Beverly Hills 90210/Dylan's Porsche

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Expert: - 2/28/2008


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what kind of porsche was dylan driving

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Hi Holly,

Dylan drove a black, open-top Porsche 356 Speedster for most of the series and a 911 model for the single episode in S4 ("Strangers In the Night", 4.06) in which he buys a new Porsche that's silver and more aerodynamic.  "Come on, man, how many 911's you think they got in this lot?", he complains to Brandon after the latter car is stolen and thought to be recovered.  It's also revealed that Dylan's Speedster is from 1961.  Him driving it every day is considered "abuse" by a mechanic, thus the reason it broke down.  

Thanks for the question!

All the best,

Mel

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Sorry for the multiple e-mails.  I just wanted to change the subject line at first and now I realize there's a continuity error present here.  In S9 ("The Following Options", 9.10), Dylan sells his black Porsche and the year he advertises it as dating back to is 1956, unlike what he said in S4 (1961).  The model was introduced in 1954 and popular in the late 50's, so it's still a reasonable year to cite.   

All the best,

Mel

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Can Dylan solve quadratic equations? What makes up a "mega-burger"? If an answer exists, I probably know it. Whether your question is general, begging the context of all 10 seasons, or completely inane, feel free to drop me a line either way. I will provide episode reference numbers for each response and plan to have some fun with this. Trivia quizzes often need correction, and publications will get their plotlines/characters/relationships mixed up too. I accept dialogue/scene requests, but please limit your inquiry to 1-2 per question. I only know music from the original broadcasts/reruns, not the DVDs. Been a fan since 1990 and didn't miss a beat.

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Well, I began watching "Beverly Hills, 90210" at the tender age of 9 and a half, during its original run. By 11, I was a huge fan; 13, obsessed; 14, growing bitter. I don't like S6 - S10 as much as Seasons 1 - 5. But, technically, I still watch all of them in some way. Do this for 20 years and you'll remember the darndest things.
Well, I began watching "Beverly Hills, 90210" at the tender age of 9 and a half, during its original run. By 11, I was a huge fan; 13, obsessed; 14, growing bitter. I don't like S6 - S10 as much as Seasons 1 - 5. But, technically, I still watch all of them in some way. Do this for 20 years and you'll remember the darndest things.

Education/Credentials
I'd like to say I've earned a "degree" on the life and times of the original eight, with specific concentration on Seasons 1 thru 5, any Jack McKay drama, Dylan/Kelly together or apart, and the guest stars of 1992-1994. Season 4, I think, was the best and strikingly different from any other. My only weakness might be later-season 'stand-in' characters like Matt and Noah, and the ever-changing ownerships of The AfterDark.

Education/Credentials
I'd like to say I've earned a "degree" on the life and times of the original eight, with specific concentration on Seasons 1 thru 5, any Jack McKay drama, Dylan/Kelly together or apart, and the guest stars of 1992-1994. Season 4, I think, was the best and strikingly different from any other. My only weakness might be later-season 'stand-in' characters like Matt and Noah, and the ever-changing ownerships of The AfterDark.

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