PORSCHE911 GT3 (997) 2009 - 2011

　　In all of its history, Porsche built race-oriented vehicles to get an FIA approval for racing at various categories. The GT3 was just one of them, and it was the base version.

　　The Porsche 911 GT3 was built for those who wanted a car to race it around the track at the weekend and, maybe, to drive it to the circuit. It was comfortable enough to get its driver there and fast enough to get a prize.

　　The 2009 GT3 was the base model for a few versions of the GT3 (RS, RSR, R, or CUP) and it might be considered the most “civilized”. But it still looked brutal. The three wide front air-intakes on the apron and the exhaust scoop on the upper side of the bumper were specific for the RS3 lineup. On the sides, the sills were aerodynamically profiled to reduce lift, and in the back, the specific huge wing on top of the engine-lid created the necessary downforce to keep the car planted on the road.

　　Inside, the sport bucket seats were fitted as standard. The standard audio equipment was a system with CD and MP3 player and a 5” black&white display. The latest version of the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) was offered as an option, for those who wished to drive their GT3s on the road more than on the track. For the latter ones, Porsche offered a Clubsport package, which included a roll-cage in the back and a fire extinguisher. A general safety switch for the car was available as well.

　　The engine was a special 3.8-liter unit that offered 435 hp. It featured a dry-sump lubrication system, much needed on a track. It was paired exclusively with a 6-speed manual and power went to the rear wheels via an asymmetrical limited-slip differential.

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