Porsche 912

Production of the Porsche 912, an entry-level variant of the Type 911, began in 1965 with the 912 coupé. Fitted with a four-cylinder engine, the vehicle developed a strong reputation for its stylish appearance, reliable performance and comparatively low price, which made it an extremely attractive proposition for new Porsche customers. Compared to the 911, the Porsche 912 had fewer features, but was able to boast superior weight distribution and handling. In 1967, the Porsche 912 Targa was released. The Version I Targa was a a variation of a cabriolet and featured a removable roof and plastic rear window. The following year, the Porsche 912 Targa Version II was released, with the main difference being the inclusion of a fixed glass rear window, effectively turning the Targa into a coupé. A special version of the Porsche 912 was produced for German autobahn police and a police-style 912 Targa became the 100,000th Porsche car ever manufactured. A number of factors, including new emission control regulations and the production of more affordable 911 models, led to the discontinuation of the Porsche 912 after the 1969 model year.