Watching the footage of the Manthey GT2 RS MR through the Hockenheim GP track makes you realize just how far cars have come in the last twenty years. Whereas its forebear, the 996 GT2, was a snappy car which didn't suffer the sort of abuse some throw at their cars gently, this latest offering is much more a pussycat. A really fast one. Despite its …
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World’s Coolest Dad Takes His Kid Around the ‘Ring in a GT2 RS MR
Whether it be fear or ecstasy, the GT2 RS MR is a special implement which can bring out that intense emotion better than perhaps any other road car. Seeing this kid's ear-to-ear grin is a reminder of the overwhelming effect a quick car has on the young, and why they often become obsessed with all things quick and four-wheeled. Six-year-old Max …
Continue to the full articlePorsche Narrowly Misses Nurburgring 24 Victory With Late Race Penalty
Porsche did everything it could to win the Nurburgring 24 Hour race. With seven quasi-factory, or at least factory-supported cars in the race, and most of the contracted Porsche drivers behind the wheel, the only thing that could be done was run the race. It was quite obvious after the first few stints that the 911 GT3 R was the package to have for …
Continue to the full articleManthey’s Incredible GT2 RS MR Is Faster Around Portimao Than A 918 Spyder
In what might be Chris Harris' best video yet, he guides us through one of the most incredible road cars ever—one which just beat the Holy Trinity of Hypercars by 2 seconds around one of the world's most picturesque, most challenging racetracks: Portimao. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WZ-eZZXi-g The Manthey GT2 RS MR—a name which doesn't …
Continue to the full articleManthey’s First 718 Cayman GTS Hunts BMW M4 Competition at the Nurburgring
A certain sebastian vittel YouTube channel is back again, demonstrating his driving talent and making his viewers envious with the latest addition to this incredible stable. The first 718 Cayman GTS to be modified by Manthey Racing, this car has all the agility a track toy needs, though it might lack a little in the propulsion department. …
Continue to the full articleManthey Racing Describes the Secrets to Their GT2 RS MR
Having the fastest production-based car around the 'Ring takes power, poise, and predictability. As an aside, I consider this car a genuine production car that's been optimized and not wildly modified, as the power output remains the same as the factory car, and the right elements of the car have been massaged just so to give the car added …
Continue to the full articleManthey’s GT2 RS MR Snags a 6:40 Lap at the Nurburging
There's something so satisfying about seeing the Nurburgring street-car crown returned to its rightful owner. In this constant headline-snagging battle between the major sports car marques, it's only fair that Porsche enjoys some more time at the top of the pile after dethroning the Lamborghini Aventador SV-R, courtesy of specialists Manthey …
Continue to the full articleOnboard Manthey’s Tuned GT2 RS Snagging a 2:31 Lap at Spa-Francorchamps
Few racing outfits find the newest GT2 RS in need of modification, but Manthey found a few areas which could be improved. With tweaks to the suspension and the aerodynamics, their GT2 RS MR logged a lap of 2:31.00 around Spa-Francorchamps, where the Koenigsegg One:1 took 2:32.1 seconds to log its best. The Swedish hypercar's attempt might've …
Continue to the full articleManthey-Racing Releases Two New Cars At Essen Motor Show
Manthey-Racing is Porsche's de facto motorsport arm in Germany. They assist with operation of the 911 RSR team in WEC, and they build and assist a number of Porsche-based privateer teams throughout Europe. They've built some phenomenal racers for the 24 Hours of the Nurburgring, in particular. They are also the workshop where the upgrade kits for …
Continue to the full articlePorsche Wants To Train You To Race Professionally
Have you always dreamt of becoming a Porsche race car driver? Not sure how to start? Porsche can help! Their new "Porsche Racing Experience" offers a turn-key intro to professional racing and training for those who qualify. As a Porsche owner, you've long had the option of attending the Porsche Sports Driving School as part of the Porsche …
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