On September 12, 1963, Porsche made its mark at the International Motor Show Germany (IAA) in Frankfurt. The highly anticipated successor to the 356 was finally presented, a new sports car that would carry the brand to greater heights. Dubbed the 901, the car featured a six-cylinder, air-cooled flat engine that delivered a powerful 130 PS. However, due to a naming rights dispute with Peugeot, the car hit the market in 1964 as the 911.
The 911 quickly gained popularity, as its performance exceeded all expectations and solidified its status as a "genuine" Porsche. Over the years, the model range expanded to include several variants, such as the 1965 911 Targa, the first-ever "safety cabriolet" with a roll-over bar, removable roof section, and rear mini soft top. In 1966, the world was introduced to the iconic Fuchs wheel, and in autumn 1967, the range was rounded out with the 110 PS 911 T and the petrol injection 911 E.
In 1968, the 911 underwent further improvements, with a longer wheelbase for better handling and a larger engine for more power. In 1972, the displacement was increased to 2.4 litres, and the car was now able to run on regular-grade petrol with power ranging from 130 to 190 PS in the 911 S.
One of the most legendary 911 models is the 1972 Carrera RS 2.7, known for its "duck-tail" rear spoiler. This lightweight sports car weighed only 1,000 kilograms, developed 210 PS, and had a top speed of over 245 km/h. With only 1,525 produced, it remains one of the most sought-after 911s. In total, between 1963 and 1973, Porsche produced 111,995 original 911s.
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The Porsche 911 model series (pronounced Nine Eleven or in German: Neunhundertelf, or colloquially Neunelfer) is a family of two-door, high performance rear-engine sports cars, introduced in September 1964 by Porsche of Stuttgart, Germany, and now in its eighth generation. All 911s have a rear-mounted flat-six engine, and usually 2+2 seating, except for special 2-seater variants. Originally, 911s had air-cooled engines, and torsion bar suspension, but the 911 has been continuously changed and im...
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