What is it?
2003 Porsche 911 GT3
What's Special About It?
The GT3 takes the already impressive performance of the standard 911 and ups the ante with even more horsepower, better brakes and a more streamlined shape. Recalibration of the engine's VarioCam valve timing system allows for even higher sustained engine speeds that results in a bump in peak horsepower to an even 380 horsepower and 284 pound-feet of torque. Six piston calipers bite down on even larger front discs (13.8 inches) while even more added performance can be achieved with the optional Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) which feature discs that are 50-percent lighter than the standard metal rotors. Aerodynamic changes include a reshaped front spoiler, redesigned side gills and a hard-to-miss adjustable rear spoiler. Special 18-inch wheels specific to the GT3 wear 235/40 tires up front and 295/30 meats in back. The dedication to maximum speed continues in the cockpit where synthetic seat material reduces weight by 44 pounds and the removal of the rear seats altogether further drops the total by 17.6 pounds.
Why Should You Care?
If a standard Carrera is a bit too tame for you and the Turbo a bit too expensive, the GT3 provides the perfect alternative.
2003 Porsche 911 GT3
What's Special About It?
The GT3 takes the already impressive performance of the standard 911 and ups the ante with even more horsepower, better brakes and a more streamlined shape. Recalibration of the engine's VarioCam valve timing system allows for even higher sustained engine speeds that results in a bump in peak horsepower to an even 380 horsepower and 284 pound-feet of torque. Six piston calipers bite down on even larger front discs (13.8 inches) while even more added performance can be achieved with the optional Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) which feature discs that are 50-percent lighter than the standard metal rotors. Aerodynamic changes include a reshaped front spoiler, redesigned side gills and a hard-to-miss adjustable rear spoiler. Special 18-inch wheels specific to the GT3 wear 235/40 tires up front and 295/30 meats in back. The dedication to maximum speed continues in the cockpit where synthetic seat material reduces weight by 44 pounds and the removal of the rear seats altogether further drops the total by 17.6 pounds.
Why Should You Care?
If a standard Carrera is a bit too tame for you and the Turbo a bit too expensive, the GT3 provides the perfect alternative.
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