Glossary / Transmission

G50 transmission

8 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

It’s a gearbox that lets you change gears in a Porsche 911; people like it because it feels good to drive.

Technical Definition

The G50 is a manual gearbox used in Porsche 911 models from the mid-1980s to early 1990s, prized for its smooth shifting and durability.

Hear It Discussed

"And it's a super rare car to have that transmission with that turbo look body."
Ask Us Anything: Part 4 — The Carmudgeon Show with Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep. 199 The Carmudgeon Show 14:32

"...Transmissions. Okay. But not, you know, it's G 50. Transmission. Transmission is great. Yeah. That's good..."
It Sucks, But I Kinda Like It! - DWA! Podcast Ep. #918 Driving While Awesome 38:25

"I also don't buy into this 3-2 Carrera it's got to have a G-50 transmission..."
The All Porsche Episode: Our Favorites, Best Buys and More Bloomberg Hot Pursuit! 43:31