Trending Now - Porsche 911 GT3 Cabriolet: Manual-only, Lightweight Powerhouse

WHO:

Motor1.com - Porsche is the manufacturer of the 911 GT3 S/C.

Porsche Newsroom - Frank Moser is the Head of the 911 and 718 model series at Porsche.

Porsche Newsroom - Andreas Preuninger is the Head of GT Cars at Porsche.

WHAT:

Motor1.com - The Porsche 911 GT3 S/C is a manual-only convertible variant of the 911 GT3.

Motor1.com - The GT3 S/C features a fully automated fabric roof that opens and closes in 12 seconds.

Motor1.com - The GT3 S/C weighs 3,322 pounds (1,497 kilograms) and is approximately 66 pounds (30 kilograms) heavier than the 911 Speedster.

Motor1.com - The car is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine producing 502 horsepower and 331 pound-feet (450 Newton-meters) of torque.

Motor1.com - The GT3 S/C accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and has a top speed of 194 mph (313 km/h).

Motor1.com - The price of the 911 GT3 S/C is $275,350, which is about 11 percent less than a similarly equipped coupe.

Porsche Newsroom - The GT3 S/C is available exclusively with a six-speed manual transmission.

Porsche Newsroom - The car is designed as a two-seater, with rear seats removed.

WHERE:

Motor1.com - The 911 GT3 S/C will be available at Porsche dealers across the U.S.

WHEN:

Motor1.com - The 911 GT3 S/C is set to hit dealerships in the fall of 2026.

Motor1.com - In 2025, Porsche delivered a record 51,583 units of the 911 model.

WHY:

Motor1.com - Porsche aims to expand the 911 lineup to broaden its appeal and cater to customer demand for sports cars focused on driving pleasure.

HOW:

Motor1.com - The GT3 S/C utilizes carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic for various body components to reduce weight.

Motor1.com - The car features a double-wishbone suspension at the front axle for improved handling.

Porsche Newsroom - The lightweight construction includes magnesium components and a lithium-ion battery to keep weight low.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 19:25 UTC)

Porsche has unveiled the 911 GT3 S/C, a manual-only convertible variant of the iconic 911 GT3, which features a fully automated fabric roof that opens and closes in just 12 seconds. This lightweight sports car, weighing in at 3,322 pounds, is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine that produces 502 horsepower, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 194 mph. Set to hit dealerships across the U.S. in the fall of 2026, the 911 GT3 S/C will be priced at $275,350, which is about 11 percent less than a similarly equipped coupe, as Porsche aims to broaden its 911 lineup to meet customer demand for thrilling driving experiences.