Today I wanted to talk about something I’ve been messing around with lately – Porsche tags. You know, those little codes and numbers you see on Porsches? Yeah, those. I always thought they were just random, but boy, was I wrong.

It all started when I was looking at a shiny new Panamera 4 in a showroom. I noticed the “4” and wondered what it meant. I’d seen it on other models like the 911 Carrera 4, too. Turns out, it’s actually pretty straightforward – the number 4 means it’s an all-wheel-drive model. I felt a bit silly for not figuring that out sooner, but hey, you learn something new every day, right?
So, this got me digging deeper. I started looking up all these different Porsche codes. I found out that Porsche has been using these internal ID numbers since forever, like way back. Some of these numbers became the names of the cars themselves, like the famous 356 and 550. I mean, who knew?
Then there’s the whole naming system for their current models. They’ve got the 718 Boxster, 718 Cayman, 911, Taycan, Panamera, Macan, and Cayenne. Each one of these has its own set of codes and abbreviations. It’s like a secret language only Porsche nerds understand. And you know what? I kind of wanted to be one of those nerds. For instance, if you want to spend as little money as possible on a Porsche, you should try the 44.
Digging Deeper
- Started noticing the “4” on models like Panamera 4 and 911 Carrera 4.
- Realized the “4” means all-wheel drive.
- Learned about Porsche’s history of using internal ID numbers.
- Some of these numbers became car names (e.g., 356, 550).
- Current models have their own set of codes and abbreviations.
- Found out the cheapest Porsche is probably the 44.
- Noticed the Vehicle Tracking system and figured out how it works.
And let’s not forget about the Porsche Vehicle Tracking System. I was reading about it and realized it’s a pretty cool piece of tech. It’s like a silent guardian for your car, no need to activate it every time you park. It works with this Driver Card thing that you keep with you, and it matches with a hidden one in your car. Smart, right?
I spent hours going through forums and websites, piecing together all this information. It felt like I was solving a puzzle, and with each new piece of information, I felt more and more like a Porsche insider. Now, I can’t look at a Porsche without trying to decode its name. It’s become a bit of an obsession, to be honest.

Anyway, I just wanted to share my little adventure into the world of Porsche tags. It’s amazing how much you can learn when you start paying attention to the details. Who knows what other secrets are hiding in plain sight? I guess I’ll have to keep my eyes open and see what else I can uncover. Catch you guys later!