2008 911 GT3 RS

Built as a homologation model for use in a range of racing series, Porsche’s 997.1 GT3 RS was the ultimate track-oriented 911 of its time. The RS was 20 kg lighter than the standard GT3 even though it was 44mm wider at the rear and thanks to the 415 bhp cranked out from it’s meaty 3.6-liter engine, it was a bit quicker. But where the RS really shone was in its naturally habitat: the track.

Today’s Spotlight car, this 2008 911 GT3 RS is finished in Black with Orange wheels and Accents over a Black leather and Alcantara interior. The car came optioned with Sport Chono Package and PCCB brakes and shows 12,000 miles on the odometer, on the higher side, but not the highest we’ve seen in the last twelve months.

The Black paint appears to be in good condition showing minimal wear and wears protective film on the nose. Paint meter readings are even all around so there are no signs of paintwork. The interior is clean as well, showing minimal wear on the seat bolsters and door sills. Mechanically, this car has been well kept and comes with service records as well as a DME report in the listing.

The 997.1 GT3 RS market has been climbing over the last five years, going from an average price of around $125,000 in mid-2019 to just over $225,000 today. Our Spotlight car sold at a final bid of $225,000, right on that average line.

When looking at comps, we have an 11,000-mile example that sold for $265,000 in October of last year and a 16,500-mile example that sold for $230,000 in January of this year. With no issues with this car, why so low? I think it might have something to do with color as the 11k car was in a rarer White and the 16.5k car was in the iconic Orange. I can live with Black, especially if it saves me a few thousand dollars. Well bought.

Two things that go hand-in-hand? Porsche and watches. Every Porschephile I know is also a watch nerd. And like Porsches, watches can be enjoyed at all price points. 

On a recent visit to Pittsburgh, SML subscriber Allan S. tossed me his new Sheffield Allsport watch. Sheffield Watches is a reboot of an old dive watch brand founded in New York in the ‘50s that was synonymous with producing low-price point, quality watches. The weight of the stainless steel case felt robust, as did the feel of the screw-down crown and unidirectional bezel—definitely quality. As for price point, the Sheffield diver punches way above its weight at $108. You can’t buy more watch for the money, period. 

And that’s what Sheffield Watches’ founder Jay Turkbas set out to accomplish, reviving the brand's ethos and creating a watch synonymous with quality, technology, and affordability. Taking inspiration from his original Sheffield watch from the ’70s and his 30-plus years of experience in product development and innovation, he knocked it out of the park with a durable watch capable of exploring the depths of the ocean one day and cars & coffee the next. And all at a price point equivalent to the $13 the watch originally cost back then. Take a moment to give Sheffield Watches a look. I know you’ll be just as impressed as I am.

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