911 (997) [Official] 997 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0

[LaArtist]

At approx 180000 Euro..its damn near a bargain..
And they are making 600..hah will be hard to get your hands on

 

[Soup]

 

[PanterroR]

^Pure porn right there!!!

 

[klier]

The only thing I don't like it that Porsche always uses waaaaay too much Photoshop in it's press images. I mean, the same car edited in different colors all the time? Sheesh!!
For the rest, yeah, porn. Like Tyc said Best 911 ever made period no questions asked.

BTW, I think the interior looks best WITHOUT the nav. screen. I dig that big hole there!!

 

[Human]

A few racing/high speed driving lessons with Tiff Needell + the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 and a fresh track (visit Sayyaaf and the Yas Marina circuit) = Life at it's pure best!

 

[dani-san]

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[Bartek S.]

Press release

Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0: Biggest 911 Engine Ever Offered

Limited-edition car is packed with motorsport technology

ATLANTA – April 28, 2011 --- The 911 GT3 RS, one of Porsche's most popular, coveted and successful track-inspired production cars, has been given a final, thrilling injection of thoroughbred motorsport technology resulting in the 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0. Limited to 600 vehicles worldwide, the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 brings together in a sports car the attributes that have made the Porsche 911 GT3 a consistent winner on the race track.

The motorsport-derived 4.0-liter engine, already the highest displacement 911 engine ever, also features the highest per-liter output -- 125 horsepower (hp) per liter -- from a naturally aspirated Porsche flat-six engine. The engine uses forged pistons, the connecting rods are fashioned from titanium, and the crankshaft has been lifted unchanged from the 911 GT3 RSR race car. It achieves its maximum power of 500 hp at 8,250 rpm. Maximum torque of 339 ft/lbs is reached at 5,750 rpm.

The 911 GT3 RS 4.0 offers truly impressive performance, lapping the famed Nürburgring-Nordschleife in 7 minutes and 27 seconds. Available exclusively with a six-speed manual transmission, the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 sprints from 0 to 60 mph in only 3.8 seconds, and with its gearing designed for the race circuit it reaches the 124 mph mark on the race track in under 12 seconds.

The 911 GT3 RS 4.0's outstanding driving dynamics come from numerous, meticulously coordinated details. In addition to using suspension components typically encountered in motor racing, weight reduction is also of supreme importance. Equipped as standard with lightweight components such as light but strong carbon fiber sport bucket seats, carbon fiber front fenders and luggage compartment lid, and weight-optimized carpets, the two-seater's ready-for-action weight is just 2,998 lbs with a full fuel tank. The 911 GT3 RS 4.0's power-to-weight ratio is 5.99 lbs/hp.

This limited edition 911 is painted Carrara White as standard and emphasizes its proximity to motor racing by its dynamic appearance. Signature characteristics are the wide track, the low vehicle position, the large rear wing with side plates, central twin tailpipe, and the aerodynamically optimized body. Air deflection vanes mounted on either side of the front bumper – called 'flics' or dive planes – make their first appearance on a production Porsche. They create increased downforce on the front axle, and together with the steeply inclined rear wing, provide aerodynamics on par with its performance capabilities. As a result, at the 193 mph top track speed, aerodynamic forces exert an additional 426 lbs of downforce, thus pushing the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 onto the road.

With a manufacturer's suggested retail price starting at $185,000 (excluding destination), the new Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 goes on sale in the United States in late 2011.

 

[klier]

So Carrera White is the only available color??

 

[ree]

So Carrera White is the only available color??

Just checked the configurator. White really is the only colour…
…and you can get it with the red/black interior or completely black…

 

[Merc1]

I'm not a track car type of guy, but this is one in your face, stunner. You gotta give it to Porsche for putting so much effort into a close out model. The 997 will be sought after up until the moment its replacement hits the dealer's lot, and with this version maybe even aftewards. There are like 21 versions of the 997 now.



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[Human]

Only the white...seems fine by me! I will have the red+black interior

 

[Soup]

Just checked the configurator. White really is the only colour…
…and you can get it with the red/black interior or completely black…

White, Black and custom paint (Solid or Metallic)

 

[HighestOfHigh]

Good Job Porsche! I'm impressed.

BTW, I think the interior looks best WITHOUT the nav. screen. I dig that big hole there!!

Looks cheap without the Nav.

 

[Cashmere]

2011 just keeps getting better and better.

 

[Centurion]

It's easy to pass this car of as yet another limited edition 911 but trust me, this car is the ultimate limited edition car. German automotive engineering doesn't get better than this. Look at this as the last bow to the race derived engine block that's been used in the 996, 997 mkII and 997 mk.II Turbo and GT3. This is such a special car and in a few years you'll be hard to find a naturally aspired 500hp 4L powered car revving at over 8000rpm and that comes with a manual gearbox with limited electronics. This marks an end of an era.

The GT3 RS 4.0 joins the hall of fame of Carrera GT, 993 Turbo, 959 and Carrera RS 2.7 as 5 most desirable Porsche cars ever. I've saved every single photo of this car. It's historical.

 

[Osnabrueck]

This is what God drives to work.

I'm in awe.

 

[Sunny]

ILook at this as the last bow to the race derived engine block that's been used in the 996, 997 mkII and 997 mk.II Turbo and GT3.

Neither 997 mkII nor 997 mkII Turbo uses the Metzger block. They use the A91 (hence the DI). Only cars currently using the Metzger block are GT3/RS and GT2 RS and now GT3RS4.0 (and GT3 cup and GT3 RSR).

 

[Centurion]

Neither 997 mkII nor 997 mkII Turbo uses the Metzger block. They use the A91 (hence the DI). Only cars currently using the Metzger block are GT3/RS and GT2 RS and now GT3RS4.0 (and GT3 cup and GT3 RSR).

I know that the mk.II Carrera and Carrera S use the A91 block but I was under the impression that the Turbo was still loyal to the GT1 block. Thanks for the correction.

The fact that Porsche is maxing out GT1 block by releasing a beasty GT2 RS and GT3 4.0 speaks for exciting times ahead for the 911 GT3 which will probably feature a revolutionary engine. A flat 8? Not to sure, but whatever Porsche are working on it will sure make us fall of our chairs.

You've got to love the GT3 4.0 in the bare bone interior configuration with the absence of a nav screen or fancy LEDs. All that's missing is changing the gear lever to a short shifter and you're set to go. The promo video on youtube is brilliant too. Porsche knows how to properly introduce a car to the world. Their videos are world class.

I feel bad for whoever is buying a sports car this year. So many insane cars to choose from. I'll probably not have time to read the entire press release until tomorrow. Is this variable valve timing?

 

[klier]

Looks cheap without the Nav.

No it looks sporty and lightweight. A nav screen in such a car is weird and out of place.

 

[Sunny]

Is this variable valve timing?

Yup, variocam. Funny thing it doesn't mention "Variocam plus", which alters both timing and lift.