Introduced in 2011, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 marked the final and most advanced version of the 997-generation GT3. The RS 4.0 was built upon the GT3 RS, featuring extensive lightweight components: a carbon fiber hood and fenders, polycarbonate rear windows, a glass-reinforced decklid, front canards, flared arches, and...
When a 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 PTS comes to market with a price-tag approaching $3M, believe me, we take notice! Background The Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0, unveiled in 2011, marked the ultimate evolution of the 997-generation 911. Limited to just 600 units worldwide, it was the swan...
Now available for auction on PCARMARKET with just 842 miles on the odometer, this 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 represents the final and most powerful evolution of the legendary Mezger engine. Limited to just 613 units worldwide, the GT3 RS 4.0 is considered to be one of the greatest...
In 2011, as Porsche prepared to unveil the next-generation 991-series 911, it delivered a final, formidable statement with the 997-based 911 GT2 RS. This extreme variant embodied the pinnacle of Porsche engineering, touted by the company as its most potent and fastest road-legal sports car at the time. The GT2...
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...
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...
The 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is an engineering marvel, boasting a factory-rated top speed of 209 MPH and a powerful 620 HP from its twin-turbocharged 3.6L flat-six engine. Inspired by the Le Mans-winning GT1 prototype, this supercar was designed to reclaim Porsche’s dominance by surpassing the Nürburgring lap record...
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...
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...
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...
The Porsche 997 GT2 RS is an incredibly fast machine, boasting a factory-rated top speed of 209 MPH and delivering 620 HP from its twin-turbocharged 3.6L engine, tuned to the same specs as the Le Mans-winning Porsche GT1 prototype. Built to showcase Porsche’s engineering prowess, it aimed to reclaim the...
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...
Launched in late 2007 as a 2008 model, the 997-series 911 GT2 represents a significant chapter in Porsche’s history. Powered by a 3.6-liter flat-six engine equipped with variable geometry turbochargers, it delivers an impressive 523 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 505 lb-ft of torque at just 2,200 rpm, with a...
The Porsche 997 GT2 RS is a beast, a machine built to push limits. With a top speed of 209 MPH, it boasts a powerful 620 HP from its twin-turbocharged 3.6L engine, mirroring the Porsche GT1 prototype Le Mans-winning race car. Designed to reaffirm Porsche’s technological superiority, it aimed to...
The Porsche 997 GT2 RS is best described as extreme. With a top speed of 209 MPH, it boasts a powerful 620 HP from its twin-turbocharged 3.6L engine, mirroring the Porsche GT1 prototype Le Mans-winning race car. Designed to reclaim Porsche’s engineering dominance, it aimed to surpass the Nürburgring lap...
The GT3 RSR, based on the Type 997, featured the latest version of the classic flat-six engine. In 2009, it underwent subtle revisions, adding more hood vents and optimizing air flow through the fascia and hood. Despite air-restriction rules limiting the updated M97/81 engine to 455 brake horsepower, the enlarged...
Extreme perfectly characterizes the 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS. Incredibly fast with a factory-rated top speed of 209 MPH, this exhilarating vehicle generates a robust 620 HP from its twin-turbocharged 3.6L engine, tuned to the same specification as the Porsche GT1 prototype Le Mans-winning race car. Built with the singular...
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....
Porsche introduced the 997 GT2 RS in the United States in October 2010 with an initial price of $245,000 MSRP. Today, one of the 500 produced models is up for auction at Bring A Trailer, with the current highest bid standing at $511,000 as of this writing. This not only...
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,...
In 2008, Porsche unveiled a new and much improved version of the GT3 RSR. Distinguished from its predecessor by a redesigned front end featuring aerodynamic enhancements, including “flick” spoilers on the front apron and optimized air ducting, the new model boasted increased downforce and reduced drag. Underneath the bodywork, the...
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 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is a brute, a lightweight, twin-turbocharged, 620-hp bout of madness that stemmed from Stuttgart’s quest to see how high up the sports-car ladder the 911 could punch. It was the most serious roadgoing Porsche ever at the time. The engine is a port-injected, 3.6-liter...
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....
Collecting Cars is currently offering a 2010 Porsche 911 (997.2) GT2 RS finished in black over black leather and Alcantara upholstery. Limited to just 500 units, Porsche’s 997.2 GT2 RS is a brute, a lightweight, twin-turbocharged, 620-hp bout of madness that stemmed from Stuttgart’s quest to see how high up...
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...
Porsche’s 911 GT2 RS is a brute, a lightweight, twin-turbocharged, 620-hp bout of madness that stemmed from Stuttgart’s quest to see how high up the sports-car ladder the 911 could punch. It is the most serious roadgoing Porsche ever. The engine is a port-injected, 3.6-liter flat-six from the Le Mans–winning...
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...
As if the the 911 GT2 RS introduced by Porsche in 2010 (which at the time was the most powerful 911 ever made) wasn’t enough, the German automaker managed to improved upon it with the introduction of the next generation GT2 RS in 2011. Porsche made significant changes to the...
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...
The guys at PCarMarket have an auction going at the moment that all Porsche fans should know about. A final salute to the venerated Mezger engine as well as the ultimate evolution of Porsche’s 997, the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 was produced in a limited series of just 600 cars worldwide...