Porsche is a key contender in the luxury car game. Of German origin, this car manufacturer has been around for almost 90 years and it has consistently been one of the most innovative and high-quality brands in the market.

The company began taking off as a business during World War 2 as it produced almost 70,000 military vehicles for the army. After the war, it took a new direction and started to make luxury cars. The brand is now owned by Volkswagen Group.

The Porsche name has stood the test of time. The Porsche Carrera GT is a supercar that truly puts the driver in control and requires skill and precision to operate to its limits. Modern supercars have automatic transmissions and all-wheel drive but the Carrera GT doesn't even have the stability control.

Here are 15 things you forgot about the Porsche Carrera GT.

15 5.5-Liter Naturally Aspirated V10 Engine

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The Carrera GT got a 5.5-liter naturally aspirated V10 engine. It was originally designed for use on the track. With a power output of 612 hp at 8000 rpm and a top speed of 200 miles per hour, the car set new standards. The power was transferred by a manual 6-speed transmission.

14 Porsche Classic Vehicle Tracking System

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Porsche Classic Vehicle Tracking System offers GPS-based monitoring. The system allows you to easily locate the car. If the vehicle is moved without your permission, you will receive a notification. When the Carrera GT was delivered to owners, they even received a call from Porsche Security Center to clarify whether it was stolen.

13 Sport Mode

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The Sport mode allows you to go from a comfortable ride to a sporty setup. Engine dynamic becomes more direct. PDK shift times change for maximum convenience. Other systems within the car also go into the Sport mode and deliver harder damping, greater agility through corners and a direct turn-in.

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12 PASM Sports Suspension

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PASM is the damping control system that manages and changes the damping force on each wheel separately. The PASM suspension also increases downforce at the rear axle and boosts performance. The body of the Porsche Carrera GT sits lower than other Porsche models. It helps to reduce lift at the front axle.

11 Two-Zone Automatic Climate Control

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Two-Zone Automatic Climate Control was a standard option that offered the best ventilation effect and separated temperature controls for the front passenger and for the driver.

A filter could trap pollen, odors, and particles and an air recirculation function monitored humidity and air quality. In warmer weather, the air conditioning system automatically changed settings.

10 Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus

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Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus turned the main headlights towards the inside of a corner. The system analyzed the steering angle and road speed in order to light up more of the road. The lights could turn with the car as it was moving forward. The road was illuminated the moment you started to corner.

9 Only A Traditional Dogleg Shifter

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The Porsche Carrera GT didn't have a robotized clutch-pedal-less shifting system. There was only a traditional dogleg shifter mounted on the tall center console. Porsche said that there was no paddle-shifting system on the market that was good enough for the Carrera GT. However, the driver could accidentally overrev the motor.

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8 No Advanced Stability Control Systems

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When the company created the Carrera GT, they knew this was a car for a particular audience. Their stability control systems were meant to be for a wide array of drivers with different experience levels. However, the Carrera GT wasn't going to coddle you. That was the reason why people wanted to get it.

7 No Electronic Driving Aids

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The Carrera GT offered mind-bending speeds and exceptional handling capabilities. However, it didn't have electronic driving aids that most supercars got at that time. As the needle of the speedometer crept closer to the edge, there was no space for mistakes. You had to have the guts to drive the car.

6 Only Raw Mechanical Features

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The Carrera GT had only basic mechanical features. It didn't greet you with distracting touchscreens and unnecessary notifications. There was only a gear knob, a steering wheel, and the pedals. You were immersed into the driving experience. Its notoriously difficult clutch kept you on your toes when you tried to get going.

5 It Was Meant To Be A Race Car

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The company built a Formula 1 engine and wanted to use it in their vehicles. However, they didn't have a car in which they could put it. Then regulation changes were made and the project was shut down. The company had no other choice than to turn the Carrera GT into a road car.

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4 BOSE Surround Sound System

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BOSE is a premium audio manufacturer. Thanks to its sound system, the Carrera GT offered perfection in sound. The system transformed sound waves into sensory stimuli to deliver rich and natural sound at high volumes. This system was specifically developed for Porsche, who went as far as saying it turned the Carrera GT into a concert hall.

3 Ceramic Composite Brake System

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A Ceramic Composite Brake System ensures more formidable braking performance. The system provides braking forces that are powerful and consistent. This feature shines in a race and on uneven roads. Fade resistance ensures that high-speed braking is safe. Ceramic brake discs are lightweight, which further improves handling.

2 Unique Exhaust Noise

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When you're inside the car, you hear the engine turning and ticking, and you hear gear changes and the tires rotating on rough pavement. Outside you can hear that distinctive noise. The car sounds like it tries to qualify for Le Mans. The sound is truly unique because it comes from mechanical systems, not modern electric ones.

1 Power-Assisted Rack-And-Pinion Steering

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Power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering was a common thing on SUVs and small trucks but not on supercars. That made the Porsche Carrera GT so different. This simple mechanism enhanced steering precision and allowed greater fuel efficiency that an engine-driven hydraulic design. It also made tight turns easier, for example during parking maneuvers.

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