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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Jordan Aquistapace – May 17, 2022

Ken Block Debuts His 1,400HP Porsche SVRSR 'Hoonipigasus'...

A perfect Porsche recipe for success on the curvy sprint up Pikes Peak. Arguably known as one of the most experienced rally drivers in history, Ken Block showcases his skills behind the wheel on an array of motorsport stages around the world. Whether it's drifting in urban areas for his next YouTube video or competing in world-class race events, Ken focuses his lifestyle on automotive power and performance. Ken Block and the Hoonigan Racing Division are proud to announce their next venture to the 2022 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in Colorado. Built by BBi Autosport in collaboration with Hoonigan and Hoonigan Racing Division, Ken Block is proud to present the 1,400-horsepower Porsche SVRSR ‘Hoonipigasus’ as his new Pikes Peak race car. MUST-READ: Ken Block Recruits A New Audi e-tron SUV For Off-Road Adventures The Porsche SVRSR ‘Hoonipigasus’ takes its shape as a heavily modified vintage 911 that embodies an entirely new aerodynamic design that achieves maximum downforce during its sprint up the mountain. The vibrant livery is created by renowned artist Trouble Andrew a.k.a. Guccighost and pays homage to the famous 1972 Porsche 917/20 ‘Pink Pig’, an iconic design still being celebrated by the brand, collectors, and fans. Its astonishing 1,400-horsepower twin-turbocharged engine platform uses a sophisticated all-wheel-drive system that allows power to be evenly distributed to each will for maximum traction. Adding to its advanced technological features, the engineers at BBi Autosport fit the once classic 911 with a state-of-the-art GPS height-adjusted suspension that is based on the previous year’s telemetry of the course. The one-of-a-kind Porsche SVRSR ‘Hoonipigasus’ build proves to be the perfect recipe for success, making its appearance as the first-ever mid-engine, AWD, twin-turbo vintage Porsche 911 in the PPO (Pikes Peak Open) class. The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, also known as The Race to the Clouds, is an invitation-only automobile hill climb to the summit of Pikes Peak in Colorado. This year’s event, scheduled for Sunday, June 26, will mark the 100th running of the PPIHC, which features a 12.42-mile course with 156 turns and an elevation gain of 4,725 feet, rising to the finish line at 14,115 feet above sea level. View all of the current Porsche 911 examples for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle releases and celebrity car news. View All Porsche 911 For Sale Source: Hoonigan

By Tyler Rampersaud – May 13, 2022

Engineering Explained Breaks Down Why Porsche's Variable ...

Turbochargers have their disadvantages, but Porsche has a unique way of solving them. The way that turbochargers work, using the engine to spin a turbine which encourages more air into the engine to create a cycle of boost, takes quite a bit of time to get started. When it comes to responsiveness, a turbocharger is generally slower than a naturally aspirated engine or one with a supercharger. Traditionally, effective turbocharging requires compromise: a larger turbo helps at higher engine speeds, while a smaller turbo does a better job at lower speeds. However, Porsche, since the 997 generation of the 911, has used the technology of a variable turbine geometry turbo, which uses vanes on the turbine to act as though the size of the turbocharger was changing depending on the engine speed. Jason Fenske from the Engineering Explained YouTube channel explains how the Variable Geometry Turbo in the Porsche 911 works and why it’s an ingenious solution to turbocharging’s problem. MUST READ: Porsche Expands Its Porsche Studios Retail Space Worldwide This technology was introduced to the automotive world in diesel cars in 1997, and the reason it took nearly a decade for the technology to be introduced in a gasoline car for the first time (in the 997 Porsche 911 Turbo in 2006) is that exhaust temperatures in a gasoline engine is much higher than in a diesel. The small parts involved in these systems are difficult to maintain surrounded by such high temperatures, so the engineering and materials involved are very specific and difficult to execute to make a reliable variable geometry turbocharger for a gasoline engine. The current generation of the Porsche 911 Turbo S, the 992, thanks to this technology, makes up to 640 horsepower and 590 lb/ft of torque. The greatest bonus of the Variable Geometry Turbo is the fact that at peak power, you still have an estimated 500 lb/ft of torque. The 992 Porsche 911 Turbo S also has a symmetrical design to the turbochargers, meaning the flow is cleaner and more efficient than in the 991 generation, where the air didn’t flow quite as neatly. It’s no secret that the Porsche 911 Turbo S is an incredible machine, but learning how it’s able to achieve its incredible performance makes it even more special. View All Porsche 911 Turbo Ss For Sale Source: Engineering Explained

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 29, 2022

The New Porsche 911 Sport Classic's Designers Talk About ...

