Road Testing 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS with Patrick Long

More active and passive aerodynamics create even more downforce in this naturally-aspirated track machine--but does that performance help on the road?
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[@effincurmudgeon7377]

Jay has the best job in the world. People stop by with the most incredible cars and ask,”would you like to take it for a ride?”

[@4Kandlez]

And the best thing is if he really likes it, he has the money to buy one. It's like an endless test drive for Jay

[@KCJbomberFTW]

Not just people the ones who make the cer

[@druidofthefang]

well cars are more his hobby i think

[@acptelford1307]

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[@allantaylor3288]

Not sure you would call it a job when it’s his own channel

[@GT3Marine]

I met Patrick a few years ago at COTA before a race. He was standing by the car, cup of coffee in hand. It was freezing outside, and I asked for a pic. He set down his cup and smiled. Really nice guy.

[@craigyirush3492]

Jay’s so right. Nothing beats the sound and feel of a great NA engine.

[@DreamDosage]

absolutely!

[@androiduberalles]

>Straight piped VQ noises intensify< Are you sure about that? lol

[@johnwilson1453]

That is the perfect ignorant statement

[@drumtum]

I love my Pacer.

[@imtheonevanhalen1557]

Except a twin turbo anything....Jay's becoming Grandpa who tells the same joke every time you go to his house..... "Ya know, I remember when they used to say you'd never be more than a mile from a phone in any direction.."

[@russn4933]

Love Jay's humility. He's such a gift to the automotive world. And Patrick Long, what can you say? One of the best things about Porsche is the people. The Porsche community is so well represented by Patrick Long. The cars are world class, but the people are even better.

[@quincee3376]

Well said.

[@waitaminute-vw9hf]

What a way to round out an incredible career. Porsche couldn't pick a more enthusiastic and knowledgeable guy to represent the brand. Porsche has been my all-time dream car since my early thirties. Maybe someday I'll get to drive one.

[@justincase9471]

Come to Germany and do a taxi lap on the Nurburgring with a 911. You will not understand how that car stays on the track, but it does 😅

[@ksteak27]

996 is a great starting point. Got mine and I friggin love it!

[@aspenyukon6845]

Always was a fan of 996 GT2, this gt3 is first one that looks good since the 996.

[@aspenyukon6845]

@JayLeno-rz3if yes i always loved the look of 996 GT2. My uncle owned a mint never driven white whale tale 930 turbo so i been around these kinds of cars up close. I would still chose 996 GT2 over both.

[@aspenyukon6845]

@JayLeno-rz3if i went to a Porsche dealership in 2003 to look at the new Carrera Gt in showroom, I left with the free 2003 dealership brochure I still have it. Wanted the silver 477hp GT2 listed in the back of it 🤣

[@magnusshawn4698]

I drove a 2019 example of the GT3 RS and it’s hard to even describe the precision and instant response to any and all input. Incredible car! It really made me feel like a much better driver than I actually am. Great video as always. Thank you!

[@bernibeckmann9753]

OMG I wonder what it'll do for me? I'm already a better driver than most people. Agree about the video, great!

[@XxxTheDRAGMASTERxxX]

i can tell you the new one is mental. For people who are more experienced the tweaks you can do on the fly with the suspension is something else! hope you get the chance to drive it! Greetings from Zuffenhausen Germany ;)

[@sabersz]

Ah, the 991.2 In Lizard Green, that is my dream car.

[@4Kandlez]

@@bernibeckmann9753 I'm a better driver than most people as well, this car would make me supreme above all others!

[@bongobob7079]

@@4Kandlez @Berni Beckmann Maybe you two should get a room and compare pee pee sizes? Btw Pinocchio wants his nose back

[@jamesFong]

Conversation doesn’t skip a beat at 26:30 with that quick transition. Love it!

[@JoeAchilles1]

Great video guys! The Carrera GT managed a 7.28 back in the day, almost 40 seconds off this weapon, amazing when you consider the GT had 80hp more and weighed a bit less....

[@divinasi0n]

I thought that didn't sound right - Must have been thinking of the Porsche 918.

