Great review, Will and WhatCar team! It’s such an iconic machine - beautiful. Would be good to see a comparison of this model against a Cayman GTS 4.0....
@itguru20372 жыл бұрын
GTS is much better
@Grasshopper0122Ай бұрын
The above opinion is penned by a non-owner. There is no such thing as one Carrera that is “much better” than another. They are all on another level that, unfortunately, most people will never be able to experience, except on the pages of Car and Driver. (above)
@Firestorm6373 жыл бұрын
I owned a 911 turbo but dropped back down to standard Porsche. You reach triple digits too fast with the Turbo. More fun to drive a slower car fast vs a faster car slow.
@mattreid87553 жыл бұрын
Scott this car is hardly slow!
@landonbarretto49333 жыл бұрын
I did too - you can't drive a turbo the way it's intended to be driven. I had a '99 and 5 minutes after I drove it off the lot I got a damn ticket.
@beardedgarage3 жыл бұрын
@@landonbarretto4933 I was with my buddy when he picked up his new turbo. 8 miles from the dealership we got pulled over at 130 in a 65. Amazingly we got out of it with “I literally just bought it. Have you seen this thing”
@Eddie-qs2co3 жыл бұрын
Agree 100%
@itguru20372 жыл бұрын
This is why I have a Porsche Cayman
@foesfly30473 жыл бұрын
When I was shopping for a 997.2 or 991.1, I wondered why anyone who was buying new, would 'settle' for the base model. I thought my 911 would HAVE to be at least an S model to be interesting. Then I happened to notice performance figures for a base model 991.2 were better than for a 991.1 in S trim. And the bonus is that purchase prices on the preowned market could be less for the newer 'base' model. I wonder if insurance and state registration fees might even be lower. For those who are inclined to add aftermarket exhaust systems and/or ECU Tune, the base model offers more headroom for very affordable performance gains. This is only my second Porsche 911 but I've come to appreciate the substantial performance value the base model offers. Just 1 thing... must have upgraded wheels. Don't settle for the base wheels.
@auchen888dolly83 жыл бұрын
brilliant no frills explanation of a truly great sports car .
@maxflight7773 жыл бұрын
I drove one back to back on a track with a V10 R8 … I came away bitterly disappointed by the Audi (which was no more fun to drive than a 5series BMW … ) but the 911 .. wow ! Just wow ! You could tell it was lighter than the Audi and so much nicer to steer and helm.
@beatles4sale20073 жыл бұрын
Great review, add a manual box and probably the most pure 911 you can get without all the epic options....
@resnonverba1373 жыл бұрын
It's not an option unless you buy a Carrera S.
@iosdeals3 жыл бұрын
well, it's the A 911 plate, these are always reserved for the base modes in the press fleet.
@alanwayte4323 жыл бұрын
I think most people are aware of that
@PhilbyFavourites2 жыл бұрын
@@alanwayte432 funnily enough I wasn’t….. I only remember 911 HUL - no idea what trim level that defines, perhaps you can enlighten me
@BamieJurke3 жыл бұрын
Have a 992 Turbo S and it’s the best all-round supercar available today. Frighteningly fast, German reliability, practical as rear seats are perfect for kids and reasonable running costs/strong residuals.
@TheMusicFan12973 жыл бұрын
Do your floor it sometimes? 😏
@ed3893 жыл бұрын
Jamie, I am ordering a 992 Turbo S. What options did you get and are they worth the cost? The liteweight glass is no longer an option unless you order the liteweight package. I am ordering all the suspension and sport options. I do plan on replacing the cat back exhaust and getting free flowing cats as well. Also going to lower it for a better stance. Looking at the 527FMR wheels as well.
