The 992.2 is the second series of Porsche's current 911 generation, revealed in 2024 with deliveries beginning in late 2024 and into 2025. Norev has chosen the Cabriolet body in Blue Metallic, an authentic factory paint option from the Porsche catalogue, for this 1:18 die-cast release — the label's most up-to-date representation of the open-top 911 at this scale.
The 992.2: Stuttgart's Facelifted Flagship Cabriolet
Introduced officially in 2024, the 992.2 generation refines the standard 992 with a revised front bumper, updated OLED tail-lights, and a mildly hybridised powertrain on selected variants. The 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged flat-six produces approximately 394 hp in standard Carrera tune and is paired with an 8-speed PDK. Crucially, the rear-engine architecture — flat-six behind the rear axle — remains the defining Porsche 911 trait it has been since 1963.
Blue Metallic is a standard production paint option offered by Porsche across the 992.2 Carrera range, not a special edition or limited-run finish. Metallic blue tones have appeared in Porsche's 911 colour catalogue across multiple generations, making this a historically grounded choice. For collectors who prioritise authentic, catalogue-correct liveries over commemorative schemes, it represents exactly the kind of specification a customer would have ordered at a dealership in 2025.
The Norev 1:18 Die-Cast in Detail
Norev produces this model in die-cast metal at 1:18, the scale that remains the benchmark for road-car collectors seeking shelf presence and surface detail in one format. This release depicts the Cabriolet body style, which distinguishes it clearly from the Coupe sibling and completes the 992.2 Carrera open-top story. As Norev's current-generation 911 Cabriolet at 1:18, it fills a specific and recent gap in the die-cast 911 catalogue.
Placing It in the Collection
This model sits naturally alongside other Norev 1:18 road-car releases — including the 992.1 Carrera Cabriolet and 911 Targa 4 — as well as Minichamps and Spark road-car series at the same scale. A Blue Metallic open-top 911 also pairs well with earlier-generation Porsche cabriolet models, allowing collectors to trace the 911's roof-down evolution across decades on a single shelf. The 992.2 date of 2024–2025 makes it the most recent chapter in that sequence.
Frequently asked questions
What generation is the 992.2 Carrera Cabriolet?
The 992.2 is the facelifted second series of the current 992-generation 911, officially revealed in 2024 with deliveries beginning in late 2024 and into 2025. It features a revised front bumper, updated OLED tail-lights, and a mildly hybridised powertrain on certain variants.
Who makes this 1:18 scale model and what material is it?
The model is made by Norev and is produced in die-cast metal at 1:18 scale.
Is Blue Metallic an authentic Porsche factory colour?
Yes. Blue Metallic is a standard production paint option in Porsche's catalogue for the 992.2 Carrera range, not a special or exclusive finish.
How does this Cabriolet differ from the Coupe version?
The Cabriolet features an open convertible body style in place of the fixed roof of the Coupe, representing a distinct variant within the 992.2 Carrera range. Norev produces both body styles separately at 1:18 scale.