Even with only 1,250 being made, a painstaking amount of work went into designing the Porsche 911 Sport Classic. It’s the definition of a dream car. Think about it: with a 7-speed manual, 543 horsepower, rear-wheel drive, and bumper-to-bumper vintage charm, all in an iconic modern Porsche 911 package, the Porsche 911 Sport Classic is a real gem. However, creating such a car isn’t as easy as it seems. To find out what really went into the creation of this stunning vehicle, Porsche talked to its designers to see just what it took. MUST READ: New Porsche 911 Sport Classic Debuted With 543-Horsepower And A 7-Speed Manual Transmission This is actually the second Porsche 911 Sport Classic, with the first one having been released in 2009. Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur, called Porsche Exclusive at the time, had originally intended for each vehicle they did to be done only once, but customers desperately wanted another Porsche 911 Sport Classic, and we don’t disagree. The name comes from the designers originally wanting to call the car the SC, short for Super Carrera, but the naming rights were taken, and the car wasn’t exactly a successor to the 911 SC of the past. So while the SC initials stuck, Sport Classic became their antecedent. The body design presented a big challenge, with the wide body, ducktail, and roof all being made to honor vintage 911s. The recessed roof prevented the original 911 Sport Classic from being sold in the United States due to specific expensive tests being required, but the designers managed to make it work for this new version. The wood in the interior, while unusual for a modern 911, is a touch that hearkens back to the classic Porsche 911 of the 1960s, and in the Sport Classic, the open-pore finish modernizes it. Another touch that references the Porsche 911 of old is the use of green in the instrument panel. Phosphorus was used to give a green glow to the gauge needles of vintage cars for the afterglow to see them at night, and while that is no longer the method, the use of green in the instrument cluster has old-school appeal. The Porsche 911 Sport Classic is fully dedicated to both its modern and vintage inspiration, and that’s a balance that takes a lot of work to achieve. View All Porsche 911 For Sale Source: Porsche

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 28, 2022

New Porsche 911 Sport Classic Debuted With 543-Horsepower...

Described as 'A True Driver's Car' by Porsche. The Porsche 911 will forever continue its legacy as one of the most iconic sports cars in automotive history, boasting a timeless design that pairs perfectly with its track-like performance. Porsche is proud to pay tribute to the classic 911 Carrera RS 2.7 from the 1970s, with an all-new 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic limited-production model. The special project is born from Porsche’s Heritage Design strategy, which began its start in 2020 with the 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition. Limited to only 1,250-examples worldwide, the Porsche 911 Sport Classic defines itself as a true driver’s car for any collector or enthusiast looking to re-live the early days of Porsche excellence. Porsche The exterior receives its wide-body styling from the updated 992 911 Turbo S, presenting an aggressive stance with plenty of aerodynamics to handle beautifully through quick turns. The 911 Sport Classic features a unique paint scheme that incorporates a Sport Grey Metallic finish with contrasting light Sport Grey racing stripes, both colors that are exclusive to Porsche's extensive color palette. Customers may also configure the 911 Sport Classic in Black (non-metallic), Agate Grey Metallic, or Gentian Blue Metallic. The most inspirational aspect of the new body design is the large ducktail spoiler crafted from CFRP, embracing classic design DNA reminiscent of the 1972 and 1973 911 Carrera RS 2.7. The 911 Sport Classic wheels take shape as a modern re-interpretation of the classic Fuchs design, a style that continues as a popular trend within the community of Porsche owners and enthusiasts. Porsche While Porsche is known for creating some of the most unique interior color combinations, the 911 Sport Classic features a semi-aniline Black/Classic Cognac design reminiscent of the 1960s and early 1970s. The use of supple and natural feeling grade of leather has not been replicated since the production of the 918 Spyder. The interior also comes available in a simple and modest single-tine black leather configuration. Porsche includes a commemorative badge on the passenger side of the dashboard above the glovebox that enumerates each example in the 1,250-unit production run. At the heart of the beast lies an engine and transmission combination that Porsche purists could only describe as the answer to their prayers. Delivering over 543-horsepower and 442-lb.-ft of torque to the rear wheels, Porsche fits the 911 Sport Classic with the same 3.9-Liter Twin-Turbocharged Flat-Six found in the 911 Turbo models. The difference between this special edition example and the rest of the regular production models is revised engine tuning that produces the appropriate power out compatible with its 7-speed manual transmission. The Porsche 911 Sport Classic now refers to itself as the most powerful 911 with a manual transmission currently available. Porsche Design is also proud to feature a special edition Chronograph exclusively for owners of the Porsche 911 Sport Classic. The all-new 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic will be available in the United States as part of the 2023 model year, with pricing information coming closer to market arrival. View all of the current Porsche 911 Turbo models for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle news and supercar releases. View All Porsche 911 Turbo For Sale Source: Porsche