@BamieJurke3 жыл бұрын
@@ed389 Hi Ed - I deliberately didn’t upgrade the sport exhaust as the quad pipes look so much better, I’ll look at an aftermarket soon to improve the sound. I got the front end lift and it’s ok but in hindsight not sure it’s worth it for 10mm, as clearance is quite good unless you leave active front spoiler down. I have an Instagram page 911_turbos_porsche 👌🏻
@BamieJurke3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMusicFan1297 sometimes 😉
@ed3893 жыл бұрын
@@BamieJurke Thanks, will check out your instagram. Yah 10mm is nothing. LOL
@alanwayte4323 жыл бұрын
I am sorry the quality of FTYPE interior has improved I have 992 but my wife had accident damage to her Fpace and was given courtesy FType whilst being more analog the seats , steering wheel, and touch points are very very close to 911
@TheRausing12 жыл бұрын
Love those simple alloy wheels. Gives it more of an old school sports car feel.
@lipinglin19943 жыл бұрын
Looking at this video makes me miss the old days where I own a 991.1. That feeling of driving up and down the mountain roads in the San Jose mountain range and the breeze of the California air. Really reminds me of how awesome a 911 can be.
@michaelangel81332 жыл бұрын
Had a 1990 5 speed four wheel drive carrea, great in the snow and ice, mountains, night here in heavy traffic as a daily driver
@jamesmorgan24656 ай бұрын
Nice review.👍In most cases, the Base 911 model is more than one can chew unless you are going on the race track. Most people who generally criticize everything about the Base 911 Carrera can't even afford one.
@AGC8283 жыл бұрын
I like your approach to reviewing this car. As a driver that will drive it in everyday situations realistically. By that I mean...having a lot of the available tech and the ability of the soon to be released 2022 GT3 is for most pointless. 99 percent of 911's will not be pushed. Owners won't have the skill or know how. And the cars will spend their lives in stop and go traffic. So while 911's are considered the best handling sports cars...only performance most will enjoy is straight line 0 to 60 MPH performance. Safely. So perhaps the TURBO cars are still worth buying if one can. GT cars are the cars meant for real world driving for any one with the money to buy a 911. Or maybe more honestly the Carrera S is the "most 911" any one needs. Honestly. Too bad its not available with a naturally aspirated engine. I heard the 2022 GT3 will have a self parking feature. One that would allow the driver to step out of his car, press a button on the fOB or smartphone app...and the car will park itself. Perpendicular and parallel. Didn't the base Carrera have this feature?
@elsemm12453 жыл бұрын
I own a 992 C2S. Lovely car if you can live with the awful ride quality. It simply doesn't suit British roads. It has 2 suspension settings but you'd never use sport other than on a track (which I have done). Just needs slightly softer suspension so you can push it around country lanes......or drive it to the supermarket!
@jimward87492 жыл бұрын
I have a 2020 911 4s cabrio. Much better ride quality than my previous 2009 911s cabrio. This car will never be a Mercedes or Lexus ride. I’d say it’s a daily driver. However be prepared that is not a luxury sedan.
@PhilbyFavourites2 жыл бұрын
Waitrose I hope
@elsemm12452 жыл бұрын
@@PhilbyFavourites Funnily enough yes!
@dawidos117 Жыл бұрын
@@jimward8749 correct! I guess, OP has too big expectations. My Lexus was boat like to drive, so I’ve changed it’s air suspension to coilovers. Now I like the ride! I guess I would love to drive a PORSCHE 911. I know I would! 😌
@dinosoarmotorsports Жыл бұрын
Great video...thanks for making this. I am a big fan of entry level trims like this. They're still fast enough, and tend to handle better than their bigger trim level siblings. Though, with the 911 line, there are few heavy 911s.
@geoffreyhughes99793 жыл бұрын
Great car, classic design.
@espaudio3 жыл бұрын
Great review. GT3 is a 6 speed manual BTW unlike the Carrera S...
@DavidEvans_dle3 жыл бұрын
Bet you could sell after market metal door handles, with the Porsche logo on it. :)
@Icanchange12002 жыл бұрын
As a potential buyer I really appreciate this video.
@alexandernicholas53093 жыл бұрын
Eagerly waiting for 911, 2022.
