Vivid Racing has become quite a name in the Porsche tuning market.  As we continually progress with these cars, we are following the news of the latest 2010 Porsche GT3.  Who knows, you might see one here at our shop!  We got this press release forwarded from Porsche AG and thought we would share the pics.  This car is NUTS!

Stuttgart, is putting the new 911 GT3 RS on the starting line: Delivering more engine power with less weight, featuring shorter transmission ratios and further advanced body and suspension elements, the new 911 GT3 RS was developed as the homologated racing version of the 911 GT3 and meets every requirement for ongoing success on the race track. The GT3 RS is the continuation in the series of absolutely uncompromising, sporting 911s homologated for the road.

The heart of the new GT3 RS, its power unit, is based on the engine of the 911 GT3. Like it, the RS power unit now displaces 3.8 instead of 3.6 liters, while delivering still more power and Rpm.

Thus, the new 911 GT3 RS features an engine with 15 additional bhp compared to the 911 GT3 with a maximum output of 450 horsepower from a high revving naturally-aspirated power unit. This six-cylinder reaches a specific output of more than 118 bhp per liter, a benchmark for a natural-aspirated engine in the world. And that is not all: compared to many other high-performance engines, the power unit in the new GT3 RS is completely suitable for everyday use.

The new 911 GT3 RS is equipped exclusively with a six-speed manual gearbox optimized for short gearshift travel, low weight and high efficiency. To enhance the level of performance throughout the entire range of engine and road speed, the gears come with a shorter transmission ratio than on the 911 GT3, deliberately making concessions in terms of even higher top speed.

To further improve its sporting behavior, the new 911 GT3 RS comes for the first time with a specifically adjusted PASM suspension and wider track not only at the rear, but also on the front axle. As a result, the body of the new 911 GT3 RS is wider not only at the rear, but also at the front by use of additional wheel arch covers.
The front axle is fitted with nine-inch-wide wheels running on 245/35 ZR 19 sports tires, the rear axle features twelve-inch-wide wheels on 325/30 ZR 19 sports tires.

The standard dynamic engine mounts enhance the car’s driving dynamics even further. Depending on driving conditions, the mounts change in their stiffness and damping effect, improving the connection between the engine and the body especially when driving very dynamically.

Aerodynamics on the GT3 RS develop even more down force than on the GT3, adding to the car’s race track capabilities. For exactly this reason, the use on the track, Porsche is introducing yet another new option in 2010: a lithium-ion battery that is delivered with the car in addition to the conventional lead battery, and – when used instead of the regular battery – reduces weight by more than 10 kg or 22 lbs.

The new 911 GT3 RS cannot deny its close connection to motor sports which is also obvious from its dynamic looks. The particularly low clearance of the car, the new, extra-large carbon-fiber rear wing with its specifically designed wing supports made of aluminum, the characteristic dual tailpipes on the extra-light titanium sports exhaust, and the special front and rear exclusive to this model make this even more evident.

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Check out our customer Gary’s Florida Porsche 997 C2 that has been pimped to perfection.  The white 997 Carrera features a TechArt style front bumper, a GT3 rear bumper conversion, and some 20 inch TechArt Formula wheels.  With those big wheels, Gary need to fit some BIG brakes.  Vivid Racing hooked up Gary with the Rotora Big Brake Kit for his Porsche 997 C2.  The front is a 8piston caliper with a 2piece 380mm (15 inch) rotor and the rear is a 4piston caliper with 380mm 2piece rotor as well.  The big red calipers add some serious stoutness to his already clean car.  Gary your car rocks and we appreciate the business!

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Vivid Racing’s worldwide presence is something that continually grows.  One of the hottest places on earth, literally, for cars is the Middle East.  Straight from Bahrain is our customer Abdullah and his Porsche 997 C4S.  He recently equipped it with a TechArt style aero kit from NR Auto.  This kit features a carbon fiber front lip spoiler on the aggressive bumper, side skirts, and a rear bumper with a carbon fiber diffuser.  The complete aero kit is made from fiberglass and retails for $4995.  Next up, some HRE Wheels!  Check out all our other Porsche customer cars here – http://www.vividracing.com/forums/gallery/browseimages.php?c=294&userid=

All the way from Dubai is our customer Jarkko with his Porsche 996C2.  Jarkko wanted to update his 2000 Porsche to the newer 2002 headlights along with a new front bumper.  Vivid Racing hooked up Jarkko with the Xtreme Motorworks GTO Front bumper, a MaShaw Carbon Fiber Hood, Precision Porsche GT3 Side Skirts, and the new headlights.  The car is a definite nice transformation from the stock look it had.  Stay tuned to see what Jarkko does next!

View our Porsche 996C2 Aero Kit parts here – http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/exterior-body-kits-c-4217_4218.html?class_9=2336&my_type_id=8&my_value=38&class_8=38

Vivid Racing had the pleasure of touring the new Porsche museum and factory here in Stuttgart, Germany on March 26, 2009.  The Porsche Museum consists of an evolution of both the 911 and racing cars from Ferdinand Porsche.  Included on display in the Stuttgart facility is some of the concept cars including the original Boxster, 911 turbo, Porsche GT1, and Carrera GT.  In addition to the museum tour, we also got to tour the facility.  This included the manufacturing process of chassis assembly, motor and tranny installation, as well as the interior assembly.  Because of strict porsche regulations, we were not allowed to take pictures inside the factory.  However you can see below many pictures from the Porsche Museum.  Only the 911 including the Carrera, GT3, Turbo, and GT2 are made at the Stuttgart factory.  All cars are “just in time inventory” as they are made to order for customers.  They produce about 80 cars per shift working 2 shifts per day.  The Cayenne and Cayman are produced in Finland, however their engines are still build in the engine room of Stuttgart.  Porsche Stuttgart has over 4000 employees with 350+ working in the assembly line to produce your specialty to Porsche.  Check out the pictures and video below.

Watch the Video of the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart Germany Here.

You can also shop our Porsche Performance Store Here.

View more pictures on our Vivid Racing Forums Gallery of the Porsche Museum Here.