Spy Photographers Catch Mysterious Porsche 911 Testing
Is Porsche working on a new 911 R?
Spy photographers have caught a mysterious Porsche 911 testing near the Nurburgring, which appears to be based on the new GT3 that debuted at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show. It is, however, not sporting the rear spoiler, which suggests this might be a special edition 911 GT3-based model just like the 911 R. Porsche, however, has said the 911 R was a “one-off” model, so it’s likely the German automaker will call it something else.
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There have been rumors that a new Sport Classic model based on the latest-generation 911 is in the works, so it’s a possibility this is what spy photographers have caught testing. No matter the label, it’s likely a trimmed-down version of the GT3 that’s more focused on driving enjoyment, just like the 911 R was. Expect it to be available in limited quantities and it will definitely sell out like all other special edition Porsche models.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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