Model database · data as of Oct 20, 2026
Porsche 997.2 GT3 RS 4.0: specs, options, paint and production
997.2 GT3 RS 4.0, model years 2011. 600 built worldwide; 141 for the US. Plus 16 for Canada. 600 built worldwide.
- Model years
- 2011
- Generation
- 997.2
- Cars tracked by VIN
- 30
- Sales recorded
- 25
- For sale now
- 3
- Factory-decoded cars
- 25
- Median recorded sale
- $706,000
Factory specs
| Engine | 4.0 L Mezger (M97/77R) flat-six, naturally aspirated; RSR-derived crankshaft, titanium rods |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 500 hp @ 8,250 rpm |
| Torque | 339 lb-ft @ 5,750 rpm |
| Redline | 8,500 rpm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual |
| Drive | RWD |
| Curb weight | 2,998 lb |
| 0–60 mph | 3.8 s |
| Top speed | 193 mph |
| Base MSRP when new | $185,000 |
600 announced (elferspot/stuttcars count 613 incl. 39 PTS); 157 to North America (SCM). MY2011. Nordschleife 7:27.
- Last and largest Mezger road engine: 4.0 L, 500 hp
- RSR-derived crankshaft and titanium connecting rods
- Carbon bonnet and front wings; manual only; 7:27 Nordschleife
Paint colors on tracked cars
2 colors across 25 tracked 997.2 GT3 RS 4.0s with a known color. Paint codes come from factory VIN decodes where we have them.
| Color | Paint code | Cars | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrara White | B4 | 15 | 60% |
| Black | A1 | 10 | 40% |
Factory options seen on tracked cars
Every option code on the 25 997.2 GT3 RS 4.0s we have a factory VIN decode for, most common first. A low share means few cars have it. Original prices are shown where we have them.
| Code | Option | Cars | Share | Original price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 870 | Universal Audio Interface | 22 | 88% | — |
| 619 | Bluetooth Phone Interface | 21 | 84% | — |
| ZLR | RS 4.0 Logo in Red on Rear Lid | 21 | 84% | — |
| 490 | Sound Package Plus | 19 | 76% | $700 |
| 810 | Floor Mats in Interior Color | 18 | 72% | — |
| 585 | Cupholders | 15 | 60% | — |
| P23 | PCM 3.0 with Extended Navigation | 15 | 60% | — |
| 474 | Front Axle Lifting System | 14 | 56% | $3,490 |
| 640 | Sport Chrono Package Plus | 14 | 56% | — |
| XXZ | Foot Rest Aluminum | 14 | 56% | $250 |
| 450 | Ceramic Composite Brakes-PCCB | 13 | 52% | $8,150 |
| 665 | Porsche Communication Management (PCM) | 13 | 52% | — |
| 63 | Leather Interior in Black/Red, Seats Full Leather/Alcantara | 13 | 52% | — |
| EZD | Extended Carbon Package | 13 | 52% | $1,760 |
| 603 | Dynamic Cornering Lights | 12 | 48% | $690 |
| XKD | Side air vents (carbon) | 12 | 48% | — |
| XZB | Central air vent slat (carbon) | 12 | 48% | — |
| 09991 | Excl Options Deviating Stitching | 11 | 44% | — |
| 24901 | Dashboard Stitching Deviating Color | 11 | 44% | — |
| 24902 | Door Stitching in Deviating Color | 11 | 44% | — |
| 24904 | Deviating Stitching Side Center Console | 11 | 44% | — |
| 24905 | Rear Side Panel Deviating Stitching | 11 | 44% | — |
| 349 | Wheels painted in Black | 11 | 44% | — |
| CYW | Sun Visors in Alcantara(R) | 11 | 44% | — |
| P12 | Automatically dimming interior and exterior mirrors with int | 11 | 44% | — |
| XXG | Clear Tail Lights | 11 | 44% | — |
| 26391 | Stitching Door Pull Handles in Deviating Color | 10 | 40% | — |
| 268 | Rain Sensor | 10 | 40% | — |
| 686 | XM | 10 | 40% | — |
| XMJ | Rear Center Console Carbon | 10 | 40% | $1,625 |
| XJJ | Belt Outlets B Pillars Carbon | 8 | 32% | — |
