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Porsche Carrera GT - Price, Specs and 360° Interactive

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Porsche Carrera GT - Key Specifications

Porsche Carrera GT Specifications

Specification	Details
Type	Supercar Roadster
Released At	2003 Geneva Motor Show
Built At	Leipzig, Germany
Engine	5.7 L Naturally Aspirated V10
Position	Mid-Engine, Longitudinal
Aspiration	Natural
Block Material	Aluminum
Valvetrain	DOHC, 4 Valves per Cylinder
Fuel Feed	Electronic Fuel Injection
Displacement	5733 cc / 350.0 in³
Bore	98 mm / 3.86 in
Stroke	76 mm / 2.99 in
Compression	12.0:1
Power	450 kW / 603 hp
Specific Output	105.2 hp per liter
BHP/Weight	447 bhp per tonne
Torque	590 Nm / 435 lb-ft
Top Speed	330 km/h / 205 mph
0 – 60 mph	3.5 seconds
0 – 100 km/h	3.9 seconds
Body / Frame	Carbon Fiber Monocoque and Subframe with Aluminum and Magnesium Components
Driven Wheels	RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive)
Wheel Type	Forged Magnesium Wheels
Front Tires	265/35ZR19
Rear Tires	335/30ZR20
Front Brakes	Carbon Ceramic Discs with 6-Piston Calipers
Rear Brakes	Carbon Ceramic Discs with 4-Piston Calipers
Front Wheels	48.3 x 22.9 cm / 19 x 9 in
Rear Wheels	50.8 x 30.5 cm / 20 x 12 in
Front Suspension	Independent Double Wishbone with Pushrod-Activated Coil Springs and Dampers
Rear Suspension	Independent Double Wishbone with Pushrod-Activated Coil Springs and Dampers
Curb Weight	1380 kg / 3042 lbs
Weight Distribution	43 % Front / 57 % Rear
Wheelbase	2730 mm / 107.5 in
Length	4613 mm / 181.5 in
Width	1921 mm / 75.6 in
Height	1166 mm / 45.9 in
Transmission	6-Speed Manual
Fuel Economy (Combined)	17.8 L/100 km or 13.2 mpg-US
Fuel Capacity	92 liters or 24.3 gallons

Some Interesting Porsche Carrera GT Facts

Originally Developed as a Le Mans Prototype The Porsche Carrera GT was initially developed as a Le Mans racing prototype, but after Porsche canceled the program, they repurposed the design into a road-legal supercar.

Powered by a Race-Derived V10 Engine The 5.7-liter naturally aspirated V10 engine was originally meant for Formula 1 and endurance racing, producing 612 hp and 590 Nm (435 lb-ft) of torque.

0-60 MPH in Just 3.5 Seconds The Carrera GT could accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) in just 3.5 seconds, with a top speed of 330 km/h (205 mph).

First Production Car with a Carbon Fiber Monocoque The Carrera GT was the first Porsche road car to feature a full carbon-fiber monocoque chassis, making it lightweight and extremely rigid.

Famous for Its Challenging Handling The Carrera GT had no traction control, stability control, or electronic aids, making it one of the most demanding supercars to drive—earning it a reputation as a "widowmaker."

Six-Speed Manual with a Wooden Shift Knob Unlike most modern supercars, the Carrera GT featured a traditional six-speed manual gearbox, with a beechwood gear shift knob, a nod to Porsche’s racing heritage.

High-Pitched, F1-Like Exhaust Note Thanks to its race-derived V10 engine, the Carrera GT produced a high-pitched, F1-style exhaust sound, making it one of the best-sounding Porsche models ever.

Limited Production of Just 1,270 Units Originally planned for 1,500 units, production stopped at 1,270 units, making it one of the most exclusive Porsche supercars.

Inspired the Porsche 918 Spyder The Carrera GT's lightweight construction, race-derived engine, and manual gearbox set the stage for its hybrid successor, the Porsche 918 Spyder.

A Highly Valuable Collector's Car Due to its scarcity, V10 engine, and raw driving experience, the Carrera GT is one of the most desirable Porsche models, with values exceeding $2 million at auctions.

Porsche Carrera GT Price

The Carrera GT is Porsche’s ultimate analog hypercar—a V10-powered, manual-only masterpiece that’s now doubled in value since 2020. With only 1,270 units built, it’s rarer than a Ferrari Enzo and twice as thrilling to drive.

1. Price Ranges (EUR, Mid-2024)

Standard CGT (All Are "Special")

"High-Mileage" (>15k km): €1.8M – €2.2M(Even well-used examples trade like blue-chip assets.)

Well-Preserved (5k–10k km): €2.5M – €3M(Full Porsche service history mandatory.)

Concours-Grade (<3k km): €3.5M – €4.5M+(Never tracked, perfect provenance.)

Special Provenance

Single-Owner Cars: +€500k

Celebrity-Owned (e.g., Seinfeld): +€1M+

Factory "Weissach Delivery": +€300k

2. Key Factors Affecting Value

✅ Provenance is Non-Negotiable

Original Owner’s Kit (Unopened): +€200k

Porsche Classic Certification: +€250k

✅ Million-Euro Details

Ceramic Clutch Life: <50% wear = +€100k

Original Michelin Pilot Sport Tires: +€50k (if unused)

Carbon Fiber Hardtop: +€150k

⚠️ Critical Watch-Outs

Clutch Replacement Needed: €120k+ (engine-out job)

Carbon Monocoque Damage: Total write-off risk

Missing "Sonderwunsch" Documents: Walk away

3. Where to Buy in the EU?

Official Channels

Porsche Museum (Stuttgart): Handles private sales

RM Sotheby’s Private Treaties (Zurich)

Private Sales

CGT Owner’s Circle (By referral only)

Geneva Motor Show Circles

Pro Tip: Forget auctions—all recent sales were private, NDA-bound deals.

4. Market Trends

📈 Hyper-Appreciation Curve

2020–2024: +100% (from €1.5M to €3M+)

Under-5k km Cars Now €4M+

⚠️ Trap Warning

"Garage Queens" with Sticky Fuel Lines: €100k+ system flush needed

Non-Porsche Engine Work: Only Stuttgart can touch the V10

5. Must-Do Checks

🔧 Mechanical:

V10 Leak-Down Test: All cylinders within 8%

Clutch Bite Point: Should engage mid-pedal

Original Exhaust: Aftermarket units halve value

📄 Paperwork:

Porsche "Kardex" Build Sheet (Verify via factory)

No Track History: Ideal cars are road-only

Fun Fact: The CGT’s 5.7L V10 was designed for F1—but Porsche pulled out and repurposed it!

Carrera GT Buying Cheat Sheet