Porsche 911 (type 964)

In the model year 1989, the new generation of the 911 came onto the market at the same time that the G model was discontinued. The type 964 911 Carrera 4 was made up of 85% new parts but largely retained the classic shapes of its predecessor and was available in Coupé, Targa and Cabriolet bodyshell styles.

Despite extensive similarities in design, the aerodynamics of the 964 were significantly improved compared with the G model. The new, rounded front and rear sections and an automatically extending rear spoiler contributed to these improved aerodynamics.

The 911 Carrera 4 was the first all-wheel-drive 911. Its electronically controlled permanent all-wheel drive normally directed 31% of the drive torque to the front axle and 69% to the rear axle, though the distribution could be varied depending on the driving situation. There was a traction control switch on the Carrera 4's centre console. Its 3.6-litre engine delivered 250 PS of power.

From model year 1990, the 911 Carrera 2 – an identical rear-wheel drive version and the first model with Tiptronic – was launched, and from model year 1991 a Turbo variant was also available.

Red Porsche 911 Carrera 4 (1989–93)
Blue Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Targa (1990–93)
Black Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Targa (1990–93)

911 Carrera 4 (1989-93)

Front and rear panels made of deformable plastic // Rear lid with integrated, automatically extending rear spoiler // Rear light strip with Red reflective Porsche logo and integrated rear fog lights // Red rear indicators // Exterior mirrors in vehicle colour, electrically adjustable; in Cup design from MY 1992

911 Carrera 4 Targa, 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet (1990-93)

Front and rear panels made of deformable plastic // Rear lid with integrated, automatically extending rear spoiler // Rear light strip with Red reflective Porsche logo // Red rear indicators // Exterior mirrors in vehicle colour, electrically adjustable; in Cup design from MY 1992 // Targa: Targa roll-over bar in Black // Rear window made of safety glass // Folding roof

911 Carrera 2, 911 Carrera 2 Targa, 911 Carrera 2 Cabriolet (1990-93)

Front and rear panels made of deformable plastic // Rear lid with integrated, automatically extending rear spoiler // Rear light strip with Red reflective Porsche logo and integrated rear fog lights // Red rear indicators // Exterior mirrors in vehicle colour, electrically adjustable; in Cup design from MY 1992

Spare parts & Co.

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