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The 996 signalled the end of the air-cooled 911, but the 993's successor introduced a new path for Porsche, resulting in the brand becoming the world's most profitable car maker through comprehensive overhaul of Zuffenhausen's design and manufacturing processes. In this celebratory issue of 911 & Porsche World, we look at the 996's origins, its infamous water-cooled flat-six, the various models available during the model's lifespan, plus we present a buying guide and pitch the legendary GT3 against a Turbo X50. Additionally, we test the new 911 GT3 (equipped with manual transmission), get up close and personal with the new Macan S, show you how to replace the suspension control arms on a 997 and explore the Alps in a Safari-spec 964.
Issue Summary:
Celebrating 25 years of 996, this special issue of 911 & Porsche World examines the design and evolution of the most radical rethinking of the original 911 concept to date.
Top 3 Issue Features:
TWIN PEAKS - Two of the headiest incarnations of the 996 came in the form of the GT3 and Turbo X50. Either one dishes up euphoria, but which would you belay? We sample both.
BUILT FOR ADVENTURE - Kyrre Birkeland's desire to own a 911 capable of dealing with the rough road to his holiday home resulted in the build of a Safari-spec 964 and his new-found love of off-roading across the Alps.
PURIST PERFECTION - Porsche's GT3 line began with the 996-generation 911 back in 1999. Now, more than two decades later, we get behind the wheel of a new 992 GT3 equipped with manual transmission.
Magazine Extras:
The 996 signalled the end of the air-cooled 911, but the 993's successor introduced a new path for Porsche, resulting in the brand becoming the world's most profitable car maker through comprehensive overhaul of Zuffenhausen's design and manufacturing processes. In this celebratory issue of....
