Porsche 911 GT3 996
The pure, analogue genesis of the water-cooled GT3 dynasty.
- Power
- 360 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.7 s
- Top speed
- 188 mph
- Est. value
- $95k–$160k
About the Porsche 911 GT3 996
The 996.1 GT3 was the first road-going 911 to bear the GT3 badge, serving as a homologation special for the FIA GT3 class. It features the legendary 'Mezger' flat-six, a motorsport-derived unit with a dry-sump oiling system and titanium connecting rods, distinct from the standard 996 Carrera engine. Stripped of rear seats and sound deadening, it was the first production car to lap the Nürburgring Nordschleife in under eight minutes. Never officially sold in North America, it is now highly prized by collectors for its raw, mechanical feedback and historical significance as the start of Porsche's modern GT era.
Porsche 911 GT3 996 specs
The Porsche 911 GT3 996 produces 360 bhp (268 kW) and 370 Nm (273 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.7 seconds and has a top speed of 188 mph (302 km/h).
| Make | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Model | 911 GT3 |
| Generation | 996 |
| Trim | GT3 |
| Years | 1999–2005 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 1,868 built |
| Engine | 3.6-litre Mezger flat-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,600 cc (3.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 360 bhp (268 kW) at 7,200 rpm |
| Torque | 370 Nm (273 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,800 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.7 s |
| Top speed | 188 mph (302 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,350 kg (2,976 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 267 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Porsche 911 GT3 996 worth?
A typical Porsche 911 GT3 996 is estimated to be worth $95,000 – $160,000 (about £71,000 – £119,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Porsche 911 GT3 996 rarity in CarSpot
The Porsche 911 GT3 996 is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 73 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Porsche 911 GT3 996 fun facts
- The 996.1 GT3 engine is a direct descendant of the unit used in the 911 GT1 Le Mans winner.
- Porsche originally planned to build only 1,400 units, but high demand forced production to nearly 1,900.
- It was developed by two-time WRC champion Walter Röhrl, who helped fine-tune its track-focused chassis.
