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TAG Heuer and Porsche: The stunning Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Porsche Panamericana, a tribute to the Panamericana race

Two legendary brands join forces once again

Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Porsche Panamericana
Photo: Tag Heuer

Heuer and Porsche have joined forces once again, this time with the impressive Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Porsche Panamericana watch. It is a tribute to the iconic Carrera Panamericana race and the victory of the Porsche 550 Spyder in 1954. With a design inspired by the car and superb Swiss precision, this watch is limited to just 255 pieces, making it a real collector's treat.

The collaboration between Porsche and TAG Heuer is much more than just a commercial partnership – it is the coming together of two worlds that have shared the same passion for speed and precision for decades. While Porsche already named its model 911 in the 1960s Carrera after the famous successes of the Carrera Panamericana race, Jack Heuer, the founder of TAG Heuer, drew inspiration from the same legendary race to create his first watch Carrera in 1963. Today, both brands celebrate their heritage with this exceptional new edition watch – Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Porsche Panamericana.

Photo: Tag Heuer
Photo: Tag Heuer

Design and details that tell a story

The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Porsche Panamericana watch not only impresses with its technical perfection, but also with its design, which draws inspiration from the Porsche 550 Spyder car. The silver, black and yellow color scheme symbolizes the racing livery of this famous car, while skeletonized the dial resembles the design of his bikes. Particular attention is paid to details such as the “Spyder” engravings on the case, the Porsche logo on the edge of the dial, and the engraved “Panamericana” inscription above the tourbillon, which boasts its artfully cut lines. Glass body Glassbox it gives the watch an elegant retro touch, while at the same time allowing a crystal clear view of the dial.

Photo: Tag Heuer
Photo: Tag Heuer
Photo: Tag Heuer

Technical excesses: TH20-09 Tourbillon

Of course, the real star of this watch is its internal mechanism. The watch boasts TAG Heuer's latest in-house caliber TH20-09, an automatic tourbillon mechanism that provides incredible 65-hour power reserve. This mechanism operates at a frequency of 28,800 beats per hour and contains tourbillon, which is masterfully embedded at 6 o'clock. The tourbillon is known for reducing the effect of gravity on the accuracy of the watch, which is an indispensable attribute in luxury chronographs such as this one.

On the back of the watch, through the sapphire crystal, you can admire the rotor shaped like a Porsche steering wheel, which is a wonderful connection between watchmaking and automotive technology.

Photo: Tag Heuer

Limited edition and price

For those looking for rarity, the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Porsche Panamericana is a real gem. The hour is limited to only 255 pieces, which gives a special value to each instance. The price? What CHF 35,000 (approx $35,850 USD), which places it in the highest rank among collector's watches.


Conclusion: When speed and precision come together

With this watch, TAG Heuer and Porsche once again proved that they are second to none in the world of prestigious cars and luxury watches. The Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Porsche Panamericana is not just a watch – it is a tribute to racing history and an artistic display of watchmaking craftsmanship. For those who love the exclusive

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