2000 Porsche 911 GT3
Following the release of the 996-generation 911, Porsche’s first 996 variant intended either for spirited road use or the racetrack was the GT3. The Hans Metzger–designed 3.6-litre engine derived from the Le Mans–winning GT1 was rated at 360 horsepower and 7,200 rpm, providing 60 additional horsepower over the base 3.4-litre engine. The car was also fitted with adjustable suspension and a unique body kit, including a dual-plane rear wing. The interior featured sports seats and the deletion of some trim deemed nonessential in an attempt to keep weight down. The 996 GT3 is an incredible drivers’ car and won the coveted Evo Car of the Year award in 1999, beating Ferrari’s 360 Modena into second place. Indeed, years later, Evo magazine would place the 996 GT3 Mk 1 above the Mk 2 for driving pleasure, placing it third in the all-time drivers’ car ranking behind the Pagani Zonda and Lotus 340R.
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Following the release of the 996-generation 911, Porsche’s first 996 variant intended either for spirited road use or the racetrack was the GT3. The Hans Metzger–designed 3.6-litre engine derived from the Le Mans–winning GT1 was rated at 360 horsepower and 7,200 rpm, providing 60 additional horsepower over the base 3.4-litre engine. The car was also fitted with adjustable suspension and a unique body kit, including a dual-plane rear wing. The interior featured sports seats and the deletion of some trim deemed nonessential in an attempt to keep weight down. The 996 GT3 is an incredible drivers’ car and won the coveted Evo Car of the Year award in 1999, beating Ferrari’s 360 Modena into second place. Indeed, years later, Evo magazine would place the 996 GT3 Mk 1 above the Mk 2 for driving pleasure, placing it third in the all-time drivers’ car ranking behind the Pagani Zonda and Lotus 340R.
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