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Porsche 997 GT3 RS 4.0

Coupé, 2011

Highlights

Number 42 of 600 produced
Less than 13,000 km from new
Outfitted with sport seats, roll cage, and white wheels

2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 – RM Sotheby’s

For the 997-generation 911, Porsche truly saved its best efforts for last, and the GT3 RS 4.0 was the culmination of years of testing on the open road and in the crucible of motorsport. Its engine was the most powerful normally aspirated flat-six built by Porsche at the time of its unveiling, producing 500 bhp at 8,250 rpm along with 339 foot-pounds of torque. This was thanks to a new intake manifold, new higher-flow air filters within carbon-fibre housings, less restrictive catalytic converters to reduce exhaust back pressure, Variocam-Plus variable valve timing, and a two-stage variable induction system. Even though the standard GT3 RS was certainly on a diet, Porsche managed to find a way to trim another 10 kilograms from its overall weight by fitting carbon-fibre front fenders and trunk lid along with titanium connecting rods and lighter interior trim, making it truly a thrill to drive.

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The vehicle in detail

To many enthusiasts at the time, this was the ultimate iteration of the most radical, road-going Porsche 911 and a car to be treasured for years to come, with its status as a future collectible being almost certain. Porsche produced 600 of these cars (this car being number 42) that were delivered to loyal Porsche customers who eagerly purchased this very special high-performance Porsche. This GT3 RS 4.0 car is finished attractively in white with the standard livery of grey stripes offset by the optional white wheels. Inside, this 911 GT3 RS 4.0 is trimmed strikingly in Alcantara with red sport seat inserts. The steering wheel, door panels, dashboard, steering column trim, and gear shifter are also trimmed in black leather and accented in red, as well as beautifully contrasting with red stitching throughout. Additionally, it is equipped with a fire extinguisher and a rollbar finished in white.

The final iteration of the 997 generation of 911s, the GT3 RS 4.0 is a must-have automobile in all respects, combining the sheer character that the model has become known for with groundbreaking performance. With less than 13,000 km since new, this rare collectible remains in pristine condition and presents beautifully, checking all the proverbial boxes for desirability, and will be a highlight in any great Porsche collection.

Specifications

Year of construction:	2011
Model:	997 GT3 RS 4.0
Body:	Coupé
Series:	997
Mileage:	13000 km
Power:	500 HP
Cylinder capacity:	4 Liter
Steering:	left
Transmission:	Manual

Drive:	Rear drive
Interior material:	Fabric/Leather combination
Interior color:	Red
Exterior color:	White
Matching numbers:	yes
New / used:	Used car
Ready to drive:	yes
Car location:	Germany