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• 911 Starts Fourth Decade
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PORSCHE® 911™ CARRERA® BRINGS A LEGEND INTO THE 21^st CENTURY

911 Starts Fourth Decade

ATLANTA – The new-generation Porsche® 911™ Carrera® Coupe and Cabriolet continue a legend born with the first 911 in 1965. Completely redesigned for model-year 1999 and enhanced with more power and interior upgrades for 2000, the 911 Carrera benefits from several detail changes for 2001.

“Through continuous improvement and innovation, the original 911 remained a standard-setting sportscar for more than three decades,” said Frederick J. Schwab, president and CEO of Porsche Car North America. “Now in its fourth decade, we intend to keep the 911 Carrera ahead of its competition.”

Interior and Exterior Refinements for 2001

Porsche continues to refine the driving environment in the 911 Carrera. On top of significant interior enhancements it received in model-year 2000, the 911 Carrera features upgraded trunk carpet quality and additional functions for the standard remote entry system. All Porsche models for 2001 feature new light-emitting diode (LED) interior orientation lights. One LED provides gentle illumination of the cockpit and center console. An LED on the driver’s side door handle illuminates the ignition lock and light switch, and an LED illuminates each door latch.

For 2001, Porsche has grouped some popular options into packages. For example, auto-dimming inside and outside rear-view mirrors have been combined with rain-sensing windshield wipers for one package. An additional standard interior color, Nephrite Green, was previously a special-order color. New available metallic exterior colors include Orient Red, Lapis Blue, Zanzibar Red, Seal Grey, and Meridian. Cinnamon Brown is a new special-order interior color.

Coupe and Cabriolet

The new-generation 911 Carrera represents the first “clean-sheet” redesign of the legendary 911 since its introduction in 1965. Longer, wider, and sleeker than any previous 911, the current version of this legendary sportscar nevertheless maintains the unmistakable 911 profile and classic design cues.

The 911 Carrera is available as either a Coupe or Cabriolet model. In the 911 Carrera Coupe, the rear seatbacks fold down to create a flat cargo floor. The fully automatic power soft-top on the Cabriolet folds compactly into a compartment behind the rear seats. A solid tonneau cover fits flush against the body with the roof lowered, preserving the sleek, uncluttered appearance.

300-Horsepower Boxer Engine

body with the roof lowered, preserving the sleek, uncluttered appearance. The 3.4-liter six-cylinder boxer engine in the 911 Carrera 4 produces 300 horsepower @ 6,800 rpm. A dual-stage resonance air intake system boosts power and torque at midrange engine speeds. With 258 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 4,600 rpm and at least 220 lb.-ft. available between 2,700 rpm-7,000 rpm, the 911 Carrera 4 can accelerate from rest to 62 miles per hour (0-100 km/h) in just 5.2 seconds.

An aluminum cylinder block and heads make the engine light. Patented LOKASIL high-silicon cylinder liners help reduce friction and wear to such a level that Porsche can recommend a 15,000-mile (24,000 km) oil change interval and a 30,000-mile (48,000 km) oil filter change interval. The Porsche-patented VarioCam® system helps boost low-end and mid-range torque by varying valve timing between 1,250-5,120 rpm.

Sequential multi-port fuel injection features separate fuel mixture control for each cylinder bank, and a coil-on-plug (“distributorless”) ignition system provides quick response and reliable operation. The ME 7.2 engine control module incorporates the E-Gas electronic throttle. In place of a traditional throttle cable setup, E-Gas electronically transmits pedal position to the engine control unit. The system provides even sharper throttle response and ensures low emissions.

Porsche Stability Management

The Porsche Stability Management system (PSM) system became an option for the 911 Carrera in model-year 2000 and is also newly optional for the 2001 Boxster® and Boxster® S. The system is standard on the 911 Carrera 4 and 911 Turbo. Using data from several sensor inputs, PSM can detect a loss of grip at the front or rear and reduce instability by applying braking to individual wheels and, if necessary, altering engine power. On slippery roads, PSM can help keep the 911 Carrera going in the direction the driver steers.

The PSM system operates so quickly that most drivers likely will not feel it make corrections. The driver can disengage PSM with a dashboard switch. However, for safety, PSM will engage under braking and then disengage when the driver lifts off the brake. While confident in the system’s ability as a dynamic handling aid, Porsche cautions drivers that PSM cannot counteract the laws of physics.

Aluminum Suspension Components

Four-wheel independent suspension features a Porsche-optimized MacPherson-strut design in front and a multilink setup in the rear, both with aluminum suspension components to reduce unsprung weight. Front and rear stabilizer bars and gas-charged shock absorbers ensure flatter cornering. Standard power rack-and pinion steering yields a quick 2.98 turns lock-to-lock and a tight 34.8-ft. (10.6-meter) turning circle.

A “staggered” wheel/tire array (wider wheels and wider, lower-profile tires on the rear) contributes to more neutral handling in the 911. The standard aluminum alloy wheels measure 17 x 7 inches in front and mount 205/50 ZR17 tires; the 17 x 9-inch rear wheels mount 255/40 ZR18 tires. An optional 18-inch wheel/tire package enhances the already sharp handling and offers a choice of different wheel designs.

