Since 2003, the GT3 RS badge has marked Porsche’s most track-focused, road-legal 911. Each generation has pushed the limits with more performance, aero, and tech. Supercar Driver on YouTube compare three GT3 RS from different generations — the 997.1, 991.1, and 992 GT3 RS — to see how this car...
The 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 was built to homologate the GT3 RSR racecar and is equipped with a 3996cc engine that boosts power from around 444 to 500 bhp. Easily recognized by its new wings and front winglets, it was limited to just over 600 units worldwide, making...
Built to homologate the 2011 GT3 RSR racecar, the RS 4.0 is fitted with the 3996cc engine which raises power output from roughly 444 to 500 bhp. It is easily identified by its new wings and front winglets just ahead of the front wheels. Limited to just over 600 examples worldwide,...
The 997-generation 911 GT3 RS 4.0 from Porsche represents the outcome of extensive testing on both open roads and in motorsport, showcasing the brand’s finest work. At its unveiling, the car revealed Porsche’s most potent naturally aspirated flat-six engine, generating 500 bhp at 8,250 rpm and 339 foot-pounds of torque....
This 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0, listed for sale on Bring a Trailer, is one of just 600 examples built and has only 144 original miles on the odometer. Part of the 997 generation, the GT3 RS 4.0 holds a revered spot in Porsche’s Rennsport lineage. Much like the...
One of just 600 ever made, this 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 has only 319 miles and is among the most revered models of the 997 generation. Seen as a spiritual successor to the legendary 1973 911 Carrera RS 2.7, it is currently up for grabs on PCARMARKET. Most...
This particular 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS is one of only 541 built for the US market during a two-year production run, making it a rare find. But what sets this car apart is the modifications it received under prior ownership by the experts at Shark Werks of Fremont, California....
PCarMarket is currently offering number 503 out of the 600 examples of the 2011 Porsche 997.2 GT3 RS 4.0 with only 202 miles since new! Built to homologate the 2011 GT3 RSR racecar, the RS 4.0 is fitted with the 3996cc engine which raises power output from roughly 444 to 500...
The 997-generation GT3 RS 4.0 holds a revered place in Porsche’s Rennsport hierarchy, much like the iconic 1973 911 Carrera RS 2.7. It was the final 911 GT3 to feature the legendary Mezger engine, paired exclusively with a six-speed manual gearbox. Named after Porsche engineer Hans Mezger, this engine is...
Although the 996-generation GT3 RS didn’t came to the US, that completely changed when the 997-generation was introduced. Production of the GT3 RS started in 2007, and it quickly became a must-have model and established itself as a direct competitor to Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale and Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera. The...
Geneva Motor Show, 6-7 March 2007: New Porsche 911 GT3 RS on display (Type 997 Gen.1) Snapped at the Geneva Motor Show held from 6-7 March 2007, was this new (Type 997) 911 GT3 RS, resplendent in striking Orange. While particularly well suited for track use, the car also meets...
Based on the already primal 997.2 GT3, the RS gets another 15 hp from the 3.8-liter flat-six for a total of 450, or more than 118 hp per liter. A racing machine tamed for street use, the GT3 RS is hardly just about horsepower. It gets a wider track, it weighs less, and it produces more downforce than the GT3. The only available transmission is a six-speed manual gearbox (with the ratios even shorter than the GT3). A racing machine tamed for street use, the GT3 RS also gets a wider track, it weighs less, and it produces more downforce than the GT3.
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The 997 911 GT3 RS is an even lighter and more purist version of the 911 than the regular GT3. 20 kilograms lighter than the GT3 and equipped with a close-ratio six speed manual the GT3 RS gets to 60 mph 1/10th of a second faster than the GT3. The 911 GT3 RS is 44mm wider at the rear than the GT3. The wider track helps improve directional stability when cornering. Weight savings can be found throughout the car. The Clubsport version there is a bolted roll cage, a six-point harness for the driver and a built in fire extinguisher.
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In their newest episode of THIS vs THAT, Hoonigan attempts to drag race a 1999 Ferrari 360 Modena against a 2010 Porsche GT3 RS. The Porsche 997 GT3 RS is a straightforward sports car that delivers raw power without the added complexity of modern technology. Its 3.8-liter naturally-aspirated flat-six engine...
The 996-generation GT3 RS wasn’t available in the U.S., but that changed with the 997-generation. The standard 997 GT3 made its debut at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show, and shortly after, the GT3 RS entered production in 2007. This model became highly sought after globally, competing with the likes of...
