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Porsche New 911 to be officially unveiled soon? -A look back at the 911 from the first generation to the present with images.

New 911 (992 model) at last!

In the September 4 Automotive Information Media.The new 911 (992 model) has been scooped up."The article was introduced. I'm told that the headlights and rear lights still have a slight falsification process.(This is a photo)

*10 clear photos of the new Porsche 911 (Type 992) Yellow/Silver/Blue 3 prototypes

Conventional design differences includeThe low-profile wraparound taillights connected by LED strips and the license plate has been moved to the bottom of the bumper.It is said that.

This year's 911 is the eighth generation, counting from the first generation. Therefore, we decided to take a brief look back at the history of the evolution of the 911 up to this point, along with some images. Which era of the 911 is your favorite?

Evolution of the first to eighth generation 911s

①First generation (Model 901)

The prototype debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1963 as the successor to the "Porsche 356" and went into full production in 1964. Initially, it was given the development code "901.The name was changed to "911" because Peugeot had trademarked all three-digit numbers with a zero in the center.
*Image source: The oldest surviving 911, housed in the Porsche Museum...1964 production car called "901".

2nd generation (930 type)


It was fitted with a 5-mile bumper that complied with the Std 215 bumper strength regulations of the U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; the 930 model originally referred to the turbo model, while the NA model remained as the 901 model until the 1977 model year.In 1978, the NA model became the 930 model.The car was available in two body types: a coupe and a targa with a detachable roof. There were two body types: a coupe and a targa with a detachable roof.
*Image source: http://www.channel-9.jp/channel-9/stockdetail/298-1_723.html

3rd generation (964 type)


This model was released in 1989. The body structure is a general monocoque(A structure that allows the outer panels of the car body and fuselage to take the stresses.The suspension springs were changed from torsion bar springs to coil springs.Similar to Model 930 in appearance, but 80% of the parts used are new.The first two models were the A four-wheel drive Carrera 4 was also added.
*Image source: https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/1TP 3T83964

4th generation (Type 993)

The 993 model was released in 1993 and was the last air-cooled 911 model. It is still popular as the last air-cooled model 911.

*Image source: https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/1TP 3T83993#/media/File:Porsche_993_targa_mainz.jpg

⑤5th generation (996 type)


The 996 model was launched in 1997.The air-cooled engine, which had been one of the trademarks of the company, became a water-cooled engine.The chassis was also redesigned, and tear-drop headlamps were adopted.

*Image source: https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/1TP 3T83996#/media/File:Porsche_996_GT3_orangeperlrotcolor_RHD_P911_CML.jpg

⑥6th generation (997 type)


The 997 model was launched in 2004; the tear-drop headlamps that were unpopular with the 996 model were discontinued, and the round headlamps of the past were revived. The chassis is based on the 996, and the first model used the 996-based engine, while the latter model switched to a new direct-injection engine and introduced PDK.
*Image source: https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/1TP 3T83997#/media/File:Porsche911997.jpg

(7) 7th generation (991 type)


The 991 model was released in 2011. It features a lightweight chassis with lightweight metal used for the body. The engine is an improved version of the 997 late model.
*Image source: https://serakota.blog.so-net.ne.jp/2015-09-08

⑧ 8th generation (Type 992)

Although not yet officially announced, its world debut is believed to be at the Paris Motor Show in October or the Los Angeles Motor Show in November.
*Image source: https://carview.yahoo.co.jp/news/newmodel/20180904-10339333-carview/1/

Like a child Panamera?

In this way, I feel that it has evolved a lot since the first generation. I can't say anything about the new model since it has not been officially announced yet, but I like the current 991 model in terms of design. The new 911 (992 type) with the connected back lights looks like a "child Panamera" to me, probably because I usually see Panameras...(Sorry...)

*Image source: 10 clear photos of the new Porsche 911 (Type 992) Yellow/silver/blue Three prototypes.

Well, having said that, I'm sure it will be really cool to see it in person. I'm looking forward to the official announcement.

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