2022 Porsche 911 GTS (992): The second best 911 made today!

[@gordydexter2615]

Wow, great review Moto-Man!!! I have owned two GTS cars. The last was a 991.1 2016 Cabriolet. I survived a head-on collision 💥 from a Chevy Silverado 3500 Dually pick-up. The guy was running from the Police and hit me going 79mph. I was going 28mph turning through a 60• turn being the 3rd car in line. I only had enough time to say “Oh” not enough reaction time to say “Oh Shit”. The 3 airbags in the Porsche saved my life. 7 surgeries later I am almost back to normal after 3 years. Had I been in my convertible Corvette I would have been killed. So safety in a Porsche is most definitely proven. The price of my 2016 GTS Cabriolet was $145K and it was loaded in options. This GTS Coupe at $170K is just too damn expensive and overpriced by Porsche. Add 20K more and buy the 911 Turbo for significantly improved car. I replaced my destroyed GTS with a 2019 991.2 Turbo S. This is my 17th Porsche. I say save and get the Turbo or Turbo S. The GTS coupe should be priced at no more than 150K with lots of options. Rear steering & PDCC should be included in the GTS price. Every damn Porsche should include lane departure & warning plus the software only enhanced power steering plus. (Ridiculous what Porsche steals from its loyal customers!!!!!!

[@steveo85]

Wow, glad the accident wasn’t worse. The first 997 GTS in Carrera White with black wheels really made an impression on me. Waiting for the right one to come along to snatch up.

[@bmcallister1974]

Holy shit bro. That’s a wold story. Glad you’re okay and almost back to normal.

[@MotoManTV]

Ugh, Gordy . . . horrible story, but glad you are with us to tell the story!

[@KC-bv9kf]

Good to hear that you’re almost completely back. I don’t have the extensive Porsche history you have had, but I feel the same way. Now into my mid 50’s, it’s harder to justify the cost of ownership when tracking is not as appealing. Porsche (and Rolex,lol) have gotten absurd, except the entry 992.

[@sbfhawk4343]

Wow man crazy story good thing you are alive. Yeah those Porsches are really built like tanks.

[@MoizZahidChohan]

RWD Manual Targa would be the dream spec.

[@sergiofacchinetti2954]

Also targa turbo would be but Porsche dumb asf (I’m a fanboy btw)

[@killuificould]

With a gt3 engine 🤤 I mean, I can’t even afford a base 997, so yeah lol

[@briand2507]

Great overview and even better video. Also, it’s nice that someone on KZbin recognizes that they need to let you watch the video before they ask you to comment and like it. It’s surprising how many people get that backwards.

[@shin-eisato5788]

the driving position of Porsche is a dream car.. all day & long distances as well as daily ride..

[@Rmfwlaw]

Excellent review of the GTS. I have a 992 C2S Manual and think it is as good as it gets for the road. The GTS price is my obstacle, as the upgrades are likely imperceptible for street drivers. The S is so fast and the transmission is identical, the colors are the same. love the car, but its hard to say yes to the price.

[@timmietz]

I specced mine today: $203K. I am very excited about this car! Reminds me of 997.1 GT2. Probably just as fast.

[@JUFFAIR101]

PDK or Manual?

[@timmietz]

@@JUFFAIR101 7MT

[@Gr8thxAlot]

These options are jaw dropping along with their prices. It makes for a great video, nice work!

[@jjgravante]

THIS is my **attainable** dream car

[@robertseely4469]

Beautiful car. World class engineering. Can't afford it.

[@briang2227]

Can’t decide between Targa GTS vs GTS coupe. I love the looks of the targa but concerned about what I have heard about wind noise and rattling of the targa mechanism. I probably won’t use the roof open much 🙄just like the looks. Can you comment on the drive differences?

[@TheMiguelosky]

Last gts 3.8 liters... out of this world... this GTS will be the perfect car if will be as New GT3 with 4 liters.. - 20 hp + the rear seats...

