The "Long Hood" refers to the earliest Porsche 911 models produced from 1964 to 1968. These cars are distinguished by their shorter wheelbase and longer front deck, which housed the spare tire.

Long Hood

The "Impact Bumper" Porsche 911, or G-bodied era, lasted from 1974 to 1989 and was characterized by chunkier front and rear bumpers to comply with US legislation requiring the car to withstand crash impacts up to 5 mph. This generation, which includes popular models like the SC and the 3.2 Carrera, is one of the most popular generations of 911s.

Impact Bumper

Porsche is a legendary German luxury sports car manufacturer founded in 1931, renowned for engineering excellence and iconic designs like the 911, Cayenne, and electric Taycan.

Price Range: $60,000 (Macan) to $200,000+ (911 Turbo, Taycan Turbo S)

Salary to Buy: $180,000-200,000/year household income recommended with financing

Net Worth to Buy: $1,000,000+ recommended for cash purchase

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Generations

Long Hood

Impact Bumper