With a starting price of $291,650 in the US, the 911 S/T is certainly not cheap, but with good reason. This is a special car model. Engineers have combined the excellent elements of their two predecessors, the GT3 Touring and GT3 RS, to create the lightest 911 of the 992 generation. Thanks to that, the 911 S/T is both reminiscent of the original 911. The 1969 911 S offers a unique combination of agility and dynamics.
Simply put, the 911 S/T has the bodywork of the 992-generation 911 Touring, but is powered by the engine from the current 911 GT3 RS. The end result is a 911 S/T equipped with a 4.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine that produces 518 hp and 465 Nm of torque.
In the GT3 RS, this engine is paired exclusively with a seven-speed dual-clutch PDK automatic transmission, but the 911 S/T marks the first time the GT3 RS engine has sent its power to the road through a transmission. floor. In addition, customers can opt for a new, lighter six-speed manual transmission, which improves engine responsiveness. Porsche says that the 911 S/T accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds with a top speed of 300 km/h.
The Porsche 911 S/T 2024 has a light and smooth design, with carbon fiber-reinforced plastic components used to minimize weight. Details such as the hood, front fenders, doors, roof, rear anti-roll bar and rear stiffener are all made from carbon fiber.
The commemorative model also features magnesium wheels, Porsche ceramic composite brakes (PCCB), a lithium-ion starter battery and lightweight glass, while the amount of insulation is reduced and the rear wheel steering system is damaged. completely removed. Weighing in at just 1,380 kg, the 911 S/T is 40 kg lighter than the manual GT3 Touring and is truly the lightest model of the 992 generation. This makes for lightness and quick response on the road. school road.
The German automaker shares that the 911 S/T is the only 911 of the current generation that combines a double wishbone front suspension with a multi-link rear axle without the need for rear axle steering. All dampers and control systems have also been tuned to accommodate the revised powertrain, geared towards driving enjoyment rather than outright speed.
Although the bodywork may be GT3 Touring, the S/T has the same cutouts behind the front wheels as the GT3 RS. In addition, the car is equipped with a Gurney cap on the extended rear spoiler, comes with 20-inch, 255/35 staggered tire and wheel sizes at the front; 21 inches rear, 315/30 rear.
Inside, CFRP seats are standard equipment, which can be swapped for Sport Seat Plus seats. The instrument cluster and clock of the Sport Chrono package on the Porsche 911 S/T 2024 have classic Porsche blue tones.
In addition, Porsche also introduced exclusive design packages for the 911 S/T; help customers customize and highlight the uniqueness of the vehicle. For an even more refined look, the S/T is offered with an optional Heritage Design Package that includes the exclusive Shoreblue Metallic exterior color and Ceramica wheel color.
Customers can also add numbers starting from 0 to 99 as part of the decoration, while classic Porsche emblems from the original 911 adorn the front, wheel hub caps, steering wheel, headrests and hooks. key. The Porsche logo and the 911 S/T model designation on the rear of the vehicle are yellow.
This package draws inspiration from the racing version of the 911 S from the late 1960s and early 1970s, and adds classic Cognac fabric seat centers with small black stripes. Meanwhile, classic Cognac/black two-tone semi-aniline leather trim with generous leather trims, perforated Dinamica hood lining and other elements from Exclusive Manufacturers Porsche completes the cost option of the package.
Customers are also offered Porsche Design Chronograph 1 – 911 S/T, which has a titanium case, a Werk 01.240 movement with COSC certification and a flyback function as well as a rotor in the car’s wheel design.
Produced only 1,963 pieces; This model promises to be a rare and precious item in the collection of Porsche lovers. Porsche expects to start deliveries of the 911 S/T in the spring of 2024
With its light weight and powerful engine, the Porsche 911 S/T offers an excellent driving experience and quick response on the road. The car’s light and smooth design promises excellent handling and agility, along with outstanding speed.