the real stars were the 911 RSR and 919 Hybrid racecars. The 919 Hybrid will be making its North American track debut this weekend at Austin’s Circuit of the Americas (COTA), during the Lone Star Le Mans September 19 – 20.

As the United States’ only Grand Prix track, COTA will feature the fourth round of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) September 20th. The six-hour race will start at 5 p.m. with the sun scheduled to set at 7:43 p.m., making it the maiden night race for COTA. The six Porsche 919 Hybrid drivers will rely on their recent twilight and night racing experience at the 24-hour Le Mans.

“We are highly motivated going into Austin and want to benefit from everything we have learned so far, “ said Fritz Enzinger, Vice President LMP1. “It is almost like the kick off of a second season, but under new conditions. For a long time the Le Mans preparations dominated everything. Then we had a strong performance there and emerged together from what was the harsh end of it. The Porsche 919 Hybrid’s new aero package was working straight out of the box. Now we have to transfer everything to racing. If we get that right, I have no doubts
we will be competitive and achieve the appropriate results.”

With its hybrid powered Le Mans Prototype (LMP1), the Porsche Team enters the most innovative race car in the field and has set high goals for the remaining five rounds of the World Championship.

“Park Place Porsche is proud to have a team running in Austin this weekend,” said Patrick Huston, Park Place Porsche general manager. “Park Place Porsche has been active in racing for years. While we sponsor a professional team, we also work hand-in-hand with clients who have an interest in building a competitive car and learning how to handle it on the track.”

Following are some facts and figures about Porsche’s entries in the upcoming COTA race:

COTA’s length is 5.513 kilometers (3.427 miles.) One lap features nine right-hand turns and 11 left-handers. The circuit, designed by German architect Hermann Tilke, has 40 meters difference in altitude and is run counter-clockwise. The longest straight-away is 1.2 kilometers (about ¾ of one mile.)
In 2013, the race winner completed 187 laps (1,030.93 kilometers or 640.59 miles) in six hours. Over this distance each of the two Porsche 919 Hybrid cars would generate and utilize 195 kilowatt hours (kWh) – an amount of electrical power that would light a 60-Watt incandescent light bulb for almost 20 weeks.
In normal racing mode (without any safety car periods), the Porsche 919 Hybrid must refuel every 31 laps. This would mean five pit stops for refueling per car. Two fuel tank fills (62 laps) with one set of the Michelin race tires is the Porsche Team’s target for COTA.
29 cars total are on the entry list for the fourth round of the FIA World Endurance Championship. Nine of them compete in the LMP1 category alongside the Porsche 919 Hybrid cars. The Porsche car numbers, 20 and 14, stand for the year of Porsche’s return to top-level motorsport.
The Porsche Team shipped 35 tons of airfreight on the world tour. The majority of the freight travels from Austin straight to Fuji, to Shanghai, to Sakhir and then to the final race in Sao Paulo. The equipment includes two race cars, one spare chassis, four engines, four gearboxes, three suspension sets, 100 rims, 120 radios and headsets, about 400 meters of electric and IT cables, four tool cabinets and 30 fireproof overalls and helmets for the team.
In the WEC standings after three out of eight races, the Porsche Team with 60 points is currently third behind Toyota (115) and Audi (114). In Le Mans, double points were awarded.
With these two LMP1 cars, the Porsche 911 RSRs from the GT categories of the WEC and the TUDOR United SportsCar Championship (USCC), there are a total of seven Porsche racecars running in Austin.

Park Place Porsche is located at 5113 Lemmon Avenue, near Love Field Airport, in Dallas.

June 18, 2014May 7, 2015

Park Place Bodywerks: Body Shop Now Open In Fort Worth

Park Place Bodywerks is proud to announce our newest full-service body shop in Fort Worth servicing all of the luxury brands Park Place represents. Specializing in paintless dent repair, structural and mechanical repairs, painting, and refinishing, Bodywerks is staffed with factory-trained technicians and paint specialists working with state-of-the-art technology to ensure like-new results every time. We know that you have a choice when it comes to where you take your car for collision repair, so at Park Place Bodywerks, we promise to provide all our customers with the standard of excellence that has come to be synonymous with the Park Place name. We repair all our cars with OEM parts specifically designed to your vehicle.

Each repair is held to within a millimeter standard and run through a rigorous series of checks before we know it is ready to be returned to you as good as new. All production employees receive the highest levels of training and work with the latest equipment so that they can perform at the highest level of competence. Our technicians utilize the wireless network in the shops to access the information they need from laptops wherever they are, be it in their stalls or out in the lot inspecting accident repairs. At our auto repair and body shop we are constantly searching for the latest, most advanced equipment and software available to help our members be as informed, productive and proficient as possible.

With our online repair tracker, you can track the progress of your vehicle repair in real time. As your vehicle passes through each phase of the repair process, the status is updated in the system so you will always know what is going on with the repairs to your vehicle. It’s this level of service that makes Park Place Bodywerks unique. Scheduling an appraisal appointment is quick and easy, you can use our convenient online form at bodyshop.parkplace.com or call us at 844-785-8481.

Park Place Bodywerks by the numbers:

• One of only four certified Rolls-Royce repair, paint and body shop facilities in the country.

• One of 10 certified Bentley body shop and repair facilities in the nation.

