Porsche 996.2 GT3 RS market report: prices, options and known problems (October 2026)

What a 996.2 GT3 RS sells for today, how asking prices compare, which factory options matter and what to check before you buy or sell. Built from 9 cars we track by VIN on 911 Tracker.

Model years

2004–2005

Built for the US (est.)

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Cars tracked by VIN

9

Sales tracked

4

For sale now

6

What it sells for

We have 4 recorded sales of the 996.2 GT3 RS between 2023 and 2025, from $215,000 to $385,000 (median $329,000). In the last 24 months, 1 sold, with a median of $290,000.

Asking prices right now

6 are listed for sale, 6 with a price. The median asking price is $549,948. That is +90% against a typical sale today. See every 996.2 GT3 RS for sale.

Known problems to check

• Coolant pipe fittings (glued/bonded) pulling out

  The GT1-derived Mezger engine's coolant manifolds use aluminium pipes bonded into cast housings; after many heat cycles (especially track use) the adhesive can let go and a pipe can pull out, dumping coolant, sometimes onto the rear tyres. Applies to 996 GT3 RS (Mezger GT1-block engines). Cost not stated by this source. From the 911 Buyers shop: this is mainly a concern on cars tracked hard for long sessions; we don't see it fail often on cars driven on the road. Pinned pipes are still a plus when you buy or sell.

  Fix: Pipes pinned (or re-bonded/welded) in the housings; normally an engine-out job, often combined with clutch/other work.

  Source: sharkwerks.com

• Rear main seal leak

  RMS leaks are widely discussed on 996 GT3s; a few left the factory leaking.

  Fix: Replace the seal (gearbox-out), ideally with the clutch.

  Source: classicmotorsports.com

• Cam timing actuator wear (tracked cars)

  Excess valvetrain noise on hard-tracked 996 GT3s is linked to worn cam timing actuators.

  Fix: Replace actuators; the cited specialist recommends a rebuild if needed.

  Source: classicmotorsports.com

Factory specs

Engine

3.6 L Mezger (M96/79) flat-six, naturally aspirated, dry sump

Horsepower

381

Torque (lb-ft)

284

Redline (rpm)

8200

Gearbox

6-speed close-ratio manual

Weight (lb)

2998

0–60 mph (s)

4.3

Top speed (mph)

190