The Porsche 911 has been in continuous production since it was introduced in 1963. This is the story of the sports car, from the aluminium-bodied 356 models hand built just after the World War II, from which the 911 evolved, right through to a preview of the high-tech 2002 models. Topics covered include: the birth of the 911, early problems and progress; engine developments, the evolution of the transmission, handling, safety, and body developments; new running gear for the 964 and 993 series; the 911 in motor sport; Porsche genealogy for production and racing models, external identification points, and principal dimensions; evolution of the flat-six engine, which became water-cooled in 1998; and the new 911 model line-up including the hatchback-style Targa and the wide-bodied Carrera 4S expected for spring 2002.