There are no official Euro NCAP crash test results, but the Targa comes with driver and passenger, front, side and head airbags, a sophisticated electronic stability control called PSM (or Porsche Stability Management) and some of the best brakes in the business. These can be further upgraded to carbon-composite for the very ultimate in braking capability.

They aren’t cheap though at more than £5,000. The body has been strengthened to take account of the lack of metal in the roof, and includes special reinforcing to protect in the event of a roll-over.

Unlike the Coupe, Targa models get an opening hatchback, giving better access to the rear seats which can be quickly converted into a luggage shelf. This makes it the most practical 911. The front boot has 105 litres of space (30 litres less than the Carrera and Carrera S) but it’s quite deep. You can expect to fit a suitcase in the back and an overnight bag in the front.