The creation of Porsche’s 991-generation 911 R was a direct result of the introduction of another 991 model: the GT3 RS. The earlier 997-generation 911 GT3 RS was one of the manufacturer’s most beloved creations, a lightweight, track-ready car that was also street-legal. This was the ultimate driver’s 911 of its era, and the car to which all modern 911 owners aspired. Only offered with a six-speed manual transmission, it held out against the ever-increasing popularity of automated manual and semi-automatic gearboxes in modern supercars, including the very well-engineered Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK gearbox).
With the 991 GT3 RS, Porsche essentially kept the same formula—but in the name of performance, the company replaced the beloved manual gearbox with PDK, not even leaving a manual gearbox as an option. There was no denying the superiority of the PDK on the track, with lightning-quick shift times and smooth gear changes, but Porsche’s faithful made their displeasure of not having a manual transmission available known.
Porsche heard its customers’ requests and in short order, it released a limited-edition 911 with the GT3 RS’ drivetrain…but fitted with a manual transmission. Dubbed the 911 R, it was introduced at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. While it was mechanically similar to the GT3 RS, it had a slightly different ethos. The 911 R received numerous changes to its suspension and steering; add in the six-speed manual gearbox, and this 911 was not about the fastest possible lap time, but rather, creating the most enjoyable driving experience possible.
This 2016 Porsche 911 R is finished in Black over Black/Tarpan Brown and is equipped with over $35,000 in options. These include the desirable single-mass flywheel with reinforced clutch, front axle lift system, black seatbelts, air conditioning, smoking package, light design package, Sport Chrono package, Bose surround sound system, authentic leather, carbon fiber floor mats with leather edging, illuminated personalized door sill guards in carbon fiber, custom tailoring option, Porsche communication management including navigation module, online services, wheels painted in Platinum Satin, LED headlights in Black with Porsche Dynamic Light System, SportDesign exterior mirror upper trim in carbon fiber, headlight cleaning system covers in exterior color, clear taillights, fuel cap with aluminum-look finish, windshield top tint, and aluminum model designation plaque. This 911 R was sold new through Carlsen Porsche in Redwood City, California to its first and only owner.
Designed to be the ultimate driver’s 911, the 911 R excels on the open road at speed, providing its fortunate driver and passenger with the performance one has come to expect from Porsche GT products, while retaining a playful soul and character—one that is inherently Porsche. A one-owner example, this 911 R is equipped with many desirable options. With fewer than 770 miles from new at time of cataloguing, it is ready to be enjoyed by its next owner.
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