This Extremely Rare 911 GTS Is Cheaper Than You Might Think

One of just 60 ever produced.

In the last few years, Porsche has become a collector's dream thanks to limited run, special edition models. We've seen that special edition 911 models have skyrocketed in value, and Porsche has actually released models like the GT3 Touring to try and stop speculators from buying its cars. E ven models like the 50th Anniversary Edition, that aren't as special as the 911 R, have still doubled in value. Porsche built 1,963 examples of the 50th Anniversary Edition, but we've found a cheaper 911 that is even rarer.

Back in 2015, Porsche released a special edition version of the Carrera GTS to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Porsche Club of America. This special model was only available in the US, and was limited to just 60 units. This makes the GTS Club Coupe far rarer than even the rarest 911 models like the GT2 RS and GT3 RS 4.0. Unlike other special edition 911 models, this one doesn't come with a ridiculous price. The GTS Club Coupe that we found is a 2016 991 generation 911. The car is currently for sale in Miami Beach at Prestige Imports. It has 4,700 miles on it and the asking price is just under $170,000.

This is not a terrible price considering that the GTS Club Coupe was originally sold for $136,060. The car has appreciated in value, but less than other specialty 911 models. We think that this is a bit odd, because this is a gorgeous special edition. For starters, the car is painted in a bespoke color called Club Blau, which was only available on this car. The exterior also features a ducktail spoiler, which further adds to the car's uniqueness. The interior is trimmed in leather/Alcantara seats, with Carmine Red stitching. There is also a “60” logo on the center compartment lid and special plates on the door sills and cup holder lid.

This car was also fitted with the optional Extended Club Coupe Package, which came with a vehicle key painted in Club Blau, a leather key pouch, and leather-edged floor mats with two-tone stitching in Carmine Red and Blue. This car is based on the 991.1 Carrera GTS, so power comes from a naturally aspirated, 430-horsepower flat-six engine going out to AWD through a seven-speed PDK transmission. The GTS Club Sport also benefited from standard GTS options like the sport exhaust, sport design aero package, GTS communication package, and black GTS Alcantara interior package.

The only people who were allowed to buy this car new were members of the Porsche Club of America (PCA), which makes this a rare opportunity to own a special edition 911. We really haven't seen any of these cars come up for sale, so we'd jump at the chance to own this stunning, low-mileage example.

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Acura Wants Us To Think There's A Little Bit Of NSX In All Its Cars

Are you convinced?

Despite having possibly the longest build up that we've ever seen for a car, the NSX just doesn't blow the competition away. The new NSX has been compared to other hybrids like the BMW i8, other supercars like the McLaren 570S and even a car from its own manufacturer, the Honda Civic Type R. Amazingly, it doesn't seem like the NSX has walked away from any of these comparisons as a winner. Perhaps this latest comparison by Auto Guide will help change that.

In this road test (that was sponsored by Acura), Auto Guide tries to prove that the NSX shares its DNA with other cars in the Acura lineup, namely the MDX SUV. We know that the NSX hasn't boosted Acura's sales the way a halo model should, and we thought this is because it shared almost nothing in common with the other models in the range.

It's pretty obvious that this comparison was sponsored by Acura, because Auto Guide really had to reach on some of the similarities between the two cars. The five similarities that are pointed out are LED headlights, being designed and built in North America, push-button shifters and ignition switches, safety systems such as SH-AWD, and a nine-speed automatic transmission. These comparisons are so silly, because the NSX and MDX really couldn't be more different. If we wanted to, we could say that the Nissan Sentra is very similar to the GT-R because they both have four wheels, trunks, and gas tanks. For now, the NSX is definitely a bit of a disappointment, especially when considering its legendary predecessor.

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Can The Acura TLX Make BMW 3 Series Buyers Think Twice?

Is the TLX good enough to take on the best in its segment?

Acura has been having a hard time over the past several years. It just can’t find an identity. The new NSX supercar will help with that, but the rest of the (mainstream) lineup, such as the 2017 TLX, needs an over dosage of adrenaline. Stat. The TLX debuted for the 2015 model year as a replacement for both the TL and TSX. It’s a mid-size luxury sedan that’s built on the same platform as the current Honda Accord. Heck, it’s even built in the same Ohio factory.

Our tester was equipped with the base 2.4-liter inline-four with 206 hp and 182 lb-ft of torque, with power going to the front wheels via an eight-speed dual-clutch. Does that inline-four sound familiar? It should, because it’s also used for the Accord. Go figure.

Because it requires premium fuel for the TLX, however, it does produce an extra 17 ponies over the Accord. So there’s that. The optional engine is a 3.5-liter V6 with 290 hp that comes paired to a nine-speed slushbox, but we’d honestly prefer the cheaper and more fun-to-drive four pot. Interestingly, Acura is trying to lure away BMW 3 Series and Audi A4 buyers with the TLX, but we think that’s a bit of a stretch. Isn’t the TLX more of a top-trim Ford Fusion or Lincoln MKX fighter? Just a thought. Special thanks to Marin Acura for letting us film the car.

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