The 997 GT3 RS 4.0 Is the Ultimate in Collectible Motorsport Theater - One Take

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The Porsche 997 GT3 RS 4.0L is the distilled essence of the fizz. It is the most exclusive water-cooled 911 ever made, with fewer than 600 having left the factory. With a 4.0L, five-hundred horsepower motor and a curb weight of under 3,000 lbs, plus a manual transmission and the lightest flywheel this side of a liter bike, the GT3 RS 4.0 is the one to keep.
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[@ObsessedGarage]

Thanks for sharing Matt. Nice driving. People underestimate how difficult it is to drive and speak intelligently like you do so effortlessly. This is "The" car for me. I think the key is to get one soon and hold onto it forever. That's my goal.

[@982spyder5]

Okay, so Matt can drive a bit. It really is tough to narrate and drive a fast line on track. Great job Matt.

[@udosteinhauser5661]

Dear Matt, nice comment on the other Matt's driving and speaking skills. This video is just so nice to watch. Go out there and find yourself "The One". I'm doing the same right now here in Europe. Good luck. Udo

[@PinkGuy120]

"If you have this car, do not sell" I can see Chris Harris thinking about his.

[@pavelperov4356]

Exactly what I thought as soon as he said that 😂

[@glord49]

Ore salomondrin

[@Orcawhale1]

Circumstances dictated he sold it. Also that's not the biggest offender, he once owned a 993 GT2, which is now worth millions..

[@JohnSmith-in1tt]

He recently said in an interview that the 991.2 gt3 with a stick wipes the floor with the 4.0 and he really doesn’t miss it

[@bk_nreynolds3278]

Poor Chris man. Loses his ass on so many cars. The 996 GT2 as well i believe

[@ruscaryt4480]

I love the engine sound, it's like a metallic and drawn-out hum. In Russia we call it гул.

[@xprettylightsx]

What other cars make a sound in which you would describe as sounding ryn?

[@cltnthecultist]

You guys have a word for it? That’s fantastic! Such a magnificent engine.

[@ruscaryt4480]

Not the engine sound, 😂It can be any deep and long hum

[@timmietz]

No. The proper Russian word for a Porsche 6 cyl NA motor noise is вой. “Howl” in English. I love listening to the вой of the motor in my 2011 997.2 GT3RS for sure!

[@ruscaryt4480]

@@timmietz I guess that works too

[@kellinpatler]

“If you’ve got one of these, do NOT sell.” **Chris Harris has left the chat.**

[@Spare84]

Although I agree, he has a GT3 Touring and said recently that he doesn't miss the 4.0. Had to find it back: 3:49 mark kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2PdiJd_oa6Lars

[@stillsearching1284]

@@Spare84 he's probably not being completely honest. If I remember right, he made some disparaging comments about Ferrari and his journalism career was in jeopardy. I think he sold the Porsche so he'd have the money to buy a Ferrari, just so he could do a video with it and say nice things.

[@gr3vis]

the radio antenna is integrated into the windshield - that is the center line you see from the camera's POV

[@johnyeah183]

fun fact, Jerry Seinfeld sold his exclusive one off 997 GT3RS 4.0 in 2018 then bought it back in 2020 :)

[@ShaiyanHossain]

If I could only have one car for the rest of my life this would be it

[@HaggisNHorsepower]

This is definitely the one 911, out of all of them that have been made, which I would take. I remember falling in love with it in Need For Speed: The Run back in the day. Would love to experience it in real life. Great vid as always Matt 🤘🏻

[@jeremyb4493]

I still have that game lol

[@MrWhitePerson]

matt is having the time of his life at adult disneyland, sounds amazing so much better than the 996

[@EGMedia1]

It's so smooth it feels criminal to hit the rumble strips! Sensational.

[@Pyotr_Velikiy]

A 4.0 as an investment, a regular GT3 RS with Manthey upgrades to enjoy. The best of both worlds.

[@robertsestito6821]

Who else wants a breakdown of the 4.0 vs the sharkwerks 4.1? Matt with Spike and some booze would be an amazing podcast topic.

[@johnadams2933]

I have a sw 4.1 gt3 and would be interested in hearing the differences

[@stms4411]

No offense to Matt - cause he certainly can handle a car - but the talent of the instructor in the lead is evident. He’s pulling away at will. Just goes to show the multiple levels of talent out there.

[@Just_Pele]

The 997 platform is my favorite too, my manual 997.2 Turbo is my favorite "regular driver" and it won't be leaving my garage until after I'm dead. There is nothing that Porsche makes now that matches it in terms of driver engagement and feel. Current 911s feel like fluffy crossovers with numb steering in comparison.

[@brianmessemer2973]

For the last several years I've watched so many 991 and 992 gen 911 videos that I'd forgotten the subtle bark, the throaty timbre of the Mezger engine, heard here in its finest iteration. It is absolutely sublime.

[@ruscaryt4480]

I have a poster of it on my wall lol

[@vladimpaler9274]

I have a diecast lol 👍

[@gunnardeross]

@@vladimpaler9274 me too! It’s one of my all-time favorite Porsches.

