The 2026 Porsche 911 GT3 S/C was introduced, offering buyers the high performance of a GT3 model in a convertible body for the first time.
It’s available to order now ahead of first deliveries later this year and is priced from $588,500 (excluding on-road costs).
Like the Porsche 718 Spyder on the Cayman GT4, the S/C adopts the powertrain and chassis of the 911 GT3 – although the company says it shares its “lightweight construction” with the limited-edition 911 S/T, which weighs less than 1500kg.
The classic Porsche layout continues: the rear-engined S/C is powered by the GT3’s 4.0-litre six-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine, sending 375kW and 450Nm to the rear wheels – and the only transmission available is a short-ratio six-speed manual.
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According to Porsche, however, the S/C’s chassis mirrors that of the GT3 Touring, somewhat toning down the track-focused intensity of the pure GT3.
In keeping with the spirit of the Speedster, the GT3 S/C is strictly a two-seater – unlike other convertibles in the 911 Cabriolet range – but unlike the Speedster and the S/T, the S/C will not be a limited edition model, according to Porsche.
The S/C moniker is believed to stand for “Sports Cabriolet,” reviving an old badge that was used on 911 models between 1978 and 1983. However, at this point it was called “Super Carrera”.
While convertible versions of coupe models tend to weigh significantly more due to the additional bracing required, the 911 GT3 S/C tips the scales at 1,497kg, which is just 18kg more than the standard GT3 and around 30kg more than the 991-generation Speedster.
This is largely thanks to the extensive use of lightweight materials, with several body panels made from carbon fiber, including the hood, doors and side panels. A carbon fiber stabilizer bar was also adopted from the 911 S/T.
An extendable rear spoiler with a Gurney flap – as found on the S/T and GT3 Touring – replaces the fixed rear wing of the 911 GT3.
It features lightweight magnesium wheels with central locking, while magnesium has also been used for the mechanism of the fully automatic soft top, which can be lowered in 12 seconds at speeds of up to 50 km/h.
Porsche has even gone so far as to replace the standard battery with a lithium-ion unit, saving 4kg. Porsche also installed special carpets, interior door panels and carbon fiber door handles – another carryover from the S/T – all in the name of weight savings.
Combined, this helps the 911 GT3 S/C achieve a claimed 0-100km/h time of 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 313km/h.
“We have already learned from the 911 Speedster and the 718 Spyder RS how well our high-revving naturally aspirated engine, particularly dynamic chassis tuning and consistent lightweight construction combine to create a real driver’s car without a roof,” said Andreas Preuninger, head of the Porsche GT department.
“The 911 GT3 S/C is the first to use the double wishbone front axle in an open 911. In combination with the particularly grippy sports tires and the low weight, the car offers driving fun on winding roads that has rarely been found in an open 911 before.”
For an additional $58,670, buyers have the option of ordering the S/C with a Street Style Package that adds Pyro Red body accents, graphics, HD Matrix tinted headlights and Neo Slate Gray wheels.
Inside, the Street Style package features red stitching and accents, special tartan seat inserts and a dark, open-pore wood shift knob.
Two four-way adjustable sports seats Plus with black leather upholstery are available as standard in the S/C. Lightweight, folding bucket seats with a carbon fiber back shell are also available upon request.
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