Porsche Unveils 100th Anniversary Nürburgring Edition GT3
Porsche has announced the 911 GT3 100 Jahre Nürburgring, a limited-run special edition celebrating the centenary of the Nürburgring circuit in 2027. Based on the 992-generation GT3, this model features extensive green and gold livery details, a custom interior, and an optional Manthey performance kit. Orders open in September 2026 for 100 units in Germany, with deliveries scheduled for 2027. The package includes a matching limited-edition Porsche Design Chronograph 1.
Key points
- The 911 GT3 100 Jahre Nürburgring is a limited edition of 100 units for the German market, with orders opening in September 2026 and deliveries in 2027.
- The car features a green wrap on the front and rear, California Gold wheels, and custom race numbers inspired by Nürburgring graffiti.
- An optional Manthey kit offers improved suspension, braking, and aerodynamics, achieving a lap time of 6:50.853 minutes on the Nordschleife.
- Buyers receive a matching Porsche Design Chronograph 1, limited to 100 pieces and priced at EUR 9,950.
- The car is available with either a seven-speed PDK or a six-speed manual transmission.
Background
Porsche has a long-standing relationship with the Nürburgring, using the Nordschleife for testing and development for decades. The circuit, which opened in 1927, is known for its demanding layout and has been a central part of Porsche's motorsport history since the 1950s. Recent Porsche special editions, such as the Marisen GT and RUF Ehra, highlight the brand's focus on limited-run, high-performance variants, though this new model is a factory Sonderwunsch program.
How outlets are covering it
Gear Patrol emphasizes the car's aesthetic details and collector potential, noting the extensive green livery and custom interior touches. Porsche Newsroom highlights the motorsport connection, detailing the Manthey kit's performance capabilities and the historical significance of the Nürburgring to Porsche. Monochrome Watches focuses on the accompanying Chronograph 1, detailing its technical specifications and exclusive availability for GT3 buyers. AugustMan Singapore was inaccessible due to a 403 error, so no perspective could be extracted from that source.
Why it matters
This release underscores Porsche's commitment to celebrating its motorsport heritage through limited, high-value special editions. The inclusion of a matching watch and the Manthey performance kit adds significant value for enthusiasts, while the 100-unit limit ensures exclusivity. The car's design and performance upgrades reflect Porsche's ongoing focus on blending historical homage with modern engineering.
What to watch
Orders for the 911 GT3 100 Jahre Nürburgring will open in September 2026, with deliveries scheduled for 2027. Porsche will also offer a Sonderwunsch Manthey Experience for buyers, providing behind-the-scenes insights into the car's development and performance. The matching Chronograph 1 will be available exclusively to GT3 buyers from September 2026.
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