Welcome

Pleasantly, it looks like life might soon be returning back to normal – a new normal, granted, but there’s nevertheless plenty of exciting news coming out of Zuffenhausen to fill the 911 enthusiast with a tank full of optimism. No sooner had Porsche AG announced its factories at Leipzig and (crucially for the 911) Zuffenhausen would reopen, with production of its sports cars resuming, Porsche GB also announced a three-month extension on new car warranties for any customers whose warranties expired in the period of 1 March to 31 May.

Then, just as Total 911 was sending this very issue to print, news filtered through that the 992 Targa is officially on its way: the new roll-hoop 911 is available to order immediately, with first deliveries set for the autumn. European customers can now also order their 992s with stick shift, and swan-necked

GT3 mules have once again been pounding the asphalt over at the Nordschleife. A flash of excitement is most welcome and, reliably, it’s once again 911-shaped…

With restrictive measures easing for many of us, the open road has never been more alluring than it is right now. For me, a drive really does soothe the soul. It’s a time to think, a time to relax, a time to escape. In our new world, such recreation will become even more special for us all – and I hope this classic themed issue will suitably inspire you to undertake a memorable drive in your Neunelfer…

“A flash of excitement is most welcome and, reliably, it’s once again 911-shaped…”