About this Collectable

The 991 GT3 Mk2 is one of the last cars of its kind, with a high-revving naturally aspirated engine and a manual gearbox. This specific example has the Clubsport package and is finished in fitting Racing Yellow. What makes it truly unique is the fact that it has covered only 49 km from new.

A hardcore atmospheric sports car with a manual transmission is unfortunately a dying breed. Ferraris and Lamborghinis with a manual transmission have become a thing of the past. Porsche had actually also stopped offering a manual gearbox in the GT3. In fact, the 991 GT3 Mk1 was only available with PDK. There was still the manual 911 R, but that was a limited edition that sold out almost immediately.

With the 2017 facelift of the 991 GT3, Porsche did offer a manual transmission once again. Whereas the 991 GT3 Mk1 had a 3.8, the Mk2 got an atmospheric 4.0-litre engine with 500hp revving all the way up to 9.000rpm, making it an old-school purist car. Just like the GT3 RS and the 911 R. Pure sensation, in other words.

With the facelift, the GT3 received many other upgrades. To improve agility, Porsche has installed speed-dependent rear axle steering. In terms of appearance, the GT3 Mk2 can be recognised by its new headlights, taillights, front bumper, air intakes and diffuser. As a result, the GT3 looks even more aggressive than the Mk1.

This specific GT3 was delivered to its current (first) owner in 2018 by Porsche Zentrum Niederrhein and is finished in a fitting colour: Racing Yellow. It is not only equipped with manual transmission, but also features the Clubsport package. The latter means there is a roll cage, six-point harnesses and a fire extinguisher on board.

In this trim, the 991 GT3 is already a desirable package, but what makes this particular one really special: it is still new. This 2018 GT3 disappeared into a heated garage immediately after delivery and has only 49 kilometres on the odometer. An excellent opportunity for a new owner. The GT3 can be added to a collection, but is of course eager to finally take part in a trackday. If this isn't a Collectable, we don't know what is.

Our opinion

Where do we start? We can be brief about the 991 GT3 Mk2, it is fantastic. This is the last real GT3 according to Porsche enthusiasts. Atmospheric and howling up to 9,000 rpm, this one being the much wanted Clubsport version. The internet is full of raving videos and articles, enough for an evening of Porsche pleasure.

But what makes this Racing Yellow GT3 Mk2 unique is the mileage, combined with the fact that the Porsche is registered on Dutch licence plates. After all, the owner intended to enjoy it. Unfortunately, we see too often that exclusive cars without registration immediately disappear into a collection. This of course saves VAT and/or BPM (Dutch luxury tax), but owners risk not being able to register the car ever again due to changing emmission regulations. Not so with this Collectable.

We assume this GT3 may disappear into a collection, but if the new owner decides to start enjoying his new Porsche and wants to take a few mountain passes, he can. To get an idea of what a Porsche GT3 Mk2 sounds like, have a look at the 'tribute to the GT3 manual' by Henry Catchpole (video at the bottom of the lot description).

Equipment

This Porsche is equipped from factory with:
7X9 Reversing Camera
7G9 Porsche Car Connect (PCC), preparation for vehicle tracking system
454 Cruise Control
594 Alcantara rooflining
601 Xenon Light
QR5 Sport Chrono Package Plus
877 Sports steering wheel alcantara
7UG Navigation Device High
431 Wheel GT3 20" center lock
I8L Radio Premium (Gen 2)
583 Smoker's Package
UX6 TPM valve silver
003 Club Sports Package
082 Fuel tank 90 liter
140 Dynamic Engine Mounts PADM (Porsche Active Drivetrain Mounts)
195 Battery 70 Ah
220 Differential lock 40%
265 Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle mode with rain sensor
288 Headlight Cleaning System
305 Gear lever in alcantara, black
388 Sports bucket seat left
389 Sports bucket seat right
465 Rear fog light, left
470 Rear axle steering
474 Lift function front axle
475 Electric damper control PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management)
482 Tire pressure monitor, RDK 433 Mhz
486 6-speed GT sport shift transmission
521 Tilt sensor
523 Immobilizer, 434 MHz
529 Sport-design exterior mirror
534 Alarm 433 Mhz
567 Top windscreen strongly tinted
573 Air conditioning
578 6-point driver's seat belt
579 6-point passenger seat belt
595 Black roll cage
605 LED daytime running lights
886 12-hour marking red
951 Alcantara/leather front seats
975 Alcantara interior
991 Airbag stuurwiel in lede
9ZC Telephone module with interface box
UI2 2x connection USB/IPOD
XSC Porsche crest embossed in headrest
XYE Brushed aluminium center console trim
XXP Dark tail lights
QH1 Voice control
XYD Aluminium dashboard trim
Also see thecollectables.nl for a more detailed description of the factory options.

Modifications

None, this Porsche is completely original.

Remarks

None, this Porsche is still in mint condition.

Service history

Because the car has covered only 49 km, no maintenance has been necessary yet.

Included with sale

Two keys
All original booklets

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