2025 Nurburgring 24H SP9 Class Preview: Star-Studded Lineup and Manufacturer Showdown

The 2025 Nurburgring 24-Hour race is set to ignite the iconic German circuit with a thrilling SP9 class field, featuring a diverse array of manufacturers and star drivers. As teams prepare for the endurance classic, the SP9 category—reserved for top-tier GT3 machinery—promises intense competition, blending factory-backed squads with privateer entries.

Manufacturer Powerhouses and Key Entries

Audi leads the charge with multiple entries, including Konrad Motorsport and Juta Racing fielding the R8 LMS Evo II. The German marque aims to reclaim glory after recent campaigns, with drivers set to tackle the Nordschleife’s challenges.

Mercedes-AMG GT3 machines are scattered across the grid, with GetSpeed Team, Scherer Sport PHX, and Notorsport showcasing the brand’s muscle. The #14 IMS Team and #17 GetSpeed entries, piloted by seasoned pros, highlight the manufacturer’s depth.

Porsche’s 911 GT3 R (992) dominates the entry list, with Falken Motorsports fielding two cars (#33 and #44) and Manthey Racing’s #911 entry adding factory support. Drivers like Julien Andlauer and Kévin Estre will steer the German giants’ hopes.

Aston Martin’s AMR GT3 Evo makes a strong showing via Walkenhorst Motorsport, with three cars (#30, #34, #35) aiming to challenge the favorites. Prosport-Racing’s #37 entry adds to the British brand’s presence.

Lamborghini’s Huracan GT3 Evo II features in squads like ABT Sportsline (#28) and Landgraf Racing, with Marco Mapelli and Christian Engelhart among the drivers set to showcase the Italian bull’s pace.

Ford’s new Mustang GT3 makes its Nurburgring 24H debut via HRT Ford Performance, with three entries (#63, #64, #65) driven by stars like Augusto Farfus, aiming to disrupt the established order.

Notable Drivers and Storylines

• Red Bull Team ABT: The #28 Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Evo II, shared by Mapelli and Engelhart, combines experience with speed.
• Ferrari’s Comeback: The #45 Reale Konoracing Ferrari 296 GT3 seeks to prove the Prancing Horse’s mettle in GT3 endurance racing.
• BMW’s Charge: Rowe Racing’s #98 BMW M4 GT3 and Walkenhorst’s Aston Martins aim to challenge the Porsche-Audi-Mercedes trio.

Support and Community Resources

Fans can follow the action through partners like dailysportscar.com and social media handles @dailysportscar and @roddie_digital, while the spotter’s guide (V1.2) on SPOTTERS.GUIDE offers detailed grid insights.

With the green flag hours away, the SP9 class promises a spectacle of speed, strategy, and endurance—where man and machine battle the Nordschleife’s grueling layout. Stay tuned for updates as the 2025 classic unfolds.