The Speedster, introduced in 1989, completed Porsche’s soft-top 911 lineup by reviving a charismatic model from the brand’s past. The name had originally been used for the sleek Type 356 variant. The concept of a new Speedster first took shape in 1983 with a prototype that never reached production.
The 3.2-liter Speedster, inspired by the 911 Turbo Cabriolet but without turbocharging, was launched just before the new Type 964 body was introduced. As a result, it became the last 911 to feature the classic body design, originally introduced in 1963.
Featuring a sharply angled, low windshield and a fiberglass tonneau cover over the rear of the cockpit, the Speedster had a bold and streamlined appearance. Its striking design was matched by the 3.2-liter air-cooled flat-six engine from the H-program, producing 217 bhp. Power was delivered via a five-speed Getrag G50 transaxle, with braking handled by power-assisted, ventilated, and cross-drilled disc brakes with alloy calipers at all four corners.
The design included nods to the original 356 Speedster, like the “camel hump” cowlings behind the seats that concealed a basic manual top meant for temporary use. Only 2,065 Speedsters were produced, making it one of the rarest 911s.
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