Porsche Carrera GT

The vehicle in detail

First unveiled as a concept at the 2000 Paris Motor Show, the Porsche Carrera GT marked a dramatic shift in the company’s design and engineering philosophy. More extreme than any previous road model, the Carrera GT drew such overwhelming interest that Porsche committed to a limited production run beginning in 2003. Just 1,270 examples were built before production concluded in May 2006.

Visually distinct from the 911 lineage, the Carrera GT featured a low, purposeful shape with a clean front fascia, taut surfaces, and radiused wheel arches. The cabin combined carbon fiber, magnesium, and leather in a focused layout anchored by a central control console. A laminated beechwood shift knob paid homage to the 917 prototypes that claimed Porsche’s first overall wins at Le Mans in 1970 and 1971.

Technically, the Carrera GT broke new ground. It was the first production car to utilize a full carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) monocoque chassis, developed with the Italian aerospace supplier ATR Composites Group. A ground-effect underbody delivered meaningful downforce, while the pushrod suspension system, mounted inboard to reduce unsprung mass, used stainless-steel components for maximum precision.

At its core was a 5.7-liter V-10 developed for a shelved racing program. Positioned midship, the naturally aspirated engine produced 605 hp at 8,000 rpm and 435 lbs./ft. of torque at 5,750 rpm, channeled through a six-speed manual gearbox with a race-bred ceramic twin-plate clutch. Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) provided extraordinary stopping power with minimal rotational mass. Notably, the car was delivered without electronic stability control, an intentional decision reflecting Porsche’s confidence in its balance and driver feedback.

In its June 2004 test, Car and Driver recorded a 0–60 mph sprint in 3.5 seconds, 0–100 mph in 6.8 seconds, and a top speed of 205 mph. Reviewer Larry Webster wrote, “Ferdinand Porsche would be proud of the Carrera GT… The exotic $448,400, 605-hp Carrera GT revealed here is arguably the finest sports car the company has ever produced.”

This 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is finished in GT Silver Metallic over Dark Grey leather with black carpeting. One of 644 US-delivered examples, it was previously owned by a succession of New York-based collectors. According to records on file, paint protection film was applied to the front fascia in 2013. In October 2014, a full engine-out service was reported, addressing coils, water pump, fluids, and filters. In June 2016, the rear main seal and clutch were replaced, along with a routine service. The current owner acquired the Carrera GT in January 2017, with the car showing just 5,150 miles at the time.

Under current ownership, the Carrera GT has continued to receive careful maintenance. An annual service was performed in January 2022, followed by a new battery in January 2024. In September 2024, the clutch was measured at 30.54 mm, just below the factory-new specification of 31.15 mm and well above the 28.00 mm wear limit, underscoring the car’s careful use and mechanical integrity.

In March 2025, Park Place Porsche in Dallas carried out the factory recall to address flaws in the spherical joints of the wishbone suspension. Updated components were installed, and the car received a full inspection. As part of the same service campaign, a new set of Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, developed specifically for the Carrera GT, was fitted. These modern tires improve grip and safety, offering quicker lap times and reinforcing Porsche’s commitment to the model two decades after launch.

Since 2017, this Carrera GT has been selectively driven and thoughtfully shown, including an exhibition at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering in Carmel, California, in August 2024, highlighting its continued appeal and presentation quality. Under current ownership, approximately 2,500 miles have been added, bringing the total to 7,652 miles at the time of cataloguing. It is offered with its original books, battery tender, service records, and a seven-piece leather luggage set, including a travel bag, briefcase, shoulder bag, suit bag, center console bag, and two tool rolls.

As one of the last great analog supercars, the Carrera GT delivers unmatched driver engagement and technical brilliance. For the discerning Porsche collector, this well-preserved and properly maintained example presents a rare opportunity to acquire a true icon of modern performance motoring.