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2016 Porsche 911 R: Already a Legend. For Good Reason?

Ignition · Season 13 · Episode 15
We explore why the Porsche 911 R has become an instant legend. Long before the first one even left the factory, all 991 produced were sold out. The reason? The R combines the 4.0L, 500hp engine from the 911 GT3 RS with a six-speed manual transmission.

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Season
13
Episode
15
Air Date
26/Sep/2016
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We explore why the Porsche 911 R has become an instant legend. Long before the first one even left the factory, all 991 produced were sold out. The reason? The R combines the 4.0L, 500hp engine from the 911 GT3 RS with a six-speed manual transmission.

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