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Porsche GT3 Targa Ares

2018Coachwork by ARES

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Manufacturer
Porsche
Base model
911 Targa 4 GTS
Coachbuilder
ARES
Production period
2018
Body style
Targa
Engine
Turbocharged flat-6
Type
Limited
Production
1
Displacement
3,000 cc
Power
575 hp

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Porsche GT3 Targa Ares Design represents a return to the drawing board for ARES Design, following their previous success with the 2018 Porsche Targa 991 GT3. Three years later, they’ve chosen the Porsche 992 Targa as their latest canvas. True to their ethos, there’s no mass production here—just a singular masterpiece crafted with meticulous attention to detail. It’s akin to commissioning an artist to produce two identical new masterpieces, and ARES Design has risen to the challenge with their Porsche 992 Targa project. The modifications may be subtle, but they’re undeniably significant, like delicate brushstrokes on a canvas. One of the most notable changes is the installation of a new aerodynamic kit crafted from carbon fiber, meticulously designed by the Modena Styling Center. This kit widens the vehicle by 8 cm at the front and 4 cm at the rear, enhancing its road presence while preserving the inherent elegance and sportiness characteristic of a Porsche. Inside, the transformation continues, with the cabin undergoing a complete overhaul. Premium leather of the highest quality adorns every surface, ensuring that the interior maintains its reputation for exceptional material selection and impeccable build quality. However, ARES Design’s work doesn’t stop at aesthetics. They’ve also turned their attention to the heart of the Porsche 992 Targa, fine-tuning its performance. The Boxer 6 engine has been revised and enhanced, delivering an additional 60 horsepower and allowing its voice to resonate through the new sport exhaust system. For ARES Design, unique projects like the Porsche GT3 Targa hold a special place—a testament to their commitment to creating bespoke creations tailored for discerning connoisseurs and true enthusiasts. Indeed, this Porsche 992 Targa by ARES exemplifies their dedication to pushing the boundaries of automotive design and performance.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
Limited
Body & configuration · Legacy attribution
Targa Top

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Turbocharged flat-6
Displacement
3,000 cc
Power (hp)
575 hp
Torque
675 Nm
Specification notes
2018 ARES GT3 Targa conversion is based on a Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS (991.2). Conversion-specific powertrain: turbocharged flat-six 3.0 L, 575 hp and 675 Nm after ARES modifications. ARES-specific exterior dimensions are not published, so donor dimensions are not inherited.

Design & manufacture

Manufacturer · Documented
Porsche
Coachbuilder / Engineering / Body Builder · Documented
ARES

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
ARES Design — Monaco Yacht Show 2018 www.aresdesign.com Coachbuilder official
Carscoops — ARES Porsche 911 GT3 Targa www.carscoops.com Contemporary road test

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