The Carrera GT was first shown to the world as a concept at the 2000 Paris Motor Show – a dramatic signal of Porsche’s intent to build something far more exotic than any previous road-going model. Enthusiasm from prospective buyers quickly transformed the concept into reality, and by 2003 Porsche committed to a limited-production run of what would become one of the most celebrated supercars of its era. When production concluded in May 2006, just 1,270 examples of the ultra-high-performance Carrera GT had been completed.

Erasing any association with the 911 lineage, the Carrera GT’s form was clean, taut, and unmistakably bespoke. Its sleek front fascia and radiused wheel arches framed a profile that balanced elegance with aggression, while the rear deck exposed the monumental V-10 beneath a lattice of carbon fiber. Inside, a driver-focused cockpit made extensive use of magnesium, leather, and carbon fiber, with a rising central console containing the major controls. The Beachwood gearshift knob served as a tribute to Porsche’s iconic 917 race car, whose victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans cemented the company’s reputation.

A production milestone and engineering masterpiece, the car employed a carbon fiber-reinforced plastic monocoque with underbody aerodynamics that generated significant downforce at speed. Its suspension featured spring and damper units, actuated by stainless-steel pushrods and pivot levers mounted within the structure for optimal rigidity and response.

The mid-mounted 5.7-liter V-10 – originally engineered for Le Mans – produced 605 hp at 8,000 rpm and 435 lbs./ft. of torque at 5,750 rpm delivered to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual Transaxle and twin-plate ceramic clutch. Braking came from Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes, selected for their fade resistance and reduced unsprung mass. In keeping with the car’s analog purity, Porsche omitted electronic stability control entirely, noting that “the driving behavior is very good, and there is, therefore, no need for it.” Porsche claimed that the Carrera GT could sprint from 0–60 mph in about 3.5 seconds with a top speed of 205 mph, although several period tests suggested these figures were conservative.

Finished in signature GT Silver Metallic over the rarely specified Ascot Brown and Black leather interior, this Carrera GT is one of only 644 examples exported to North America. In September 2005, it was supplied new via Reeves Import Motor Cars of Tampa, Florida, to noted car collector David W. Raisbeck. The Carrera remained in his long-term ownership until May 2022, when it was sold to Curtis Leaverton.

Showing 1,807 miles at the time of cataloguing, this Carrera GT presents in exceptionally original, well-preserved condition. Benefiting from careful use and consistent time-based servicing at authorized Porsche dealerships, it is accompanied by a stamped service booklet and invoices documenting regular maintenance, factory inspections, and completed campaigns. In October 2025, Porsche Omaha completed a factory recall addressing flaws in the spherical joints of the wishbone suspension. Updated components were installed, and the car received a full inspection.

As part of the same campaign, a new set of Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires – developed specifically for the Carrera GT – was fitted. According to Porsche factory racing driver and development tester Jörg Bergmeister, “It’s very unusual for new tires to be developed for a 20-year-old vehicle,” underscoring the model’s continued importance. Featuring dual-compound technology to optimize both wet and dry grip, these modern tires meaningfully enhance the Carrera GT’s performance and safety more than two decades after its debut.

Offered with its books, factory roof-panel cover, center-lock wheel nut adapter, CARFAX Vehicle History Report, and the optional interior color-matching leather luggage set, this Carrera GT is a wonderfully well-kept example. Celebrated as one of the last truly analog supercars – demanding genuine driver engagement and rewarding skill at every turn – this remains among the most compelling modern Porsches to own. For the serious collector, opportunities to acquire a Carrera GT of this quality are increasingly rare.