Porsche 911 GT3 RS sets record in Nürburgring

Porsche announced that the 911 GT3 RS has set a new record in Nürburgring. It beat the record set by the current Porsche 911 GT3 by 10.6 seconds after completing a full lap in the North Loop of the famed Green Hell in 6:49.328 minutes. 

Behind the wheel was Porsche brand ambassador Jörg Bergmeister, who was intensely involved in the development of the new flagship of the 911 series. An official was present to witness the lap time.

“We lost a little downforce due to the strong, sometimes gusting wind, but I’m still very happy with the lap. In the fast sections, in particular, the 911 GT3 RS is in a league of its own. Here it’s on a level usually reserved for top-class racing cars. The car is also setting new standards in braking. Fast laps on the Nordschleife are simply so much fun in this car,” Bergmeister said.

The record-setting Porsche 911 GT3 RS was equipped with the Weissach package and was also fitted with the optionally-available Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires.

Frank Moser, Vice President of Porsche model lines 911 and 718, was following the fast lap from the pit wall. He explained that he was incredibly proud of what the whole team achieved during the development and testing of the new 911 GT3 RS. He also commended driver Bergmeister for bringing everything together and unleashing the car’s full potential.

“Today the 911 GT3 RS delivered what it had already promised at first glance — absolute excellence on the racetrack. Considering the far-from-ideal conditions, with a strong headwind on the long straight of the Döttinger Höhe and cool asphalt temperatures, we are satisfied with this time. The 911 GT3 RS is setting new standards for aerodynamics and the chassis. Never before has a road car embodied so much motorsport,” said Porsche GT Cars Director Andreas Preuninger.

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