| The 968 is a sports car sold by Porsche
AG from 1992 to 1995. It took over the entry-level position in
Porsche's lineup from the 944, with which it shared about 20%
of its parts. The 968 became the final model in an evolving line,
starting almost 20 years earlier with the introduction of the
Porsche 924 and ending with the Turbo S, Turbo RS, and Turbo RS
Lemans, which are three separate versions of the 968.
The 968 was powered by an updated version of the 944's straight-4
engine, now displacing 3.0 L and producing 240 PS (236 hp/177
kW). Changes to the 968's powertrain also included the addition
of Porsche's then-new VarioCam variable valve timing system,
newly-optimized induction and exhaust systems, a dual-mass flywheel,
and updated engine management electronics among other more minor
revisions. The 968's engine was the second-largest 4-cylinder
ever offered in a production car up to that time. A new 6-speed
manual transmission replaced the 944's old 5-speed, and Porsche's
dual-mode Tiptronic automatic became an available option. Both
the Variocam timing system and Tiptronic transmission were very
recent developments for Porsche. The Tiptronic transmission
had debuted for the first time ever only 3 years prior to the
debut of the 968, on the 1989 Type 964 911. The Variocam timing
system was first introduced on the 968 and would later become
a feature of the Type 993 air cooled six cylinder engine.
1994 Porsche 968 cabriolet, top down and lights upThe 968's
styling was an evolution on that of the outgoing 944, itself
styled evolutionarily from the earlier 924, but elements were
borrowed from the more expensive 928 model in an attempt to
create a "family resemblance" between models, and
the swooping headlamp design, inspired by those of the 959,
previewed similar units found later on the Type 993 911. Along
with the new styling, the 968 featured numerous small equipment
and detail upgrades, including a Fuba roof-mounted antenna,
updated single lens tail lamps, "Cup" style 16"
alloy wheels, a wider selection of interior and exterior colors,
and a slightly updated "B" pillar and rear quarter
window to accommodate adhesive installation to replace the older
rubber gasket installation. Because some parts are interchangeable
between the 968, 944 and 924, some enthusiasts purchase those
parts from Porsche parts warehouses as "upgrades"
for their older models.
Like the 944, the 968 was sold as both a coupe and a convertible.
Much of the 968's chassis was carried over from the 944S2, which
in itself shared many components with the 944 Turbo (internally
numbered 951). Borrowed components include the Brembo-sourced
4-piston brake calipers on all four wheels, aluminum semi-trailing
arms and aluminum front A-arms, used in a Macpherson strut arrangement.
The steel unibody structure was also very similar to that of
the previous models. Porsche maintained that 80% of the car
was new.
This car has the very convenient Tiptronic gearbox and only
54.000 km's from, well maintained. Very special Viola paint
with light crème leather.
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