By Grand Prix Motors — Portland’s home for exclusive Porsche models
Introduction
For over 60 years, the Porsche 911 has defined what a sports car should be. From classic air-cooled icons to modern turbocharged leaders, the 911 blends design, performance, and emotion like nothing else. Below is our collector-focused ranking based on design significance, performance, rarity, and long-term value.
10) Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 (1973)
The original lightweight homologation hero that started the legend.
- Power: 210 hp
- 0–60 mph: ~5.5 s
- Signature: “ducktail” spoiler; rising seven-figure values
9) Porsche 911 Turbo (930, 1975–1989)
Wide body, whale-tail, turbo punch — the car that defined the 1980s.
- Power: 260–300 hp
- Also known as: “The Widowmaker”
- Collectibility: high for clean, late-80s examples
8) Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 (1984–1989)
The most balanced classic 911: reliable, analog, timeless.
- Power: 231 hp
- Transmissions: 915 (early) / G50 (late)
- Sweet spot for drivers who enjoy using their classics
7) Porsche 911 GT2 (993, 1995–1998)
Last air-cooled GT homologation special; raw and extremely rare.
- Power: 430–450 hp
- Production: ~57 units
- Values: top-tier, blue-chip collectible
6) Porsche 911 GT3 (996, 1999–2005)
The model that rebooted the track-ready 911 for the modern era.
- Power: 360–381 hp
- Engine: Mezger flat-six with racing pedigree
- Transmission: 6-speed manual only
5) Porsche 911 Turbo S (997, 2011)
The first true “everyday supercar” — devastating speed with comfort.
- Power: 530 hp
- 0–60 mph: 2.9 s
- Highlights: AWD, PDK, PCCB; manuals highly sought after
4) Porsche 911 R (991, 2016)
Driver-first purity: GT3 hardware with a 6-speed manual, limited to 991 units.
- Power: 500 hp (NA)
- Manual only; values well above original MSRP
- Collector appeal: purity, rarity, analog feel
3) Porsche 911 GT3 RS (991.2, 2018)
Peak naturally aspirated precision — razor-sharp, track-dominant.
- Power: 520 hp
- 0–60 mph: ~3.0 s
- Ring performance: sub-7 minutes
2) Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991, 2018)
The most powerful and fearsome 911 to date.
- Power: 700 hp
- Weight: ~1,470 kg
- Ring time: 6:47; carbon everywhere; immense demand
1) Porsche 911 Carrera RSR (1973–1974)
Pure motorsport DNA — the foundation of Porsche’s endurance dominance.
- Power: ~330 hp
- Weight: < 2,200 lb
- Values: multi-million-dollar status; historic significance
Why Collectors Love the 911
- Continuous heritage and evolution
- Iconic design that always reads “911”
- Strong long-term values across key models
- Unmatched driving feel and community
Buying Tips
- Verify VIN, history, and service records
- Seek original paint and low mileage
- Buy from a trusted specialist with inspection data
Ready to Find Yours?
Grand Prix Motors in Portland, OR offers one of the region’s largest selections of exclusive Porsche models, including Turbo S, GT3/RS, and Taycan. Every car receives a 100-point digital inspection.
Explore our Porsche inventory or call 503-689-3437.