[@JohnGem0324]

Love my 991.2 GTS! Best car I have ever owned.

[@JUFFAIR101]

PDK or Manual?

[@lkearney7299]

They are superb and in some ways, better then the 992 (normal door handles, more analog dash and other bits feel better quality.

[@theeballer6429]

4:55 that downshift was glorious 💯🔥

[@MotoManTV]

Thank you:)

[@Fluterra]

The big issue with the sport front fascia is that you lose the active shutters, and you lose the protection for the radiators. That’s a big problem: now a stone can puncture one of those radiators, which will put an end to your journey. Note how the GT cars have a mesh grill to protect the radiators!

[@slowgreencar3734]

never realized this... i wonder if people have having any issues?

[@Fluterra]

@@slowgreencar3734 there are issues, check the forum. AMG GT cars had no protection in the first year, but then MB added mesh filters and retrofitted all cars. Porsche should do the same. If a stone nicks a radiator fin you are stranded! This is not a minor mishap - you are waiting for a tow.

[@MichaelCoburn]

Would that be under warranty?

[@TheModernSnipez]

​@@MichaelCoburnno looool

[@EchoSigma6]

As a common man I find these prices to be insane…$175k?! However, they charge these prices because they can. I think Porsche sells every 911 they make regardless of iteration and price. If I had a bank account north of let’s say $50m then I would buy a 911, the engineering, build quality, heritage, and performance is excellent.

[@DougC83]

You my friend is a frugal man 😂 i would have one if i have 5 mill

[@EchoSigma6]

@@DougC83 If I had $5m then I would buy a certified used 911. 😂

[@jayjohnson7703]

I’ve wanted a 911 forever. This has always been my dream car. After a lot of research I’ve decided to get the 911 GTS when I retire in 24. I’ll buy it new and finally live my dream. I’ve never seen an armored car following a hearse!

[@EchoSigma6]

@@jayjohnson7703 Congratulations and enjoy your upcoming retirement.

[@jayjohnson7703]

@@EchoSigma6 Thanks a lot! Much appreciated

[@kennsski]

Thanks for the video. I ordered the car blindly before any published reviews. Im excited :)

[@MotoManTV]

Strong move.

[@AxLWake]

What I like is that it's still beautiful. It doesn't have all the wings, air intakes and other ugly accessories that most high performance 911's have. The design is still elegant and subtle. Not obnoxious.

[@steveo85]

I couldn’t agree more. Well said. If it had a simple manual targa top like my ‘85 3.2 I would be in love. Looking forward to owning this car in 2041 (when it depreciates to my fit budget) 😂

[@gsten2116]

Good luck finding any gas in 2041. The 992 front end is ugly. This one looks like the cayman - much better.

[@HemiBurns]

You can option the wing...and I would because I am obnoxious.

[@bentleygucci]

There’s a reason for those “obnoxious” accessories on the GT3 and Turbos. Totally different cars that need them due to their higher performance and track worthiness … unlike the base Carrera, S, and GTS.

[@bentleygucci]

@@gsten2116 Don’t worry - there will be plenty of gas

[@doctorj7112]

In my younger days, I always thought Porsches were underpowered. But the older I get the more I see how power is NOTHING without control. The 911 is the perfect car for what it is. There isn't another car better when you rate it based upon: Price Value (holding it over time) Reliability Styling Performance Daily Drivablilty NOTHING is close to the 911 IMO. What a great car. Im interested to see how the 911 electrifies over time. I think they may take the lambo route and move towards hybrid technology. That makes more sense especially being Porsche enthusiasts don't want EVs.

[@MotoManTV]

It took me a while, but I finally got over my Lotus obsession and came to this realization as well.

[@jlo6388]

The power in them is nuts now. My 911 turbo had 450 hp.

