Why the Porsche 997.2 GT2 RS Could Be the Next $1M Porsche by 2030

James Collett
May 30
2 min read

In the world of high-performance, limited-production Porsches, few cars ignite more enthusiasm—and speculation—than the 997.2-generation GT2 RS. As values across the air-cooled and early water-cooled Porsche lineup continue to rise, the 997.2 GT2 RS is quietly building a compelling case as the next seven-figure collector car.

Production Numbers and Rarity

Let’s start with what makes it rare. Porsche only built 500 units worldwide of the 2011 997.2 GT2 RS, and fewer than 150 were imported into the U.S. Unlike many modern Porsches where “limited” can still mean thousands of cars, the GT2 RS was truly exclusive from the outset.

Compare that to the 997.2 GT3 RS 4.0—another rare icon with 600 units built—which already has multiple auction sales from $750 to $1M on PCAR Market: https://www.pcarmarket.com/auction/2011-porsche-gt3-rs-40-4/.

The GT2 RS? Even rarer. Even more powerful.

Performance: A Raw, Unfiltered Monster

The GT2 RS wasn’t just rare—it was brutal.

3.6-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six
620 horsepower / 516 lb-ft of torque
0–60 mph in 3.3 seconds
Top speed: 205 mph
6-speed manual only

No PDK. No hybrid assist. Just pure, analog insanity.

It was the most powerful 911 Porsche had ever built at the time—and the last GT2 RS with a manual transmission. That alone makes it a unicorn in Porsche’s timeline.

Current Market Trends

Today, values on well-kept, low-mileage examples are hovering between $500K and $675K, depending on condition, options, and provenance. In 2022, a Guards Red example sold on Bring a Trailer for $672,000 with just 2,400 miles. Since then, the market has only heated up—especially for original paint cars with full service documentation and no over-rev history (DME).

Why $1M by 2030 Isn’t Unrealistic

Here’s the thesis:

Rarity + Power + Manual TransmissionPorsche is done making manual turbo GT2s. Electrification and regulation mean this kind of raw driving experience is permanently behind us.
Collector Shift Toward Modern ClassicsAir-cooled cars are already million-dollar collectibles. Next up: modern analog halo cars from the 2000s and 2010s—particularly those with limited production.
Strong Auction and Private Sale IndicatorsLike the Carrera GT before it, the GT2 RS is now being bought and held by collectors. Once in private hands, low-mileage examples vanish from the open market, reducing available supply and driving prices up.
Historic PrecedentThe 964 Turbo S, the 993 Turbo S, and the GT3 RS 4.0 all crossed the $1M mark with the same formula: low numbers, manual gearbox, top-tier performance, and Porsche heritage.

What Will It Take?

To hit $1M, the example must be:

Under 10,000 miles
Complete with service records and documentation
Original paint, no accidents
Desirable options (Carbon buckets, PCCB, lightweight spec)
Preferably a launch color (Matte Grey, Guards Red)

Final Thoughts

By 2030, the Porsche 997.2 GT2 RS will be remembered as the last of a breed—a raw, turbocharged, rear-drive monster with a manual transmission that required real talent to tame. Its rarity, visceral performance, and connection to Porsche’s motorsport DNA will elevate it into the pantheon of blue-chip collector cars.

If you're looking for the next big Porsche investment, this might be it.