[@jekutube9]

Jay driving @ 16:09 light turning yellow well before entering , go faster through light, camera edits that out, drives like most of us! Forget about the +100MPH; lol. that'l give you a ticket too. Great episode - again! Plus Patrick says it's affordable to "pound" cars on tracks lap after lap - betcha he doesn't pay for his tires!

[@thedudeabides1443]

If I was ever fortunate enough to be able to afford this masterpiece, this is the EXACT spec I would choose. Those blue wheels are unbelievable. Thank you Patrick Long and Jay-that was great!

[@JeepJim04]

I LOVE that you raced against the bike!! The opening clips of the same shot first caught my ear's attention, but when you cut to the biker pulling up to lane split (20:03) , then switching camera to the car's view/audio, oh my! Them's two different redlines! WOOT! Great as always, good sir!

[@Karl-by6ub]

I thought I was the only one, that just enjoys driving my cars. Spot on Jay👍🏻 Good to see you back and Healthy😊

[@PuerRidcully]

Yes, you're the only one. No one else does. True story.

[@bongobob7079]

"I thought I was the only one, that just enjoys driving my cars" Come on Karl don't be silly now

[@Karl-by6ub]

@@bongobob7079 I'm not into street racing, beating them to death. Sad to see someone trash a great car.

[@momnc4721]

Thank you, Mr. Leno for another awesome history lesson, nothing better than a naturally aspirated Porsche!🙏🏽

[@duramaxadventures5832]

I wish I could get a new episode everyday! So much knowledge from Jay!

[@aztronomy7457]

It's not a Jay Leno video if he doesn't mention his Mclaren F1, Mercedes 600, or Carrera GT.

[@martindworak]

Yea and takes a dump on Ferrari, and that’s fine with me too.😂

[@jfkayne]

If I owned a McLaren F1 I would make sure to mention it in every single conversation I have 😂

[@DallasG83]

​@jfkayne That's the way I'd be. I could be checking in at the dentist and I'd tell them I needed a cleaning and I have a McLaren F1.

[@dwightwatts1980]

Pat Long and Jay Leno talkin' Porsche! Doesn't get any better than this for a Porsche fan.

[@florianhaffner3910]

Porsche just have a distinctive aura. Other car manufacturer just put in as many horse power as possible, while Porsche engineers come up with brilliant ideas

[@scottimusgarrett15]

Great to have Patrick Long on the show! Great driver, and a walking Porsche encyclopedia. Not many people would, but I would daily drive this car. After all the exhaust sound of cars being dampened by turbos, it's great to hear the sound of a naturally aspirated engine (especially this one)! Thanks Jay, Patrick, and crew for another fantastic episode! THAT SOUND!! ✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦

[@fittipaldi7326]

Great video. Loved the casual chat Jay and Patrick had about what the future was supposed to be like when they were young compared to how it has turned out. May internal combustion last for a long time.

[@TheTechwizGuy]

💯💯

[@lerr001jr7]

Save the manuals

[@ryanb6642]

@ 20:03 it sounds like jay races the bike and they kept the audio but cut the scene to a different rolling shot 👏🏾 👏🏾

[@amaraldnifat8580]

It's impossible for Jay Leno to get old as long as he drives all these sport cars 😌

[@TheSweetswed]

Glad Jay is back n looking good. Crazy a guy worth that much still works on all his own cars n ones that may be dangerous to work on apparently the older ones. Must be amazing to work at his shop with all those cars

[@demolio7693]

My dad worked for Patrick's dad at Pacific Woodworks fo many years and would always talk about Patrick to see him with Leno now is surreal,sending much love bro

[@michaelj.kastner5165]

I can absolutely feel the 2016-GT3-RS aero entering a highway,long entrance ramp, the car is absolutely amazing to drive❤

[@CuratedCars]

One of the highlights of my entire life was driving a GT3 around a track at full bore. I still fantasize about that experience and I WILL own one someday!

[@cordellroberson532]

I want daily Jay's garage episodes! They are like mini documentaries! Soo much knowledge from Jay.

