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The rear 3/4 view of a white-with-red-decals 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 on a track

Why Is the Base Porsche 911 Called ‘Carrera’?

Originally, the base Porsche 911 wasn't called the Carrera. That was originally a higher-end trim named in honor of Porsche's success at the Carrera Panamericana. But after the 911 was almost killed off, the name reappeared as part of a rejuvenation campaign. And the 911 Carrera has been the base trim ever since.