THE HIDDEN GEM

Launched in August 1991 for the 1992 model year, the 968 included a claimed eighty percent new parts and design when compared to the outgoing 944. Even so, lineage back to the 924 of 1976 was clear to see — the basic profile and window silhouette from the 968’s curvaceous wheel arches upwards was obviously inherited from the first model to be listed in Porsche’s transaxle range. Keen to forge a ‘family resemblance’ between its then available range of cars, however, the manufacturer introduced 928-style visible headlamps to the 968, retaining the 944’s pop-up functionality when activated.

The 944’s wide rear quarters also remained, but were joined by more integrated bumpers, smoother lines and gently curved wings. Neat touches included wing junctions reflecting those of the 993, as well as door handles and mirrors shared with the same 911 (they debuted on the