This Drop-Top Porsche GT3 Prototype is actually the new 911 Speedster in disguise.

      Stefan Baldauf / SB-Medien

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      At first glance, you might confuse this road-going prototype with a Porsche 911 GT3 Cabriolet, which is precisely the kind of confusion this disguise aims to create. Underneath the center-lock wheels, flared fenders, and prominently featured cooling elements lies the core of a new 911 Speedster. Similar to its predecessor, we anticipate that the 992.2 Speedster will debut towards the end of this 911's lifespan, with our sources indicating a 2027 model year, implying a reveal sometime in 2026.

      The body design mostly resembles that of the 911 GT3 ST, but it has one significant difference—the absence of a roof. Based on the previous model, we expect the new Speedster to be designed to fully capitalize on its convertible configuration, enabling the driver to enjoy every facet of the driving experience instead of focusing solely on peak performance.

      In the previous version, this involved replacing the race-inspired 4.0-liter flat-six’s standard intake setup with individual throttle bodies. The Speedster produced 503 horsepower and 346 pound-feet of torque with this configuration. We anticipate even more performance from this new variant. What remains uncertain is whether Porsche will retain one of the noteworthy features from the last Speedster: its six-speed manual transmission.

      You can view that generously sculpted rear (as well as the rest of the exterior) by checking out the image gallery below.

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