[@Bobsyouruncle-ru9io]

Disappointed Matt, was expecting some testicle care products.

[@flatoutsupercars166]

Favorite generation of the modern 911's for me as well.Perfect size and a 500hp 4.0L flat six paired to manual gearbox=car heaven.

[@HectorJRodriguez1]

What a phenomenal experience. I just did the Porsche driving experience in Atlanta and I would do it again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend for the true enthusiats. Great video Matt.

[@JonasRosenven]

Hi, Matt. Thanks for all your videos. You always have quality content but you really outdid yourself here. The videos you are doing here of all these Porshes are just amazing. It's incredible that it is even possible! Someone could make a video like this using cars in a game - but in real life? What an incredible opportunity it is to get to watch such a lineup.

[@americanexpress888]

5:48 wow good flip to another shot.

[@SteeliDan]

Great video and congratulations on reaching 1,000,000 subs. I know you and your team have been working hard on getting to that milestone.

[@amirulhazmi1989]

Hey Matt, always loved your canyon drive videos. But it gets better with track driving like this, especially in Porsche GT models back to back. Really helped me get a better insight on how each car behaves. Looking forward for the upcoming videos in the set, and keep it up, mate. Cheers from Malaysia.

[@pgrech2]

That is one scary course, absolutely NO runoff.

[@thejackamo]

I've driven this handling circuit a bunch of times-it's very short and with no real opportunity to hit "oh shit" speeds. It's more or less something that's meant to be fun and accessible for novice drivers.

[@acjohn6995]

@@thejackamo There's isn't a whole bunch of open space left in SoCal, surprised they could even find this area, it would be worth so many millions just in commercial RE prices.

[@JerainJezza]

997 the best GT3

[@Argothylos]

Congratulations on 1 million subscribers!!!

[@derekjarman1638]

The sound of that engine on that straight of the track - pure automotive bliss😁

[@thomasmilazzo524]

Me watching this video on the toilet 3:33

[@gzablodski]

What a great review!!! Very emotional. Thank you very much.

[@shmoofgang]

This has been my favorite Porsche for years......very underrated. Probably the purest , rawest track toy I can think of that is tameable

[@eichler721]

This is my favorite GT3RS Porsche. Love the car and that sound is music.

[@vladimpaler9274]

You are having a blast 💥

[@npharkes]

Congrats on the 1 MILLION subs!!!

[@mdayeh9712]

Matt you’re killing me with those Porsches!! 👍

[@Ochosi]

I have only seen one in my life.. man was it awesome.

[@mohamedal-riyami4084]

Congratulations on 1 million subs Matt!

[@RaceGasSmellsGood]

The sweet, sweet sounds...oh the sweetest of sounds straight from the gates of the car gods! 😱😍

[@TBIRD0625]

This track gives me anxiety just watching the video

[@johnadams2933]

Same here. What track is that? Virtually zero runoff

[@jdm3gee14]

@@johnadams2933 this is Porsche’s private track at the Experience center. I didn’t think much of it but jeez you’re right. Now I’m anxious.

[@MarioDallaRiva]

You make it look easy, Matt! Nice driving, bro. And yappin' at the same time! 👍🏼

[@CarToneHK]

Best car ever and the value certainly reflects it

[@coreykononchuk]

You're sponsored by AeroPress?! Hell yeah!! I love my AeroPress; it's the only thing I've used to make coffee for the past ~5 years. Best $30 I've ever spent. Get a metal perforated filter instead of the paper ones! What a dream of a 911. I loved my 997.1 Carrera S; can only imagine what the GT3RS 4.0 must be like!

[@49breal]

I ripped a 2016 gt3 around a track. Loved that car. Felt like you were always in control. Can only imagine what that one can do compared to what I drove

[@matthewgloberman3682]

Really looking forward to hearing your review and opinion after driving all 5.

[@tylerbetthauser7647]

So fantastic...great driving, of course.

[@venom5809]

Fantastic car, I would have to have it in white or gray with the red wheels though. Also the Aeropress is the best thing ever, use my almost everyday. 👍

[@evalonious]

Brilliant Video! Old school style! ✌

[@firstnamelastname3414]

I remember when this place was a mediocre golf course. Now the lands being put to proper use. Happy to see what the inside track looks like.

[@JC7119]

What a wonderful way to spend a birthday!

[@carrosdiecast3650]

Great review!!!

[@williambellisIII]

“Collectible Motorsport Theater.” That’s a new one, haha.

[@Poorschedriver]

This is the 73 2.7 RS of our generation. Truly a masterpiece.

[@taforth]

Lucky dog - that’s one of my all-time favs 👌! I actually saw 2 (a black and a white one) in a dealership back in the day in Toronto, just before Christmas. The sales guy told me that both owners which had placed their deposits on them, changed their minds before delivery 😳!

