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1965-1976

Porsche 912

Four-cylinder 911-bodied models, including the original 912 and the later 912E.

Generations & model years

Chassis codes remain prominent for experienced owners; plain-language names and complete model-year ranges keep the catalog approachable.

  1. 01
    Original 912

    The original four-cylinder 912 paired the early 911 body with a 356-derived engine.

    9121965-1969
  2. 02
    912 E

    A one-year US-market model combining the G-series 911 body with a Volkswagen-derived four-cylinder engine.

    9231976-1976

References

Source links and notes for the figures and claims on this page.

  1. factory document
    Porsche Klassik - 912 and 356, a sensitive transition

    Reports 30,745 original 912s built from 1965 through 1969 and 16,668 356 C Coupes built from 1963 through 1965.

  2. factory document
    The 912 E prototype

    Reports a one-year, US-only 912 E run of 2,099 cars.