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Free Porsche 911 (901) VIN Decoder

Decode your Porsche 911 (901) VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 5 variants (1964–1973). No registration.

1964–1973 5 variants Coupe Petrol
Porsche 911 (901)
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Porsche 911 (901) specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each 911 (901) variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.4L S 5MT (190 HP) 1964–1973 Petrol 2.3 L 188 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
2.0L S 5MT (160 HP) 1964–1973 Petrol 2.0 L 158 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
2.2L E 5MT (155 HP) 1964–1973 Petrol 2.2 L 153 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
2.0L E 5MT (140 HP) 1964–1973 Petrol 2.0 L 138 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
2.0L 5MT (140 HP) 1964–1973 Petrol 2.0 L 129 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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Other 911 generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Other Porsche models

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Porsche 911 (901) VIN FAQ

What does a Porsche 911 (901) VIN tell you?+
A Porsche 911 (901) VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Porsche 911 (901)?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Porsche 911 (901) made?+
Our database covers the Porsche 911 (901) for model years 1964–1973, across 5 variants.
Is the Porsche 911 (901) VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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