1996 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Coupe

1996 Porsche 911 'Type 993' Turbo GT2 RGT2 R
VIN. WP0ZZZ99ZTS393094
Engine no. 61T90536
Transmission no. 2002037

3,600cc DOHC Turbocharged Flat 6-Cylinder Engine
Electronic Fuel Injection, TAG ECU
450bhp, 479 lb-ft torque
6-Speed Manual Type G50/54 Limited Slip Transaxle
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes

*One of just 43 race-spec GT2 R's produced at Weissach
*Previously road registered in Japan and the UK, 7,850km shown
*Superbly preserved and maintained, never raced in full competition
*Factory roll cage, quick-lock 100L fuel tank, air jacks, and 18". center-lock wheels
*GT2R-specific TAG ECU, recently overhauled by McLaren Applied
*Massive supporting history file with records, receipts, and Porsche Certificate of Authenticity
*2024 engine overhaul by RS/RSR specialists Neil Bainbridge/BS Motorsports
*Retains its numbers-matching engine per factory records
*A legend from the glory days of '90s GT racing
*Arguably the ultimate evolution of the iconic 993


THE PORSCHE TYPE 993 GT2R

The arrival of 993 in 1994 marked a seismic shift in the Porsche 911's heretofore linear development. Retaining just 20% of the parts from the outgoing Type 964, everything from the suspension to the engine and body was either new or heavily modified. Still unmistakable as a 911, the shape was smoother, sleeker, and thoroughly modern and has proven to age like the finest wine. Vastly improved handling came via new light alloy subframes with multilink wishbones and coil over dampers, virtually eliminating lift-off oversteer. The engine remained air-cooled, and perhaps knowing its days were numbered, engineers pulled out all the stops, creating one of the greatest air-cooled engines of all time in naturally aspirated or turbocharged form.

In the 1990s, international GT racing exploded back on the scene with the popular BPR Endurance Series, succeeded by FIA GT1 and GT2, attracting wealthy privateers and factory squads in droves. Porsche was there from the first green flag, taking the luxurious 993 Turbo to the gym, shedding kilos and boosting power to create the formidable GT2 RS homologation special. Instantly recognized by its signature riveted widebody flares, dramatic wing, and deep chin spoiler, the GT2 RS took the best of the naturally aspirated Carrera RS and RSR, and 'turned it up to 11' with a 450bhp turbocharged engine, rear-drive only, and a full complement of special parts.

Like any proper homologation special, the road car was the means to an end, and that end was the 911 GT2R. The GT2R was a pure racing car bred for Le Mans, Spa Francorchamps, and Sebring, and was fully kitted out with a full roll cage, massive brakes, adjustable suspension, center-lock BBS wheels, racing fuel tank, and devoid of unnecessary fluff like sound deadening and rust protection. Upwards of 600 bhp could be had depending on rules, though most were limited to 450 bhp for FIA GT2. Just 43 of these laser-focused GT2Rs were built at Porsche's competition department at Weissach, with most destined for a hard life in the rough-and-tumble world of GT racing though a scant few managed to escape the rigors of sport.


THE CAR OFFERED

This remarkable 1996 Porsche 911 GT2R, chassis #393094, is one of just 43 examples of the ultimate 993 produced at Weissach between 1994 and 1995. Falling within the known VIN range for the GT2R, it has a production date of July 1995 hence the '96 registration year. Originally ordered by a Japanese enthusiast, all the boxes were ticked for full race spec, but unusually, with the necessary paperwork to make it road legal. Built to German specifications in left-hand drive, it was delivered new to Nagoya, Japan (later moving to Tokyo) and was used primarily on the street (!!) and occasional Porsche Japan-supported track days. It remains exceptionally well preserved, having avoided the rigors of competition. In 2017, 393094 was exported from Japan to Great Britain, and again road registered with the DVLA (as N948 RAP) and lavished with no-expense-spared specialist maintenance.

Supporting documentation is extensive, and includes a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, correspondence with Porsche Great Britain, and records in Japanese and English. The COA confirms it is a genuine left-drive Turbo GT2, equipped from the factory with 'racing safety devices,' 100-liter fuel tank and quick-fill, 18-inch GTR center lock wheels, engine sensor package, power steering, strut braces, and more. After delivery, it was updated with a Porsche carbon flat floor kit, which includes revised rear aches and upper rear wing to accommodate the changes in aero performance. Documents also show the car retains its original, numbers-matching 3.6-liter turbocharged engine.

The history file reveals extensive maintenance in Japan, and a 2016 inspection report from James Kaye Racing describe the car in detail, noting its exceptional condition at the time. The Grand Prix White paintwork was noted as mostly original, with minor touch-ins and light scrapes under the car consistent with its limited use. Since coming to the UK in 2017, it was further serviced by the renowned RS/RSR specialist Neil Bainbridge of BS Motorsport, who, in 2022 performed a complete engine overhaul, with receipts totaling £63,589.09. Having been previously converted to MoTec engine management while in Japan, the original TAG ECU unique to the GT2R as road cars used a more restrictive Bosch ECU was handed to McLaren Applied to be refurbished and refitted to the car to maximize its potential.

As offered, this stunning and eminently collectible 993 GT2R remains in outstanding condition, as-delivered in Grand Prix white with gold-face 18-inch wheels and looking very racy, indeed. Additional documentation includes Japanese export paperwork and copies of the UK V5C and MOT certificates.

Exceptional in virtually every regard, it is one of the only road-registered GT2Rs extant and is a must-have for any Porsche collection marking the pinnacle of air-cooled Porsche 911 development.