Each with start number 40
on April 25, 2008 GP Spain
on July 17, 2008 GP Germany
on September 12, 2008 GP Italy
The drivers were:
Antonio Coimbra
Neel Jani
Albert von Thurn and Taxis
The vehicle was then used for a few VIP taxi rides by Porsche AG and sold with around 70 operating hours.
According to Porsche, an engine overhaul is due after around 100 operating hours.
The vehicle had no significant accidents or damage and is therefore the ideal collector's item.
Before it was sold to the current owner, the complete ceramic brake system was replaced. (approx. €27,000.00)
The vehicle has been in a collection since it was purchased and has only been used sporadically.
Before delivery, all fluids are changed and an inspection is carried out, so the vehicle is “ready for rollout”.
Porsche 911 GT3 CUP 997 2008 VIP #40
The new Porsche 911 GT3 Cup starts the 2008 motorsport season with an increased output of 420 hp. The new Cup vehicle is the vehicle used in the Porsche Mobil1 Supercup, as well as in the national Porsche Carrera Cups and the GT3 Cup Challenges worldwide. 265 examples of the near-production racing car developed in Weissach will be built on the production line in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen this year. That is a new record.
The most noticeable change compared to last year's model is the new rear section, which is based on the production model and was added for thermal reasons. The 3.6-liter six-cylinder boxer engine, which is also based on the series, now produces 420 hp; 20 hp more than the previous model. The gear ratio-optimized sequential six-speed transmission with interruption of traction enables upshifts at full throttle without using the clutch. The operating weight of 1,150 kilograms enables a power-to-weight ratio of 2.7 kilograms per horsepower.
The 26 for the Porsche Mobil1 Supercup are thanks to a special braking system – the
Porsche ceramic composite brake PCCB (Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake) – 20kg lighter again and also equipped with a slightly more robust-sounding exhaust system.
The racing cars used worldwide in the Carrera Cup, on the other hand, have steel brake discs.
The technical data of the car are as follows:
engine
Water-cooled six-cylinder boxer engine; 3,598 cc; stroke 76.4mm; Bore 99.98mm diameter; 420 hp (309 kW); max. torque 420 Nm; max. speed 8,400 rpm; four-valve technology; dry sump lubrication; two-stage resonance intake manifold; central air intake; electronic engine management MS 3.1; fuel injection (multi-point, sequential); Fuel quality: 98 RON Superplus unleaded; Racing exhaust system with controlled catalytic converter (400 cells); Rear silencer with double tailpipes in a central arrangement; special exhaust tailpipes for use in the Porsche Mobil1 Supercup.
Power transmission
Six-speed transmission with sequential dog gearshift; pressure oil lubrication; oil-water heat exchanger; single mass flywheel; hydraulic central clutch release; 5.5-inch three-disc sintered metal clutch; limited slip differential 40/60%; Rear axle drive.
body
Self-supporting body made of hot-dip galvanized steel; aerodynamically optimized front fairing with front spoiler; Doors with pane frames made of CFRP and plastic mirrors; Trunk lid with adjustable rear wing made of CFRP; Rear fairing made of CFRP; air lifting system; welded roll cage; Racing bucket seat (driver's side only) with flame-retardant seat cover material; Six-point safety belt adapted for use with the HANS (Head And Neck Support) head and neck protection system; electric fire extinguishing system; 90 liter fuel tank; Safety bar for battery fixation.
landing gear
Front axle: McPherson strut axle; Sachs gas pressure shock absorbers; double coil springs (main and additional spring); camber-adjustable front axle control arms; adjustable blade stabilizer; reinforced front axle cross member with 6-point attachment and double clamping; Power steering with electro-hydraulic pressure supply. Rear axle: Multi-link rear axle with rigidly suspended axle carrier; Sachs gas pressure shock absorbers; double coil springs (main and additional spring); camber-adjustable rear axle control arms; Rear axle tie rod reinforced and infinitely adjustable; adjustable sword stabilizer. Overall chassis continuously adjustable (height, camber, track).
Brake system
Brake system with balance beam balance regulation. Front axle: One-piece six-piston aluminum fixed calipers; Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB), internally ventilated, 380 mm diameter; Racing brake pads. Rear axle: One-piece four-piston aluminum fixed calipers; Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB), internally ventilated, 350 mm diameter; Racing brake pads.
Rims/tires
Front axle: Three-piece BBS alloy wheels (9J x 18); ET 43 with central lock; Michelin rain tires (24/64-18). Rear Axle: Three-piece BBS alloy wheels (11J x 18); ET 30 with central lock; Michelin rain tires (27/68-18).
2008 
