The 912 - A brief history
Produced between 1965 and '69, the Porsche 912 was sold as an entry-level model, an alternative to the all new 911.
When first lanched, the 911 was significantly more expensive than the earlier 356 range. In 1965, a new 356C cost $4,200. The all new 911, $6490.
Porsche, very much aware this sudden price increase could alienate a proportion of its loyal customer base, decided that a lower cost alternative to the 911 would help smooth the financial transition from 356 to 911. The 912 was born.
Because the 912 was fitted with a smaller 4-cylinder engine derived from the 356 series, Porsche was able to offer the car at a reasonably competitive price of $4,200. The vehicle was a hit right from the word go, outselling its 6-cylinder counterpart two-to-one in 1966.
During its five year production run, a little over 30,000 912's were built, the vast majority of which were exported to North America. Production ceased in 1969 and the rest is history...!
The 912 outsold
the 911 by two
to one in 1966
The 912 won the 1967
European Rally
championship
The 100,000th
porsche built was
a 912 targa
The 912 is approx
250 lbs lighter
than a 911 of the
same year
The 912 won the
"Car & Driver"
readers choice
award in 1967
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