1 of 42: This 2017 Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS May Be the Only One Like It
Every once in a while a car comes through that isn't just rare — it's borderline one-of-a-kind. This 2017 Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS is one of those cars. Porsche built only 42 Targa 4 GTS models for the entire 2017 model year — not 42 finished in this particular paint-to-sample color, 42 total. Some third-party sources suggest the real number could be under 20. We can't confirm that with Porsche directly, but by any measure, this is an exceptionally rare car, and there's a real possibility it's the only one built exactly like it.
Beyond the rarity, this is simply a spectacular example of the 991.2-generation GTS — the highest-build Targa 4 GTS of 2017, carrying roughly $50,000 in factory options on top of a car that already commands a premium. Here's a full breakdown of what makes it special.
1. A Genuinely Rare Build: 42 Cars, Worldwide
Porsche's production numbers for the 2017 Targa 4 GTS sit at 42 units globally, according to VIN Analytics data. That's not a niche paint-to-sample subset of a larger run — that's the entire global production for the model year. Some sources place the true number even lower, potentially under 20, though Porsche itself won't confirm exact figures. What that means in practice: your neighbor is not going to have this car. There's a strong chance you'll never cross paths with another one.
2. Paint to Sample: A Color Unlike Anything Off the Standard Sheet
This car was ordered through Porsche's Paint to Sample program, which allows buyers to commission a bespoke exterior color outside the standard palette. It's a costly option on its own, but it's what gives this Targa 4 GTS a look that simply doesn't exist on another car off a dealer lot. Paired with the black-finished PDLS (Porsche Dynamic Light System) headlights, the exterior presentation is as bespoke as the production numbers suggest.
3. GTS Interior with Deviated Stitching Throughout
Step inside and the attention to detail continues. The cabin is finished in full leather with deviated stitching running throughout — including on the seatback shells, a detail that's easy to miss in photos but immediately obvious in person. A carbon fiber interior package and illuminated carbon fiber door sills round out an interior that reads more special-edition than standard GTS.
Additional interior details set this build apart even further: gauges finished in Carrera Red, matching Carrera Red seat belts, and coordinated deviated stitching that ties the whole cabin together. These aren't options most GTS buyers spec — they're the kind of choices that turn a great car into a truly personalized one.
4. Premium Plus Package and GTS-Standard Performance Features
This car also carries the Premium Plus package, adding heated and ventilated seats, a heated steering wheel, and a Bose surround sound system. Sport Chrono comes standard on every GTS, and this one wears the GTS's signature center-lock wheels — a functional and visual hallmark of the trim.
5. Full-Body PPF and Genuinely Low Mileage
The entire car is protected with full-body paint protection film, and it shows: at just 16,400 miles from new, the car presents in excellent condition. It's recently been through a full 30,000-mile service — new plugs, fluids, filters, and belt — so it's ready to be enjoyed immediately rather than needing catch-up maintenance.
6. Nearly $50,000 in Factory Options
Between the paint-to-sample exterior, the fully customized GTS interior, the carbon fiber package, Premium Plus, and the smaller details like the aluminum fuel filler cap (a small but well-loved GTS touch, sourced from a single specialty manufacturer), this build carries close to $50,000 in factory options on top of the car's base price. That's a build sheet most GTS buyers never come close to — and it's part of what makes this particular Targa 4 GTS a standout even within an already rare model.
7. Why This Is a Car You Need to See in Person
Specs and option lists can only tell part of the story. A car this heavily built — with a bespoke paint-to-sample finish, a fully customized interior, and a drivetrain that delivers GTS-level performance with the versatility of the Targa top — is genuinely difficult to appreciate through photos or a walkaround video alone. The color shifts in different light, the deviated stitching catches the eye differently in person, and the way a GTS-tuned 911 drives is something you feel rather than read about.
If you're serious about a car this rare, the right move is to come see it, sit in it, and drive it. That's the only way to really understand what a build like this is.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many 2017 Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS models were built?
According to VIN Analytics data, Porsche built 42 Targa 4 GTS models globally for the 2017 model year. Some third-party sources suggest the actual number may be lower, potentially under 20, though Porsche has not officially confirmed exact production figures.
What does "Paint to Sample" mean on a Porsche?
Paint to Sample is a Porsche factory program that allows buyers to commission a custom exterior color outside the standard color palette, typically based on a submitted sample. It's a premium option that results in a genuinely unique exterior finish not offered on standard order sheets.
What comes standard on a Porsche 911 GTS?
The GTS trim includes Sport Chrono as standard equipment, along with GTS-specific styling cues like center-lock wheels, a sport-tuned suspension, and additional power over the standard Carrera S. Individual builds can add further customization through options like Premium Plus, carbon fiber packages, and Paint to Sample.
Does full-body paint protection film (PPF) affect a car's value?
Full-body PPF, when properly installed and maintained, helps preserve a car's paint and factory finish over time, which can support long-term condition and value — particularly on rare or highly optioned builds where originality matters to future buyers.
Is it worth seeing a rare, highly optioned Porsche in person before buying?
Yes. Bespoke details like paint-to-sample colors, custom stitching, and interior finishes are difficult to fully evaluate through photos or video. For a car with this level of customization, an in-person viewing and test drive gives a much clearer picture of the build than specs alone.
Come See This Rare Targa 4 GTS for Yourself
A build this rare — one of just 42 produced worldwide, with nearly $50,000 in factory options — doesn't stay available for long. If you'd like to see, sit in, or drive this 2017 Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS, or you're searching for another rare pre-owned European vehicle, contact us today to schedule a visit. And if your current BMW, Porsche, Audi, or Mercedes-Benz needs dealer-level service without the dealership price tag, our shop in Prospect, CT is ready to help with that too. Browse more of our pre-owned inventory or visit our home page to learn more about our European auto repair services.
