The Speedster is usually the sendoff model for nearly every Porsche 911 generation before it is officially replaced by the next generation. As for the example above, the 997-gen 911 Speedster debuted for the 2011 model year before the 911 fully entered the 991 generation the following year. The 997 Speedster is powered by a naturally-aspirated 3.8-liter flat-six making 408 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. The launch from zero to 60 mph takes place in 4.2 seconds onto a top speed of 190 mph. It was only offered with a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch. The main characteristic features of the 997 Speedster are its double-bubble tonneau cover extending over the area where the rear seats would normally be and a lower windshield. Along with the signature double-bubble tonneau cover, its soft top is manually operated. The black panels in between the doors and rear wheel arches, in addition to the Fuchs-style alloys, are retro styling aspects from the 1980s 911 Speedster that carried over to the 997-generation model. Only two colors were available on the 997 Speedster: Pure Blue (which was made specifically for the Speedster) and Carrera White. There were also a very limited number of paint-to-sample versions as well. Out of all 997 Porsche 911 models, the Speedster is the rarest, with only 356 units ever built to pay tribute to the original 356 Speedster. Since the 997 Speedster is so rare compared to other 911 models, it is typically valued at or around $300,000.
Overall, the 997 Speedster is an incredibly special and cool Porsche 911 model that offers the purest driving experience of any open-top 997-gen 911. It may not be my favorite Porsche 911 model, but I see the Speedster as underrated and one of the most beautiful.
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