In its heyday during the 1980’s, PGO produced fine replicas of European sports cars. The French automaker was purchased by Al Sayer International in 2005.
One of its latest offerings is the 2013 PGO Cevennes. This sports roadster is reminiscent of the earlier years, when European copies were made which featured many of the Porsche models.
Specifications
| Vehicle Type: Roadster | Base Price: NA |
| Fuel Tank Capacity: 11.9 gals (45 L) | MPG: 22 city / 40 hwy |
| Length: 151.4 in. (384.6 cm) | Wheel Base: NA |
| Height: 47.2 in. (120 cm) | Width: 65.9 in. (167.5 cm) |
| Curb Weight: 2160 lbs (980 kg) | Ground Clearance: NA |
| Luggage Capacity: NA | Maximum Seating: 2 people |
| Engine: Inline 4 DOHC | Displacement: 1.6 Liter |
| Horsepower: 184 HP | Max RPM: 6000 RPM |
| Torque: 177 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Transmission: 5-Speed Manual |
| 0-60 mph: 6.8 seconds | Maximum Speed: 140 mph (225 km/h) |
Engine
The PGO Cevennes has a BMW sourced 1.6 Liter, inline 4 cylinder mid mounted engine which generates 184 horsepower and 177 lb ft of torque. The Cevennes can accelerate from 0-60 mph in less than 7 seconds with its speed topping out at 140 mph.
The engine is mated with a 6 speed plus reverse manual gear box.
Exterior
The 2013 Cevennes we observed was painted with a blue carbon finish. While the car is offered in other appealing colors, this is an incredibly attracted hue set off with a simple red door handle that is a perfect side complement.
The side view offers up seductively suggestive lines as well. The body rests on 18 inch aluminum wheels wrapped with Michelin Pilot Sport tires. The front consists of angular headlights, accompanied by LED daytime running lights.
The rear appears as you would expect of a neo retro roadster zipping past you on the highway. A top shelf brake light sits atop the vents above the cars transverse mid engine. Four additional tail lights run horizontally above the rear bumper. The roll bar/head restraints are clearly visible above with two chrome circular air exhausts punctuating the bottom.
Interior
The interior of the new Cevennes begins with a flat bottomed steering wheel appointed with leather as is the dash and the seats. The inside is made glamorous with metallic accents. The carbon fiber trim is an interesting choice and works well with the more traditional look.
The piece de resistance is the high tech Pioneer infotainment system which features a 19/9 wide touch screen.
