Supercar Driver takes a rare, high-mileage Porsche Carrera GT — showing an astonishing 66,000 miles — onto the icy winter roads of England’s Peak District to see how it performs in real-world conditions. Unlike most low-mileage, carefully stored examples, this well-used GT has been driven hard and maintained by an engineer who rebuilt it after an early accident and has enjoyed it for over a decade.
Porsche enthusiast Charles pushes the car on slippery, dirty backroads, discovering it’s far more usable and thrilling than its dangerous reputation suggests. The clutch proves manageable, the steering sharp, and the V10 engine brutally responsive even at low revs. With no driving modes or electronic filters, the experience feels raw and engaging, rewarding skill and focus.
Despite the harsh weather, the Carrera GT delivers incredible fun and confidence, offering a purer connection than many modern supercars. For its lower price compared to pristine examples, Charles argues this well-driven GT is the one to own — built to be used, not hidden away.
Source: Supercar Driver