@TheRussianLondoner3 жыл бұрын
Amazing car, LEGENDARY
@hirad3539 Жыл бұрын
I got a 911 turbo and its my dream car i was wondering if i change it with an electronic new Porsche and i ask a relative to let me drive with his but man it's no even close to my car the vibe and the excitement that driving my car gives me is beyond any e-car i promise myself to re new my car every 5 yrs and it won't be electronic ever
@beardedgarage3 жыл бұрын
Great review, I love the 992
@stevosd60 Жыл бұрын
Interesting how once you've done sufficient research from the Porsche websites and the countless 'experts' and press wallers online you realise that many of them don't know what they are advising you on. 1. Keyless entry puts your car at risk from high tec thrives Launch control is on all 992 models - you just set it differently without sports crono Etc, ect, etc Otherwise a good review.
@nbb66093 жыл бұрын
Did I just hear the reversing camera is an optional item?
@mattreid87553 жыл бұрын
Sound like it’s not an essential so why not?
@brewtalityk3 жыл бұрын
he may have misspoken as the rear camera is standard on Boxster/Cayman
@pumarolz3 жыл бұрын
It’s worth every penny ,although expensive the driving experience is like no other, just tell me on which car with a dual clutch you can press both paddles and dump the clutch, as far as I know no car can do that
@definingslawek47313 жыл бұрын
What is dumping the clutch?
@pumarolz3 жыл бұрын
@@definingslawek4731 seems you’ve never driven a manual car, well it’s when you get in gear press the clutch , increase rpm in the engine release the clutch super fast and make the wheels spin
@afcgeo8823 жыл бұрын
@@pumarolz Nothing damages the flywheel, clutch and transmission like dumping the clutch. It doesn’t even get you there any faster. You must have all the maturity and ego of a 12 year-old boy.
@LuiS-vi9fl3 жыл бұрын
Why did you mention the Jaguar F-crap in a 911 review?
@TheBAT6911 ай бұрын
I think your review is the most pratical one for practical persons like myself. Great great tips. Great review as well. i am eyeing this base model in basic Black color.
@akcamelot8 ай бұрын
nice concept for the content :-) helpful and pragmatic approach
@Acquit808 Жыл бұрын
Are those seats with the full leather available on the base 992 in the US? Don’t see it on the configurator. It’s a nice spec, especially for no additional charge.
@bourbontraveler3 жыл бұрын
Just bought a new cab My 4th porsche They just keep getting better
@mattreid87553 жыл бұрын
Hmmm I like the 991.2 more but that’s because it’s lighter, prettier and has a nicer and better made interior
@spacemarine82893 жыл бұрын
Basic trim here in Australia we pay AU$280,00 thanks to the government luxury tax of AU$80,000. Thank you government. I can buy a whole car with that 80K.
@artyraptis6953 жыл бұрын
Are the upgraded wheels worth getting?
@afcgeo8823 жыл бұрын
Or just give to a charity and feel like a decent person.
@brunodrawings50223 жыл бұрын
@@afcgeo882 lol
@MrB5905 ай бұрын
I did went with the carrera classic rims.
@TheWombatCredenza3 жыл бұрын
In my experience the light weight noise insulating glass cuts down dramatically on road noise. Very easy to have a conversation or listen to music with that.
@stevosd60 Жыл бұрын
Is that because the glass is all round? He said, the side windows ?? On the spec you can only have the glass with tint top of windscreen and no rear wiper... Suggesting it's all round ?
@TheWombatCredenza Жыл бұрын
@@stevosd60 yes it’s dual pane front sides back
@stevosd60 Жыл бұрын
@@TheWombatCredenza Thanks Wombat. I've got a 992 on order and am considering noise insulating glass, but couldn't find many reliable reviews of it, until now. Thanks
@Grasshopper0122Ай бұрын
@@stevosd60I have it……and I cannot tell the difference. ( 2023 base Carrera )
@auchen888dolly83 жыл бұрын
My favourite car in the world just brilliant review interesting no noise insulating glass and go for 14 way not 18 way ...
@shelloiluk3 жыл бұрын
I have the 992 S. And love it
@Bambotb3 жыл бұрын
What business do you have
@shelloiluk3 жыл бұрын
@@Bambotb banking software
@Bambotb3 жыл бұрын
@@shelloiluk you sell it to banks ? Can you show me your website please
@nicholasstathos13873 жыл бұрын
@@Bambotb ...
