When you think of the "Porsche 911" what will usually come to mind for Porsche enthusiasts is quality, stability and lots of history. The 911 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Porsche line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 2008 model is no exception. The Porsche 911 falls into the coupe for the family category.

2008 Porsche 911 Targa 4 Specs

The 911 Targa 4 is equipped with a Porsche 3.6 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a N/A 5-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Porsche.

The fuel system for the 2008 911 is a Bosch ME-7.8 design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 16.90 gallons.

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.

Statistics

The 911 is 175.60 inches long, 71.20 inches wide, and 51.20 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 92.50 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $83,800, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

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.

Fuel Efficiency

The 911 Targa 4 received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and 24 - 25 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

Parting Shots

The 2008 model year was very successful for the Porsche 911. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Targa 4 version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

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