First Impressions of the Porsche 911 for 2004
A high point in the coupe market is the Porsche 911. In 2004 Porsche released an upgraded version of the 911 with six versions: 40th Anniversary Edition, Carrera 4S, GT2, GT3, and Turbo. Sales for the 911, especially the 911 Carrera 4S, were brisk during 2004 and 2005. The improved reliability and the sporty styling were responsible for the sales boost.
Porsche 911 Engine Specs
Standard equipment in the 911 for 2003 and 2004 includes the 3.6 liter engine by Porsche, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twenty four valves. A 6-speed Standard Transaxle puts the power of the engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Coupe arena.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The 911 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
The fuel system for the 2004 911 is a Bosch Motronic system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 16.90-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the 911 Carrera 4S are 72.00 inches wide by 174.60 inches long. It sits 51.00 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 92.50 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The standard warranty period for the 911 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 48 months or 50,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $89,800 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $78,445. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
MPG Ratings
The 2004 911 gets 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is subpar for a coupe car.
In 2003 and 2004 the 911 Carrera 4S was availble in the exterior colors of GT Silver Metallic.
What We Think of the Porsche 911
The 2003 model began the promise of the Porsche 911. The 2004 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Porsche hopes that the 911 Carrera 4S will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
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