A Florida man has sued Porsche and a Pennsylvania dealership, alleging he was sold a 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 that had previously been used as a technician training vehicle. The buyer claims he paid $281,940 for what he believed was a ‘practically new’, 34-mile sports car, only to later discover that it may have spent a year being taken apart and reassembled by trainee mechanics. The lawsuit accuses Porsche and the dealer of fraud, misrepresentation, and concealment.
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A 34-Mile 911 GT3- But Not The Full Story
Abdul Azizi purchased the GT3 after being told it had only been used for display and marketing purposes. With just 34 miles on the odometer, the explanation seemed believable. But shortly after taking delivery, he discovered something troubling.
Azizi had earlier asked for the window sticker and was told the car did not have one. The day after bringing it home, he found the sticker inside the glovebox. Across it, in bold red letters, were the words: “PCNA CAR NOT FOR SALE.”
That label indicates the vehicle belonged to Porsche Cars North America and was not intended for retail sale. Such cars are often used for press fleets, internal programs, or for training purposes.
Alleged Use As A Training Vehicle
According to the lawsuit filed in Florida, the GT3 was used for about a year at a training school for novice mechanics. During that time, it was reportedly disassembled and reassembled multiple times.
Soon after purchase, the GT3 developed major electrical problems. A Porsche-certified technician allegedly told Azizi the vehicle showed signs of prior work consistent with training use.
The lawsuit also claims that improper undercarriage work was discovered on the vehicle. The car reportedly became undrivable and has been out of service for most of the past year.
Fraud And Concealment Claims
Azizi’s legal team alleges that Porsche improperly released a training vehicle for sale and worked with the dealership to conceal its history.
He is seeking damages for fraudulent inducement, misrepresentation, concealment, and violations of consumer protection laws.
While Porsche has declined to comment on the case, Azizi has already won a Lemon Law arbitration requiring the automaker to buy back the GT3. However, the civil lawsuit could result in significantly higher damages if the court rules in his favor.
A Costly Lesson
This case highlights an important lesson for buyers. Low mileage does not always mean light use. Documentation matters, especially when spending nearly $300,000 on a sports car.
If proven true, the allegation that a “not for sale” training car was sold as a retail unit could prove far more expensive for Porsche than simply buying it back.
What Makes The 911 GT3 So Special?
The 2022 911 GT3 (992 generation) is built for serious performance driving. Under the hood sits a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine. It produces 502 horsepower and 346 lb-ft of torque. This engine revs to 9,000 rpm- a rare find in modern performance cars.
Buyers can choose between a six-speed manual gearbox or Porsche’s seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission. With the PDK, the GT3 can do the 0 to 60 mph sprint in about 3.2 seconds. Top speed is approximately 197 mph with the PDK and slightly higher with the manual.
The car uses a rear-wheel-drive layout and features a double-wishbone front suspension derived from Porsche’s 911 RSR race car. Large brakes, active aerodynamics, and a swan-neck rear wing help it generate significant downforce. At 124 mph, the GT3 produces substantially more downforce than its predecessor.
Base MSRP for a 2022 911 GT3 in the U.S. started at around $161,100 before options. Many examples, especially low-mileage cars, command much higher prices in the secondary market. That explains why Azizi paid nearly $282,000 for his example.
Source: Automotive News