The Porsche 911 has long been recognized for its exceptional performance and handling, offering a driving experience unlike any other. Over the years, it has continuously evolved, becoming more powerful, refined, and capable, while still remaining a reliable, everyday sports car. The ‘RS’ badge has historically been reserved for the...
Based on the already primal 997.2 GT3, the RS gets another 15 hp from the 3.8-liter flat-six for a total of 450, or more than 118 hp per liter. A racing machine tamed for street use, the GT3 RS is hardly just about horsepower. It gets a wider track, it...
Introduced in 2010 as a successor to the first-generation 997-series 911 GT3 RS, the new 997.2 GT3 RS brought several notable improvements. It was designed for homologation, with the primary goal of competing in the FIA-sanctioned GT3 racing class. Since its debut in 1999, the GT3 has had a highly...
Built to homologate the 2011 GT3 RSR racecar, the RS 4.0 is fitted with the 3996cc engine which raises power output from roughly 444 to 500 bhp. It is easily identified by its new wings and front winglets just ahead of the front wheels. Limited to just over 600 examples worldwide,...
Delivering even more engine power, lower weight and shorter transmission ratios, as well as upgraded body and suspension components than all previous GT3s, the 997.2 Porsche 911 GT3 RS sets the foundation for homologating the race version of the 911 GT3. The heart of the new, uncompromising GT3 RS is the power...
Last Drive Before Hibernation English winters and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tires don’t mix, so I’m taking one last drive before putting the car that is rapidly bankrupting me into storage – special storage....
GT3 RS 4.0 RS Ride & Review Chris Harris reviews the evo cars of the year...
458 Speciale vs 997 GT3 RS 4.0 Drag Race Welcome back to the 888MF YouTube channel. Sit back and relax, because we have a very special video for you to watch. We put two of the best naturally aspirated cars against each other: The Ferrari 458 Speciale and the Porsche...
DriveTribe Reviews the 997 GT3 RS Richard Hammond has always been a Porsche guy, but there is one generation of GT product that has featured in more content that the rest. The 911 997 GT3 RS is one of the greatest analogue supercars ever made, and Mike has found himself...
GT3 RS 4.0 RS Ride & Review Our first video with Henry at Lakeside Classics and what a way to start – with the keys to a 4.0RS! ...
Chris Harris Drives The Ferrari 458 Italia & Porsche 911 GT3 RS Ferrari’s latest 562bhp V8 coupe has changed the way we think about sports cars – it’s the first of a new, digital breed. The Porsche 997 GT3 RS is perhaps even more stunning on road than it is...
Greatest Porsche GTs – The Ultimate Head to Head Porsche has been making GT cars for 20 years, and its latest offering is the 2020 718 Cayman GT4 – its mid-engined sports car which returns with a naturally-aspirated flat-six engine. Praise be. But while it’s a great Cayman, just how...
Porsche 997 GT3 RS Review The Generation 2 version of the Porsche GT3 RS (997.2) is considered by many to be the best version of the 911 ever. It is the last 911 RS model to have manual gearbox, it’s the last to use the Le Mans derived Mezger racing...
Porsche 911 GT3 RS (997.2) Drive Through the Hills As the Porsche 911 GT3 dynasty turns 20 years old this summer, Dan Prosser takes one of the most iconic GT3 derivatives, the 997.2 GT3 RS, for an early morning Rise & Drive....
Doug DeMuro Reviews the 911 GT3RS 4.0 The 2011 Porsche 911 GT3RS 4.0 is one of the most desirable modern Porsche models. Today I’m reviewing the 911 GT3RS 4.0 to show you why the GT3RS 4.0 is so great — and why the Porsche 911 GT3RS 4.0 is so sought...
Porsche 997.2 GT3 RS Video Review This is the Porsche 997.2 GT3 RS and we’re back for Season Two of Modern Classics with one of the best drivers Porsches ever made! With 444bhp from the last of the Porsche Mezger engines and weighing around1370kg the Porsche GT3 RS is highly...
“Naturally Aspirated Heroes” Enjoys Some Mezger Magic Naturally Aspirated Heroes is back for series 2! This time, we’re kicking off with one of Porsche’s finest, the 997.1 GT3 RS. Containing the legendary Mezger engine, Matt takes us for a drive in one of his favourite cars....
Porsche 997 GT3 RS Chasing A GT3 On Public Roads I’m proud to bring on my channel the best Porsche of all the times! A modern classic, a masterpiece and a track monster without compromises....