2003 Porsche 911 (996) GT3 RS

Porsche introduced the Porsche 911 GT3 RS in 2003 as an even more track-focused version of the 996 GT3. The "RS" moniker, characteristic lightweight blue or red wheels and "GT3 RS" side stickers link the 996 GT3 RS to historically important Porsches such as the Carrera 2.7 RS of the early 1970s. The RS is lighter than its GT3 sibling, thanks to the use of a polycarbonate rear window and a carbon fibre bonnet and rear wing.

The 996 GT3 RS has a slightly different engine specification to the 996 GT3, with the cylinder heads having reshaped intake and exhaust ports to comply with race homologation regulations. The wheel carriers are totally redesigned to maximize the improved dynamic camber control, the suspension top mounts can be turned 120 degrees to a "Cup Car" position and both front and rear control arms are adjustable.

During the 996 GT3 RS production run from 2003 to 2005, Porsche built only 140 right-hand drive cars and 113 of those were officially imported into to the UK.

This RHD 996 GT3 RS is finished in Carrera White with Blue decals and detailing and is in stunning condition throughout, having had just two previous owners. The car has all the usual GT3 RS specification including: roll cage, rear console in exterior colour, automatic air conditioning, top tinted windscreen, Porsche CDR 23 radio, blue belts, blue harnesses, Alcantara steering wheel, fire extinguisher, blue decals and factory-finish blue wheels with a polished edge.

Along with the standard specification, some carefully selected modifications have been carried out to enhance the driving experience. These include uprated Bilstein suspension and upgraded rose jointed triple rear links, Cargraphic exhaust, Alcon front discs and a Fabspeed custom carbon air intake. This example has been used and cherished by a true Porsche enthusiast and has been maintained regardless of cost.

Showing 26,889 miles, the car is presented with a range of invoices detailing work carried out on the vehicle and a service book showing the following stamps:

27/08/04 - Porsche Centre Guildford - 14,888 mls15/09/11 - Tognola Engineering Ltd - 19,234 mls 25/09/12 - Tognola Engineering Ltd - 22,889 mls 11/12/13 - Tognola Engineering Ltd - 24,672 mls 05/03/14 - Tognola Engineering Ltd - 26,639 mls

The 996 is the first generation of the modern day GT3 RS models and will always be celebrated as one of Porsche's true driver's cars.