[@YYZ-SRQ]

when the 930 Turbo first came out it had 256hp, in '78 when they added the intercooler they got it up around 295hp

[@IceDree]

Speaking of Targa, M, did you see the new Ares Design 992 Targa? Mama Mia! They fitted it with a proper widebody that's an inch and half wider upfront and three inches outback. The 964 Turbo vibes are very very strong with that one. All that car needs is a whale tail & multispiece wheels. Back to the GTS, Porsche knocked out of the park with this one, I just wish they carried over the center exhausts from the 991.2 Excellent work like always, M. The rolling footage was magnificent.

[@MotoManTV]

Stunning. Love the color inside and out . . . especially with the aluminum accents.

[@leanderscott527]

I would love a comparison between 911 gts and m4 manual. Similar power plant. Huge price difference.

[@Tony-hj7bm]

best gts review

[@DiaperSNiFFER]

4:55 even with twin turbo s it still has that Little N/A grunt love that

[@luigimazzitelli7829]

you recommend buckets seats or adaptive sport seats plus? I'm specking a new 4gts and some people don't advise because it's hard to get in and out!!

[@scottkidd6046]

Great video! I've had a deposit on a 992 Targa GTS for several months now. Hopefully I can take delivery by spring time next year.

[@MotoManTV]

Keep us posted on your progress!

[@Criminelsoyeux]

Same for me, exactly same. Im considering to switch over the turbo S

[@js002003]

Does the gts or gt3 have no lift up shifts like previous gt3?

[@davidwoltemate8201]

Trying to decide between 18 way seats or full buckets, what’s your take on the full buckets? Are they comfortable? Is the lack of adjustments a problem?

[@MotoManTV]

Tough call. Great for the track. Good support. Changes the entire personality of the car. Ingress/egress is severely hampered. Very personal decision for everything but a full on GT car. In the GT cars, the question is whether or not the added US$5,900 increases the value of the car.

[@gordydexter2615]

I have the 18 way seats in my 2019 Turbo S. Fantastic seats. Best seats for me ever. Not difficult to get in or out. The buckets are for track. If you track then get them but I cringe at paying $5900 dollars for seats that Cheap-Porsche should include in the price of the car. I highly recommend the 18-way seats. All leather too. Do not like swede/racedex. It doesn’t wear well over time. Totally BS on such an expensive car.

[@joe718gt4]

I have bucket seats in my GT4. My parents think they're comfortable. Just not very friendly getting in or out of

[@davidrivera2165]

Make mine a Targa, I'll trade the 300 lbs weight penalty for the look. Sorry, but even after almost 60 years of 911's only the Targa and the Speedster are actually good looking. Now that I think about it, I'll take the upcoming C8 Z06 in convertible form, and likely save $70k. Thanks GN, great presentation as always.

[@WFO.]

Ordering one! Got to wait two years. 🥱

[@ARentz07]

I see "Georgia Mountain Coaster" in the location - I would highly recommend this attraction to anyone visiting North Georgia, not to mention the amazing twisty roads in the surrounding area!

[@WTL98]

Yeah, this was fantastic. Great work!

[@yoker3032]

Man why it sounds so good! Turbo or Carrera doesn't this much!

[@TRX25EX]

Less insulation I will say thanks to lightweight glass

[@stms4411]

Don’t think you’d feel the added power by the seat of your pants. Not sure I wouldn’t rather do the S w a manual and save 17% of the purchase price if I were budgeting $125k-$150k for a car

[@MrTeslaX]

Probably the best car under US $180k today!!

[@nerdeater27]

Depends on what you want in a car.

[@kristians2704]

the best car under $180k is the 911 GT3

[@AlexSami-qw4qu]

I actually like the simplicity of the non GTS front end better.

[@tecurmex73]

Totally agree. The basic 911 front end is really cool. I have a 911 carrera 1986, and it has reminds me of the 992 carrera front end.

[@bobcortez9471]

I believe the sport design front end (what the GTS has), makes the front look very much like a 991. I am not saying that is bad, it is good looking, but that’s a lot o money to spend to look like the last generation.

[@nirszi]

Agree. Both front and back the non aero-package 992 looks way better.

