Second Generation (2009-)
The 997 was revised in 2008 for the 2009 model year. The updated Porsche 911 (called 997 Gen II internally at Porsche) included following changes:
- A revised suspension
- A revised front bumper with larger air intakes
- Headlamps with newly optional dual HID projectors, a new LED taillamp shape, and LED turnsignals
- New direct injection engines with redesigned Porsche Sport Exhaust (PSE)
- Redesigned PCM system with optional touch-screen hard-drive navigation
- Tiptronic S option was replaced by PDK (Porsche Doppelkupplung) 7-speed dual clutch transmission.
Production began at late 2008. Pricing was increased from the 997, Gen I; the base Carrera model is set to start at US$ 76,300 for North American buyers.
Initially available models include coupe and cabriolet versions of Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera S and Carrera 4S. The car was unveiled at the Paris Auto Show in September 2008.
On June 6, 2008, these changes to the Porsche 911 were revealed on the Porsche website. The Turbo will have to wait until the Frankfurt show in September, thereafter the Turbo-based GT2 will be updated.
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