Ceramic Composite Brakes
The 911 GT2 is the first Porsche sportscar to be fitted as standard with the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB®) discs. The ceramic composite discs
weigh 50 percent less than comparable metal brake discs, reducing unsprung weight by a significant 36.6 lb. (16.6 kg) and thus enhancing suspension response. In conjunction with a new type of brake lining, these ceramic brake discs immediately build up very high and consistent friction throughout deceleration. Yellow-painted brake calipers tip off the presence of the PCCB system.
The PCCB system provides optimal braking performance even under extreme conditions, on dry or wet roads. An extremely hard disc surface and immunity from salt corrosion give the PCCB discs a long service life. Porsche designed ducting in the front apron and in the rear quarter panel air intakes to direct additional cooling air to the brakes.
No Compromise on Safety
While reducing weight of the GT2, Porsche in no way compromised the basic integrity of the structure, nor was any safety technology from the 911 Turbo
deleted. A patented crumple zone body structure protects a reinforced passenger compartment. On all Porsche models for 2002, the three-point inertia-reel
seatbelts add new pretensioners and load limiters. The trunk includes an anti-entrapment internal release handle, a feature that was added to all Porsche models for 2002.
The GT2, like all Porsche models for 2002, is equipped with dual front airbags plus the Porsche Side Impact Protection System, which includes boron-steel door reinforcement beams, energy-absorbing door panels and door-mounted side airbags. The 30-liter capacity sidebags provide additional protection for the chest, head, and pelvis.
Light but Not Spartan
Although Porsche has sacrificed some luxury features to reduce weight in the GT2, the car is still suitable for everyday driving. Special leather sport seats replace the standard 911 seats, and provide optimal side support along with excellent comfort on long distance drives. Deletion of the rear seats saves
17.6 lb. (8 kg). While Porsche has reduced the weight of the GT2 in comparison to the 911Turbo, standard equipment includes power windows and an anti-theft system with immobiliser, transponder key, alarm and central locking with remote entry. The GT2 substitutes an in-dash CD radio for the Bose® digital sound system used in the 2002 911 Turbo. Automatic climate control with an activated carbon filter and cruise control are available as options, as is natural leather trim in dark gray or brown.
A New Chapter in Porsche Turbo History
Porsche began using turbochargers in the 917 racecar in the early 1970s and introduced its first 911 Turbo model in 1974. The 911 Turbo arrived in the United States for model-year 1976, and with its 234-horsepower engine(U.S.-spec) could achieve zero-to-60 miles per hour in under six seconds.
Porsche introduced innovations that increased the reliability of turbocharging, including the exhaust wastegate to regulate boost pressure and intercoolers to reduce the temperature of the compressed intake air. Porsche pioneered the all-wheel drive supercar with the limited production 959 of the mid-1980s.
Although not imported to North America, the turbocharged 959 became a Porsche legend and paved the way for the first standard-production all-wheel drive Porsche 911 Turbo, which arrived in the U.S. for 1996. The new-generation 911 Turbo arrived for MY 2001, and the 911 GT2 is based on this car.
Substancial Warranty
Every new model-year 2002 Porsche car sold in the United States and Canada is covered by a four-year/50,000-mile (80,000 kilometer), bumper-to-bumper
limited warranty, which includes Porsche’s roadside assistance program. The galvanized body and 26-step paint and anti-corrosion process enable Porsche to
warrant each car against rust perforation for 10 years and unlimited mileage. In addition, Porsche guarantees the paint finish for three years – also without a mileage limitation.