• The largest Mercedes-Benz Tier 2 aluminum certified collision repair facility in the country.

• Authorized Lexus dealer collision repair, body and paint facility.

• Largest Certified Porsche collision repair and paint facility in the Southwest United States.

• The only Jaguar Certified Dealer Collision Repair facility in DFW.

• One of only seven certified McLaren body shops in the country; only one in the southwest.

• Only authorized Maserati collision repair facility in North Texas.

• The only Volvo Certified Dealer Collision Repair facility in Dallas/ Fort Worth.

• Dallas / Ft. Worth only certified Land Rover collision repair facility.

• Only Mercedes-Benz Sprinter certified body shop in Dallas/Fort Worth.

• Only Authorized Lotus collision repair facility in North Texas.

• One of only two Nissan GTR Certified facilities in over 1000 miles.

June 12, 2014May 7, 2015

Porsche’s Roaring Reemergence in the 82nd Le Mans after 16 years of Silence

After a 16 year hiatus, Porsche will once again compete in the top category of what is certainly the world’s toughest car race. In Le Mans, France starting at 3:00 pm on June 14, 2014 Porsche’s attempt to return to glory will begin. Le Mans is a 24 hour long race that consists of only the world’s finest and fastest car, drivers and teams. With 56 cars in the field and over a quarter million spectators in the grand stands Le Mans has been known around the globe by all speed enthusiasts as the premier race since 1923. When it comes to top class automotive engineering, performance and innovation there is no other race that comes close to Le Mans. This is the race where legends are made; the difference between agony and ecstasy is measured in millimeter and milliseconds.

Porsche is a record holder at Le Mans with 16 overall victories, the first in 1970 and the last in 1988 along with being the first to ever win with a turbo in 1976. Yet this year the legendary sports car manufacturer has no experience to benefit from due to its absence over the past 16 Le Mans. For the first year of the LMP1 project the target is to get one of the fast Porsche 919 Hybrids to the finish line at the marathon. The Porsche team consists of 86 members and each of them known the tradition of excellence that they place on their shoulders once they put on the Porsche crest.

Porsche is fielding its most innovative prototypes at the 82nd 24 hours of Le Mans. The two Porsche 919 Hybrid cars with start numbers 14 and 20 will be driven by two trios of drivers: Romain Dumas (France), Neel Jani (Switzerland), Marc Lieb (Germany) and Timo Bernhard (Germany), Brendon Hartley (New Zealand), Mark Webber (Australia). These six world-class drivers have between them a total of 37 appearances at Le Mans.

With Le Mans being the apex of automotive creativity and competition there are some new regulations this year. These new guidelines call for a totally new LMP1 car with an enclosed roof and increased visibility zones to improve the safety of the driver. Other new regulations aim to reduce fuel consumption by 30% in the last 21 years. They hope to accomplish this monumental feat by having all the manufactures utilize hybrid technology through both the recovery of kinetic energy through state of the art breaking systems and the reuse of exhaust from the turbo charger.

As the Porsche team hits the track in hope regain its status as a Le Mans powerhouse you can show your support for the team by putting the crest on your chest as well. Park Place Porsche has a huge selection of Porsche accessories and clothing items available to let every race fan show their support.

June 10, 2014November 1, 2019

Ultimate Father’s Day Gift For The Dad Who Has Almost Everything

Father’s Day has kids and wives seeking the perfect gift for Dads across the country and the proverbial necktie probably isn’t high on Dad’s list. So this year, Park Place Dealerships is helping out by offering the Ultimate Father’s Day Gift: nine luxury vehicles worth more than $1.43 million.

A car for each day and two additional vehicles for special evenings out, Park Place has created the ideal lineup of cars for the perfect Father’s Day. Included in the package:

Monday Driver – Lexus LS 460 to start off Dad’s work week off with a smooth ride

Tuesday Driver – McLaren 650S Spider when Dad needs to be somewhere fast

Wednesday Driver – Jaguar F-Type Coupe to outmaneuver those mid-week blues

Thursday Driver – Maserati Ghibli has the right attitude to deliver Dad into Friday

Friday Driver – Porsche Macan has plenty of room for Dad’s golf clubs

Friday Evening – Rolls-Royce Wraith for Dad to wine and dine Mom

Saturday Driver – Volvo XC90 to take the kids to their sporting events

Saturday Evening – Bentley Continental GTC for a night at the Opera and dinner

Sunday Driver – Mercedes-Benz GL 450 is the ideal car to pull the boat to the lake

Dad will appreciate each of these fine vehicles for their respective driving experience. But he will most appreciate the exceptional ownership experience provided by Park Place. With a highly-trained sales team and service technicians, as well as the beautiful facilities and state-of-the-art equipment, Dad may never want to leave one of Park Place’s 17 dealerships.

According to the National Retail Federation, consumers will spend more than $12.5 billion on gifts for Dad this year. Topping the list of purchases is the simple greeting card followed by apparel, dinner or tickets to a sporting event, electronics, and of course, the ‘I couldn’t think of anything to get you’ gift card.

This year, Father’s Day is celebrated on Sunday, June 15. A movement to honor fathers began in the early 1900’s and in 1972, President Richard Nixon made Father’s Day a permanent national holiday. Today, the holiday is recognized around the world but the date varies by country.