Porsche 911 GT3 RS 997.2
The GT3 maxed for downforce — swan-neck wing, DRS, center-locks, and a 9,000-rpm naturally aspirated flat-six.
18 reviewers · 24 videos · 7 hours watched · 11 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling, but split on daily drivability and value.
across 18 reviewers
"it's totally usable on the road I could daily this it's not too extreme"
Mat Watson Cars · ▶ 9:26"the gt3 RS has pretty harsh for everyday street use but then that's not what it was built for"
MotorWeek · ▶ 6:47"What makes this very cool to me is the collectible nature of it and in the particular case of this car the fact that you can't get one like this."
Shmee150 · ▶ 24:25"is it worth twice the money of a .1 GT3 now... no it's not twice the car"
Zygrene · ▶ 16:51Performance
5.0/518 of 18 reviewersstrong consensus“It's actually the most powerful six-cylinder naturally aspirated engine ever fitted to an automobile.”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 78:46“This Mezger engine is something else. Not just how quick the car is... the noise it makes, but the response, the linearity.”
positive · Top Gear · ▶ 36:05“I had not piloted a Porsche 911 that revved so freely bred so strongly all the way to the redline had such a visceral sound”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 3:21Handling
5.0/517 of 18 reviewersstrong consensus“Every little tiny move in this car is a big response. And that's one of the things that makes it feel so special.”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 80:25“The way this car gets down the road, the feedback immediately from the steering and the chassis is absolutely familiar.”
positive · Top Gear · ▶ 35:35“it grips well it communicates well to you it rides unbelievably well”
positive · 9WERKS TV · ▶ 8:50Fun to drive
5.0/518 of 18 reviewersstrong consensus“That is a pornographic noise.”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 80:22“It's just the king. It's the daddy. It's peak 911. It's peak life.”
positive · Top Gear · ▶ 62:37“this thing it feels expressive and it moves around and it responds to you no matter what speed you're going at”
positive · PistonHeads · ▶ 12:15Daily drivability
2.5/517 of 18 reviewerssplit“the gt3 RS has pretty harsh for everyday street use but then that's not what it was built for”
critical · MotorWeek · ▶ 6:47“this is not a daily driver this is you know when you get into traffic with this you're actually like [ __ ] i don't want to press the clutch”
critical · DrivewithRoy · ▶ 4:55“comfort is low the ride is harsh the seats are narrow”
critical · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 19:31Value
4.0/517 of 18 reviewerssplit“What makes this very cool to me is the collectible nature of it and in the particular case of this car the fact that you can't get one like this.”
positive · Shmee150 · ▶ 24:25“yes the 4 lit is more desirable but they're £400,000 now these are believe it or not better value”
positive · Mat Watson Cars · ▶ 9:53“is it worth twice the money of a .1 GT3 now... no it's not twice the car”
critical · Zygrene · ▶ 16:51Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- Road & Track
Is Manthey’s Magic Worth It?
◆Worth itThe Manthey GT3 kit is a no-brainer for track enthusiasts, but the RS MR kit is a specialized tool that demands a high level of driver commitment.
- Best for
- Dedicated track-day enthusiasts who want to maximize circuit potential.
- Watch out
- Harsh ride quality · Brake pads require significant heat · RS MR requires high driver skill · Loss of rear window on RS MR
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Is Manthey’s Magic Worth It?
◆Worth itThe Manthey GT3 kit is a brilliant, accessible upgrade, while the RS MR kit is a specialized tool that demands a high level of driver skill.
- Best for
- Track-day enthusiasts looking to maximize circuit performance without engine modifications.
- Watch out
- harsh ride quality · pads require heat to perform · RS MR requires high driver skill
Quotes worth your time - Top Gear
First Drive: Porsche 911 GT3 RS 2dr PDK Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe 991 GT3 RS is an incredibly capable, secure, and fast driving device that represents the limit of what a road car can be, though it trades some raw character for modern sophistication.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts looking for a track-focused machine that can still be driven on the road.
- Watch out
- Requires high speeds to feel rewarding · Less raw character than older Mezger-engined models · Broad body can feel wide on narrow roads
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Porsche 911 GT3 RS Driving, Engines & Performance | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe GT3 RS is a track-focused masterpiece that offers unparalleled aerodynamic grip and adjustability, though it requires significant compromise for road use.
- Best for
- Track day enthusiasts and those seeking a race-car-like experience on a circuit.
- Watch out
- Lacks straight-line urgency compared to some rivals · Very stiff and loud on public roads · Attracts excessive attention
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Porsche 911 GT3 RS review: 513bhp road-racer tested Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆BuyA masterclass in engineering that manages to feel more precise and connected than its predecessor, setting a new benchmark for road-legal track cars.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking the ultimate track-focused road car with unparalleled steering precision.
- Watch out
- Stiff ride quality · Requires high focus to drive · Not designed for comfort
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Porsche 911 GT3 RS Review 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth itAn absolute masterclass in aero and chassis dynamics that prioritizes track performance over raw power.
- Best for
- track-focused enthusiasts who want the most capable 911 ever made
- Watch out
- polarizing aesthetics · requires high driver skill · no front trunk storage
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2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS First Drive Review: Ludicrous Handling, Thanks to the Air
◆Worth itThe 2023 911 GT3 RS is a race-car-level machine that redefines production-car grip, making it an essential tool for track enthusiasts.
- Best for
- dedicated track-day enthusiasts who want the highest level of performance available in a road-legal car.
- Watch out
- Not intended for those who don't frequent racetracks · Road manners remain unconfirmed · Higher curb weight than standard GT3 due to aero hardware
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The 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Is a Race Car With Training Wheels
◆Worth itThe 911 GT3 RS is a masterclass in calibrating extreme technology to make professional-level track performance accessible to enthusiasts.
- Best for
- enthusiasts seeking a visceral, track-focused experience that remains approachable through advanced driver aids.
- Watch out
- Edgy handling characteristics · High-performance focus may be intense for some
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Driving the Greatest Porsche 911s Ever Made
◆Worth itWhile the 991.2 GT2 RS is the fastest 911 ever made, the 911 R is the best driver's car of the group, prioritizing pure joy over raw speed.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking the pinnacle of Porsche's GT engineering and driving engagement.
- Watch out
- High cost of entry for limited models · Gen 1 PCCB brake warm-up requirements · Extreme performance requires driver skill
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Porsche 911 GT3 RS Review: It Makes Its Case Even Over $300,000
◆Worth itThe GT3 RS is the most aggressive, track-focused 911 ever, sacrificing road-trip practicality for race-car-level performance and adjustability.
- Best for
- track enthusiasts who want a street-legal car that performs like a race car.
- Watch out
- No trunk space · Extremely stiff ride · Complex driver-adjustable settings · Expensive Weissach package
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