@chaehong75552 жыл бұрын
i have the base 2021 carrera (without sports chrono package) and it has launch control reving up to 4000 RPMs . . you sure the 2022 does not?
@SuperDukeSthlm2 жыл бұрын
Drove the 991s for a while when it was rather new. What I’ve realized skimming through comments on videos like this, is that so many mistakingly thinks that the Carrera is a sports car. It’s a GT wagon, and a darn good one! Judged as a sports car it’s underpowered, feels heavy and lack feedback (compared to Lotus, GT-series Porches etc). As a GT wagon though, it’s frikking brilliant!
@theHAL90002 жыл бұрын
First-rate informative review.
@v-gun97353 жыл бұрын
2022 911, it's only April 2021, makes you wonder when the 2023 model will arrive?
@wernerdanler27423 жыл бұрын
They get earlier every year so next Christmas. Lol
@Wadson2 жыл бұрын
There's no link at the top of the screen
@christophermills64652 жыл бұрын
Excellent review!
@day1052 жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT REVIEW !
@landonbarretto49333 жыл бұрын
I just ordered a 2022. Takes a year to get because of the circuit board shortage.
@Ididntaskforahandleyoutube3 жыл бұрын
A base 992? Nice pickup!
@landonbarretto49333 жыл бұрын
@@Ididntaskforahandleyoutube - Not a base. The base is automatic. I can't drive a 911 with an automatic. You have to order at least an S model to get manual.
@hughfh3 жыл бұрын
@@landonbarretto4933 A thousand thumb's ups for your choice. I hope the car comes to you sooner than expected as a good surprise ☺.
@landonbarretto49333 жыл бұрын
@@hughfh - I doubt it. It's the circuit board shortage affecting all car manufacturers. Doesn't matter. I found an '89 928 GT in June, totally mint condition, only 16 thousand miles on it. Bought it. I'm going to drive it until the beginning of Oct and then park it and start driving it again in March of next year and wait for the 911.
@hughfh3 жыл бұрын
@@landonbarretto4933 Awesome supersub until the new one arrives, congratulations. Always had a soft spot for the 928 especially, like yours, in manual.
@felicianomedel Жыл бұрын
Great video 👍🏽
@alansgarage85453 жыл бұрын
great review
@loladinah7242 жыл бұрын
Lovely review
@johannespeters60763 жыл бұрын
Very well explained. Has been a pleasure to listen.
@seinsmeld132 жыл бұрын
I nought the 2020 718 Spyder instead of the 911 as it far more practical. Cheers!
@resnonverba1373 жыл бұрын
I don't like the light-bar at the rear, the two vertical brake lights in the venting or the small gear-selector. I also prefer the smaller size of the 997. Overall though, it's a great car.
@Braydenplaysallday3 жыл бұрын
2:12 GT3 has a 6-speed manual
@raymondbedborough85222 жыл бұрын
Best presenter
@pizza883 жыл бұрын
Can somebody explain why do we call it 992 and 991? I'm confused
@pedrocastillo69913 жыл бұрын
Those are the different engine names . They are like iOS. iOS 13 vs iOS 14 Same iPhone different software Same care different engines
@Grasshopper0122Ай бұрын
It has nothing to do with the engine. It’s an overall design change that Porsche does every 4 years or so. Be careful believing statements made on these sites……you will run into “magazine cowboys” that sit on their beanbag chair at Happy Acres Trailer Park and Rehab, eating Cheetos and licking the pages on their latest issue of Car and Driver and think they are the smartest guy in the room.
@talkingwithgenz19122 жыл бұрын
Many experts prefer the 911 S for the Dynamic Chassis Control but personally I have had zero issues driving the entry level 911 in rain/snow just by clicking the Wet button. The S specs out for 25K more and you don’t really need it. FYI if you really want to go fast avoid the Turbo S and just buy the faster ludicrous Tesla plaid!!!
@tomonaut3 жыл бұрын
2022? As in released next year or?
@FreeKittensLA3 жыл бұрын
No manual is a deal-breaker for the base, which is a shame because I prefer it to the C2S.
