So the GT4RS is coming...hopefully

[rkwm1]

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/porsche/cayman/98318/...

Cant wait!

[boxsey]

Must be a slow news day at Autoexpress as the article uses 'might' numerous times. So there might be one or there might not!

[7184c]

Just read the same on Autocar

http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/motor-shows-gene...

From what I've read on here I thought the 4.0 wouldn't fit in the 718.

[Twinfan]

I guess it could be possible as a final goodbye to the bespoke mid-engined Porsche platform before everything gets shared across the VW Group e.g. Audi R6. Demand would be immense, similar to the 911R I would think.

We would need to see testing mules pretty soon though for it to be a reality.

[Andrew911]

We can dream/hope. Interesting but highly speculative article Whilst AP has hinted at another GT4 he was also quoted as saying there wouldn't be a GT4RS. But he has been known/quoted incorrectly before.

Edited by Andrew911 on Wednesday 18th January 17:15

[Klippie]

If this is true and 500+bhp it will be the best Porsche ever, hopefully it won't be an Unobtainium car that lots of driving enthusiasts can buy use and enjoy.

[Twinfan]

It won't be 500bhp, 430bhp has been suggested.

[av185]

Mmmm...sceptical alert...if true sounds like it could be a detuned 4.0. Really needs a higher revving smaller lump to address the issues of the current GT4.

[anonymous-user]

If it's 430, why not just tune the existing engine. The transmission modifications that Sharkwerks have put together seem more than adequate to address gearing, LSD and so on. Add a map. Done.

It's like an arms race, at this rate, we'll have a GT2 RS at 850 and the 918 will get a midlife face lift!

[s3 akr]

That's it then - the kids are going to have to be sold. They'll understand.

[Steve Rance]

I'ts likely that There will be a GT4RS. There will be updates that will require homologation

[J-P]

God I hope so! It would be an awesome bit of kit!!!

[Inverted]

s3 akr said:

That's it then - the kids are going to have to be sold. They'll understand.

Sadly in the world of Porsche GT car purchasing even that wont get you one.

[Andrew911]

Klippie said:

If this is true and 500+bhp it will be the best Porsche ever, hopefully it won't be an Unobtainium car that lots of driving enthusiasts can buy use and enjoy.

If Porsche do decide to do a GT4RS (IMO I doubt it - based on AP's comments) - Porsche will first invite GT3/GT3RS OPC buyers & then current GT4 OPC buyers. You would have had to have bought a Porsche halo car from an OPC first to stand a chance.

[Koln-RS]

I don't think we'll see a GT4RS. Rumours come and go. But, maybe Porsche will give more clarity at the launch of the new GT3 in a few weeks time.

[LaSource]

Steve Rance said:

I'ts likely that There will be a GT4RS. There will be updates that will require homologation

Do the latest series still require the same level of homologation there used to be in the past? My understanding (could be incorrect) was that the link to road homologation had been reduced thereby allowing manufacturers like Porsche to run somewhat different race and road cars

[GT4RS]

Andrew911 said:

Klippie said:

If this is true and 500+bhp it will be the best Porsche ever, hopefully it won't be an Unobtainium car that lots of driving enthusiasts can buy use and enjoy.

If Porsche do decide to do a GT4RS (IMO I doubt it - based on AP's comments) - Porsche will first invite GT3/GT3RS OPC buyers & then current GT4 OPC buyers. You would have had to have bought a Porsche halo car from an OPC first to stand a chance.

I have to disagree with this, Porsche will be looking for loyal customers who support the brand and there local dealerships.
Not the speculator who willhave it up for sale at some private garage after the first month of ownership. You only have to look at how many gt3 rs cars are for sale and silly amounts of gt4 cars. It would great to see true enthusiasts getting a chance to own and use them as designed. I for one would use it if I had the opertunity to own one for new.

[ChrisW.]

I would adore one.

The CR was good.

The GT4 was even better and I have learnt so much in the trackday journey ...

A GT4RS could be just the thing with which to have a serious play with the current 991GT3RS on a bumpy circuit such as Zandvoort --- or Knock hill ?

Evolution rules ! The learning is in the journey

[hunter 66]

Not in GT4 which needs to be close to the road going cars , hence need to homologate , the mid engined GT3 is in GTE the works racer category

LaSource said:

Do the latest series still require the same level of homologation there used to be in the past? My understanding (could be incorrect) was that the link to road homologation had been reduced thereby allowing manufacturers like Porsche to run somewhat different race and road cars

[Andrew911]

GT4RS said:

Andrew911 said:

Klippie said:

If this is true and 500+bhp it will be the best Porsche ever, hopefully it won't be an Unobtainium car that lots of driving enthusiasts can buy use and enjoy.

If Porsche do decide to do a GT4RS (IMO I doubt it - based on AP's comments) - Porsche will first invite GT3/GT3RS OPC buyers & then current GT4 OPC buyers. You would have had to have bought a Porsche halo car from an OPC first to stand a chance.

I have to disagree with this, Porsche will be looking for loyal customers who support the brand and there local dealerships.
Not the speculator who willhave it up for sale at some private garage after the first month of ownership. You only have to look at how many gt3 rs cars are for sale and silly amounts of gt4 cars. It would great to see true enthusiasts getting a chance to own and use them as designed. I for one would use it if I had the opertunity to own one for new.

OK, I missed out the caveat. As long as you have previously bought a halo car from an OPC & you haven't flipped it you will get first dibs if there is likely to be a GT4RS.