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Find out why this Connecticut-based Porsche-specialist is considered the by-word for anything to with the Carrera GT
by Amrit Balraj on June 24, 2024, 10:00The Porsche Carrera GT is a unicorn in the automotive world. With a mere 1,270 ever produced, it’s a true collector’s dream. Even after 2 decades, the Carrera GT continues to strike a chord in the hearts of automobile enthusiasts everywhere. The Carrera GT wasn’t just another supercar; it was built to shatter expectations. Its sleek design housed a phenomenal 5.7-liter V10 engine, practically unchanged from the Le Mans 2000 race car, tuned down for street use. This translates to blistering acceleration, the Carrera reached 0-60 MPH in a mere 3.5 seconds. With a top speed exceeding 205 MPH, the Carrera GT was a force to be reckoned with.
But the true innovation wasn’t just under the hood. Porsche pioneered carbon fiber for the car’s core structure, using it to make the monocoque and chassis. This relentless pursuit of lightweight design reflects Porsche’s DNA, a commitment stretching back to the company’s beginnings. When you own such a masterpiece of precision and performance, where do you take it for service? If you are in North America, the answer is Repasi Motorwerks.
The Story Behind Repasi Motor Werks
The company was started a mere 15 years ago by Jimmy Repasi, who formerly spent 12 years working for Porsche Of Fairfield. Even when he worked for the brand, Jimmy gained expertise and distinction as a Carrera GT expert. It was not long before the Carrera GT’s relatively small group of owners across the country were seeking him out to work on their cars. Today Jimmy and his team at Repasi Wotorwerks, based out of Stratford, Connecticut, have become the last word in Porsche service, especially for the Carrera GT. They offer Porsche factory-certified service, which rivals in their own words, even the service offered by Porsche. Now service costs on a Carrera GT can vary wildly depending on the mileage as there are certain components like the engine valves that need adjusting at 20,000 miles. While Porsche service centers might be focused on fixing an issue and getting you out the door, at Repasi, the team is more focused on addressing issues for the long term, to ensure that recurring issues cease to be so.
Repasi Motowerks mainly has 4 verticals
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Leveraging their expertise and knowledge in chassis geometry and scaling, they are experts at the forefront of chassis dynamics and suspension tuning. They also offer on-site pre-purchase inspections (PPI) available nationwide. These inspections utilize factory diagnostics and cutting-edge equipment to meticulously examine the vehicle’s chassis and drivetrain, all from the comfort of the seller’s location. Detailed reports with photographic evidence accompany each inspection, ensuring transparency throughout the process. For identified repairs or recommended services, a comprehensive, itemized cost breakdown is provided, empowering informed car-buying decisions. YouTuber Doug Demuro got his dream car, the Porsche Carerra GT inspected by Jimmy and his team before he purchased it.
The team has also developed a stainless steel performance exhaust exclusively for the Carerra GT, designed to enhance the aural pitch of the spectacular V10. The exhaust system will set you back by $8,980. They also offer a $17,500 carbon fiber reinforced ceramic brake update in partnership with UK-based Surface Transforms. Along with service, the team has become experts in performance tuning and has established fruitful partnerships with several performance parts manufacturers. Rest assured that if you are taking your Carrera GT to them, it’s in great hands.
Amrit Balraj
When not reading up or watching videos about obscure and rare automobiles, Amrit spends his free time planning imaginary road trips on some of the best driving roads in the world, preferably in an old truck with a motorcycle strapped to the bed. Read full bio
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