The Haters Were WRONG: The 911 GT3 S/C Is Epic.

The Porsche 911 GT3 S/C is a manual-only, naturally aspirated GT3 cabriolet — and it might be one of the best cars we’ve ever tested. In this international first drive from Germany, Tom Baker reviews the new Porsche 911 GT3 S/C, an open-top GT3 powered by a 4.0-litre naturally aspirated flat-six revving to 9000rpm, paired exclusively with a six-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive. The GT3 S/C is not a limited edition, but Porsche’s GT division is clear that cars like this face an uncertain future as emissions rules tighten. With no turbochargers, no hybrid assistance, no PDK option and a proper cabriolet roof, this could be one of the last chances to experience a naturally aspirated manual GT3 in its purest form. But should Porsche have put a GT3 badge on a cabriolet? Tom drives the new 911 GT3 S/C on fast, challenging roads in Germany to test its engine, gearbox, ride, handling, steering, wet-weather confidence, interior, bucket seats and everyday usability. Is the GT3 S/C a compromised convertible, or the most emotionally satisfying modern GT3 yet? Watch our full Porsche 911 GT3 S/C review and tell us what you think in the comments. As always, we don’t accept advertising from car manufacturers, and we’re powered by Budget Direct. Chapters: 00:00 Intro: one of the best cars we’ve tested? 01:32 Driving the Porsche 911 GT3 S/C 02:12 Is this the end of natural aspiration? 03:41 Why Porsche built a GT3 cabriolet 04:34 Roof-down engine and induction sound 05:30 9000rpm flat-six and manual gearbox 06:10 Is the GT3 S/C fast enough? 07:22 Ride quality and damping 08:15 Handling and body rigidity 08:55 Grip, Cup 2 tyres and wet-weather confidence 09:37 Can you use it every day? 10:26 Criticisms and compromises 11:37 Interior, tech and ergonomics 13:10 Bucket seats and storage 13:31 Verdict: should the GT3 be a cabriolet? Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/user/ChasingCarsAustralia?sub_confirmation=1 More Chasing Cars: Website: https://www.chasingcars.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasingcarsaustralia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chasingcars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chasingcarsaustralia #Porsche #911GT3 #GT3SC #Porsche911 #ChasingCars