[@stanB950]

Jay is so well studied

[@fokjohnpainkiller]

Not really

[@lucasRem-ku6eb]

He is marketing for Porsche, documentary, muhahahahaha, you get fooled easy ! You do all coupons too, buy it all they say, lol !

[@brunotulliani]

Stunning! Another car in my virtual garage.

[@csmarkham]

Patrick is a great ambassador. Explains without pretension. A true “Porsche guy”. To say nothing of Luft, for which the rest of us Porschevolk are so grateful.

[@csmarkham]

“I drink the kool-aid.” 😂

[@hussydahustla]

Remember when 7 min lap at the Nurburgring was astonishing? This thing does 6:45? That's crazy I'm off to find a video of it.

[@LK-bz9sk]

Jay started that car. That growl. Nothing like it.

[@albertseabra9226]

A fabulous car, an interesting yet, relaxed conversation between 2 great and intelligent car guys. Thank you and congratulations

[@smOOdiebOOdie]

The Carrera GT did not go under 7 minutes at the nring like Jay said. It did 7:28 👍🏻

[@brianhimmelman420]

this RS is not 8500 rpm redline either Patrick stated

[@robertpsotka3525]

I thought 7 minutes was a little fast for the time

[@Ethan-wr2os]

@@robertpsotka3525 The Carrera GT has an impressive time especially for its day but the actual first car to break the 7 minute barrier was the Porsche 918 Spyder

[@catinthehat5140]

​@Brian Himmelman you're right, peak hp is 8500 redline is 9000 bur maybe post 8500 it cuts fuel as it gets close to 9k

[@unclebob4964]

@@catinthehat5140 It doesn’t “cut fuel” ……it will run unobstructed to 9000 !

[@olivergarcia4259]

6:50 at the Nurburgring?! I took a physics class in college many many years ago, and we calculated how it was virtually impossible for a street car to ever lap the ring under 7 minutes. Now here we are, 2023 and theres several road legal cars that are under 7 minutes.

[@carpeople]

Jay is an encyclopedia of car knowledge. I so appreciate his stories.

[@josipperinic1823]

Jay is true legend and he have life

[@user-ul4wy2lx2m]

I really like the blue rims and seatbelt 😊 nice touch

[@chunks06]

Closest I've ever got to something like this was driving a Cayman GT4 last summer which blew me away. My brain right now wouldn't fathom the full capabilities of this.

[@lockingdiff]

The Carrera GT did it just under 7:30, not 7:00. In the past 20 years, tire technology and aero has advanced tremendously to the point a car with less power can run a track 45 seconds faster.

[@creamdisco]

Porsche is the best! Jay definitely needs this in his collection!

[@mountainmandale1587]

Let's see some of your own iron, Mr. Leno. That's always my favorite stuff.

[@b.switzer4744]

Always look forward to jays Monday car videos. 😀

[@mediocreman2]

It's Monday?? I'm late for work!

[@motorconcierge]

Jay is a walking legend without a doubt but I somehow believe he would be more of a GT3 Touring Type of Guy :)

[@4Kandlez]

Why? He has the money to own and enjoy driving any car he wants

[@balezes]

@@4Kandleznot everything is about money. I suppose motorconcierge meant that it’d fit Jay from a use standpoint: the GT3 is understated, very fun and very fast, yet refined. And not a cheap car either

[@oinn8003]

Nahhh he is more of a TRX kinda guy…specially when he drives home from Burbank

[@Braydenplaysallday]

Love that certain cars will focus conversations into different time periods. Classic cars & the past. These modern machines & the future.

[@davidward7781]

I like how Jay likes to touch and feel how things are made. Such a genuine guy

[@joeguzman3558]

I'm sure thousands and thousands of people were praying for Jay when he was in the accident we were praying too , I really don't think there's one person in the world that doesn't like Jay Leno, he's a person that really deserves to be blessed.

