Porsche has hit the million with the 911 reaching this massive milestone.

• Zuffenhausen celebrates the original sports car and design icon

It is the quintessential sports car for everyday driving, and a style icon that is unmistakable as both the face and heart of the Porsche brand: the 911. 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."

The Porsche 911 established a new category and remains at the pinnacle of the premium sports car segment. 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.

The mythology of the Porsche 911 has been cultivated by countless motorsport successes. No other sports car embodies this recipe for success quite like the 911. More than half of Porsche's over 30,000 race wins can be credited to the iconic car, and it still thrills private motorsport enthusiasts around the world in numerous racing series.

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."

One significant factor in this success is the production site at the headquarters in Zuffenhausen, where all 911s ever built have been manufactured. Today, all two-door cars – 911, 718 Boxster, and 718 Cayman – and their various derivatives are handled on one assembly line thanks to a sophisticated production approach. 

The assembly workers are experts in up to 200 different tasks and, with their passion and knowledge, they ensure that each Porsche is delivered with the quality typical of the brand. Uwe Hück, Chair of the Group Works Council of Porsche, says: "I cannot imagine the success story of the 911 without our unique Porsche employees. Today, we have the one-millionth 911. The good thing about it is that our colleagues still make them with the same devotion as the first car. The construction of the Mission E at the Zuffenhausen site is ringing in a new era at Porsche. 

And it is clear that if we are to make it a success, we will need our highly qualified and motivated employees. They will make sure that the Mission E is an emotional experience just like our 911 has always been – and always will be."

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.

EUROPE - Porsche recreates the 1969-1975 911 Dashboard, to absolute perfection, and it's for sale.

He came back: Porsche Classic reproduces the original dashboard of the historic 911 of MY 1969 to 1975. A sophisticated production process combines high quality, able to meet today's standards, a design faithful to the original in every detail. 

The dashboard is made ​​from a substructure modern coated from the original surface. The plot knurled and the feel, luster and shade of black is identical to the original. The new component is available at all Porsche Centers to 976 € including VAT. 

OTHER DASHBOARDS FOR THE ERA

As the technical equipment, the interior of the Oldtimer are subject to normal wear. The solar radiation, temperature variations and humidity damage the surface and materials. 

The materials of today are much more resistant and to maintain over time the value of the cars Porsche Oldtimer, Classic Porsche has redesigned the dashboard. Extensive testing conducted according to the most current guarantee absolute precision of shape and quality even in difficult weather conditions.  

The dashboard is an original component that also includes coverage of the speakers. Thus, it can be installed only by following the procedure of assembling the original, which involves removal of the windshield. For this reason, Porsche Classic recommended to make the replacement of qualified staff from Porsche Classic. 

Porsche Classic is a division of the car manufacturer, responsible for the maintenance of the cars produced usually over ten years ago. The services offered cover all areas, from the care and technical literature to the supply and reproduction of original spare parts, to complete restoration. 

To facilitate the maintenance and restoration of optimum Classic cars, over the next few years the company will extend its international network of dealers and service approximately 100 Porsche Classic. Customers and potential customers so Porsche will receive the full range of Porsche services Porsche Classic. 

With this initiative, Porsche has integrated the care and preservation of the value of the Oldtimer and Youngtimer part of an innovative service concept, which closely unites tradition and innovation Porsche.

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