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 22, 2022

Porsche Celebrates The Artistic Vision of Hanna Schönwald...

Hanna shares a passion for painting and driving Porsches. The Porsche 911 has always played a significant role in the automotive industry and art world, sporting a timeless design from its debut in 1963 to the most updated 992 generation in 2022. German industrial designer, artist, and illustrator Hanna Schönwald is known for incorporating aspects of the classic Porsche 911 into a series of collections and exhibitions. In collaboration with the German automotive icon, Hanna is proud to have Porsche take over her personal Instagram page to showcase her passion for performance and some of the incredible art pieces. Hanna Schönwald’s most recent example takes shape as a fiberglass canvas that includes a sculptured silhouette of a Porsche 964 911. MUST-READ: The Best Porsches You Can Buy Today The simplistic style of Hanna’s work subtly portrays a sense of incompleteness, an aspect that she feels leaves space for further imagination. The black and white piece is influenced by her take on a Porsche Art Car, which she recreated on a full-size scale with a classic Porsche 911 Carrera 2. Alongside the recent release, Hanna Schönwald also incorporates her automotive artistic vision into a collection of paintings, t-shirts, prints, sculptures, and postcards. Click on the link below to view all of the current Porsche 964 911 examples for sale on duPont REGISTRY. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more upcoming luxury lifestyle releases and supercar news. View all Porsche 964 911 For Sale Source: @hannahschoenwald @porsche IG

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By Tyler Rampersaud – April 06, 2022

