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what car was paul driving when he died

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DiMiles

12/22/25 9:48pm

Paul Walker was driving a 2005 Porsche Carrera GT when the fatal accident occurred on November 30, 2013. The high-performance supercar, which was owned by Roger Rodas and not by Walker himself, crashed into a concrete lamp post and tree in Santa Clarita, California, after the driver lost control. The impact resulted in a fire that tragically claimed both of their lives. The official investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the California Highway Patrol concluded that the car was traveling at a speed unsafe for the road conditions, which was a significant factor in the crash.

The Porsche Carrera GT is renowned for its raw performance and is considered a challenging car to drive even for experienced drivers. It features a 5.7-liter V10 engine producing over 600 horsepower and is equipped with a ceramic composite clutch. Unlike many modern supercars, it lacked advanced electronic stability control systems, which are designed to help correct oversteer or understeer. The car's lightweight carbon fiber construction and race-bred chassis required a high level of skill to handle at its limits. The specific vehicle involved was red in color and had been modified with aftermarket parts, including a different exhaust system.

Investigation Factor	Details
Vehicle Model	2005 Porsche Carrera GT
Owner	Roger Rodas (also a passenger)
Estimated Speed	Approximately 80-93 mph in a 45 mph zone
Primary Cause	Unsafe speed for the road conditions
Road Surface	Well-maintained, but with a slight curve
Vehicle Age	8 years old at the time of the incident
Tire Condition	9-year-old tires; age can degrade rubber compound
Driver Experience	Rodas was an experienced driver and financial manager for Walker's brand
Safety Systems	Lacked modern electronic stability control

This event had a profound impact on automotive culture, leading to increased discussions about supercar safety, the importance of professional driver training, and the risks associated with high-performance vehicles on public roads. It's a sobering reminder that respecting a vehicle's power and public road limits is paramount.

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