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The replacement for the SC series came in 1984 as the 911 3.2 Carrera, reviving the Carrera name for the first time since 1977. This was the last iteration in the original 911 series, with all subsequent models featuring new body styling and new brake, electronic, and suspension technologies. Almost the same galvanised body as the SC. Engine was claimed to be 80 per cent new, and the first production 911 to feature an ECU to control the ignition and fuel systems.
The 911 SC effectively replaced the 911 S and was one of Porsche's first models that was meant for the international market. It was sold as a cheaper alternative to the 911 Turbo. The SC used an unblown version the 930 Turbo unit that offered 180 to 200 bhp depending on model year. Options included the rear whale tail, front chin spoiler, Bilstein dampers, 16 inch wheels with Pirelli P7 tires and sports seats. Sometimes dealers lumped these options together to create their own sport package. It was available as a Coupe and Targa from 1978 - 1983, while the Cabriolet version was only available in 1983.
As a successor to the Carrera 2.7 MFI, the Carrera 3.0 was fitted with a variation of the 930's engine without a Turbo. During its production period only 3,687 cars were made. The Carrera 3.0 was replaced by the Porsche 911 SC for model year 1978. Between 1976 and 1977, Porsche introduced the Carrera 3.0 with wide rear flares, optional whale-tail, and other luxury options. Built before the ‘911 SC’ it has everything the SC has, and more. It’s a different drive with more power @200bhp; more torque @188 ft/lb @4200rpm and it was 10% lighter too.
The Fast EV Wagon of Our Dreams As tends to be the case with Porsche’s driver-focused ‘GTS’ variants, Porsche has successfully applied a combination of options, styling updates, and performance goodies to their Taycan EV in a way that is hard to argue against. It’s got gobs of power, but...
For 1989, Porsche produced the 25th Anniversary Special Edition model to mark the 25th year of 911 production. The 1989 Porsche brochure lists production of 500 U.S. market cars, of which 300 were coupés (240 in silver metallic paint and 60 in satin black metallic), and 200 cabriolet models (160 in silver and 40 in black). All had "silk grey" leather with black accent piping and silk grey velour carpeting. Includes small bronze "25th Anniversary Special Edition" badges.
It’s great on track but what’s it like to live with on UK roads? Porsche 911 992 GT3 Review!!! We know the Porsche 992 GT3 Clubsport is great on track but what’s it like to live with on our pot-holed UK roads? I spend a week in the latest 911...
1974 911 Coupe (911)
1965 – 1989 Porsche VIN Numbers Porsche used a variety of chassis and VIN numbering systems until 1981, when a major change was made to a 17 digit international code which remained current until the end of 911 production. All numbers for cars made between 1965 – 1990 are listed...
Porsche 911 (G-Series) - The Story
Porsche 911 (G-Series) (1973 – 1989) Story & History G-Model – The 2nd Generation Porsche 911 Premiere: September 12, 1973 IAA Frankfurt Starting with the model year 1968, Porsche internally assigned a letter to each model year – MY1968 was “A”, MY1969 was “B” and so on. Model year 1974...
…And the winner is… It’s time for another carwow drag race! This week, the all-electric Tesla Model 3 Performance is going against a born-and-bred supercar – the Porsche 911 (992) Carrera S! Victory seems almost certain for the 911, which goes from 0-60mph in just 3.5 seconds and is powered...
Porsche 911 GT3 Cup (992.1) Technical Specifications Concept Single-seater customer race car Engine Water-cooled six-cylinder boxer engine Displacement 3,996cm³; stroke 81.5mm; bore 102mm Max. power: 375kW (510PS) at 8,400rpm Max. torque: 470Nm at 6,150rpm Max. rpm: 8,750rpm Single throttle butterfly system Intake manifold with two resonance flaps Dry-sump lubrication with...
The Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup features the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, the world’s best-selling race car. For this season, it’s the new generation. 510 hp, optimised intake manifold, electronic gearshift and power steering, fully digital cockpit, larger rear wing, and a double-wishbone front axle. This is a meaningfully upgraded race car. The new 911 GT3 Cup is taking on a great legacy. And it has already proven itself!
Interview the owner of a 1971 Porsche 911 In this video we Interview the owner of a 1971 Porsche 911 owner. He talks about how he became interested in Porsches and about the car itself....