Porsche 911 992 GT3 Price, Specs, Photos & Review

Get to know one of the most revolutionary 911 GT3 generations yet. The 911 GT3 has always been the 911 model that takes the iconic sports car DNA and dials in the performance factor, maximizing the track and racing potential of the car and making for one of the most desirable driver’s cars in the world. However, for more reasons than you might realize, the 992 generation, the latest iteration of the Porsche 911 GT3, is the best 911 GT3 yet. Keep reading, and we’ll break down everything that makes the 992 911 GT3 one of the world’s best performance cars for the road and the track. Porsche 911 992 GT3 Price Being at the pinnacle of performance when it comes to the Porsche 911, the GT3 isn’t cheap by any means. At starting price, it will cost $161,100, but for that, you get some of the best technology available for cars, derived from motorsport and with no corners cut. Options and packages available for the car can bring the Porsche 911 992 GT3 price upwards of $200,000, and with its scarce availability, models available on the pre-owned market can increase even further. Expensive as it may be, the opportunity to own a 911 992 GT3 for sale, especially at its MSRP, is the opportunity at joining an exclusive community of GT3 owners who have one of the best 911s, let alone one of the best cars that money can buy. MUST READ: Porsche 911 991 GT3 vs. 992 GT3: Which One Is Better? Porsche 911 992 GT3 Review Compared to its predecessor, the 991.2 Porsche 911 GT3, the Porsche 911 992 GT3 review shows that despite being a 911, the 992 is a radically different car. With a wider body, improved suspension, better aerodynamics, and 9 more horsepower, bringing the Porsche 911 992 GT3 horsepower to 502, the car’s engineers have managed to squeeze every drop of performance they could out of the 911 GT3 DNA by revising the car from the ground up. Especially considering how amazing the 991.2 GT3 is, Porsche had to go to great lengths to make sure that the 992 GT3 was a superior car, and it shows. Porsche 911 992 GT3 Specs Being built from an entirely new 911, the Porsche 911 992 GT3 specs are indicative of a truly special and unique car that stands out and carries the legacy of the GT3 name to new heights. One of the reasons that the Porsche 911 992 GT3 0-60 is just 3.2 seconds is that the naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine has the ability to produce 502 horsepower, which only tells the beginning of the story when it comes to the GT3’s otherworldly performance on the track and street. In places like the hood and/or roof, carbon fiber is used on the 992 GT3 more than it ever has been before in order to save weight and extract as much dynamism and performance potential as possible out of the car. Along with this, the GT3 comes standard with a wider body than its other 911 counterparts, which in the previous 991 generation was reserved for the GT3 RS. This allows for improved tires, wheels, and brakes, which means that the increased power of the car gets put on the road more efficiently, and is matched with better control on the track and in the corners where it really matters. All of these improvements contribute to the Porsche 911 992 GT3 top speed of 197 mph. Porsche 911 992 GT3 Specs Price: $161,100 Engine: 4.0-liter flat-6 Transmission: 7-speed PDK or 6-speed manual Horsepower: 502 hp Torque: 346 lb-ft 0-60 mph: 3.2 s ¼ mile: 10.9 s @ 129 mph Top Speed: 197 mph Porsche 911 992 GT3 Engine The Porsche 911 992 GT3 engine continues the tradition of having a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-6 engine. While being a hallmark of Porsche history, this iconic engine is also a formidable power plant, as the same engine can be seen in the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup car, where it dominates as a track-only superstar. Especially considering the fact that it is naturally aspirated, the 9-horsepower increase between the 991 generation GT3 and the 992 generation GT3 is incredibly significant, as Porsche seems to be exercising the absolute fullest potential of the 911 992 GT3 engine as they can, letting it rev all the way up to a screaming 9,000 rpm, and situating it so low and deep in the car for optimal weight distribution that the car actually lacks an accessible engine bay. If you pull what looks to be the engine bay release on the car, what you’ll find is that all it gives you access to is a place to add oil. Porsche 911 992 GT3 Transmission Many GT3 fans were disappointed when the 991 generation of the Porsche 911 GT3 was first released with only a PDK transmission available. While this transmission does provide quicker acceleration and faster shifts, many enthusiasts felt that a true driver’s car should include the option of having the personal touch and experience of a manual transmission. That’s why the Porsche 911 992 GT3 Transmission offers the option of a six-speed manual transmission or the seven-speed PDK transmission that has been offered in the previous model. The PDK offers faster acceleration, but the manual transmission offers lighter weight and a higher top speed, able to reach 199 mph rather than the PDK’s 197. One of the drawbacks of a semi-automatic transmission is that many driving techniques involve using the clutch pedal, which you can’t do with a semi-automatic. However, Porsche has included a function through pulling both pedals behind the steering wheel that allows you to do things like rev higher and clutch-kick, which gives you back some of the control of the manual transmission while still getting the PDK’s superior acceleration and on-track drivability. Porsche 911 992 GT3 Interior While many of the other models within the Porsche 911 lineup offer a luxury sports car experience with both comfort and performance, the performance dedication of the Porsche 911 992 GT3 interior refuses to compromise. While it is somewhat Spartan, it’s beautiful, well made, and unmistakably Porsche. The interior of the 992 GT3 serves as a reminder that you are in a car with racing heritage, racing inspiration, and racing potential. Alcantara and carbon fiber decorate the space, while optional full bucket seats (which cost $5,900) secure and support you for your journey or your race. And speaking of races, the Porsche 911 992 GT3 comes with an available Track driving mode, which takes the digital instrument panel and whittles the information down to only display what is absolutely necessary. The “Track Screen” displays temperatures, the tachometer, and the speedometer, in a way that is easy to read so you can focus on the track ahead. Porsche 911 992 GT3 Brakes The wider body of the 992 GT3 as compared to the 991 allows for the car to have large brakes and serious stopping power. With massive 16-inch discs in the front, and 15-inch discs in the back, both of which are vented and dimpled, rather than drilled for more clean and durable brakes for track use, and 6-piston calipers in the front with 4-piston calipers in the back, the stopping power of the Porsche 911 992 GT3 brakes allow drivers to aggressively attack corners and control the car for incredible track performance. Other 911 models like the 911 Turbo S have an incredible 10 pistons in the brake calipers, but because the GT3 is a much lighter car, 6 pistons give the GT3 all the stopping power it could need. Porsche 911 992 GT2 Standout Features With the wider body of the Porsche 911 992 comes a more aggressive aero kit. With Porsche’s “Swan Neck wing,” the 911 992 GT3 gives the bottom of the rear wing an unobstructed surface area, increasing downforce. In total, the aero kit on the 992 GT3 increases downforce by up to 150% compared to the 991 predecessor. However, that aggressive aero kit means that the 992 GT3 is very low to the ground. Porsche offers an option that helps take care of this weakness with a Front Axle lift system, available for $3,670, that pushes the car up just enough to clear obstacles, and can be configured with the GPS in the car to remember locations where it needs to be lifted. The width of the tires unlocked a whole new realm of possibilities for the 992 GT3, with Michelin PilotSport Cup 2 R tires available for the car, which are road-legal tires that comes straight from the track. Along with this, the 992 GT3 comes with staggered wheel sizes for the first time ever. With 20-inch wheels in the front and 21-inch wheels in the back, the 992 GT3 takes every measure within the details to be the ultimate performance Porsche. View All Porsche 911 GT3 For Sale " width="680"> Images Sourced from Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 05, 2022

