1978 Porsche 911 Targa
Final year for the standard 911 designation before SC consolidation in 1979. Continued with 3.0L engine producing 180 hp. Next year would see introduction of 911 SC nameplate.
9118513121
Classic 911 Sports Car (last year before SC)
Engine
Targa
Body
Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen, Germany
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1978 Porsche 911
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Model Identifier | 911 | 911 |
| Year Code | 8 | 1978 |
| Variant Code | 5 | 5 |
| Submodel Code | 1 | Targa |
| Serial Number | 3121 | 3121 |
Basic Information
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1978
Body StyleTarga
ManufacturerPorsche
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
EngineClassic 911 Sports Car (last year before SC)
Cylinders6
Displacement3.0L
Horsepower180 HP
ConfigurationFlat-6
Fuel SystemBosch K-Jetronic Fuel Injection
Transmission5-speed manual
Assembly PlantStuttgart-Zuffenhausen, Germany
Pattern SourcePorsche
Confidence95%