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Porsche’s First Front-Engined Sports Car Helped Save The Brand

AUTO BLOG·May 24 ago·3 min read
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Porsche may be one of the biggest brands in the world these days, but in the '70s, it was at a crossroads. Sure, the 911 was pulling its weight, and the 914 was doing well on its own. However, the lineup was aging, and the oil crisis didn't help matters. Porsche needed a new car that not only could …

Porsche may be one of the biggest brands in the world these days, but in the '70s, it was at a crossroads. Sure, the 911 was pulling its weight, and the 914 was doing well on its own. However, the lineup was aging, and the oil crisis didn't help matters. Porsche needed a new car…

Porsche may be one of the biggest brands in the world these days, but in the '70s, it was at a crossroads. Sure, the 911 was pulling its weight, and the 914 was doing well on its own. However, the lineup was aging, and the oil crisis didn't help matters. Porsche needed a new car that not only could …

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