The New Porsche X RIMOWA Suitcase Celebrates 911 Heritage...

Two brands renowned for German engineering celebrate their heritage together. Rimowa is a brand that creates luggage known for its legendary durability and appeal within the ultra-luxe community, with the colors and styles of its luggage offerings marrying form and function perfectly to make it one of the most desirable luggage brands on the market. When it comes to cars, Porsche has a similar story. Its beautiful, dynamic, and fast cars have been the object of people’s desires all around the world. MUST READ: TAG Heuer Celebrates The New Carrera Porsche Edition With Patrick Dempsey The two brands have come together to celebrate their heritage in the most serendipitous way possible, by creating a collaborative suitcase that is designed to fit perfectly in the trunks of water-cooled Porsche 911s, and the back seats of air-cooled Porsche 911s. Inspired by the very first Porsche 911, the RIMOWA x Porsche Hand-Carry Case Pepita evokes the golden age of travel and the glory of the early days of the Porsche 911 with its lack of wheels or a telescopic handle. The suitcase also features a gold-plated Porsche emblem, and only 911 of them will be made, making it a poignant statement of 911 and Rimowa heritage, luxury, and exclusivity. It launches on the Porsche Online Store April 21, 2022. Shop RIMOWA Source: Porsche

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By Tyler Rampersaud – March 29, 2022

Porsche 911 991 GT3 vs. 992 GT3: Which One Is Better?

