Almost anyone can buy a Porsche these days. However, few people choose a GT3 RS. Scarcity and affordability are obstacles, but it's all worth the struggle.

Confidently sticking to its guns, Porsche went its own way to create one of the best cars on sale.

An espresso machine is steaming furiously and fresh croissants are arranged on a shelf that doubles as a swan-neck rear spoiler. Morning has broken over the Ricardo Tormo circuit near Valencia and business is brisk at The 9,

The current, 992-generation Porsche 911 family is in the midst of its ‘992.2’ mid-life update phase, which began with the hybrid  911 Carrera GTS and standard 911 Carrera. Soon enough the 911 Turbo will be getting its own glow-up.

It comes at the same time as the GT3 Touring is also updated, with a predictably stiff increase in list price to £157,300. Both the Touring and the winged GT3 are the same price. Pros: Pin-sharp handling, supportive seats, incredible high-speed grip