Porsche 991.2 GT3

The 991.2 generation of Porsche’s GT3 brought about a number of welcome changes over its predecessor. Porsche heard the cries of the marque’s faithful, and rather than offer the PDK transmission as the only option, a manual gearbox was made available as a no-cost option. This example is specified with MTYP/Option code 486, the six-speed GT Sport manual transmission. The 991.2’s new 4.0-liter engine was derived from the GT3 Cup cars and produces 500 bhp to match the output of the 991.1 GT3 RS, thanks in part to a new crankshaft and valve gear. Slightly revised aerodynamics, including an all-new diffuser, means that the downforce produced equals that of the 997-generation GT3 RS. Further increasing its track-day credentials are active engine mounts, rear-axle steering, and a limited-slip differential, all offered as standard equipment.

Since leaving Porsche’s facilities in Stuttgart, the GT3 has traveled just under 2,000 miles from new and presents in excellent condition both inside and out. Furthermore, the car is protected with a full PPF. Of the modern crop of Porsche GT cars, those boasting paint-to-sample color schemes have proven to be the most desirable. With an attractive historic Arrow Blue color and stripe hearkening to the legendary 997 RS 4.0, there is no doubt that this would be an incredible car to drive and enjoy, boasting an enviable host of options that add to its overall driving experience, namely its manual gearbox. This GT3 was displayed for six months in the Porsche Experience Center gallery at the North American headquarters, where the owner collected a number of signatures under the hood from Porsche Classic manager Ray Shaffer, PCNA president Klaus Zellmer, and the legendary Carrera GT designer Tony Hatter.