The 90's
1991:
Porsche becomes the first car maker in Germany to equip all production models with an airbag for driver and front passenger as standard equipment.
1992:
Dr Wendelin Wiedeking takes charge as Spokesman of the Executive Board and steers Porsche back onto a success course with a comprehensive turnaround package.
1993:
At the Detroit Motor Show, Porsche displays the study for a roadster with boxer mid-engine named the Boxster. The totally revised 911 Carrera premieres at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
1995:
With Emission Control System OBD II, the 911 Turbo becomes the world’s lowest-emission production car. In addition to the 911 Carrera 4S, the 911 Targa with power glass roof expands the model range. The Porsche 911 GT2, which can also compete in motorsport, is launched in a limited series.
1996:
After only 31/2 years development time, production starts on the Porsche Boxster. The 1 millionth Porsche rolls off the Zuffenhausen assembly line on July 15.
1997:
Under the motto ‘Evolution 911’ a new generation of the Porsche 911 Carrera is presented. For the first time, it is powered by a water-cooled four-valve 6-cylinder horizontally opposed engine. To satisfy high demand, the Boxster is now also produced by Valmet Automotive in Finland.
1998:
On 27 March, Ferry Porsche dies at the age of 88. The decision to initiate production of the third series is announced – the Cayenne is on its way. With the 911 GT1, Porsche logs a double victory in Le Mans and can now chalk up a total of 16 overall wins.
1999:
With the 911 GT3, Porsche rounds out the 911 series with an exceptionally sporty version. The Boxster S, a higher performance version of the mid-engine roadster, is available. The Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) is presented as a world first.
1991:
Porsche becomes the first car maker in Germany to equip all production models with an airbag for driver and front passenger as standard equipment.
1992:
Dr Wendelin Wiedeking takes charge as Spokesman of the Executive Board and steers Porsche back onto a success course with a comprehensive turnaround package.
1993:
At the Detroit Motor Show, Porsche displays the study for a roadster with boxer mid-engine named the Boxster. The totally revised 911 Carrera premieres at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
1995:
With Emission Control System OBD II, the 911 Turbo becomes the world’s lowest-emission production car. In addition to the 911 Carrera 4S, the 911 Targa with power glass roof expands the model range. The Porsche 911 GT2, which can also compete in motorsport, is launched in a limited series.
1996:
After only 31/2 years development time, production starts on the Porsche Boxster. The 1 millionth Porsche rolls off the Zuffenhausen assembly line on July 15.
1997:
Under the motto ‘Evolution 911’ a new generation of the Porsche 911 Carrera is presented. For the first time, it is powered by a water-cooled four-valve 6-cylinder horizontally opposed engine. To satisfy high demand, the Boxster is now also produced by Valmet Automotive in Finland.
1998:
On 27 March, Ferry Porsche dies at the age of 88. The decision to initiate production of the third series is announced – the Cayenne is on its way. With the 911 GT1, Porsche logs a double victory in Le Mans and can now chalk up a total of 16 overall wins.
1999:
With the 911 GT3, Porsche rounds out the 911 series with an exceptionally sporty version. The Boxster S, a higher performance version of the mid-engine roadster, is available. The Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) is presented as a world first.
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