Interesting Facts About the Porsche 911 996
The Porsche 996 marks the fifth generation of the iconic 911 sports car, produced from 1997 until 2006. It introduced two distinct sub‑generations and saw several notable upgrades during its run.
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Production Span and Generation
The 996 was manufactured by Porsche from 1997 through 2006, making it the fifth generation of the 911 lineage. After its six‑year run, it was succeeded by the next generation of the model.
Two Sub‑Generations: Mark One and Dot 2
The 996 is split into two distinct sub‑generations. The "Mark One" or 996.1 models were built from 1998 until the end of 2001, while the later "dot 2" models received a facelift and began after the 2002 model year.
Performance Milestones – GT3 and Engine Upgrade
In 1999 Porsche introduced the 911 GT3 (type 996), the first time the legendary GT3 badge appeared on a 911. The 2002 rework increased engine displacement to 3,596 cc and boosted power to 320 PS, and the 911 Targa also received updates during this period.
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