Critical observe fanatics in possession of the present Porsche 911 GT3 can enhance their lap instances with a efficiency package developed by a German racing crew that has served as Porsche’s manufacturing facility crew within the World Endurance Championship.

The racing crew is Manthey-Racing, whose Manthey Efficiency Package for the 992-generation 911 GT3 is now accessible by way of choose Porsche dealerships within the U.S.

The package was first introduced in 2021 and was proven the next yr to shave 4.19 seconds from the GT3’s Nürburgring lap time, bringing the time down to six:55.737.

That is spectacular as no change is made to the powertrain. As a substitute, the package focuses on enhancements to the chassis and aerodynamics.

2023 Porsche 911 GT3 with Manthey Efficiency Package

The usual chassis upgrades embrace a four-way coil-over suspension, upgraded brake traces, and as as an choice, racing brake pads. Light-weight cast wheels that cut back unsprung mass by about 16 kilos are additionally accessible.

The brand new suspension means the struts will be adjusted to 4 positions, and rebound and compression will be tweaked with out instruments. The spring charges are additionally tweaked (up 10% on the entrance and down 7% on the rear) to enhance dealing with on the restrict.

2023 Porsche 911 GT3 with Manthey Efficiency Package

The aero upgrades embrace a brand new lip spoiler and flics on the entrance, an prolonged diffuser on the rear, and a wider rear wing with finish plates and a Gurney flap. Modified air channels underneath the automobile additionally assist to extend downforce on the entrance axle.

As no change is made to the powertrain, the GT3’s 4.0-liter flat-6 delivers a inventory 502 hp to the rear wheels. Patrons can select between a 6-speed handbook transmission or 7-speed dual-clutch computerized.

2023 Porsche 911 GT3 with Manthey Efficiency Package

The package prices $57,300, together with set up. A further $15,500 is required for the wheels.

Beginning in June, Porsche will provide a driving expertise at its Porsche Expertise Facilities in Atlanta and Los Angeles the place clients can drive a inventory GT3 and one fitted with the package back-to-back in a 90-minute program to match the distinction. This system retails for $1,675. A four-hour program can also be deliberate on the Los Angeles middle.