2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS
Record-Breaking Sale
In a stunning development for Porsche collectors worldwide, a virtually brand-new 2007 Porsche 911 997.1 GT3 RS has shattered expectations by commanding an astonishing $498,000 at a recent Bring a Trailer auction.
This remarkable example, showing just 868 miles on the odometer, represents one of only 410 units delivered to the U.S. market during its limited two-year production run. Finished in the highly desirable Green exterior with contrasting black RS graphics, this time-capsule Porsche has been meticulously preserved by its sole owner since new, when it was originally purchased from Suncoast Porsche in Sarasota, Florida.
Factory Specifications
What sets this particular GT3 RS apart is not merely its pristine condition but its comprehensive factory specification. Powered by the legendary 3.6-liter Mezger flat-six engine producing 415 horsepower, the car features a precise six-speed manual transaxle and limited-slip differential—a powertrain combination revered by driving enthusiasts. The vehicle was ordered with nearly $21,000 in factory options, including the coveted $8,840 Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes, Sport Chrono Package Plus, PCM 2.1 navigation system, and distinctive Speed Yellow seatbelts that provide a striking contrast against the black leather and Alcantara interior.
Preservation & Documentation
The car's provenance is equally impressive, having been owned by a discerning collector who also recently sold a near-identical 2008 GT3 RS through the same auction platform. In preparation for the sale, the vehicle received comprehensive servicing including fluid changes, new Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, and replacement air filters, ensuring it remains ready for both display and spirited driving. The sale included all original documentation, including the window sticker confirming its original $144,785 MSRP, complete literature, service records, and a clean Carfax report confirming its accident-free history.
Market Impact
This record-setting sale at $498,000 represents a watershed moment in the Porsche collector market, demonstrating the extraordinary premium now commanded by low-mileage, perfectly specified examples of modern Porsche motorsport models. The first-generation 997 GT3 RS has long been celebrated by enthusiasts as perhaps the last of the truly analog Porsche GT cars, combining race-derived technology with an engaging, driver-focused experience unfiltered by excessive electronic intervention. Its limited production numbers, combined with its significance in Porsche's motorsport lineage, have cemented its status as a blue-chip collectible.
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