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Why the Porsche 996 GT3 Cup is one of the most popular choices for vintage racing

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ChrisTropea
ChrisTropea Associate Editor
12/15/22 4:08 p.m.

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Why do you see so many Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars at vintage races?

For pro racing driver Johan Schwartz, the 996 GT3 Cup offers more safety, reliability and factory support than other vintage racing options.

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dean1484
dean1484 GRM+ Memberand MegaDork
12/17/22 9:01 a.m.

I have a hard time accepting that a 996 is now vintage. To me it is still a modern car.  Time really has moved fast in the last 20 years. 

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