The newest Porsche 911 GT3 does a whole lot more than just look different than its older counterpart. It goes without saying that the new Porsche 911 GT3 looks much different than its predecessor, at least in terms of Porsche 911s, but there’s much more that’s different than just the looks between these two cars. When you’re discussing the Porsche 911 992 GT3 vs. 991 GT3, you’re talking about two incredible performance cars that represent the absolute pinnacle of what Porsche is capable of. While the Porsche 991 GT3 was and is an incredibly performing car, Porsche took every opportunity it could to make improvements and optimize the 2022 Porsche 911 GT3. Here, we’ve broken down the differences between the two cars to show just how much the Porsche 922 GT3 has changed. Image Source: Porsche Engine When comparing the 992 vs. 991 GT3, it’s important to note that the 992 GT3 engine boasts an increase of 9 horsepower compared to its 991 counterpart. The 493 horsepower that the 991 GT3 produced is an incredibly impressive figure, but the 992 GT3 squeezes all the power that it possibly can out of the engine, producing a massive 502 horsepower. Both cars are powered by a 4.0-liter, naturally aspirated flat-6 engine, however, the new 911 GT3 engine is related more closely to the 911 GT3 Cup. One interesting change is that the new 911 GT3 lacks access to the engine bay. When you pull the lever to release what you think is the engine access, all you get is access to add fluids. This is because the engine has been situated so low and deep within the car that even with engine bay access, you would not be able to reach anything. To some, this might be a disadvantage of the new 911 GT3. Image Source: Porsche Wheels, Tires, and Brakes While the body shapes of the 991 and 992 Porsche 911 GT3 may look similar, one of the important distinctions to make between the two is the fact that the 992 GT3 has a much wider body. This change allowed Porsche to make some important improvements to the wheels, tires, and brakes for better track performance. To start, the 992 GT3 is the first to feature staggered wheel sizes. You will notice that while the front wheels of the car are 20 inches, the rear wheels are 21 inches, which means greater road contact for the rear wheels, which are the drive wheels, and improved acceleration. The tires play an even more important role, as the wider body meant that Porsche could fit Michelin PilotSport Cup 2 R tires on the new GT3, which are motorsport tires on a road-legal car. Having these larger wheels and tires opens the door for larger brakes, as well. The new GT3 gets incredible 16-inch brake discs in the front, with 6 pistons, while the back gets 15-inch discs with 4 pistons. Because of the 992 GT3’s wider body compared to the 991, the 991 was, unfortunately, unable to get any of these bonuses. Image Source: Porsche Suspension The suspension also provides advantages for the 992 GT3 that enable it to be faster, as the suspension in the 992 GT3 features, for the first time, a double-wishbone setup at the front, multi-link rear axle, and adjustability for racing. The rear-wheel steering for stability at high speeds and tighter cornering at lower speeds is continued from the 991 and improved upon, by using a suspension adapted for the road for the 992 GT3 from the 911 RSR and 911 GT3 Cup cars, resulting in a car that easily dominates the track and the road. Image Source: Porsche Interior With a new 911 comes a new interior, and it signifies one of the biggest changes that occurred between the 991 GT3 and the 992 GT3. Unlike the 991 GT3, the 992 GT3 debuted with both a manual transmission and a PDK transmission available. Until the 991.2, only the PDK was available for the 991 GT3. However, if you do get the PDK transmission in the 992, you won’t miss out on the sporty feel of the manual, as the gear lever is adapted from the manual and has the same exact look and feel, except for the fact that it, of course, controls an automatic transmission. An interesting feature of the 992 GT3 is that it introduces a “Track Screen” to the instrument panel. When the Track driving mode is selected, extraneous information on the instrument panel screens literally disappears, and what you’re left with is only information that is necessary for racing, like temperatures, the tachometer, and the speedometer. While both cars have incredible interiors, the performance dedication goes the extra mile in the 992, with thinner carpet in the back compartment, and more modern equipment courtesy of a more modern 911. Image Source: Porsche Performance What all these improvements, and more culminate in, is a faster, and in many ways, better Porsche 911 GT3 between the 991 and 992 generations. The aggressive aero kit on the 911 GT3 introduced the largest diffuser yet on the 911 GT3 and optimized airflow throughout the car. One easy detail to notice about the new GT3 is the unusual rear spoiler on the car. Porsche calls this the “Swan Neck Wing," and by mounting the spoiler from the top rather than the bottom, the surface area on the bottom of the spoiler can be maximized, helping generate more downforce. As a matter of fact, compared to its predecessor, the Porsche 911 GT3 is able to achieve as much as 150% more downforce, which translates to better handling, wherever you drive the GT3. The spoiler is adjustable and allows the driver to tune it for road or track use. However, the potential disadvantages of the aero kit are also something that Porsche has considered. Available for the new Porsche 911 GT3 is a front axle lift system that lifts the car when it needs to clear steep driveways or other bumps, which is also linked to the GPS system so that the car remembers to do it when it comes to a familiar obstacle. Porsche has gone to the ends of the earth for weight savings on the new GT3, from a carbon-fiber roof and hood to lightweight glass. Because of this, despite being a larger and more powerful car, the new 992 Porsche 911 GT3 manages to weigh a similar amount to the 991 GT3 while being a larger, more powerful car. The on-track performance is where this all truly shines, as just when Porsche fans thought it couldn’t get any better than it was, the 991 GT3 was eclipsed by the 992 GT3 in the name of 17 seconds on the Nürburgring, an incredible amount, especially considering the fact that it is a new generation of an existing car compared to its predecessor. And not only did it do that, but it also eclipsed 7 minutes. The Porsche 991 GT3 and the Porsche 992 GT3 are both incredible cars, but the new generation shows remarkable improvement. 992 Porsche 911 GT3 Specs Horsepower: 502 hp Torque: 346 lb-ft 0-60 mph: 3.2 s 1/4 mile: 10.9 @ 129 mph Weight: 3,126 lbs Nürburgring Lap Time: 6:59.9 991 Porsche 911 GT3 Specs Horsepower: 493 hp Torque: 339 lb/ft 0-60 mph: 3.8 s 1/4 mile: 11.7 @ 126 mph Weight: 3,115 lbs Nürburgring Lap Time: 7:12.7 All 911 GT3s For Sale Source: Porsche

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 25, 2022

Leh Keen's New 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 In Paint-to-Sample Go...

