2012 Porsche 911 GT3RS 4.0

[Jaypod]

I think I just found my next car :

We’ve known about it for months but finally the first official images and details for the new 2012 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 have landed, and we’re the first to admit that we're all completely stoked. The GT3 RS line of cars are often described as the most sporting of the 911 models but in the case of the new 911 GT3 RS 4.0, virtually every dial has been turned up all the way to max.

With a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine on board and a serious lack of creature comforts, the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 is essentially a road going version of the 911 GT3 RSR race car--but with one major different, more power!

With no race category regulations to worry about, power in the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 has been dialed up to an even 500 horsepower, 45 horsepower more than the fully fledged race car and more than 50 horsepower more than the regular 911 GT3 RS on which it’s based.

Unique elements include the small canards along its front fascia, a large GT style rear wing, carbon fiber hood and trunk panels and riveted RSR-style widened front and rear wheel arches.

Prices in Europe are expected to start at 149,990 euros (approximately $217,350) before taxes.

Though this price may seem steep, considering that this is likely to be the last variation of the current 997-generation car before the whole 911 range is replaced with the upcoming ‘991’ 2012 Porsche 911, we think the asking price is completely reasonable for such an extreme beast.

http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1...rs-4-0-preview

[knifegun]

Love it! Now how do I squirrel 200K+ to purchase it?

[TW0929]

omg

[Gearhead999s]

In normal fashion the 991 will be introduced this summer at Calabogie and it starts all over againThe S will be introduced before the base car with over 400 horse.

[ZWEAPON]

According to this non-official info-sheet

- Market launch in Germany is July
- German base price: 178.596,-- €
- NS time is 7,27 min.
- Max. torque is 460 nm at 5.750 rpm
- Crankshaft is identical with the RSR’s
- Titanium pistons-rods
- 0-100 km/h in 3,9 s and 0-200 in 12 s
- Weight is 1360 kg
- Car is only available in white
- Power to weight ratio is 2,72 kg/PS
- Seats, hood and fenders are made of carbon fibre as standard

[STALKER]

Love it.
I could never see myself spending 200K on car. Wife would kill me.

[Jaypod]

Originally Posted by STALKER

Love it.
I could never see myself spending 200K on car. Wife would kill me.

Your not supposed to tell the wife what it cost

[Gearhead999s]

Originally Posted by Jaypod

Your not supposed to tell the wife what it cost

I think he needs to join our special support group for these concerns

[STALKER]

My secret account in the Caymans will only go so far.

I use to live there actually, so I actually do have one. Not so secret though. LOL

[Jaypod]

Originally Posted by STALKER

My secret account in the Caymans will only go so far.

I use to live there actually, so I actually do have one. Not so secret though. LOL

Its probably a moot point anyways - I personally find it unlikely Canada will get one of these given the limited numbers. Fingers crossed though. This could be the push I need to get into a Pcar. (Although I am sure there would be tons of people on the waiting list ahead of me - some pretty diehard Pcar guys in Toronto).

[Fanta]

Originally Posted by Jaypod

I think I just found my next car :

Oh, Yes.

[Gearhead999s]

Originally Posted by STALKER

My secret Cayman will only go so far.

I own actually, so I actually do have one. Not so secret though. LOL

Your buying a Cayman? (just helping you out!)

[ADV.1 Matt]

Been drooling over the leaked spec sheet for this thing for quite some time!

[EA51 LAY]

Yumm diddlee yum yumm - if only I earn't proper money like you guys!!

[GOLFFRR]

[persian54]

I would (insert anything here) to get that car

[sharo7390]

Sweet

[STALKER]

I call shotgun when Jay's arrives, after he lets me drive it.

[Jaypod]

Originally Posted by STALKER

I call shotgun when Jay's arrives, after he lets me drive it.

[AMOCHOSTO]

Originally Posted by STALKER

My secret account in the Caymans will only go so far.

I use to live there actually, so I actually do have one. Not so secret though. LOL

We have a small operation in the Caymans, I have been offered a position there in the past, but my wife won't move. No accounts though (lol).

It's a nice place to visit for sure.

[AMOCHOSTO]

Now on to the GT3.........

While I think the best Porsche for me is a 911 GTS, offering a good compromise between day to day livability and performance, that GT3 is beautiful, the decals are classy (to my eye) and the specs are outrageously awesome. 500hp from a 4 liter 6 cylinder?

WOW!

[STALKER]

Originally Posted by AMOCHOSTO

We have a small operation in the Caymans, I have been offered a position there in the past, but my wife won't move. No accounts though (lol).

It's a nice place to visit for sure.

Great place to live also, you would have a blast.
Extremely $$$$ though.