THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- 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.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 4 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source 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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