| XNS | Steering column casing leather | 8 | 32% | — |
| XUB | Headlight Cleaner Ext Color | 8 | 32% | — |
| 191 | Lightweight Lithium-Ion Battery | 7 | 28% | — |
| 78 | Black Full Leather | 7 | 28% | — |
| XMZ | Rear Section of Center Console Leather | 7 | 28% | — |
| 347 | Wheels painted in GT Silver Metallic | 7 | 28% | — |
| CFX | Floor Mat Color Logo & Leather Surr | 6 | 24% | — |
| P01 | Adaptive Sport Seats with Memory | 6 | 24% | — |
| CLW | Lid of storage bin in Red Alcantara(R) with Porsche logo | 5 | 20% | — |
| 639 | Sport Chrono Package without PCM | 5 | 20% | — |
| 43 | Standard Interior in Black/Red, Seats Standard Leather/Alcantara | 5 | 20% | — |
| 342 | Heated Seats - Front | 4 | 16% | — |
| XLG | Alcantara Storage Lid w Logo | 4 | 16% | — |
| CMA | Mirror Attachment Exterior Clr | 4 | 16% | — |
| 555 | 3-point belt Black | 4 | 16% | — |
| 509 | Fire extinguisher | 3 | 12% | — |
| 840 | Steering wheel smooth leather in Black | 3 | 12% | — |
| 600 | Lightweight Headlights | 3 | 12% | — |
| 430 | 19" GT3 Wheel Painted White with Center Lock | 3 | 12% | — |
| 480 | Manual transmission | 3 | 12% | — |
| 25851 | Front seat stitching deviating | 2 | 8% | — |
| 26921 | Delete "RS 4.0" headrest logo | 2 | 8% | — |
| DZM | Customization Package DZM | 2 | 8% | — |
| DZD | Customization Package DZD | 2 | 8% | — |
| CGU | Headlight Cleaner Covers Painted in Deviating Color | 2 | 8% | — |
| 672 | Navigation Module for PCM | 2 | 8% | — |
| XES | Preparation for illuminated door sill guards | 2 | 8% | — |
| CLM | Rear Section of Center Console Alcantara(R) | 1 | 4% | — |
| 26441 | Delete Stripes/Model Designation | 1 | 4% | — |
| 388 | Sports bucket seats (left) | 1 | 4% | — |
| 389 | Sports bucket seat (right) | 1 | 4% | — |
| DZK | Customization Package DZK | 1 | 4% | — |
| DZL | Customization Package DZL | 1 | 4% | — |
| DZN | Customization Package DZN | 1 | 4% | — |
| P03 | Sport Bucket Seats | 1 | 4% | — |
| 25221 | Rooflining alcantara deviating color | 1 | 4% | — |
| CUR | PCM surround in leather | 1 | 4% | — |
| DZH | Customization Package DZH | 1 | 4% | — |
| XME | Rear Console Exterior Color | 1 | 4% | — |
| 609 | Deletion of Audio System CDR-30 | 1 | 4% | — |
| 666 | Telephone module for PCM | 1 | 4% | — |
| CXC | Outer Door Sill Guards, Stainless Steel with Porsche Logo, Illuminated | 1 | 4% | — |
Common problems
- Coolant pipe fittings (glued/bonded) pulling out (major)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 GT3 RS 4.0. 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
- Front-axle lift system faults (minor)The optional 997.2 GT3/RS front-axle lift can malfunction, usually traced to a faulty pressure switch; some owners replaced the switch more than once.Fix: Replace the pressure switch (or other faulty lift component).Source
- Carbon-ceramic (PCCB) rotor wear/cracking (moderate)PCCB discs (optional) are condemned for chips, cracks or small amounts of wear; replacement is very expensive, and many cars have been converted to steel. Mostly a concern on tracked cars.Fix: Inspect rotors (and pad thickness) before purchase; replace damaged rotors, or convert to iron rotors.Source
997.2 GT3 RS 4.0 market report › · Every 997.2 GT3 RS 4.0 on 911 Tracker ›
Data: 911 Tracker (VIN-checked sales, US listings and factory VIN decodes) and the sources linked above. Counts cover the cars we track, not every car built.