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Michelin developed Pilot Sport S5 tires for the Porsche 911 GT3 RS

Michelin has produced special tires for one of the fastest road-legal cars, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS. These are the Michelin Pilot Sport S5 tires, which have been specially developed with a focus on cold and wet weather.

These tires join the existing three sets of Michelin tires used by the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, including winter tires and the Pilot Sport Cup 2 R ultra-high-performance tires for dry conditions. However, what differentiates the current offering from the Pilot Sport S5 tires is that these tires are more durable, have a depth of 7.4 millimeters and four large central grooves for ejecting a larger amount of water. They also contain a higher amount of silica, which allows them to function optimally at temperatures between 4 and 16 degrees.

Porsche tested the new tires on a 2.7 km long track and the result is outstanding. Using 275/35 ZR 20 front and 335/30 ZR 21 rear tires, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS was almost 10 seconds faster than with the Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires for dry track.

The Michelin Pilot Sport S5 tires can be ordered through Porsche dealerships. “We are responding to the demand of our performance-oriented customers, who have expressed their desire to spend more time on the track during the spring and fall. The new tires significantly increase the annual operating period of the 911 GT3 RS,” said Andreas Preuninger, Director of GT Vehicles at Porsche.

Source: Porsche

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Michelin developed Pilot Sport S5 tires for the Porsche 911 GT3 RS
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2024 Porsche 911 GT3

While we wait for Porsche to introduce several new models, such as the 911 Cabriolet and 911 Hybrid, the Stuttgart-based company is seriously considering the new 911 GT3 model. According to photos from Spain, the car is currently in the testing phase.

This news will delight all enthusiasts of the German brand and especially the GT3 model. So far, Porsche has not made any statement about this. The current 911 GT3 is powered by a 4.0-liter naturally-aspirated flat-six engine with an impressive 510hp (375 kW) and 347 lb-ft (470Nm) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 3.4 seconds with a top speed of 197 mph (318 kph). Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via manual or automatic seven-speed transmission (PDK).

First of all, this car should not be confused with the GT3 RS model. At first glance, we could say that the design of the front part has been retained, however, some changes can still be noticed, such as the slightly moved up front lights. At the rear, a large spoiler and two centrally located exhaust pipes can be seen, while both sides of the rear bumper are covered.

Inside, camouflage covers most. Some earlier information indicated that Porsche could enrich this model with a digital instrument panel.

We will have more information after Porsche makes a statement about this model.

Source: Carscoops

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Porsche 911 GT3 RS

Auction house Bonhams has announced the sale of the Porsche 911 GT3 RS. The owner of this model is one of the largest Porsche collectors in the world, Jerry Seinfeld.

The 911 GT3 RS is painted in Liquid Chrome Blue Metallic and is equipped with an axle lift system, LED lighting, ceramic brakes, a larger fuel tank and a Porsche Sport Chrono Package. Also, the rear wing was removed, so that the Porsche would have the classic look of a 911. The total cost of customizing Porsche was more than $ 250,000, bringing the value of the car to $ 450,000.

It is a unique GT3 RS, produced in 2016, and one of the most powerful 911 models. The GT3 RS is powered by a 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine with 520 hp. The engine is paired with a 7-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic transmission. At just 1,500 miles, it really is a unique car. The car was serviced in 2019 and will be ready for a new owner.

The catalog value of the car is $ 290,000 – $ 330,000.

Source: Bonhams