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The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera is a 2-door coupe equipped with a 3.6L V6 engine delivering 345 hp. It features front and curtain airbags for both the driver and passenger, along with thorax airbags. Manufactured in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen, Germany, this model offers both 2WD and 4WD options. The vehicle falls under the Class 1C weight category, with a GVWR ranging from 4,012 to 4,189 lbs.

Decoded VIN:

Make

PORSCHE

Manufacturer Name

DR. ING. H.C.F. PORSCHE AG

Model

911

Model Year

2012

Plant City

STUTTGART-ZUFFENHAUSEN

Series

Carrera

Trim

Carrera (2WD), Carrera 4 (4WD)

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

GERMANY

Plant Company Name

Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen

Series2

Type 997

Note

GVWR: (2WD) 4,012 - 4,079 lbs. (4WD) 4,123 - 4,189 lbs.

Body Class

Coupe

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

3600.0

Displacement (CI)

219.68547874103

Displacement (L)

3.6

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Engine Brake (hp) From

345

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Thorax Airbag

Curtain Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type

Direct

Most common problems:

Oil leaks

Porsche 911 engines are known for developing oil leaks, particularly around the valve covers and oil pan gasket.

Coolant leaks

The coolant system can develop leaks, often around the water pump or radiator, leading to potential overheating issues.

Ims bearing failure

The intermediate shaft (IMS) bearing can fail, particularly in models before 2009, but it's still a concern for some 2012 models.

High oil consumption

Some Porsche 911 engines are known to consume more oil than average, requiring frequent top-ups.

Carbon buildup

Direct injection engines, like the one in the 911, can suffer from carbon buildup on the intake valves, affecting performance and fuel economy.

Coil pack failure

Ignition coil packs can fail, causing misfires and rough running.

Timing chain tensioner failure

The timing chain tensioner can wear out or fail, leading to potential engine damage if not addressed.

Cracked cylinder liners

Some 911 engines can develop cracks in the cylinder liners, leading to loss of compression and expensive repairs.

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