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Porsche 959 marks 40 years as a legendary high-performance icon
The Porsche 959 is marking 40 years since its market introduction, maintaining its status as a legendary model in automotive history. When it was released in 1986, it held the title of the world's fastest production car, capable of reaching top speeds of 317 km/h.
Known for its advanced technology that was ahead of its time, the 959 featured a sophisticated technical package hidden beneath a design reminiscent of the 911. At the time of its release, the vehicle cost approximately 420,000 D-Mark. Due to its exclusivity, only 292 units were produced. The car originally had its world premiere in September 1983 at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt.
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Frankfurt · Porsche · Porsche 959 · Porsche Museum · Zuffenhausen
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The car's launch price was approximately 420,000 D-Mark. www.fehmarn24.de · www.kurierverlag.de
- [● 2 SOURCES] Only 292 units of the Porsche 959 were produced. www.fehmarn24.de · www.kurierverlag.de
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Porsche 959 reached a top speed of 317 km/h. www.fehmarn24.de · www.kurierverlag.de · www.saarbruecker-zeitung.de
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Porsche 959 was the fastest production car in the world upon its 1986 market release. www.fehmarn24.de · www.kurierverlag.de · www.saarbruecker-zeitung.de
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Porsche 959 had its world premiere in September 1983 at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt. www.fehmarn24.de · www.kurierverlag.de · www.saarbruecker-zeitung.de