Racecar-Derived Brakes

The 911 Carrera stops with four-wheel vented disc brakes and ABS 5.3 anti-lock control. Derived from the Porsche GT1 racecar, one-piece brake calipers reduce unsprung weight and heat.

The front discs measure 12.5 inches in diameter and 1.1-inch thick. The rear discs measure nearly as large – 11.8 inches in diameter and 0.95-inch thick. The cross-drilled rotors dissipate heat to maintain braking performance and brake feel even under hard usage. (Porsche requires brakes to provide 25 consecutive full-force stops without fade.)

Two Transmissions

The 911 Carrera offers a choice between a precise-shifting standard six-speed manual and the optional Tiptronic® S five-speed automatic transmission. The six-speed manual features a dual-mass flywheel for low vibration and a hydraulic clutch for consistent performance.

With the advanced Tiptronic S, the driver can place the shift lever into “D” and let the transmission do the shifting, or shift into “M” and control gearshifts with steering wheel-mounted thumb switches. In automatic mode, Tiptronic S uses one of five programmed shift “maps” to respond to the driving style. For example, during leisurely driving, Tiptronic S will upshift early to provide a quiet ride and the best fuel efficiency. Quicker stabs at the gas pedal will call up a sporty shift program, which holds each gear longer for crisp response and power.

Even while in automatic mode, the computer-controlled Tiptronic S responds like a driver working a manual transmission, downshifting or holding lower gears when cornering and driving on hills. Tiptronic S also allows the driver to select manual mode by pressing an up- or downshift button, even with the shift lever in the “D” position.

Innovative Safety Technology

With the high performance potential of the 911 Carrera comes a high level of occupant protection. A patented crumple zone body structure protects a reinforced passenger compartment. All new Porsche models include dual front airbags plus the Porsche Side Impact Protection System that includes boron-steel door reinforcement beams, energy-absorbing door panels, and door-mounted side airbags. The 30-liter capacity sidebags provide protection for the chest and head, while the door panels provide protection for the pelvis. The 30-liter capacity sidebags provide protection for the chest, head, and pelvis.

In the 911 Carrera Cabriolet, the boron-steel reinforced A-pillars and windshield header combine with an automatic-deploying supplemental rollover structure to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a rollover accident.

Luxuriously Equipped

A premium sportscar throughout its history, the 911 Carrera today includes a host of features that make it as comfortable for daily commuting as for pleasure driving. Standard features include:

• Power sunroof (Coupe)
• Automatic climate control with dust/pollen and activated charcoal odor filters
• AM/FM cassette stereo system
• Power windows with one-touch up/down
• Partial leather seats with power recline
• Leather-covered telescoping steering wheel
• Remote locking system
• Anti-theft system with engine immobilizer and alarm
• Heated windshield washer nozzles
• Heated power sideview mirrors

Available GPS Navigation

The optional Porsche Communication Management system integrates controls and displays for Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) navigation, an onboard computer, and climate control. A five-inch (diagonal) LCD color screen displays all functions. Litronic high-intensity gas-discharge headlights, available in option packages, increase lighting range and improve edge and side lighting.

Substantial Warranty

Every new model-year 2001 Porsche car sold in the United States and Canada is covered by a four-year/50,000-mile (80,000 kilometer), bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, which includes Porsche’s roadside assistance program. The galvanized body and 26-step paint and anti-corrosion process enable Porsche to warrant each car against rust perforation for 10 years and unlimited mileage. In addition, Porsche guarantees the paint finish for three years – also without a mileage limitation.

Fast Facts

The new-generation Porsche® 911™ Carrera®, introduced for model-year 1999, continues a tradition started in 1965 with the first 911. The 911 continually evolved over four decades and established a sportscar legend on the road and the racetrack. All 911 models have featured a rear mounted, horizontally opposed “boxer” six-cylinder engine and the same distinctive profile. The boxer engine design minimizes vibration, re q u i res less space than a similar displacement inline or V-6 engine, and contributes to the car’s low center of gravity. The current model introduced the first liquid-cooled engine in 911 history. Notable models include the 911 S (1967), the Carrera RS (1972), the first Turbo (1975), the 911 SC (1978), the first 911 Cabriolet (1983), and the first all-wheel drive Carrera 4 (1989). Longer, wider, and sleeker than any previous 911, the c u r rent version of this legendary sportscar nevertheless maintains the unmistakable 911 profile and classic design cues. Safety technology includes a patented crumple-zone body structure, dual front airbags, door-mounted side airbags, and anti-lock brakes. The Cabriolet model features a fully automatic power roof, an automatic-deploying supplemental safety bar structure, and a standard removable aluminum hardtop. The optional Porsche Stability Management system (PSM) provides the ultimate level of control by correcting for loss of grip at either the front or rear tires.

New for 2001

Porsche has added several convenience features to the 911 Carrera models. Interior orientation lights use light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to provide gentle illumination of the cockpit and center console, ignition lock and light switch, and door latches. The remote entry system adds enhanced functions, and the trunk features improved carpeting. Some popular options have been grouped into packages. An additional standard interior color, Nephrite Green, was previously a special-order color. New available metallic exterior colors include Orient Red, Lapis Blue, Zanzibar Red, Seal Grey, and Meridian.

Standard Equipment

Optional Equipment

Technical Specifications