The 2002 interpretation of the GT-2 is no race car. It is, however, built for one purpose, to go fast...very, very fast. Where the 993 GT-2 was a civilized competitor, the 996 version is a stripped-down version of the standard 996 Turbo. And actually, not despoiled by all that much. There is no automatic bi-wing, no all-wheel drive or back seats. But then, who wants to be in back while being launched from 0 to 62 mph in 4 sec.? Exclusion of the AWD system can be seen as a good thing, at least by the most foolhardy.
Rated at 456 bhp and with a manufacturer's estimated top speed of 195 mph, it is the most aggressive Porsche 911 Turbo ever unleashed on public roads. To keep in touch with terra firma, the GT-2 engulfs its advanced ceramic composite brakes under 8.5x18 and 12x18 hollow-spoke wheels and 235/18VR and 315/30VR tires.
Although production of the model is limited, the numbers are based on yearly output and not on an overall tally. But you better start saving your pennies now if you're thinking of buying a used GT-2. At an off-the-show-room price of $180,000, chances are its price will still rival that of a modest condominium.-MSR
Purchasing And PricingAs with any Porsche, it is best to have a reputable mechanic inspect a potential purchase for structural and mechanical integrity. Be aware that not all Porsche technicians work on turbo motors.
An important factor to keep in mind when shopping for a 930 or one of its descendants is that the cars had a tendency to run hot, therefore high mileage cars will have more internal engine wear than a normally aspirated 911.
It must also be stated that 911 Turbo owners were often more inclined to drive their cars aggressively. After all, what fun is having all that power underfoot if one never stabs the accelerator? The difficulty in buying a used 930 is determining just how often the impulse occurred.
The prices were estimated from an unscientific search through various Websites, newspapers and magazine classifications. Production numbers are for total U.S. cars manufactured unless otherwise noted. The range is from poor to great daily drivers and does not include show-condition cars, special or limited-production cars or ones with significant enhancements.