@danrook5757 Жыл бұрын
Manual is done, dead
@Eddie-qs2co3 жыл бұрын
Great video!!!!!
@Waiting4sn0w3 жыл бұрын
That’s not a base interior. Get the build sheet for the car and review properly. There are a ton of reviews out there. I don’t think reviewers have room to make mistakes like that.
@Waiting4sn0w3 жыл бұрын
The whole interior is optioned. That color combination, the leather on dash with stitching...there’s like $5-6 grand in costs.
@hughfh3 жыл бұрын
Wrong. This is a UK channel of a UK magazine reviewing a UK car. The full leather interior is STANDARD EQUIPMENT in the UK even on the base car. This also includes the Sport-Tex option as shown in the review although if you go this route you are obliged to also pick one of the upgraded sports seats, which is chargeable.
@Grasshopper0122Ай бұрын
Damn…..you woke up the experts at Happy Acres Trailer Park and Rehab. They’re getting Cheetos all over their beanbag chair and couldn’t spell Porsche to save their KIA.
@gustavbroen40983 жыл бұрын
That sport-tex interior is not free, atleast not in sweden.
@alanwayte4323 жыл бұрын
The sports seats plus are actually much more comfortable on a long trip
@auchen888dolly83 жыл бұрын
Interesting I am Six foot three do you think that will still be 5he case was going to go for the 18 ways would love your advice
@waltermyersiii3 жыл бұрын
@@auchen888dolly8 14-way.
@Grasshopper0122Ай бұрын
@@auchen888dolly8I have both…14 and 18 way. 14 in a 2023 911 and 18 in a 2017 Macan. The 18 way has much larger bolsters and are pretty restrictive. The 14 way is much easier to get in and out of…..and are quite comfortable. I think, in the final analysis, the 14 way would be more comfortable for a larger person.
@blarkdexture88993 жыл бұрын
I want a standard 911 just a 911
@63253583 жыл бұрын
379 HP is more than enough for me
@mattreid87553 жыл бұрын
`GTS for me , the bucket seats and GTS interior are sublime
@TheMusicFan12973 жыл бұрын
Why do you need to have an S for a manual, weird
@2804Freedom2 жыл бұрын
My son is 12, average size, and he has no problems sitting in the rear seats.
@JIMMIROUS3 жыл бұрын
Anyone notice how every time someone talks about a car they always say “this is the best (___)car selling on the marks”
@tomingrassiaimages87763 жыл бұрын
Leather on dash is an option.
@waltermyersiii3 жыл бұрын
Worth it!
@hughfh3 жыл бұрын
Standard equipment in the UK even on the base car.
@msubaii2 жыл бұрын
Great car ... thanks
@giannitherock3 жыл бұрын
If I only had the money...
@baruchya3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful spec!!!!!!!!
@JoeKolinger3 жыл бұрын
Great review.
@jonasirwin24093 жыл бұрын
Amazing vehicle (minus the wheel being on the wrong side)
@MrB5905 ай бұрын
Different country mate that's why
@pipolebnene3 жыл бұрын
Porsche options are silly expensive
@jasonhutchinson80603 жыл бұрын
This is not a 2022 model but a 2020 which is now 2 model years behind your video tag. False video tagging to get more YT clicks. Bad form.
@nasosnasos80543 жыл бұрын
Love love
@fzr10009813 жыл бұрын
Porsche makes an absolute killing on these options, it doesn't cost them much more to produce an S but look at the price delta. Buy VWAGY stock. I'm sticking with 650 American hp for now (ZL1, and yes it turns better lap times)
@voodookingmighty87783 жыл бұрын
Thank you god
@ioannovichful Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@trekintech4733 жыл бұрын
The rear makes me sad, 991 is so much prettier
@BobbyDazzler8883 жыл бұрын
na
@mattreid87553 жыл бұрын
@@BobbyDazzler888 ya
@TheSteinbitt2 жыл бұрын
991.2 is basically the same though.
@trekintech4732 жыл бұрын
@@TheSteinbitt completely disagree theyre easy to tell apart
@freegw13 жыл бұрын
I’ve always thought the Porsche was a VW on steroids.