The new GT3 with a stunning custom gold finish. While the Porsche brand prides itself on offering an extensive fleet of performance sports cars, they also feature a creative configuration process that showcases an extensive paint-to-sample color palette. With dozens of individual options to choose from, the range of possible combinations means seeing a pair of identical 911s is particularly rare. No stranger to Porsche, American race car driver Leh Keen expresses his love for the German automotive manufacturer with the creation of his vintage Safari 911 models. The design specialist at Porsche is proud to work closely with Leh Keen on his all-new 2022 Porsche 911 GT3. The one-of-a-kind spec presents the new 992 generation in PTS Gold Bronze Metallic that took over 2-days to complete. MUST-READ: The Best Paint to Sample Porsche 911’s You Can Buy Today After showing up for delivery day, Leh Keen remembers the experiences stating “At the dealership when they pulled the cover off of it, I was kind of stunned over how beautiful it was.” With Paint to Sample, more than 100 additional pre-approved colors beyond the standard offering are available from the factory on a new 911 or 718. The Taycan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Macan have more than 50 additional choices available. Needless to say, the pictures from the photoshoot show how much Leh is enjoying his magnificent Porsche 911 GT3. View all of the current 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 examples for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more luxury gear releases and celebrity car news. View All 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 For Sale Source: Porsche

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 21, 2022

Porsche Unveils 911 Classic Club Coupe for the Porsche Cl...

The 996 generation 911 gets a restoration overhaul from Porsche. The classic styling of the Porsche 911 will forever live on as one of the most iconic sports cars in the automotive world, with a timeline of generations that embody their own characteristics and performance attributes. Although the German sports car manufacturer always looks to push the boundaries of modern design, technology, and performance, it also showcases its past with reimagined examples based on models from previous generations. Porsche is proud to highlight its creative talents with the new one-of-a-kind 911 Classic Club Coupe for the Porsche Club of America. The idea to transform an everyday 996 Porsche 911 Carrera into a rolling time capsule began at the hands of the Porsche Club of America and Head of Individualization and Classic at Porsche Alexander Fabig. The base vehicle is a neglected black 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera that was in poor condition after spending most of its life at a dealership in Columbia, Virginia, where PCA executive director Vu Nguyen found it. After its full nut and bolt restoration, the Porsche 911 Classic Club Coupe now presents itself in a Sport Grey Metallic finish. The exterior also features twin race strips painstakingly painted in blue and light sport grey. The all-grey paint scheme is inspired by the Sport Grey Metallic finish of the 911 Sport Classic (Type 997). The Porsche 911 Classic Club Coupe highlights updated exterior components from other 911 generations, like the rear fixed ducktail spoiler from the 1972 911 RS 2.7 or 18-inch forged wheels that replicate the legendary Fuchs rims. The 911 has also been upgraded to a second-generation 911 GT3 including the 3.6-liter engine that generates 375-horsepower. The chassis and brakes also come from the GT3 of that generation. The sport-focused theme exterior makes its way into the interior, highlighting Porsche’s modern take on its classic Pepita houndstooth woven leather design. The interior layout features a set of sport-style seats that include embroidered ‘911 Classic Club Coupe’ blue logos in the headrest, which complement the matching door cards and trim accents. Along with a newly remodeled interior, the configuration features updated period-correct technology and amenity options that help keep the 996 up to date. Completing the bespoke build and commemorating the group efforts achieved by the passionate team at Porsche, the all-new Porsche 911 Classic Club Coupe includes a “911 Classic Club Coupe No. 001/001” dashboard badge. The new restoration from Porsche hopefully opens the door to upcoming special projects and builds. View all of the current Porsche 996 911 models for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more upcoming luxury gear releases and supercar news. View All Porsche 911s For Sale Source: Porsche

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