After the Porsche 356, based on the VW Beetle, the Germans succeeded in 1963 with the introduction of the 901, which was probably the most important success in the history of the brand. In response to Peugeot’s legal intervention, the 901 was renamed 911, beginning an iconic car epic.
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The 901 prototype was first unveiled in 1963 and marked the beginning of the production of the Porsche 911. The original concept was designed as a larger and more practical version of the 356 models, with an extra pair of seats. However, the German automaker was forced to change the model’s name from 901 to 911 due to a conflict with Peugeot, who had already trademarked the three-digit with a zero in the middle naming convention. The 911 had been in continuous production since its introduction and had undergone multiple redesigns and updates over the years, always remaining true to its original concept of being a larger and more practical version of the 356.
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Introduced in 1963 this iconic automobile was designed by Ferdinand “Butzi” Porsche, the grandson of the company’s founder, and had undergone many changes and updates over the years. The model was known for its rear-engine design and distinctive shape becoming one of the most spectacular sports vehicles in the world. It had been used in various forms of motorsport and had been praised for its handling and performance. The 911 continues to be produced today, with the latest models featuring advanced technology and powerful engines.
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The 1998 model year belonged to the 993 series (993 was the internal designation of the model for 1994-1998) and was often called the best automobile in the entire 50-year history of the model. It was the last Porsche with an air-cooled engine, and the last 911 not assembled on an assembly line. The rear-wheel drive layout and recognizable design features of the classic model were combined with modern technology and high performance even by today’s standards. Its body, designed by the Englishman Tony Hatter, repeated the dimensions and shape of its predecessor up to the angle of the windshield and side pillars but did not have a single common panel with it. Styling changes were only aimed at improving aerodynamics and passive safety, so the vehicle received new bumpers, slightly flared wheel arches, and a streamlined front end with less protruding fenders and slanted headlights. The interior design and the relative position of the controls remained the same, as did the length of the wheelbase (2272 mm), which made it possible to place two small seats at the back. Three body types were traditionally offered – coupe, convertible, and Targa, but the latter was no longer the old Targa with a removable roof, but an ordinary coupe equipped with a large glass sunroof, which automatically moved under the rear window. The Speedster body was not produced in this generation, but “Porsche Exclusiv” built two such automobiles, one for F.A. Porsche, and the second for American TV star Jerry Seinfeld (1998). 20% of the automobile’s parts were inherited from the previous generation 964, including a boxer 6-cylinder 3600 cm3 aluminum block, MacPherson strut front suspension, and disc brakes with 4-piston calipers on all wheels. From scratch, only a multi-link rear suspension on an alloy subframe was developed, which made the tail of the car more stable when cornering. For the first time, a 6-speed manual transmission was included as standard, but a 4-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission could be installed instead for a surcharge.
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Some famous films that featured the 1998 Porsche 911 include: “Rush Hour” (1998), “Entrapment” (1999), “Gone in 60 Seconds” (2000), “The Fast and the Furious” (2001), and “The Transporter” (2002).
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