In Pixar’s Cars, what Porsche model is Sally Carrera, the lawyer of Radiator Springs?

Sally Carrera in Pixar’s Cars is a Porsche 911 Carrera.

Sally is Radiator Springs’ town attorney and motel owner. Her sleek blue design is based on the Porsche 911, one of the best-known sports-car families in automotive history. The surname Carrera also refers to Porsche’s Carrera performance branding and connects her name to the car’s identity.

The Porsche 911 began production in 1964 and uses a rear-mounted, horizontally opposed engine. Sally’s exact animated appearance is associated with the 996-generation 911, produced from 1997 through 2005. Pixar adapted the design into a friendly character while retaining recognizable Porsche proportions and details.

Sally is sometimes described simply as a Porsche, but the more specific answer is Porsche 911 Carrera. She is also not the same model as a Porsche 356, an earlier sports car that influenced Porsche’s history. Her character combines modern sports-car styling with an important role in the town’s legal and business life.