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..... Much better idea than the stupid retro targa.....

There is nothing "stupid" about the targa. It may not be to your personal taste but it is a genius bit of marketing by Porsche. There are plenty of buyers who like the idea of an open air 911 but have never like the awkward styling of the cabrio which completely loses the iconic "911" outline with the roof down and ends up with a rather heavy looking rear. The targa answers that point perfectly for those potential buyers and at a very modest development cost to Porsche as it essentially utilises the same basic bodyshell and components as the cabrio. It also re-inforces the historic lineage of the model and introduces a unique body style in it's segment.  That uniqueness alone will guarantee it being a sales success in what has now become a fashion driven market.