Spotlight on the roll-bar convertible: Get ready for the book dedicated exclusively to the most creative body variant of the Porsche 911. What began in the 1960s as a clever response to rising safety concerns quickly became a brand in its own right - the archetype of a new vehicle category. At the same time, Targa was an idea that went far beyond technology and design from the very beginning: a statement about the balance between freedom and support. A striking roll bar frames the freedom, while the removable roof opens it up.
Porsche Targa explores the motivation behind the concept, reveals its origins, follows the evolution of eight generations of the 911, and traces how the Targa idea was transferred to its sibling models - the 914, the Carrera GT and the 918 Spyder. We dig deep into the archives, celebrate period color and style, and browse historical albums from the Targa Florio endurance race - the namesake inspiration for what was once marketed as a "safety convertible".
Porsche Targa is a sophisticated reference work, created in collaboration with the Porsche Museum.
Porsche Targa sheds light on the motivation behind the body concept, reveals the development process, takes through the evolution of seven generations of 911 and shows the transfer of the Targa idea to its brand colleagues 914, Carrera GT and 918 Spyder.
For the first time, a book is dedicated to what is probably the most creative body variant of the iconic Porsche 911 sports car. What began as a clever reaction to an increased need for safety in the 1960s quickly became a brand in its own right, the original term for a new type of vehicle.
Porsche Targa sheds light on the motivation behind the body concept, reveals the development process, takes through the evolution of seven generations of 911 and shows the transfer of the Targa idea to its brand colleagues 914, Carrera GT and 918 Spyder. We dig deep into the archives, celebrate contemporary coloring, browse through historical photo albums of the Targa Florio endurance race - the inspiration for the name of the sports car once advertised as a “safety cabriolet”.
Historical design sketches and photos, highly aesthetic imagery and elaborate productions provide in-depth yet entertaining insights into the impressive history of this special Porsche.
Porsche Targa is a sophisticatedly-designed standard work. Colorful and cheerful - like the Targa itself.
