In Zuffenhausen today, the one-millionth model rolled off the production line – a Carrera S in the special color “Irish Green,” with numerous exclusive features following the original 911 from 1963. The two-door car remains the most important model in the product range and is key in helping Porsche maintain its position as one of the most prestigious car manufacturers in the world.
Dr. Wolfgang Porsche, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Porsche AG, has been a part of the development of the 911 since day one: “54 years ago, I was able to take my first trips over the Grossglockner High Alpine Road with my father. The feeling of being in a 911 is just as enjoyable now as it was then. That’s because the 911 has ensured that the core values of our brand are as visionary today as they were in the first Porsche 356/1 from 1948.”
It’s hard to believe that the 911 has been around over 50 years. Rick Duncan, President of Myclassic News said “It has always been a special moment in automotive history when any car hits a production milestone, but when it’s the one millionth and a vehicle that has a classic aura such as the 911, it truly is an historic day in the automotive industry.”
In 2016 alone, 32,365 vehicles were delivered worldwide – more than ever before. Nevertheless, it has maintained its exclusivity over the decades and has become a coveted collector’s item. The quality of the 911 and Porsche vehicles in general, is legendary. Over 70 percent of all Porsche cars ever built are still ready to drive today. In addition, the Porsche 911 can consistently be found at the top of quality rankings such as the “Initial Quality Study” from the U.S. market research institute J.D. Power.
Porsche has never strayed from the founding concept of the original 911. “But we have continued to enhance the technology of the 911, refining and perfecting the sports car,” says Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG, “that’s why it remains a state-of-the-art and technically innovative vehicle. We have also been able to expand the model line very successfully through derivatives.”
Another ironic fact is that every 911 ever made was at this same production site in Zuffenhausen.
The one-millionth 911 will not be sold. Before it moves on to enrich the collection at the
Porsche Museum, it will embark on a world tour and will take road trips in the Scottish
Highlands, around the Nürburgring, and in the USA, China, and beyond.
Myclassic News would like to congratulate Porsche and all their personnel that had interest in manufacturing this historic machine.
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