[@OleBih]

Lol Pat putting up with Jay's comments 😂☠️

[@motohead9266]

is it just me or is Jay abbreviating the "Welcome to another episode of Jay Leno's garage" more and more for each episode?

[@user-gl5ld9vm7i]

Yes. He's also starting to look like my grandma.

[@leegoddard2618]

O gee, not the intro. 🤦😑

[@juaerez69]

Yes! Today it sounded like, “J-Lo’s Garage.” Jay is a national treasure. Long live Jay, our brother in auto appreciation!

[@dabearcub]

Jay has definitely aged pretty hard lately. I feel like he’s on his way out.

[@leegoddard2618]

@@dabearcub dude is ONLY 70. HUSH YO MOUTH !!! 😡

[@AL_EVOz]

Such a beautiful car. It looks so awesome!

[@carfan3762]

Wonderful exchange between you. The detailed comments are instructive and even awesome ! What a car. And for a street legal race car this 992 GT3 RS looks beautiful. A total achievement. Bravo Porsche 👏😎

[@Ihateironyanddumbusernames]

Jay we cannot wait for you to get your hands on the Corvette E-Ray when its available. There's no other guy i'd rather see get the exclusive look.

[@knowtilus1389]

Love that channel! Love that man! Love that car!

[@papawoody9597]

Patrick and Randy Pobst are two of the nicest and most approachable people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with. Met them both at Indy back in 2014 and both gave the impression that they simply loved being able to race cars for a living and to have people who were fans. Randy noticed my Brumos Racing t-shirt and actually approached me. Patrick is a true Porschephile and knows the brand from top to bottom, a wealth of knowledge.

[@jackj5368]

I love the ads. I only wish there were more of them. Thank you, KZbin!

[@stanB950]

I always look 👀 forward to a new Jay Leno’s Garage episode

[@3cB2THeD]

Porsche is my supercar dream. Just because of their engineering of the 911. I watch a KZbin channel called carwow and these guys put different 911 models against some cars and the 911 outperforms them.

[@shotsrodder]

Incredible piece of machinery 🥰

[@kennytran1000]

People was telling me not to approach Jay Leno during Monterey Car week because so many people ask him for autographs and pictures. When I heard that, it was a let down for sure. I did run into Jay Leno and was able to chat with him. Such a great person. I have watch Tonight show with Jay Leno since I was 8-9 years old. I’m almost 40 now 😂😅. Still amazed that I got a chance to meet him in person ❤. Thanks for being a Great and Awesome person Mr. Leno.

[@beeannon2870]

Great video Jay. You hit the nail on the head with the aero comment and the speed required to feel it in this car. Great car! Keep them coming

[@lucasRem-ku6eb]

Jay got stuck in 1980, 4 liter, LOL

[@davemeshamsr6000]

Nice looking car and great info from Patrick Long

[@esfwr17]

Porsche has always been one of my favorite brands. My biggest "gripe" yet simultaneously my favorite thing about Porsche is the minimal amount of aesthetics they apply to each of their new models. They tend to keep it pretty traditional year after year, and while i applaud that, it also gets a bit boring trying to keep up with which model is which since they all mostly look the same. They also complicate things further with what they call the models/chassis (991, 993, 996, 992, 911s, L, E, 3.0, 3.2, T, all the dashes and dots, etc). The RS models all stand out within the lineup, but the 2023 911 GT3 RS seems to consist of enough change to stand out on it's own, yet keep the timeless "Porschesque" styling, so props for that!

[@jimross5838]

Porsche know their audience and Porsche enthusiasts can tell them all apart with ease.

[@SASMacDroid]

Volkswagen is doing a good job

[@Oregonpaint]

It is interesting to look back at the past models and see how much they actually have changed. The steady schedule of redesigns then mid model refreshes does make it seem slow but when you look at two generations with one in between you really start to see the evolution and I like how it just keeps getting dialed in rather than changing something too radically that has become the longest running institution of a design in the industry. I'll contrast that wish something like the honda civic, which has changed rapidly in a shorter amount of time and some redesigns were more successful than others but what you have now versus 30 years ago is totally unidentifiable in design lineage. I know I'll probably get some flack for comparing the 911 to the civic but I think they are more similar than meets the eye as far as being utilitarian, focused, simple, mostly understated other than Gt/RS and Si/T-tech/R respectively and above all reliable cars. Really the biggest difference I can think of other than price and power is the drive train is reversed and non turbo civics actually dont have turbos.

