At our auto repair shop in Cincinnati, we repair Porsches all day long. You might think it’s just a job, but no — it’s our passion. We think Porsches; we dream Porsches — we practically live and breathe them. That’s why we’re big fans of the Porsche 911 GT2 RS MR, an absolute dream of a car and the best GT2 RS that money can buy.
But if you follow Porsche or are any kind of a fan of the European car, you know it likes to outdo itself. The company is winding down production of the Type 991.2 911 GT3 RS in anticipation of the Type 992 GT3. And apparently, Manthey Racing has contributed to the design, according to EVO Magazine.
You can now get a Manthey Racing Kit for any Type 991.X style 911 GT3 RS. But be prepared to spend your heart out on it to the tune of $74,800 (€63,696).
Under the Hood
What makes it worth that kind of money? Good question. Seeing is believing.
“The two most important parts, that also cost the most, are the suspension and wheels. The fully adjustable coil-over suspension from the 911 GT3-R race car is transplanted into the GT3 RS, and comes at a price of $11,400 (€9738).
“The wheels are fully magnesium racing wheels, again transplanted from the 911 GT3-R. You have the choice of silver, black, platinum silver, or gold. They come shod in Michelin Sport Cup 2R semi-slicks, which are barely road legal.
“In addition to those bits, you get a full carbon fiber aerodynamic replacement package. Gone is the standard rear wing and front splitter, replaced with aggressive, track-focused pieces including dive canards on the front bumper and an entirely new lower rear venturi shroud.”
Race You to the Suburbs of Cincinnati!
Basically, you get a prime racing car that you can also use to shuffle the kids in between soccer practices. Sounds good to us! We’ll keep doing what we do best — repairing Porsches — and we’ll save our money. That swear jar is getting pretty full!
