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Auction archive: Lot number 128

2008 Porsche 911 GT2 VIN. WP0AD29948S796175

Estimate
US$190,000 - US$220,000
Price realised:
US$190,080
Auction archive: Lot number 128

2008 Porsche 911 GT2 VIN. WP0AD29948S796175

Estimate
US$190,000 - US$220,000
Price realised:
US$190,080
Beschreibung:

3.6-Liter Twin-Turbo Flat 6-Cylinder Engine Electronic Fuel Injection 530BHP at 6,500 RPM 6-Speed Manual Transaxle 4-Wheel Independent Suspension 4-Wheel Carbon Ceramic Disc Brakes *Fastest and Most Powerful 911 of Its Day *6-Speed Manual transmission *Routinely maintained by Carlsen Porsche *Less than 8,300 miles from new THE 911 GT2 In the top category, GT1, factory and factory-backed teams from Corvette, Viper, Aston Martin and others provided exciting competition. They sometimes challenged the prototypes for overall victory and on some occasions took home overall wins. But it was GT2, essentially race-prepared production cars, that filled out the race grids, generated continuing excitement throughout the races and produced some of the most exciting contests. And in GT2 for years no one challenged Porsche's 911 for speed, reliability, consistency and results. Its success led Porsche to create a new model, the Carrera GT2, combining the names of two fabulously successful Porsche racing venues. Introduced in 1994, the Porsche GT2 was built to comply with FIA and ACO regulations. Twin turbocharged, wide body, and light weight, the first GT2s featured air ducts in the rear wing supports, a feature which would come to characterize the GT2 series in coming years. An improved 997-series 911 and a new GT2 was introduced in late 2007 as a 2008 model. With variable geometry turbochargers its 3.6 liter 4-valve, variable timing quad camshaft flat six developed 530hp at 6,500rpm and a staggering 505ft-lb torque at only 2,200rpm with a flat torque curve from there to 4,500rpm. Capable of 0-60mph in 3.3 seconds, the 997-series 911 Carrera GT2 was – somewhat surprisingly after all Porsche's legendary road car accomplishments – the first road Porsche to break 200mph. Its top speed is 204mph. The prodigious power and torque of the 3.6-liter engine passed through a conventional 6-speed manual transmission. Weighing 3,170 pounds with full road and passenger equipment, the power-weight ratio is under 6 pounds per horsepower. In another first for Porsche, the 997 GT2 was equipped from the factory with carbon-ceramic brake discs squeezed by 6-piston front calipers and 4-piston calipers at the rear. Innovative design of the "expansion-type intake manifold" achieved the seemingly contradictory results of increased absolute power and increased fuel efficiency. Many other features distinguish the 997-series 911 Carrera GT2 including a unique nose and splitter, the now characteristic rear wing with air ducts integrated into the pylons, muffler and tailpipes made of lightweight titanium and Porsche Active Suspension Management with 19" diameter wheels mounted with 235/35 front and massive 325/30 rear tires. The interior is configured as the work station for a dedicated driver, but one accustomed to comfort and convenience. Sports-style bucket seats are upholstered in leather with Alcantara centers. The seats themselves are molded from glass and carbon fiber reinforced composites with carbon fiber surfaces. Alcantara covers the steering wheel rim, shift knob and other interior surfaces. A high-end stereo system is standard. The list of advanced and innovative features of the 2008 911 GT2 goes on and on, a copywriter's dream assignment, but also a driver's dream car that matches comfort with performance to a degree that is unmatched in any of its contemporaries. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED Finished in a color reminiscent of some of the earliest German Grand Prix cars, this Carrera White Porsche GT2 represents one of the more extreme performance cars in the Stuttgart firm's storied past. This historic theme continues beyond the painted wheels and exterior graphics to the interior finished with black leather and Alcantara. The center tunnel and dash trim contrast in a matching Carrera White finish to complete the look. All in, it makes for a very refined and smart build for such a unbridled type of car. Additional options include fully red tail lamps, an aluminum

