When the Porsche 911 R broke cover back in 2016, it stunned with a relatively simple formula. For starters, it featured the naturally-aspirated 4.0-liter engine out of the GT3 RS. However, the 911 R weighed significantly less than its track-oriented sibling. However, the most significant change was adding a six-speed manual transmission, a forbidden option for the GT3 RS.
In total, the flat-six engine produced 500 hp and 338 lb-ft, enough to rocket the 911 R to 60 mph in 3.7 and on to a top speed of 200 mph. A pair of 16.1-inch carbon-ceramic brake rotors and smaller 15.4-inch ones in the rear help keep that speed in check.
To put its lightweight sports car on a diet, Porsche doubled down on its use of molded carbon fiber throughout. This includes the front, the front lid, fenders, and the backs of the bucket seats. A set of 20-inch forged wheels and a magnesium roof also brings the weight down.
However, the most drastic change was removing the A/C system, speakers, and rear seats. Those items were available as optional extras if you want a more livable sports car.
With just 991 units ever produced, the 911 R is one of the rarest sports cars Porsche has ever made. Back in 2016, you got first dibs at a 911 R if you had already purchased the brand’s hypercar of the time, the 918 Spyder. The 911 R’s $185,950 starting price quickly vanished once the car hit the used market, selling for well over $450,000. If you’re interested in owning this driver’s car masterpiece from Porsche, view some of the best examples avaialble for sale below, or click the button to view all Porsche 911 Rs for sale.
2016 Porsche 911 R
2016 Porsche 911 R
2016 Porsche 911 R
2016 Porsche 911 R
2016 Porsche 911 R
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