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The 2007 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Coupe is a two-door, four-seater sports car that combines classic 911 styling with all-wheel drive traction and stability. The Carrera 4 offers a compelling blend of performance, versatility, and luxury at an accessible price range. Available in Coupe, Convertible, and Targa body styles, this trim is highly versatile, serving well for buyers with different tastes.

The automotive world has seen its fair share of legends, but few can hold a candle to the illustrious Porsche Carrera GT. Born from the ashes of Porsche’s aspirations at Le Mans, the Carrera GT became Stuttgart’s answer to Maranello and Sant’Agata Bolognese.

Limited to just 2,500 units globally, the all-new 911 Dakar is the newest trim in the sports car’s lineup and celebrates Porsche’s 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally victory. Based on the 992-generation platform, this model is the most expensive non-Turbo trim in the 992.1 lineup, sitting above the Carrera 4 GTS and commanding a hefty $222,000 starting price. Interestingly, Porsche initially planned to name it "Safari," but Tata Motors’ existing trademark forced a change to "Dakar."

The 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet was based on the 997 generation, succeeding the 996 (1999-2004) and running until 2013. This four-seat convertible packed a 3.6-liter flat-six engine producing 325 horsepower, paired with a six-speed manual or optional five-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission. As the entry-level convertible in the 911 lineup, it offered an attractive blend of performance and open-top driving pleasure.

The 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe marked a significant refresh for the iconic sports car, ushering in the 996.2 generation. This update brought many changes, including a sleeker exterior design, an upgraded interior, and a new 3.6-liter flat-six engine replacing the previous 3.4-liter unit. As the entry-level model in the 911 lineup, the Carrera offered an irresistible blend of performance and everyday usability.

The 2003 Porsche 911 Turbo from the 996 generation, first went on sale in the United States for the 2001 model year. Slotting between the Carrera 4S and hardcore GT2, the Turbo brought racetrack-ready performance to the street at a more palatable price point. One of the most important changes bought by the 996 Turbo was a new Mezger 3.6-liter twin-turbo flat-six engine tuned to make 415 horsepower. Such power was enough for a 0-60 mph time of four seconds and a top speed of 189 miles.

After a brief hiatus following the 2019 model year, the GTS returns for 2022, ready to take on the world’s best sports cars. The exterior retains the timeless aesthetics of the 911 but distinguishes it with a wider body, 20-inch front and 21-inch rear center-lock wheels, and black accents that set it apart from lower trims. Available in coupe and cabriolet variants with rear-wheel drive, the GTS offers a 911 for every taste.

Brand new from the hands of the experts of Stuttgart, the new Porsche Panamera Turbo S is an expression of what performance sedans are capable of. This trim replaces the "Turbo" trim of the 2020 Panamera, offering buyers a gas-only alternative to the flagship Turbo S E-Hybrid, which happens to be a plug-in hybrid. Under the hood, the 2021 Panamera Turbo S hides a 620-horsepower 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine that fires in full fury to unleash 0-60 mph in a mere 2.9 seconds, placing it comfortably in supercar territory.

Fresh from the experts of Stuttgart for 2020, the Porsche 718 Spyder is the ultimate expression of the open-top, mid-engine sports car formula. This all-new flagship model of the 718 Boxster family boasts a 414-horsepower 4.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine mated to a crisp six-speed manual transmission. The result is a 0-60 mph timing of 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 187 mph.

The 2019 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet is a stunning convertible that combines iconic 911 styling with cutting-edge technology and thrilling performance. This two-door, four-seat sports car is part of the eighth generation (992) of the legendary 911, which was introduced for the 2019 model year. With standard all-wheel drive, a potent twin-turbo flat-six engine, standard all-wheel drive, and a quick-shifting PDK dual-clutch transmission, the Carrera 4S Cabriolet delivers an exhilarating open-air driving experience.

The 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S marks the debut of the iconic sports car’s eighth generation or 992.1 model. This trim sits above the Carrera S, with the 4S representing an all-wheel-drive system in the vocabulary. Available in coupe and convertible body styles for 2020, it offers great versatility for many buyers.