2011 911 GT3 RS

Unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, the 997.2 Porsche 911 GT3 RS was a track-focused evolution of the GT3, built to homologate the race-spec GT3 R and engineered for uncompromised performance. Its 3.8-liter naturally aspirated flat-six produced 444 horsepower at 7,900 rpm and 317 lb-ft of torque at 6,750 rpm, and came paired with shorter transmission ratios to deliver sharper acceleration and a redline of 8,500 rpm. Standard features included PASM suspension, dynamic engine mounts, titanium connecting rods, a widened track, and a fixed carbon fiber rear wing for a more aggressive look than the GT3.

This 2011 911 GT3 RS was finished in Gray Black with Red graphics, Red mirror caps, and matching Red center-lock wheels over a Black leather and Alcantara interior with Red seatbelts and door pulls. A one-owner car showing just 9,500 miles, it was nicely optioned with PCCB brakes, Front Axle Lift, Sport Chrono Plus, Sound Package Plus, and clear taillights. An excellent example throughout, it came accompanied by a DME report, window sticker, owner’s manuals, service records, and a clean CarFax.

Over the past twelve months, 997.2 GT3 RS values have averaged $429,100, with a low of $294,997 and a high of $636,300 for an 11,600-mile example sold last month. Interestingly, that car’s final bid was $606,000, with the buyer’s premium pushing it to the record figure. Prior to that sale, the twelve-month high stood at $575,000. Our Spotlight Car, despite showing fewer miles, hammered at a higher bid of $625,000 but reached only $632,500 with fees, falling just short of the record. Either way, 997.2 GT3 RS values have clearly reached a whole new level.

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