Porsche’s current iteration of the 911 has been around for almost four years and is currently in the process of a mid-cycle update. We’ve already seen the introduction of the facelifted Carrera and Carrera S, AWD 4 and 4S models, as well as the GT3, but still in the works are the more extreme Turbo, and GT2, plus the track-honed GT3 RS – the latter captured here in these latest spy shots.

It will be hard to spot the difference between the new and the old as the images reveal. This is because most of the planned changes will be taking place under the sheet-metal. Power levels should receive the same 435hp (320kW) boost as the new 3.8L GT3. In line with the changes in the facelifted Carrera range, the engine in the updated GT3 RS will also sport bigger combustion chambers, a new crankshaft, an upgraded oil and water pump, and possibly direct-injection technology as well.

Acceleration times over the current model would likely be improved if Porsche adds its new Doppelkupplung dual-clutch system, but a conventional six-speed manual is likely to remain the only option given the intended purpose of the track special.

The GT3 RS will also once again based on the Carrera 4 body and should feature the same widened track, carbon-fiber interior and plastic rear window as the current model. Styling updates include new LED daytime running lights, revised taillights, a cleaner front end with larger intakes in the lower skirt, and a new lip spoiler. Expect to see the new model make its debut at September’s Frankfurt Motor Show.









I'm pretty sure this isn't the final wing, pretty sure lol

 

Not of fan of the wing at all.

 

Well I see the new side skirts, wider flares, @ larger front lip that look pretty finished but I agree that the wing is prob going to be a bit different.

 

Front fender add-ons, titanium exhaust, etc etc...

 

Im curious as to what special colors will be offered.

 

Cant wait to see what the car would look like once they've RSed it (with the racing stripes & crazy color)

 

The wing looks like its just for testing. It looks like it was put together in an hour or so, and I'm sure they're just honing the areo with it.

 

Awesome

 

What's with the non-matching front/rear wheels? Also, no center lock a la GT-3 II?

 

Looks like it may be a test mule, hence the non-matching wheels - I can't really tell from the photo but there appears to be a bit of camouflage on the rear flanks/decklid. And I agree that the wing looks to be a bit of test kit... I must say that I wasn't a big fan of the 993 GT3's looks but the 997 GT3 really impressed with the clearly-not-your-average-911 front fascia - this one appears to up the ante just a bit more.