Porsche 911: The Definitive History 1987 to 1997

by Brian Long

Overview

Volume four in a series that will become the definitive reference to the Porsche 911, the world's favourite Porsche. This volume continues the story of the 3.2 litre Carrera series, and goes on to cover the 959 production car and the last of the air-cooled 911s. A process of continuous evolution has kept the 911 fresh for nearly 40 years, while impeccable build quality has ensured that most of even the very earliest cars have survived as desirable and usable classics. This is the fourth volume of a set of books which will chronicle in definitive depth the history of the evergreen 911, from the earliest design studies to the water-cooled cars of today. Also deals with various specials and competition cars from the period.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781845844592
Publisher:	Veloce Publishing Ltd
Publication date:	10/31/2011
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	49 MB
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About the Author

Born in Coventry, the heart of the British motor industry, Brian Long comes from a family with a proud heritage in the automotive and aviation fields. He trained as a mechanical engineer, and worked for a time at his father's garage. Brian became heavily involved in the classic car scene at 19, and says he turned to writing by accident. He has a long association with several major car manufacturers, is a member of the Society of Automotive Historians, and a member of the Guild of Motoring Writers. He now writes full-time and, since 1990, when his first book was released, he has had more than 80 titles published. Brian currently lives with his family in Chiba, in Japan, where they enjoy life with their Dobermann and Thoroughbred racehorse.

Table of Contents

Introduction & Acknowledgements

Chapter 1 - A Brief History of Porsche
Chapter 2 - The early 911 models
Chapter 3 - The 3.2 Carrera & contemporary Turbo
Chapter 4 - A new breed
Chapter 5 - The 964 series continues
Chapter 6 - 993 - a truly modern 911
Chapter 7 - The end of another Porsche era

Appendix 1 - Concise Buyers' Guide
Appendix 2 - Year-by-year range details
Appendix 3 - Engine Specifications
Appendix 4 - Chassis numbers & production figures
Index