Porsche 996 GT3
Highlights
- 58.670 km
- 100% in original paint
- German vehicle with excellent history
Have you noticed how much talk there has been lately about the 996 GT3 in the Porsche scene? And with good reason, because the 996 GT3 plays a very significant and influential role in Porsche's history – it marks the beginning of a new era for the brand and, in particular, represents the link between road and racing models.
The 996 GT3 was the first model to officially bear the name "GT3."
The 996 GT3 was not developed by the series development department, but by Porsche Motorsport in Weissach – in other words, by the same engineers who also built the GT racing cars (such as the 911 GT3 R or RSR).
As a result, it was much more closely related to the racing cars than the regular 911 models, and many technical concepts originated directly from motorsport.
It is therefore safe to assume that this model will become increasingly sought-after in the coming years, with demand and price trends already pointing in this direction.
The GT3 used an air/water-cooled engine based on the legendary Hans Mezger engine, which was originally derived from the 911 GT1 Le Mans race car. This engine was considered extremely robust, high-revving, and "purist."
The 996 GT3 was consistently developed with the driver in mind:
A shorter manual transmission that allows revs of up to 8200 rpm and precise steering paired with racing chassis geometry.
It embodies the Porsche philosophy: lightweight construction, precision, and driving experience rather than excessive performance.
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