[@joshuapounds7646]

Do you know when Porsche is bringing back a new GT2RS

[@SF_Native]

This thing is a missile. Porsche continues to lead the pack in the sports car world.

[@travisrgrs]

Porsche truly knocked it out of the park with this one.

[@andyharman3022]

For me, the essence of "Porscheness" is not about cruising your local country club in one, it's about getting on the track or twisty road and enjoying your car. I became a Porsche club driving instructor, even though I drove a Camaro, and they put me with students driving all kinds of Porsches. They're down-to-earth people that enjoy good machinery and good driving.

[@mapp4751]

I am so glad we still can see Jay here on KZbin! have no idea what Msnbc are thinking?

[@matviyk3066]

i love the low camera front shots, it really shows how wide this thing is, please marketing do more of this. its good to know the perspective of these machine on the road and how the look when i am looking at it from the front or rear while driving in a different car.

[@stevetheodore_specialtycars]

This latest GT3 RS really blurs the line between road and track further than ever before...and it's an exciting proposition. Although I'm a bit old-school and still enjoy my 997 based GT cars, there is no denying that this latest model is the ultimate road and track weapon for those who can have it. I cannot wait to see them in the wild, and I'm fortunate that some of my friends and customers have them on order too. Amazing video...thanks for a great time!

[@shahmuhammad9412]

What a gentleman Patrick Long is.. All the queries were well answered.. and the Machine is just amazing.

[@OggaDugga]

This car is great and all but I’d still take the GT3 Touring. That manual gearbox says it all and it’s an overall usable package.

[@scotthammer4007]

The 4 liter Porsches will be like the 356 Carreras of the future. Very collectible I’m sure

[@sevakmekhsian8903]

I think you meant the 918 as one of the first Porsche that got under 7 minutes. CGT is around 7m30s. Still amazing cars. Great video💪🏻

[@Deathicu]

I know Jay does not read any of these comments, he has to many fun things happing in his life, he is just to damn busy to read these comments to respond, (but) I will still leave a comment, Jay and the person who provides for this channel, I hope you don't stop!!

[@Gamefreak8112]

That's the one I want. Screaming Perfect downforce monster. Man.

[@krugmeister7301]

LOVE THAT Porsche GT3 RS!!😍😍😍😍..AND THOSE MAGS!!🥰😍

[@LLWCorp]

Patrick Long is a legend!

[@RB747domme]

"One day I was having lunch on the beach at Lake Garda in Italy.." Oh, were you now..? ..Nnnice. It's funny, but I could instantly picture, and visualise his setting the moment he said it.. Sitting under the umbrella at the table.. the soft dulcet tones of Italian couples engaging in light conversation as they were enjoying their brunch.. With the beautiful lake, and the snow capped mountains on the backdrop, and the sun shining down as you sipped your cappuccino.. God I feel so normal now. I wish I had a teleport.

[@UtahJohnnyL]

1. Amazing car indeed. Drooled over it at Car Week last year during it's debut. 2. The carbon bucket seats are amazing, but for anyone of size, they aren't too friendly. Yeah, i'd be that guy ordering an RS with couches (18-ways), so sue me. 😛 3. Oh I fear already what the crazy ADM's will be by dealers on this car. It's well known only a few special folks on special lists will be able to obtain such a car. 4. Dig the "Luftgekuhlt" shirt, Mr. Long. 😉 5. Jay Leno, you're a stud as always! Enjoyed the episode!

[@weaksignal8009]

Porsche will mold and custom fit a seat for its owner

[@jarheadlife]

Love Jay Leno… such a treasure to our great country!!!

[@JMast]

GT3. Amazing!!!!!!!

