Porsche has launched the 911 GT3 Touring Earls Court 51 Edition, a special series created to celebrate the brand's 75th anniversary in the United Kingdom. This exclusive model will have only 51 units available for purchase in the country.
This tribute refers to October 1951, the date when the first Porsche 356 models (both coupe and convertible) were presented at the London Motor Show held in Earls Court.
Since that event, the UK has established itself as the fourth largest global market for the German manufacturer, currently having 49 dealerships and workshops.
The development of this vehicle was conducted by the Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur customization department. The model is based on the GT3 with the Touring Package, characterized by the absence of a fixed rear wing, giving it a more discreet look.
The mechanical specifications remain unchanged: it features a 4.0-liter naturally aspirated six-cylinder boxer engine, generating 510 hp and 45.9 kgfm, coupled with a six-speed manual gearbox (although the automated PDK is offered as a complimentary option) and rear-wheel drive.
One of the aesthetic highlights is the exclusive paintwork, named Earls Court Green, a metallic green shade that evokes the 356 displayed in 1951. Inside, the car features seats combining green and beige leather with corduroy velvet, along with wood details applied to the dashboard and gear lever, and includes an addition of a rear seat.
On the doors, there is an embossed silhouette of the 356, accompanied by the inscription 'drive in its purest form,' taken from the original model's advertising.
The starting price of the vehicle begins at £251,951 (approximately R$ 1.68 million), which is about £100,000 higher than the price of a standard 911 GT3 Touring in the UK. For comparison, the GT3 Touring in Brazil has a starting price of R$ 1.62 million.
Each buyer of the special series will also receive a Porsche Design chronograph, a leather travel bag, and a miniature replica of the car itself.
In addition to the limited series, Porsche announced investment plans in the country, including the expansion of stores located in Guildford and Bristol, the creation of a new parts depot in Didcot, and the launch of a training program for 200 apprentices, based in Reading.