Images: Porsche 997.I 911 Targa (2006-08)
Released in November 2006, the Porsche 997 Series I (997.I) 911 Targa was based on the 911 Coupe but fitted with folding tailgate and an upward-lifting rear window which could be retracted by up to half a metre. The Targa 4 was available in a standard and ‘S’ edition, powered by 3.6- and 3.8-litre horizontally opposed (or flat) six cylinder petrol engines, respectively… Read full Porsche 997 911 Targa review
Images: Porsche 997.II 911 Targa (2008-12)
Released in October 2008, the Porsche 997 Series II (997.II) 911 Targa introduced direct-injection engines, a seven-speed double-clutch transmission (Porsche’s PDK or Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe) and cosmetic updates. The direct-injection engines were more powerful, lighter, had greater structural rigidity and 40 per cent fewer moving parts due to new timing chain technology and one-piece cylinder heads. The suspension also featured revised spring, damper and anti-roll bar settings, including an additional stop spring on the front and rear axles. The Porsche 997.II 911 Targa could be identified by its new front and rear bumpers, larger front air intakes, new front light units above the air intakes, daytime LED running lights, LED brake lights and a full-length rear reflector between the tail-lights. Inside, there was a third-generation Porsche Communications Management (PCM) system, featuring a bigger 6.5-inch touchscreen.