[@patmclean1951]

Patrick Long is an all star guest! Comfortable, relaxed and confident in the content and the product. You couldn’t ask for a better spokes person! Hats off Jay, for having exceptional cars and speakers on your show.

[@johnd.5601]

My life really sucks and has since I shattered my pelvis and spine! I really need this car!

[@bernibeckmann9753]

This car is going to be a classic someday. I'm sure somebody will build a business around making it cool again.

[@4Kandlez]

When will this car ever not be cool?

[@memyself5337]

Won't happen. It will never not be cool.

[@bernibeckmann9753]

@@memyself5337 Tastes change. Haven't you heard? I bet there are already people around who don't think it's cool. That didn't take long. The original air-cooled 911 was just another old used sports car for a while. In fact Porsche was thinking of dropping the 911 line at one time. But my original comment was just for fun. I like imagining a Singer type company making these new Porsches into something special 40 years from now. What's that you say? These cars are already special?! I give up. Commenting is hard.

[@jackj5368]

The 2024 model will be a classic someday. The 2025 model will be a classic someday. The 2026 model will be a classic someday. etc...

[@memyself5337]

@@bernibeckmann9753 Didn't mean to sound aggressive. Sorry about that. I love 911's since I saw the 930's as a kid. In my eyes, a 911 will always be a classic. Cheers!

[@Vashed555]

Late to the party, but in the intro Jay drops into his Massachusetts accent and says “cah” and quickly corrects himself to “car” - 😂 He finally slipped!

[@estebanruiz80]

Welcome back Jay! Great to see you back in top form !

[@ivgarage]

I recently did a review on my channel on a 2015 GT3 and absolutely loved it. I can't even imagine how much better this is. Hopefully one day soon I can review this car.

[@costafilh0]

They should have made this Mid Engine before going Electric. If the GT4 RS is Insane, imagine this!

[@steveshoemaker6347]

That is a fine Car.....Thanks Jay & Patrick....... Shoe🇺🇸

[@AnmolSingh-2911]

I would still take the GT3 Manual, Bucket Seats & Carbon Ceramics! It's just so much money! 💸

[@johnlambert7056]

Jay Leno the ultimate car guy with the ultimate collection . Keep going Jay !

[@robertphillips6296]

Jay, that car or one just like it would Great in your garage.

[@peterago1082]

what a sound, !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@WalterBurton]

That was a good sell. That thing's gorgeous.

[@Frandaman84]

I thought it was gonna be downhill for Jay after the injuries, and I’m so glad that he still has the fire 🔥

[@robertalexander2506]

I agree with you on this, he had a couple of serious accidents. He will be dearly missed when he deems it necessary to retire from his show!

[@bryanluntz1603]

A Pleasure to meet Ya Patrick Always a good time Jay Such a beautiful Super Car Has to be a thrill to drive Great looks sound and Performance👍

[@FlexWheeler2nd]

Patrick Long has my dream job. Brand ambassador for something he loves doing. And I like his transparency . . . "I drank the Kool Aid." He's not being just a corporate mouthpiece. He loves the product and you can see and hear the devotion and passion to it.

[@ianmitchell9102]

The Carrera GT done the Nurburgring in just under 7:30 Jay !!!

[@TheTechwizGuy]

💯💯🔥

[@BillRalens]

love how he says, "on a closed course of course," then double overs. Jay your'e looking great!

[@joejoe8948]

Amazing track focused car! Btw Jay the Carrera GT did Nurburgring in 7:29

[@The_Stanman]

I wonder what it'd run on modern tires. Probably close to 7 min.

[@marcorsxwhite]

Drag cars, Touge racing, WRC racing, track racing, etc. All cars built differently and that's what it makes it unique.

[@anmcclo9731]

Porsche 911 is, just done so well

[@ericsbuell]

This outstanding piece melded the car and the presenters into an immersive occasion. The dynamic interaction between Jay and Patrick covers them exploring many subjects effortlessly. Patrick Long is the perfect " salesman”. He doesn't try to sell...he makes you want to buy from him. Great to see Jay on it after his near-death interlude!