early - 911 T - 911 L - 911 E - 911 2.7l - Carrera - SC - Carrera 3.2 - 964 -993- 996- 997 - 914 - 924 - 928 - 944 - 968

Improved aerodynamics using knowledge gained from Le Mans winning 959 and 962, reduced the drag coefficient to 0.32, and with virtually zero lift greatly improved stability and road holding at high speed. A retractable rear spoiler automatically extends at 50mph and whilst increasing the downforce also doubles the volume of air intake for improved engine cooling. The spoiler automatically retracts at below 60 mph.

The capacity of the famous flat six engine increased to 3.6 Litres. Gained twin spark ignition and become the most powerful normally aspirated 911 production engine with 250 bhp and 310 Nm of torque at 4,800 rpm, 0-60 coming up in just over 5 seconds and a top speed of 163 mph.

Tiptronic Electro-hydraulically controlled 4 speed transmission was as an option for the first time, giving the combination of manual and automatic gear selection being supplemented by immediate up or down gear selection by 'tipping' the gear lever forward or backwards.

Compared to earlier versions the 964 also gained from chassis development and improvements in tyre technology, resulting in far more user friendly driving characteristics on the limit, whilst still retaining enough quirkiness of a rear engine design to satisfy and reward enthusiastic drivers.

The introduction of an anti-lock dual assisted braking system, progressive power steering, 3-way catalytic converter and a ten-year anti-corrosion warranty completed the new package.

Offered in Coupe, Targa and Cabriolet versions, the enthusiast was spoilt for choice. A lightweight version the 964 RS followed, and a turbo charged version the 965 maintain the lineage of the 911 family.

View the photo showcase of 964s

Take part in my 964 Survey, members from Rennlist and Smartgroups have been providing details on their 964, which model, which color, experiences and much more.

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When you arrive at the Survey homepage, type in survey number 21706 in the "Take A Survey" box.


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View Examples of the main Colours available for the 964
(This page is still in development)

How many 964s were made ?

Year	Region	Code	C2/C4 Coupe	Targa	Cabriolet	Carrera Cup	Turbo 3.3	Turbo S	Turbo 3.6	RS	RSR 3.8	RS America	C4 Anniv.	Speedster
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1989	ROW	K	2,068	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
1989	USA	K	1,117	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
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1990	ROW	L	9,171	322	895	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
1990	USA	L	2,111	158	2,067	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
1990	Canda	L	80	158	61	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
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1991	ROW	M	7,840	1,196	3,886	120	2,298	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
1991	USA	M	1,608	746	2,207	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
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1992	ROW	N	4,844	597	2,885	150	759	80	0	290	0	0	0	0
1992	USA	N	670	211	642	0	289	20	0	0	0	0	0	0
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1993	ROW	P	3,249	419	1,414	0	0	0	650	129	130	0	911	0
1993	USA	P	520	137	600	0	0	0	0	0	0	629	0	0
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1994	ROW	R	505	0	315	0	0	471	0	0	0	0	0	581
1994	USA	R	456	0	283	0	0	466	0	0	0	139	0	925
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Total			34,239	3,944	15,255	270	3,343	1,037	650	419	130	768	911	1,506

Stats provided by Don Watson at Rennlist ( big thanks !!)

Review of 964 C2 from 1990 vs Honda NSX and Nissan 300 zx

Understanding my VIN number

The easiest way to correctly identify a 964 is to check the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN is a 17 digit international code. Porsche use two versions, the ROW and the USA requirements code. It is much easier to identify an American 964 as compared to a ROW 964. The following brief explanation of key digits within the VIN will ensure correct identification of type and for the US version more detail can be extracted. This is very important when trying to determine if a 964 is genuine and the model is actually manufactured by Porsche and is not an aftermarket conversion.

WPO

B

B

O

96

0

L

S

4

2

0099

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Four Digit Serial Number

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Variable by market

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3rd digit of type ( always a 4 on a 964)

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Manufacturer Location ( S=Stuttgart)

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Model year ( K=89, L=90)

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check Digit (USA = 0,9 or X, ROW=Z)

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auftragsnummer number ( e.g 91, 93)

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Airbags ( 0=no, 2=yes) ROW = z

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Engine ( A=3.3 T, B=3.6, C =3.6 T, Z=ROW)

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Body ( A=Coupe, B=Targa, C = Cab, Z=ROW)

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Porsche World Producer Code

The use of this data is extremely important especially if the 964 being offered is not contained in the list of models found in the timeline section. A number of turbocharged cabriolets are being claimed as factory produced. Their VINs do not support this claim apart from the fact that such a model does not appear in the records of Porsche production for the 964.

Another issue which causes identification problems is the chassis number. This is found on a plate directly below the fuel tank in the luggage compartment. This number will always start WP0ZZZ regardless of version. The important point is that the last five digits of the chassis number match the serial number of the VIN.

964s can also be identified by type number. The type number is located on the identification label found on the underside of the luggage compartment lid and a copy of this label is found in the original service record book provided with every 964 upon original delivery.

Information sourced from Rennlist and John Miles' 964 website

View examples of the main variants of the 964

COUPE - CABRIOLET - TARGA - TURBO - SPEEDSTER - RS

(I'm adding to these pages as owners pictures are supplied to me)