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Porsche Carrera 4s Coupe
The Type 997, or simply
997 (nine-nine-seven) is the internal code
name for Porsche's most current version of
the sports car "911 Carrera". Production
began in July 2005 and two variants, the Carrera
and Carrera S coupes, were available immediately.
The all wheel drive Carrera 4 and Carrera
4S versions began shipping in November 2005.
The 997 GT3 model also
debuted at Geneva in 2006. Like previous GT3
models, it is is a way for Porsche to homologate
aerodynamic features for racing, as well as
a starting model for customer racing. The
997 GT3 is priced at US$106,000 and uses an
updated version of the naturally-aspirated
3.6 L flat-6 from the 996 GT3. This engine
produces 415 hp (309 kW) and weighs 3075 lb
(1395 kg) with a new variable intake system.
It has an 8400 rpm redline. Torque is also
up to 300 ft·lbf (407 N·m).
The
GT3 body includes a special front bumper
which increases cooling for the front-mounted
radiators as well as a split spoiler at
the rear. The GT3 also includes a special
rear bumper and center tailpipes which draw
heat away from the engine. It is lowered
and rides on 30-series 305 mm (12 in) tires
on 19 in (483 mm) wheels.
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