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On November 27th, the eighth generation of the Porsche 911 will celebrate its world premiere in Los Angeles - 55 years after the debut of the original 911 model.This is a good reason to take a look back at the previous seven generations. The 911 entered its tenth year in 1973 - with the most far-reaching changes that Porsche had made to its successful model series so far. The Stuttgart-based car manufacturer used powerful turbo engines in its top model and a galvanized body for every vehicle. In addition, they launched a Cabriolet version of the 911 as well as the Speedster and the Targa. Its path to becoming an icon was already clearly laid.
On 27 November, the eighth generation of the Porsche 911 will celebrate its world premiere in Los Angeles - 55 years after the debut of the original 911 model.This is reason enough to take a look back at the previous seven generations.From 2004, the Porsche 911 was available in more different versions than ever before: Customers could choose from a Coupé or Targa, Cabriolet or Speedster, rear- or all-wheel-drive, narrow or widened bodywork, with water-cooled naturally-aspirated and turbo engines, a GTS or the GT2, GT2 RS or GT3 sport versions, or either of two GT3 RS models. Including special models, the range had a total of 24 model variants - supplemented by a wide range of personalisation options.
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More powerful, dynamic and comfortable than ever before: the new 911 Turbo S sets new standards in many areas. That is also true for the adaptive aero-dynamics, which Porsche has further enhanced in its flagship 911. Porsche Active Aerodynamics (PAA) adapts the aerodynamic characteristics of the vehicle even more precisely to the driving situation, speed and selected driving mode. PAA celebrated its world premiere in the previous generation of the 911 Turbo launched in 2014. All model lines from the 718 through to the Panamera and Taycan now feature active aero-dynamic elements.
Porsche 911’s eighth generation celebrated its world premiere on 27th November 2018 at Los Angeles. This event happened 55 years after the original 911 model debuted. Let's take a look back at the previous generations:In 1973, ten years after the debut, the successful 911 model got the most significant changes. Powerful turbo engines and a galvanised body have been added. Porsche has also launched a Cabriolet version of the 911 and the Speedster on the market in addition to the Targa. At that time it was clear that this model range is on its path to becoming an icon later.But first, the long-running model had to prove its adaptability. The US regulations were very strict and required that all new cars had to withstand a collision at 8 km/h without damage when driving forward and backwards. That is why the German automaker introduced the impact bumpers with rubber lip in front of the luggage compartment that is well known for the G model. These bumpers could be compressed by up to 50 millimetres without any damage to important vehicle parts. The US version got flexible impact absorbers that absorbed the collision energy. After that Porsche offered them on all other markets. For this second generation of Porsche 911, safety was very important in general and many details were showing this - standard three-point seat belts, front seats with integrated head restraints, impact services in the newly designed sports steering wheels etc. The standard 911 had a six-cylinder engine that already featured 2.7-litre displacement. This increased to 3.0 litres shortly afterwards. From 1983 on this increased again to 3.2 litres showing that there was huge potential. From 1974 on this 3.0-litre flat engine at the rear of the 911 Turbo reached even higher power as the turbocharged technology was adopted from motorsports. From 1977 onwards the displacement was increased to 3.3 and intercooler was added. This led to performance values that were unrivalled in the mid '70s - 5.2 seconds for the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h. With the Turbo a new legend was born.However, something new was coming - new sports cars with transaxle technology /engine at the front, transmission at the rear axle/ such as the 924, the 928 and the 944 model series. But they didn't succeed that much and market still wanted the 911 as before. Porsche then decided to change the strategy and it looks like that they have taken the right decision. A Cabriolet version was offered from 1982 together with the Coupe and the Targa. In 1989 even a 911 Carrera Speedster followed, marking the end of the second 911 generation.
The 911 GT3 R rennsport with a power output of up to 456 kW (620 PS) is based on the new 911 GT3 R of the current 992 generation. The limited-edition tracktool is the result of a design-oriented approach and benefits technically from the freedoms that go beyond motorsport regulations. The international Porsche meeting will take place on the Californian racing track from 28 September to 1 October. More than 80,000 visitors are expected to attend the four-day event.One of the special features of this unique collector’s item, which is limited to 77 units, is the distinctively designed body. The Porsche 911 GT3 R rennsport combines the powerful appearance of a high-performance competition car with modern design elements. At the same time, it hails back to the sports car manufacturer's motorsport history without drifting into a retro look. Elementary performance factors of the original GT3 model, such as air resistance and aerodynamic downforce remain largely untouched. As a thoroughbred racing car, the form of the 911 GT3 R rennsport continues to follow function – but it does that in an extremely emotional and attractive way.
Porsche completes its sports car trio in time for summer: following on from the Coupé and Cabriolet, the third body variant of the new 911 generation now makes its debut with the all-wheel drive 911 Targa 4 and 911 Targa 4S models. The two new 911 models celebrate their premiere on the Porsche web TV channel 9:11 Magazine.
The new 911 celebrates its world premiere with a spectacular show at the Porsche Exprecience Center in Los Angeles. Porsche looks into the history of the icon and at the same time points to the digital future.
The eighth generation of the Porsche icon made its debut on the eve of the Auto Show in Los Angeles. See the highlights of the world premiere here.