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> Word association question, Looking for a word(s) that says "Porsche sports car," without actually saying the word "Porsche"
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post Nov 26 2014, 03:10 PM
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I have a potential project that I am considering. And I am looking for a word (or multiple words) that says "Porsche sports car," without actually saying the word "Porsche."

I considered - Rennsport. But, it screams racing (which is not my primary focus), and it seems so overused.

I know it is an odd request. But, I appreciate the help. Any ideas?
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post Nov 26 2014, 03:12 PM
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post Nov 26 2014, 03:15 PM
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A Porsche specialized shop about 50 miles from me here in Sweden
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post Nov 26 2014, 03:19 PM
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To me it means racing because I have seen it used for many race teams. Rennwerks was a race team out of the bay area and I know a number of shops that use Renn to start their names.
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post Nov 26 2014, 04:40 PM
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QUOTE(stevegm @ Nov 26 2014, 01:10 PM) *

What do you think of when you see the word - Rennsport

I know it is an odd question. But, I am wanting to clarify whether - Rennsport - says racing to people. I know the word - Renn - means "race" in German. But, is it used strictly for race cars. Or is a general sports car term? Is there another term that is not limited to idea of racing?

In Germany "Rennsport" is more or less exclusively used for actual racing.

You don't normally use it to describe street legal sports cars.
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post Nov 26 2014, 04:56 PM
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I always think of Porsche race cars, not just race cars.

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post Nov 26 2014, 05:21 PM
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ Nov 26 2014, 05:40 PM) *

QUOTE(stevegm @ Nov 26 2014, 01:10 PM) *

What do you think of when you see the word - Rennsport

I know it is an odd question. But, I am wanting to clarify whether - Rennsport - says racing to people. I know the word - Renn - means "race" in German. But, is it used strictly for race cars. Or is a general sports car term? Is there another term that is not limited to idea of racing?

In Germany "Rennsport" is more or less exclusively used for actual racing.

You don't normally use it to describe street legal sports cars.
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Thanks. That is what I figured. I am looking for a word that describes both street and race. Rennsport is too racy for me. :-)
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post Nov 26 2014, 05:30 PM
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Thanks. That is what I figured. I am looking for a word that describes both street and race. Rennsport is too racy for me. :-)

What is the actual context you want to use it for?
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post Nov 26 2014, 05:44 PM
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ Nov 26 2014, 06:30 PM) *

QUOTE(stevegm @ Nov 26 2014, 03:21 PM) *
Thanks. That is what I figured. I am looking for a word that describes both street and race. Rennsport is too racy for me. :-)

What is the actual context you want to use it for?
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I am just looking for a word that says - Porsche sports car - without actually saying the word Porsche. It is for a possible project. As I know you know, Porsche is ruthless in the protection of their trademarks. I remember when we founded the 986 club in 1995, the editorial column was initially called - Boxster Shorts. Cute name. But, we got a nice letter from Porsche on that one. :-)
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post Nov 26 2014, 05:55 PM
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post Nov 26 2014, 05:59 PM
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"Carrera" too narrow?
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post Nov 26 2014, 06:02 PM
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post Nov 26 2014, 06:04 PM
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"Carrera" too narrow?



Probably. And I wouldn't be surprised if Porsche trademarked that too. :-)
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post Nov 26 2014, 06:06 PM
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How about "Carrerawerks"? Screams Porsche to me & says (IMG:style_emoticons/default/finger.gif) to the lawyers, carajo! Spanish word that they stole back in the 50's from the old "Carrera Panamericana", which they always seemed to kick a** in (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) I'm thinking even if they threaten a lawsuit they could never win. Yes, they do "own" 911 Carrera but legaly speaking I don't think they could do squat with Carrerawerks.
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post Nov 26 2014, 06:13 PM
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How about "Carrerawerks"? Screams Porsche to me & says (IMG:style_emoticons/default/finger.gif) to the lawyers, carajo! Spanish word that they stole back in the 50's from the old "Carrera Panamericana", which they always seemed to kick a** in (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) I'm thinking even if they threaten a lawsuit they could never win. Yes, they do "own" 911 Carrera but legaly speaking I don't think they could do squat with Carrerawerks.



Love it. But, when it comes to lawsuits it isn't always about who is right/wrong. With intellectual property, the first person that runs out of money loses. I wish I could give you more info. But, I am just not sure I am going to tackle the project. It isn't for a shop, or a parts business, or anything any of the vendors here produce. Completely different. My primary focus is the 914. But, I admittedly could see doing some stuff with the 356 and 911. But, it is all classic, air-cooled Porsche.
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post Nov 26 2014, 06:20 PM
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Love it. But, when it comes to lawsuits it isn't always about who is right/wrong. With intellectual property, the first person that runs out of money loses. I wish I could give you more info. But, I am just not sure I am ready. It isn't for a shop, or a parts business, or anything any of the vendors here produce. Completely different. My primary focus is the 914. But, I admittedly could see doing some stuff with the 356 and 911. But, it is all classic, air-cooled Porsche.

Sounds like you're building a hot/unique 914 & want a custom name for it, like Ricks "the Alien". Doesn't scream Porsche but we all know what it is. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post Nov 26 2014, 07:48 PM
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ Nov 26 2014, 08:48 PM) *

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Means: The joy you get out of driving (a vehicle)
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I think it is trademarked by VW.
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post Nov 26 2014, 08:26 PM
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Love the sound of that name...but makes me think VW....(guess thats ok since they own Porsche AG).

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You have chosen a difficult assignment. Its hard renaming a brand so well known.

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Means: The joy you get out of driving (a vehicle)
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post Nov 26 2014, 08:42 PM
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Fahrvergnügen

Means: The joy you get out of driving (a vehicle)
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I think it is trademarked by VW.

How can they trademark a word that's been around forever?
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They did use it in an Ad campaign in the '90s but they certainly didn't invent the word.
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