If you ask any Porsche enthusiast what the best car to ever come out of Stuttgart is, they'll likely say it's the Carrera GT. This one-of-a-kind performance machine is widely regarded as one of the best Supercars ever made. That's rightfully so, as it really is an exceptional piece of engineering. While it's one of the greatest supercars ever, it's also one of the most uncompromising and unforgiving. Why is that? Well, here's everything you need to know to find out! The Carrera GT Is One Of Porsche's Most Iconic Cars PorscheThe main appeal of the Carrera GT comes from it having an engine that's unlike any other Porsche has ever made. It's a 5.7-liter V10 that produces just over 600 horsepower, running through a slightly quirky 6-speed manual transmission to the rear wheels. This was all happening in a car that only weighed 3,042 lbs. As a result, it was astonishingly fast for its time. Car & Driver recorded a 0-60 mph time of just 3.5 seconds in a 2004 road test, as well as a 0-100 mph time of 6.8 seconds, a 0-120 mph time of 9.4 seconds, and a 1/4 mile time of 11.2 seconds at 132 mph. It also recorded a 70-0 braking distance of just 145 feet, thanks to its incredibly advanced carbon ceramic brakes. A top speed run wasn't done, but Porsche estimated at the time that the Carrera GT could achieve as much as 205 mph. It Was A By-Product Of A Failed Motorsports Program That glorious V10 engine is not only one of the best power units Porsche has ever made, but it's also got one of the most interesting stories as to why it exists. It was actually never originally intended to be used in a road car. Initially, it was supposed to be a Formula 1 engine. This original design was built to the F1 specifications of the early '90s, and was intended for the now-defunct Footwork team. But, when Porsche's attempt at getting into F1 as a powertrain supplier failed, it was repurposed as the powerplant for a sports car racing program. This project was known as the LMP2000 (a car that, just recently, was brought back to life by Porsche's heritage team). The version of the V10 that was used in the LMP2000 prototype was a little bit smaller than the version that ended up in the Carrera GT (5.5-liters instead of 5.7), but it was similarly powerful (600 hp).When the LMP2000 project also bit the dust, Porsche decided to hang onto this engine and re-purpose it to make a special road car. The original Carrera GT concept that was shown at the 2000 Paris Motor Show actually still had the 5.5-liter version of the engine—it wasn't enlarged to 5.7 liters until the Carrera GT was developed for production. It's One Of The Last True, All-Analog Supercars Perhaps the biggest reason why the Porsche Carrera GT is such an icon, though, is that it's one of the last of a dead breed. With its naturally aspirated V10, 6-speed manual transmission and absence of modern driver aids, it's one of the last proper analog supercars to ever be made. It was developed and produced during the final era of 'raw' supercars. Along with the Carrera GT, this era produced the Ferrari Enzo, the Maserati MC12, the Lamborghini Murcielago and the Pagani Zonda. Even though a fair amount of the engineering of the Carrera GT is very advanced, it refused to compromise on having a pure driving feel. That makes it a true unicorn—advanced enough to satisfy the engineers, but pure and raw enough for the true driving enthusiasts. It Gained A Reputation For Being Dangerous Supercar RonThe Porsche Carrera GT might be a beloved car, but it's far from a perfect one. It's actually gained a reputation over the years for being particularly dangerous to drive. First of all, there's all that power going straight to the rear wheels. While this might not be a problem in more modern supercars thanks to the myriad of driver aids they have now, the Carrera GT doesn't have any of those. As a result, you can very easily get the tail out if you're not careful with the throttle. This has caused several drivers to seriously lose control of the car when driving it on the limit. That incredibly difficult handling has actually resulted in two deaths. One of those happened at California Speedway in 2006, and another that happened on a public road in 2013 claimed the lives Roger Rodas and Paul Walker.While many potential owners have been put off by how unforgiving the Carrera GT is to drive, it's only given the car even more of an aura in the years following its production. This is a car that only the truly skilled drivers can tame, and there's a certain kind of kudos you can get from being able to control it. In an age where supercars lean more and more towards advanced technology, that extends to any other analog supercars like it. What Should You Look Out For If You Want To Buy A Porsche Carrera GT? The Porsche Carrera GT's problems don't just extend to its difficult handling. It's also known to have some big problems that you definitely need to look out for if you ever want to buy one. Perhaps the biggest problem people have become aware of is the suspension corrosion issues. This actually caused a recall by Porsche in 2023, accompanied by a "do not drive" order. If you're looking to buy a Carrera GT, you should absolutely make sure that this has been done. Or, alternatively, if the Carrera GT you're looking at is like Doug DeMuro's and it has non-standard suspension. It's One Of The Most Valuable Supercars Ever Made PorscheUnsurprisingly for how special it is, the Porsche Carrera GT has become one of the most valuable supercars around. It's quickly risen into being a genuine multi-million dollar supercar in a very short space of time. As things are right now, the average used value of a Carrera GT is around $2.9 million. There have also been instances where examples have gone for over $6 million! Clearly, the Porsche Carrera GT is a car that's only for the serious money collectors. But, if you do have the money to own one, you're guaranteed to have one of the best automotive investments around.Sources: Car & Driver, Classic.com, Porsche, YouTube (@DougDeMuro)FAQQ: How much is a Porsche Carrera GT worth?The average used value for a Porsche Carrera GT is $2.9 million.Q: How much horsepower does the Carrera GT have?The Porsche Carrera GT has 603 horsepower.Q: Why is the Porsche Carrera GT dangerous?It's a light, powerful, rear-wheel drive car with no driver aids. So, it has a tendency to oversteer and spin out when it's on the limit.Q: What engine does the Carrera GT have?The Porsche Carrera GT has a 5.7-liter naturally aspirated V10.