[@johnnyg177]

Great vid as usual! Wow what a beautifully engineered vehicle! 🙌🏼

[@jackteton6856]

Would you go for sport PASM (-10mm) with helper springs - standard for GTS coupe - or regular PASM - optional for GTS? Isnt it too stiff for daily use.

[@MotoManTV]

The GTS set up with the helper springs are game changing. I would do Sport PASM on any 992 . . . Wish all of this were on offer on the Targa

[@vanbrabant6791]

Perfekt allein ist gut genug: Handschaltung & frei saugender Motor.

[@RAZGR1Z]

Absolutely lovely car. Wouldn't be surprised if Porsche dealers make you play the "Buy a Macan or Cayenne to get one" games.

[@Airbag1010674]

GTS interior package is $8,900

[@IamJay02]

A manual targa would be the perfect Porsche.

[@jonasirwin2409]

Don't fully understand why Porsche quotes 0-60 numbers that are 30%+ slower than reality.

[@clickynote]

Okay… I had to come back and find this episode. RWD Targa GTS, add back the sport suspension, Heritage interior *WITH* ventilated seats (seriously, c’mon Porsche), manual transmission. If I’m really greedy, add the GT3 motor (a man can dream). Call it the Porsche 911 Targa R Porsche, I would write a check.

[@hummerchine]

Ceramic brakes are TOTALLY worth it!

[@pettersaethre]

great value is a tuned carrera s

[@kylem324]

Nice episode. Question - what does the cowl over your right shoulder belong to in the garage shot?

[@MotoManTV]

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[@SRG7796]

Great review. Thanks so much

[@utpalgupta7901]

Great review Moto-Man!, when is your review of GT 3 touring coming?

[@MotoManTV]

Hopefully soon . . .

[@williamconrad1087]

I want one but I truly despise suede in my cars.

[@DC-xd9iq]

Nice review!

[@Birmp.]

Great job

[@macstone9719]

I don't get around to commenting much lately due to severely overworking myself (no pitty please), but again and again: great video as as always!

[@gavdav1299]

I think you want some pitty and attention

[@macstone9719]

@@gavdav1299 How did you know? Buuaaahhhh :-/ !

[@MotoManTV]

Thank you, Mac!

[@Jason.W.]

Such a beauty.

[@DanganaTrince]

No more glove boxes. Retractable trays, shelves, cup holders, charging ports, you name it.

[@JohnnyJQuest]

You’re shifting quite a lot. Is the 7 speed gearing that strange?

[@davidturgeon6473]

HI, anyone knows the colour of the Targa in the garage?

[@johnehni7941]

What's that gorgeous color on the Targa? Man that's sweet! Can't find it on the configurator.

[@MotoManTV]

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[@plife911]

Very nice👌🏻

[@drjdmtuning4982]

Gts, targa, rwd, manual would be awesome

[@RobinSingh-lf3iq]

Fun review as always sir. I have a question about adding the front axle lift on the gts for my order. Is front axle lift really necessary on this model as it is 10 mm lower or would you say there is sufficient clearance and that should be best used for a GT3 instead?

[@MotoManTV]

I have said it before and will say it again, front axle lift should be fitted as standard on all these types of cars. Yes, pricey at US$3K, but you will save that and then some by avoiding trips to the body shop. Ask me how I know:)

[@RobinSingh-lf3iq]

@@MotoManTV Will do so then. Thank you so much for the quick response!

[@richardwatts6653]

The main dealer wouldn’t take my order for a GT3 so I ended up with a GTs lightweight 🇬🇧

[@Matter-of-Time]

Could you share your perspective on the PDCC? I have been working through a build but not sure if I need PDCC, especially as I don’t plan to track it. What are the key benefits to the PDCC and is it worth the additional cost?

[@EK-rr2md]

Only you can decide if it is worth the additional cost. If you want more performance then get it, if not then dont.

