Porsche 911 50 Years Edition to celebrate 50 Years long Journey

It has been 50 years, the Porsche 911 sports car is still ruling the hearts of many enthusiasts and buyers. Porsche is celebrating a special anniversary of the 911 sports car at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt in September with a dedicatory 50 Years Edition - half a century since the iconic coupe made its debut in the German city. Appropriately, the special model will be limited to 1,963 cars.

In 1963, the first Porsche 911 coupe was presented to the public and since this the vehicle has excited automotive fans across the globe. Porsche will unveil the limited edition model to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the 911 at the IAA in Frankfurt, which opens its doors to the public on 12 September, 2013. Like the first coupé, the 911 50 Years Edition combines a distinctive silhouette with a rear-mounted, flat-six engine and rear wheel drive. Yet its efficient performance, active sports suspension and exclusive body styling add contemporary appeal.

The special anniversary 911 is based on the 911 Carrera S, but it comes with a wider body – 44 mm broader across the rear wheel arches – that is typically reserved for the all-wheel drive Carrera 4 models. The highly dynamic and aggressive exterior styling is combined with features that have contributed to the 50-years success story of the car. Such as, the Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), with special tuning to complement the increased track width, adds to the exceptional cornering dynamics. The car also features a sports exhaust system for increased emotional character.

The special anniversary edition of 911 comes powered by a 3.8-litre flat-six engine that produces massive 400bhp. The 911 50 Years Edition accelerates from 0 to 100kmph (0-62 mph) in mere 4.5 seconds amd can reach a top speed of 299kmph. The NEDC combined fuel efficiency of the coupe is 29.7 mpg (12.6kmpl), which equates to CO2 emissions of 224 g/km. Giving a clear indication to the rear-mounted location of the flat-six power plant are bespoke chrome strips on the fins of the engine compartment grille. A further contemporary interpretation of 911 arguments are the unique five-spoke cast alloy wheels whose style has been inspired by the so-called ‘Fuchs’ wheels, a legendary rim that was in fact a Porsche design and first fitted to the 911 in 1966. The new 20-inch diameter wheels are finished in matt black paint with machine-polished centres.

The special edition 911 will be available in two unique colours - a darker Graphite Grey and a lighter Geyser Grey Mettalic. Black is also available. Each of the cars has a ‘911 50’ badge finished in two-tone 3D-style on the rear lid, which is repeated in three-colour embroidery on the head restraints and as a two-colour logo on the rev counter and the aluminium door sill plates. It is also displayed on the passenger side fascia strip together with the limited edition number of the individual vehicle. Other exterior characteristics of the special model are high-gloss window frames and SportDesign exterior mirrors. A technical highlight is the Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS), which adds a dynamic cornering function to the already standard-fit Bi-Xenon headlights.

The 911 50 Years Edition is available to order now from Porsche Centres in the UK and Ireland, priced from £92,257 (approx Rs. 8014098.04). First right-hand drive deliveries will arrive in September.

In addition to the bespoke equipment of the anniversary model, standard equipment on the 911 Carrera S includes Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) with rear limited slip differential, 4.6-inch colour touch-screen Porsche Communication Management with satellite navigation, automatic climate control, Bi-Xenon headlights, a universal audio interface offering MP3 connectivity and a three year warranty.

Fitted to every 911 is a Porsche Vehicle Tracking System (VTS), a sophisticated vehicle security package approved to Thatcham Category 5 standard, and customers are also able to explore the potential of their new car by participating in a complimentary course at the Porsche Experience Centre, Silverstone.

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