NO RESERVE: 2012 PORSCHE 911 (997) GT3 RS 4.0 - 713 MILES

KEY FACTS

• With little more than running-in mileage on the odometer, this is an outstanding example of a hallowed RS model; understood to be one of only around 30 UK cars.
• Its engine is a 493bhp 4.0-litre ‘Mezger’ flat-six, which is coupled to a six-speed manual transmission.
• Despite the low mileage, it has a full main dealer service history, with the most recent visit in August 2020 when it was given a completely clean bill of health.

EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS

• Finished in the sought-after ‘purist’ colour scheme of Carrara White with white wheel rims, the factory specification also includes the front suspension lift system, ceramic brakes, Sport Chrono Plus package, and PCM with navigation, telephone and radio modules.
• The car comes with all of the original books and complete service history, as well as the tool kit, air compressor, unused fire extinguisher, seat belt harnesses, spare keys, brochure, and a Porsche car cover.

Factory specification:

• 341     White Wheel Rims
• 388     Sport Bucket Seat Left
• 389     Sport Bucket Seat Right
• 450     Ceramic Brakes
• 474     Lift Front Axle
• 490    ‘ASK’ Sound Package Plus
• 567     Windscreen Grey Top
• 640     Sport Chrono Plus Package
• 665     Radio Module PCM
• 666     Telephone Module PCM
• 672     SatNav PCM
• 810     Floor Mats
• 840     Leather Steering Wheel
• 870     Universal Audio Interface

CONDITION

• No known body damage.
• Its paintwork is original and in excellent condition, commensurate with the remarkably low mileage.
• The interior is also in superb shape, with no wear or discolouration to any of the leather or Alcantara.
• There are no known electrical or mechanical faults.
• The tyres are original, date-coded to 2011, and all have 4.3-4.6mm of tread across the widths.
• The most recent MOT test was on 24 August 2020 at 713 miles, when it achieved a clean pass with no advisories or defects.

SERVICE HISTORY

• In August 2020, the car was serviced at Porsche Centre Leeds, and the mileage is still the same today. This maintenance visit included an engine oil and filter change, renewal of the brake fluid, air filter, and ribbed V-belt, plus a fresh set of spark plugs and new anti-roll bar mounts.
• During this service, a full health check was conducted, with all items in the green column. It was also put through a rev check, which showed zero over-revs recorded.

Summary of service history:

• 31/01/2012 – 10 miles –  Porsche Centre, Reading
• 03/04/2014 – 488 miles – Porsche Centre, Reading
• 14/04/2016 – 691 miles – Porsche Centre, Reading
• 07/04/2018 – 694 miles – Porsche Centre, Leeds
• 24/08/2020 – 713 miles – Porsche Centre, Leeds

SUMMARY

As one of around 30 UK-market right-hand drive cars, this Porsche 997 GT3 RS 4.0 has obvious appeal to the most discerning of marque collectors, but it also begs to be driven and enjoyed as much as possible. A true icon of the modern era, it presents in outstanding condition throughout and is sure to thrill its next owner on the road or track.

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