Description
- 88. 000km
- German Vehicule
- Full Maintenance history
- 80% in first paint
- Not tracked or accidented by any way
First GT3 model from Porsche with 1868 produced worldwide
The "GT3" nameplate was introduced in 1999 as part of the first generation of the Porsche 996 model range (commonly known as 996. 1[2]) as a homologation model for the cars entered in the FIA GT3 cup. As with Porsche's previous 911 RS models, the 996 GT3 was focused on racing, and so was devoid of items that added unnecessary weight to the car. Sound deadening was almost completely removed, as were the rear seats, rear loud speakers, sunroof, and air conditioning, although automatic air conditioning and CD/ radio became no-cost optional add-ons.
The GT3 was based on the standard 996 Carrera, but was stripped of a great deal of equipment for weight savings, featuring stiffer, adjustable suspension and upgraded brakes. The GT3 used the bodyshell of the four-wheel-drive Carrera 4, which incorporated additional front-end stiffening.
To comply with the FIA regulations regarding the homologation of an FIA GT3 car, Porsche had to build a street version of their race cars. And that is how the Porsche 996 GT3 appeared in the late ’90s. The 996 generation got the first “GT3” variant, a model that was seen as the next-step in the evolution of the Carrera RS timeline. Instead of being a homologation special, the GT3 arrived as a fully baked driver’s 911, incorporating lessons learned from motorsports but not allowing the track-only side to dominate the experience.
The car’s design was similar to the other 996 models, but with the wider body. It didn’t feature flared arches or big side intakes. It was a form that followed function at its best for the race version.
The 996 GT3’s 3. 6-liter Mezger flat-six is a watered-down variant of the six found in the incredible 911 GT1 Le Mans racer. It delivers 360 bhp @ 7200 rpm and torque of 273 ft lbs @ 5000 rpm, thanks to a nitride-hardened crankshaft, titanium connecting rods, and lightweight pistons. It was mated to a six-speed manual gearbox carried over from the racing department and not from the standard 996 range. It also got a limited-slip differential, which is handy considering the gearbox features quick-swap gear ratios to tailor your GT3 for a particular track.
The suspension is noticeably stiffer and lower than a regular Carrera’s, incorporating a reinforced structure, adjustable coil-overs, uprated front wheel bearings, beefier rod ends, and adjustable anti-roll bars. The brakes are bigger, fitted with six-pot calipers in the front and four-pot in the rear. That unique rear wing works with a unique front fascia and side skirts to reduce drag and give you additional downforce.
This particular example was first delivered in Germany - and has covered 88. 000kms from new, the car is accompanied with its full service history and some invoices to proof the work that has been done to the car over the years. The car has never been in any accident or been tracked, this can be easily seen by the original factory welding points on the car or other points.
Tyres are in as new condition and its currently fitted with Pirelli P Zero’s. The car is ready to be enjoyed or ready to be tucked away in any serious collection as these are going up quickly in value. Original 2000 GT3 MK1 from the first GEN
Low mileage
EU new delivered
Investment car
Manual 6 Speed
