apollokre1d
Paul Ricard
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Interesting car...
http://www.rpmtechnik.co.uk/sales/vehicle/996-mk1-gt3-gemballa-special-order/
http://www.rpmtechnik.co.uk/sales/vehicle/996-mk1-gt3-gemballa-special-order/
Registration: 2000/V
Transmission: Manual 6
Mileage: 52000
Colour: Black
Interior: Black
Supplied new to Germany in 2000, this Mk1 GT3 is a rather special machine. In 2001 the car was purchased at 1300 miles by a German gentleman who wanted something unique that attracted very little attention but had the firepower to outgun anything he came across. The car was dispatched to world renowned tuner Gemballa for a special project including their GTR600 engine conversion (600bhp).
The customer however requested the engine wasn't swapped with a 996 Turbo unit, rather he requested to retain the GT3's original engine but convert it to twin turbo. Allegedly the owner was well connected with Weissach (Porsche research and development/ Motorsport site) and special development pistons, rods, crankshafts were purchased for the internals to create this one off engine. It is supposedly the only one running water-cooled intercoolers and a completely independent cooling system for both turbos, this also necessitated a revised front end to the 996 Mk2 to allow room, whilst they we're doing this he took the opportunity to de-spoiler the rear for a full Q car look. The car is running Gemballa suspension and brake setup. The total cost for the build and car weighed in at circa £200,000. The car was sold to a German dealer in 2009 who kept it in his personal collection until 2015 where it was then registered in the UK.
The GTR600 has been maintained by Gemballa throughout its life, without regard to cost and has a huge file of receipts detailing all works. The car has had a major service and inspection and is ready for the next owner to enjoy.