Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7: Rennsport Legend - The Gated Shift

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Explore the genesis of Porsche's 'RS' legend with The Gated Shift! This week, host Thanasi dives deep into the iconic Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7. Born from the necessity to dominate Group 4 GT racing, this homologation special became one of the most revered classic Porsches ever built. We'll uncover the obsessive lightweighting philosophy behind the M471 Sport version, contrast it with the M472 Touring, and dissect the engineering marvels like the potent 2.7L air-cooled flat-six engine with Bosch MFI and Nikasil cylinders. Discover the story behind the legendary 'ducktail' spoiler (Bürzel) and how it improved aerodynamics. We'll also discuss the widened rear track, Fuchs wheels, stiffened suspension, the dominant racing success of the RSR it spawned (winning Daytona, Targa Florio, and its class at Le Mans in 1973), and its enduring legacy on future Rennsport models. Plus, we touch on the current market value of this blue-chip collector car. Subscribe to The Gated Shift for your weekly dose of automotive history and German sports car analysis!

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