This GT3 RS found its color outside the range of standard options.
Born as a race-bred brand with historical roots in motorsports, Porsche has built its world-renowned reputation and a community of passionate owners and enthusiasts behind its idea of crafting the ultimate sports car. And while performance has and will always remain the focus of its DNA, it goes without saying that Porsche also prides itself on taking a creative and personalized approach to designing its cars. Porsche’s Paint-to-Sample Program has allowed customers to configure their 911s using extensive color palettes since the early 1990s, birthing iconic shades like Speed Yellow, Mexico Blue, Irish Green, Ruby Star, and so many others. Highlighting how far Porsche and its PTS program have come, the team at The Porsche Exchange recently showcased this brand-new Porsche 911 GT3 RS in Ipanema Blue.
Where colors play a pivotal role in Porsche’s history, most come attached with a story or reasoning behind the choice of name. For Ipanema Blue, the rare turquoise metallic finish is named after the crystal clear waters of Rio de Janeiro beach. More commonly seen in 997.2 generation 911s like the Turbo S and Carrera 4 GTS, this 992 GT3 RS is the perfect example of how these influential colors continue to resurface on newer models while cementing themselves in the PTS archives. The vibrant blue finish contrasts beautifully with all the exposed gloss carbon fiber that makes the 911 GT3 RS ultra-lightweight and agile. Inside, the cabin takes a more subtle and stealthy approach with a black leather interior paired with even more exposed carbon.
The 992 Porsche 911 GT3 RS is all about precision and performance, starting with its naturally aspirated 4.0L flat-six engine that screams all the way up to 9,000 rpm. It delivers 518 horsepower and 343 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels, paired with a 7-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission. The result is a 0–60 mph time of just 3.0 seconds and a top speed of 184 mph. View all Porsche Exchange inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below.
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