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Old Dec 18, 2011 | 10:46 AM
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997 1st or 2nd Generation

Hello All,
I am new a new porsche owner 2008 997s. How do I know if my car is a 1st or 2nd generation? What is the difference?
Thank you,
Jeff
 
Old Dec 18, 2011 | 10:56 AM
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It is a 997.1
 
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It is a 997.1
which means 1st generation....

lots of threads on difference but most important is the second generation; 997.2 has a DFI engine
 
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2005-2008 = 997.1 (First Generation)
2009-2012 = 997.2 (Second Generation)

Gongratulations on your Porsche purchase and Welcome to the board.

Now post some pics of your car
 
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