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The Porsche GT3 is the ultimate sports car performance benchmark, and this video breaks down how I built a "bargain GT3" out of my 2010 Porsche 911 997.2 Carrera S — capturing the sharp, responsive driving experience that makes the Porsche GT3 stand out from the rest of the lineup, without spending GT3 or GT3 RS money or turning the car into an uncomfortable race car.
We examine the core design traits that define GT3 specs — brakes, suspension, tires, and exhaust — and how they translate to real-world handling on a Porsche 997 track build. After years of tracking this 997.2 Porsche 911, these upgrades helped me shave over 5 seconds off my lap time while keeping it fully streetable.
Parts and links to everything I used below.
**PARTS USED IN THIS 997.2 PORSCHE 911 BUILD**
**BRAKES**
Brake Fluid - Castrol SRF: https://amzn.to/4gQm7qi
Brake Pads - PFC 11 Compound: https://pfc.parts/motorsports/pad-compounds/11-compound-2/
Brake Lines - ECS Tuning Stainless Steel (Porsche 997.1/997.2 Fitment): https://www.ecstuning.com/b-ecs-parts/exact-fit-stainless-steel-brake-lines-kit/001094ecs01/
Brake Caliper Studs - Rennline Cup Car Style: https://www.rennline.com/brake-caliper-stud-kit-cup-car-style-sku-s-111-bcsk/?srsltid=AfmBOoqbLmNVjNrk_5Zt5jIe4_EO0Z5_cBtEchvKeqkZulft0_ra55vf
Wheel Studs - Rennline (Porsche 997): https://www.rennline.com/porsche/997/brakes-wheel/lug-nuts-studs/?srsltid=AfmBOor0A1gdlL4MejI9vlVt0l4xzc8Sh0-W9li6HHDrphbswECCgOER
**ENGINE / FLUIDS**
Engine Oil - Mobil 1 5W-50 (FS X2, Porsche Approved for 997/991 GT3): https://www.mobil.com/en-do/passenger-vehicle-lube/pds/na-xx-mobil-1-fs-x2-5w-50
3rd Radiator Kit - Suncoast Parts (Porsche 997.1 version): https://www.suncoastparts.com/product/SKU9971TRK.html?srsltid=AfmBOorcgqlen9VNJUU91iSXPsuH7DZcu9olxdMFEgWCVAZEPNKV-2AO
**EXHAUST**
ECG Performance 997.2 Valved Catback Exhaust + 200-Cell Catted Headers: https://www.ecgperformance.com/porsche-997-2
**TIRES**
Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RZ (200 Treadwear, Porsche 911 Track Tire): https://www.tirerack.com/tires/bridgestone-potenza-re-71rz?ef_id=CjwKCAjw-rTUBhAiEiwADv8gBJMd5XDH8EzK5xGydTCF2srSgduW2GM2l-vw0lxE5HDXCG-poypfBhoCp40QAvD_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!3756!3!429404526437!p!!g!!bridgestone%20re%2071r&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=54583933&gbraid=0AAAAAD_rH_8rRFWKs8UjSauJa0w4I6Nxu&gclid=CjwKCAjw-rTUBhAiEiwADv8gBJMd5XDH8EzK5xGydTCF2srSgduW2GM2l-vw0lxE5HDXCG-poypfBhoCp40QAvD_BwE
**SUSPENSION / ALIGNMENT**
GT3-Style Lower Control Arms - Rennline (OEM Porsche 997 GT3 Setup): https://www.rennline.com/oem-gt3-lower-control-arm-set-s58-sku-S58-59?srsltid=AfmBOoqpyXf_m2ZkQF22oyHtaT8B_Y_1W9TusL21umVQVuWIpMfzr0Fg
Bilstein B6 Shocks (PASM, Porsche 997) - Front: https://amzn.to/4lVlU4l
Bilstein B6 Shocks (PASM, Porsche 997) - Rear: https://amzn.to/4p7Jduv
Wheel Spacers - ECS Tuning (Porsche 997 Carrera S): https://www.ecstuning.com/b-ecs-parts/c-wheels-spacers/v-porsche-2010-911-carrera_s-h6_3.8l-coupe-997/
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