@mattreid87553 жыл бұрын
Strange man
@afcgeo8823 жыл бұрын
It is, sort of.
@martinzoellner61153 жыл бұрын
Well that's an old story...try to be a passenger on a race track in a GT3. You'll never forget this!
@Bambotb3 жыл бұрын
You really can't have an adult in the back if imu push front seats ?
@brewtalityk3 жыл бұрын
gotta get the convertible lol
@SuperDukeSthlm2 жыл бұрын
This is why my last three girlfriends all are below 160cm tall.
@twoskaters91442 жыл бұрын
Porsche dealers Annapolis MD
@porscha9013 жыл бұрын
Is what car a disa
@voodookingmighty87783 жыл бұрын
Word of wisdom uh uhh beautiful
@filb9113 жыл бұрын
Never trust a review that compares a 911 with a Jag.
@joshmcallister84633 жыл бұрын
You should go on millenial money with Graham
@danielatlas55443 жыл бұрын
I guess you will say that it is fair game since most car companies were going bankrupt in the 70 ties and 80 ties but since then they have learnt how to screw us blind,took away my love for the f...ing things and the crooked car companies tht remain!
@afcgeo8823 жыл бұрын
How many ties is that in total?
@numbnerve3 жыл бұрын
@@afcgeo882 100 & fifth tie 👔
@gjohnint3 жыл бұрын
911 gets more boring as the years go by. Nothing like the old air cooled 911s
@pbr24243 жыл бұрын
I had one but felt guilty and sold it. I now sponsor hungry children with the money and drive a cheap pickup.
@hantusmostert3 жыл бұрын
Real Porche Drivers prefers Manual unless you lack an arm or two !!! Loose that f.. cup holder in the middle. Also like the eagle speedster
@kevindurand72303 жыл бұрын
Wear a mic next time please, I had this at full volume and was still straining to hear
@jobam98812 жыл бұрын
This model is bad, the speedometer and the cam shaft is different from the s version, on the dnyo the performance loss on the high end.
@BertoniBertone3 жыл бұрын
What do you possibly think you’ve added to canon of reviews on the 992 ? “Brilliant” ? No, really: who knew... And we can’t even buy one through you. No way: would never have known. I’d stick to reviewing Kia’s.....
@billymania113 жыл бұрын
There are so many good performance cars at a much lower price. Porsche is pricing themselves into irrelevancy.
@darkknightsds3 жыл бұрын
Give me the 718 over the 911
@mattreid87553 жыл бұрын
Give me both pls but if you only give me one the 911
@itguru20373 жыл бұрын
Same. I own a base cayman and it’s so much better
@the1beard2 жыл бұрын
Cheap interior headlining and sun visors More Renault Quality than Porsche imho
@drumminham3 жыл бұрын
Don't listen to these Bozo the clowns. You have to go up to the S so you can get 3 pedals. 2 pedals= Broken 3 pedals=Perfection
@TheSteinbitt2 жыл бұрын
Pay more to have a slower car?
@drumminham2 жыл бұрын
@@TheSteinbitt pay more for a more engaging and fun car
@PhilbyFavourites2 жыл бұрын
The absolute question is - do you have one? The internet is full of opinions, the only worthwhile ones are from those who put their hands (or their company’s hands) deep into their pockets and buy one!
@drumminham2 жыл бұрын
@@PhilbyFavourites Yes, I have a Cayman S manual
@hobby_dude_2 жыл бұрын
Watching this car spin out uncontrollably and having to pay $100,000 is ridiculous. I would take a model 3 performance which runs a second and a half faster to 60 and will not spend a tire and put all the power in the ground and handle just as well on the track.
@mkkravist11 Жыл бұрын
Anyone buying a Tesla over a car with an engine, especially something like a Porsche, lacks something the rest of us probably won’t be able to explain. Who ever looks at a Tesla and gets goosebumps at the thought and anticipation of driving it?
@alexioannidi75033 жыл бұрын
sooo boring as all porsche
@fgcpeak95912 жыл бұрын
The 911 will always be one of the ugliest sports cars ever made... for that alone I would pick the F-type