When the Porsche 912 was introduced in the spring of 1965, some members of the staff were not quite happy with the new model, for it still had the four-cylinder engine of the 356 that was no longer in production, while the 911 already had the new six-cylinder, and had become a legend. However, the 911 was so expensive that many Porsche devotees in Germany could not, or did not want to, afford to buy it. For this reason, Porsche quickly needed a new, less expensive model so the 912 came into being, and from 1966 to 1969 about 32,000 vehicles were built. Apart from the Porsche 912 Coup� (1965 to 1969) this book also presents the Porsche 912 Targa (1966 to 1969). Less well-known, but all the more intriguing, is the story of the Porsche 912E, built in 1976 just for the US market, and of which only 2099 specimens exist.

Recognized by Porsche enthusiasts, concours judges, even the Porsche factory as a definitive guide to Porsche authenticity. Get a detailed look at the year-to-year changes in body, chassis, trim, and interior components. Virtually every part is described and photographed allowing owner and restorer to determine originality.

With the second edition The 911 and 912 Porsche, A Restorer's Guide to Authenticity II, author Brett Johnson has created the most comprehensive resource ever to guide you through all of the correct details associated with every model and variation of these fabulous sports cars.

Originally published by Floyd Clymer this is a faithful reproduction of the 1969 publication of that manual. By far the most comprehensive manual ever published for the 912 Porsche it includes complete technical data, service and maintenance information and comprehensive detailed instructions for the repair and overhaul of all major and minor mechanical and electrical components, making it an invaluable resource for collectors and restorers of these classic automobiles. There are separate sections that deal with the repair and overhaul procedures for the engine, ignition system, fuel system, clutch, transmission, rear suspension, steering, front suspension, brakes, heater, exhaust and emission control system plus a detailed electrical system section including wiring diagrams. There is a comprehensive chapter on routine service, maintenance and tune ups plus detailed technical specifications and maintenance charts. In addition, there is a separate section that includes a copy of the Factory Owner's Manual originally supplied with the car when it was new. This is a - must have - reference for any Porsche 912 enthusiast and would certainly assist in helping any potential purchaser better understand the inner workings prior purchasing of one of these classic automobiles. Out-of-print and unavailable for many years, this book is becoming increasingly more difficult to find on the secondary market and we are pleased to be able to offer this reproduction as a service to all Porsche enthusiasts worldwide.

Thirteen chapters plus appendices cover all aspects of 356 purchase, ownership, driving, and maintenance.

Born in the Bohemian town of Maffersdorf on September 3, 1875, Ferdinand Porsche displayed unparalleled automotive engineering genius from his earliest years. Following stellar work at Austro-Daimler, as well as with his own engineering firm, he formed his own automobile company after World War II, developing a line of sports cars which culminated in the fabled 911, the ultimate expression of Porsche’s original vision for the perfect sports car. The Complete Book of Porsche 911 provides a model-by-model overview for each year of the 911’s production, from the original 901 prototype to the current models. In addition to production cars, the book includes all of the factory's racing, prototype, and special-production cars illustrated with both current and archival photography. This book is the ultimate single-volume resource for the 911 aficionado.

This all-color collection guides owners of pre-1990 Porsche 911s through 101 carefully selected, weekend projects illustrated with step-by-step, full-color studio photography. Divided into three categories-performance, handling, and customization-the projects range from 30-minute maintenance projects to eight-hour performance modifications; each is accompanied by a handy chart indicating how much skill, cash, and time are needed to successfully complete the task. Author Wayne Dempsey also explains why the jobs should be undertaken and what kind of improved performance the owner can expect. An unprecedented book, and a great resource for everyone from casual enthusiasts to shop pros.

The transition from the 356 to the 901 has never before been documented as precisely as this - it is the purpose of this book to shed more light on this exceptional period, to describe the genesis of the 901. It goes to the very heart of the Porsche brand - to the creation of the 901, which rapidly transformed into the 911. Over the last 20 years, author Jürgen Lewandowski - whose personal library now amounts to more than 4,500 books - has initiated, written, and edited around 60 books on the history of the automobile and the development of new models. SELLING POINTS: *The true story of the link between the 356 and the 911, the legendary 901, which was officially never sold 51 colour and 118 b/w photographs