Auction archive: Lot number 128
Auction:
Datum:
10 Apr 2021
Auction house:
Bonhams London
Los Angeles
Beschreibung:

3.6-Liter Twin-Turbo Flat 6-Cylinder Engine Electronic Fuel Injection 530BHP at 6,500 RPM 6-Speed Manual Transaxle 4-Wheel Independent Suspension 4-Wheel Carbon Ceramic Disc Brakes *Fastest and Most Powerful 911 of Its Day *6-Speed Manual transmission *Routinely maintained by Carlsen Porsche *Less than 8,300 miles from new THE 911 GT2 In the top category, GT1, factory and factory-backed teams from Corvette, Viper, Aston Martin and others provided exciting competition. They sometimes challenged the prototypes for overall victory and on some occasions took home overall wins. But it was GT2, essentially race-prepared production cars, that filled out the race grids, generated continuing excitement throughout the races and produced some of the most exciting contests. And in GT2 for years no one challenged Porsche's 911 for speed, reliability, consistency and results. Its success led Porsche to create a new model, the Carrera GT2, combining the names of two fabulously successful Porsche racing venues. Introduced in 1994, the Porsche GT2 was built to comply with FIA and ACO regulations. Twin turbocharged, wide body, and light weight, the first GT2s featured air ducts in the rear wing supports, a feature which would come to characterize the GT2 series in coming years. An improved 997-series 911 and a new GT2 was introduced in late 2007 as a 2008 model. With variable geometry turbochargers its 3.6 liter 4-valve, variable timing quad camshaft flat six developed 530hp at 6,500rpm and a staggering 505ft-lb torque at only 2,200rpm with a flat torque curve from there to 4,500rpm. Capable of 0-60mph in 3.3 seconds, the 997-series 911 Carrera GT2 was – somewhat surprisingly after all Porsche's legendary road car accomplishments – the first road Porsche to break 200mph. Its top speed is 204mph. The prodigious power and torque of the 3.6-liter engine passed through a conventional 6-speed manual transmission. Weighing 3,170 pounds with full road and passenger equipment, the power-weight ratio is under 6 pounds per horsepower. In another first for Porsche, the 997 GT2 was equipped from the factory with carbon-ceramic brake discs squeezed by 6-piston front calipers and 4-piston calipers at the rear. Innovative design of the "expansion-type intake manifold" achieved the seemingly contradictory results of increased absolute power and increased fuel efficiency. Many other features distinguish the 997-series 911 Carrera GT2 including a unique nose and splitter, the now characteristic rear wing with air ducts integrated into the pylons, muffler and tailpipes made of lightweight titanium and Porsche Active Suspension Management with 19" diameter wheels mounted with 235/35 front and massive 325/30 rear tires. The interior is configured as the work station for a dedicated driver, but one accustomed to comfort and convenience. Sports-style bucket seats are upholstered in leather with Alcantara centers. The seats themselves are molded from glass and carbon fiber reinforced composites with carbon fiber surfaces. Alcantara covers the steering wheel rim, shift knob and other interior surfaces. A high-end stereo system is standard. The list of advanced and innovative features of the 2008 911 GT2 goes on and on, a copywriter's dream assignment, but also a driver's dream car that matches comfort with performance to a degree that is unmatched in any of its contemporaries. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED Finished in a color reminiscent of some of the earliest German Grand Prix cars, this Carrera White Porsche GT2 represents one of the more extreme performance cars in the Stuttgart firm's storied past. This historic theme continues beyond the painted wheels and exterior graphics to the interior finished with black leather and Alcantara. The center tunnel and dash trim contrast in a matching Carrera White finish to complete the look. All in, it makes for a very refined and smart build for such a unbridled type of car. Additional options include fully red tail lamps, an aluminum

Auction archive: Lot number 128
Auction:
Datum:
10 Apr 2021
Auction house:
Bonhams London
Los Angeles
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