[@Snarf_Music]

I wish I never sold my 97 Integra GTR completely factory. Great video, it felt intense and immersive, and the beautiful craftsmanship of those Porsche's, it's almost like their genius design, alone, guides them down the road like Porsche's invisible hand.

[@touringteg]

Did you mean GSR?

[@Kaipeternicolas]

I think I drove this very car back when it came out (I think 2011) as a PRESS CAR in Germany. I put like 1000 miles on it. Videos are still on my channel haha. Crazy. Now I live in LA and the car was once again very close to me.

[@patrickridenour]

Nice work as usual Matt. How does it compare to Rogan’s Shark Werks GT3?

[@elcentinela3434]

Great video 👍

[@syygnis]

997.1 and the 997 4.0 are my favourite Modern Porsche's also *RIPPLE STRIP NOISE*

[@rookietoprobuildz]

That track looks fun 🔥 would love to drive my FRS there

[@sebgee4499]

1 Mio. subs. Congratulations✌️

[@MindfulMusic]

Ouch @ 03:33, my earsss!

[@dylanmura905]

Love this car

[@jerryc6497]

The 997 is my favourite generation too!

[@moneyparhar]

997 GT3RS 4.0 AND 997 GT2RS would be my perfect two car garage. Can't wait for 997 GT2RS

[@qikqbn77]

Love this Porsche GT3 series Matt. This would be a dream car to own and you are one lucky/fortunate Dude! I hate knowing that Chris Harris, who is a Porsche fan and true driving enthusiast, sold his prematurely. I am sure he gets salt rubbed into that wound quite often and you didn't help ;^) Thanks for the content Matt, great stuff as usual!

[@arbenowner]

I consider myself a pretty good driver. But driving a gt3 rs 4.0 at 8/10 on a track that has no room for error takes balls. And then you do it while reviewing a car at the same time. Kudos Matt, it really shows your skills.

[@birani123]

This car is in my top 5, it’s amazing

[@dragospahontu]

Chris Harris is scratching his bald head right now.

[@Thomas_Glavelis]

Gotta love this car...!!💪💪👍

[@eric_peachey193]

I LOVE the new 911 GT cars, but man I do wish they had stayed this size.

[@supremeautoimports]

Amazing.

[@coreygolphenee9633]

Im gonna imagine that one sounds the the best in the car its also hands down the prettiest te new rs does get it to a slightly crazier noise in that last 1000 rpm tho

[@MegaAtlacatl]

My favorite part about the interior is the flipable rear view mirror lol they're 1000x better than an auto-dimming ones

[@michal.laskowski.]

Best RS of them all!

[@Bolek989]

My favorite car!

[@Trussme96]

This is THE modern Porsche.

[@darkblueturbo]

This is the one. This is the one. 997GT3 RS 4.0. Ooo. Tingles just typing that.

[@mortenlaursen1179]

My dream car of all, the 997 GT3 RS 4.0...could do with a 3,8 though ;-)

[@Yungwalt]

Greatest car ever made, and it’s not close.

[@jGRite]

That air conditioner at the end sounds good. Kept it on.

[@TheCarKrazeOfficial]

Dang that’s prrrrty

[@chrise2329]

That's it, that's the one.

[@chuckclark6162]

Its called "track out", not "turn out", Matt. My favorite normally aspirated road Porsche.

[@hamidataei9541]

I can feel the extra mid range tourqe even from sound of video...

[@thejonathanrath]

This is The One.

[@johnmontag]

Porsche makes the best sounding, and performing, N/A 6 cylinder engine by far. There is no question by anyone to that conclusion. For it to have a manual transmission...... Is a 5lb cherry, to top off an already 15lb Ice Cream Sundae. 🤯😎

[@senshibat8920]

is that liek leaving it in 3rd for willow springs? ones not expected to winter drive and go up parking ramps with her.

[@jessevizcarra6622]

Dream car

[@nhoff7703]

Ill take the sport classic!

[@drewflanagan4296]

Cool car, does it come with PDK?

[@BrendanEvan]

Ever since I saw Chris Harris drive one of these I knew it would be probably the best ever.

[@joseph_8486]

I didn’t know they allowed porn on KZbin

[@JacesOwnWorld]

I didn’t see any exhaust tips. Where was the porn? 😆

[@ripnsoar]

Best car ever built.

[@TheTheskylar404]

there was no link to the coffee machine! Might want to fix that.

[@zzhughesd]

Great title. Fact. No clickbaity BS. Fact.

[@iamshevanel]

This is the definition of "poster car" in my book.

[@Prespa23]

Matt have you driven the 992 GT3 yet?

[@A92CB7]

Is this in carson, california off the 405 s

[@FELiPES101]

only thing i would change is having it in white

[@Soyblackpower]

@thesmokingtire can you post the link for the Areopress? I need to get stocking stuffers.

[@TheSmokingTire]

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[@robert7984]

My God that sound...

[@rjnation5042]

Yeah I know what you're saying, I couldn't get on the list to get one, I can't believe how much their worth now ether, Rj in Oz,