[@MotoManTV]

Well worth the additional cost. Would not consider owning the car without it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3XHq4Burs52hcU

[@waltvancourt5052]

Options should come with the base price. Then I would consider. 170k, that's not even the targa or convertable !

[@OctaneAndAmmo]

I wish someone could tell me why you pay almost 4K for interior carbon w the GTS package when it’s a 800 option with any other interior for the same thing.

[@matthewsmith218]

Can you write the santa Maria quote out please 🙏 I'm trying to learn it

[@Omgiamsotriggered]

the first one being the gt3 :D?

[@gsten2116]

You sure do shift a lot.

[@amirhosseinsaberi1529]

just get a carrera s and buy a daily ride with the premium

[@davidowen2859]

Not that I care, as my daily is a Panamera but by the time I add all the options i want to the Carrera S that are standard on the GTS (sports exhaust, PASM, sport design kit, sport chrono etc etc) I end up about 2K more for the GTS. So I get a better drivers car for 2K with less paid for extras so better depreciation and a car that holds its value better as well. Pretty much a no brainer. But don't tell everyone🤪

[@Braydenplaysallday]

473HP manual defeats the purpose of having a manual.

[@bentleygucci]

WRONG!!

[@FormulaWill]

I would like the return of the PCM delete option. You can order lightweight glass, carbon bucket seats, but not the removal of heavy speakers, wires, and the navigation system? Please Porsche, correct this immediately.

[@jimm1240]

You can't have the PCM delete option in the US anymore because the US requires a rear camera as standard equipment. They need the PCM display for the camera screen.

[@Diamondsintherubble]

So, I’m curious about a car like this. Does the car come with the upgraded seat package? And would they happen to be a fixed back seat? I’m building my first car, kinda following Porsche’s model and I’m looking at sparco r333 seats, but I want to know if a competition fixed back seat with nice upholstery is worthy of being a DAILY driver? 😅

[@ThorsteinKlingenberg]

I would LOVE a GT3 with rear seats. But sadly, it won't happen. So the GTS is the second best thing. But if you add the lightweight package or just the buckets you loose the rear seats! Which is the whole point (for me) about the GTS. Everyday usability. I have a small girlfriend and she fits in the back just fine so we're three people in the car quite regularly, at least monthly. I like that versatility. Now the worst part is Porsche makes folding buckets. Hell, even my 981 Cayman GTS buckets folded. They folded to nothing of course since there isn't anything behind the Caymans seats but yeah. It's a bit weird.

[@Diamondsintherubble]

@@ThorsteinKlingenberg I’m wondering about fixed back comfort. My car is going to have a roll cage in it, so only the front 2 seats will be usable. The rear will have things like the fusebox, fire extinguisher, front harness, and maybe small luggage. Another thing I’d like to know about the seats is the support. The side bolsters on the reclining sparco r333 looks to be made only of foam, with no “backbone” inside them. Whereas, a sparco competition seat like the grid-q has stiff support in the side bolsters. The car isn’t going to be cornering INSANELY hard, however it’ll have a nice feel around twisty roads. And has to fit a wide range of driver’s/passengers from petite women/kids to semi-large men

[@6ixbanger]

With the increased price in these cars, I'm not so sure if it's a value to pay $170k for a Carrera GTS.

[@fredianocappellaro7406]

GRANDE PORSCHE 👍🇮🇹👍

[@markroszkowski2537]

Sure wish they were available so we could actually get a new one

[@ronaldk.wileyjr.5476]

i spec'd a yellow one on on the porscheUSA site w/5lug wheels, red leather, yellow coupe, manual... still came to $160k. Although, It is worth it. #Porschelove

[@theotherchannel2028]

ah yes, the famous porsche 911 GTSheepshearing model

[@evreikistimskiy]

the guys from Motor Kaali Engineering they have an upgrade for this model! if you believe them they say that after this Siker Ablasini🙂🖖

[@Fluterra]

I hope a manual 992 GTS is more engaging than a 992 base auto. I drove the latter and was thoroughly unimpressed - at least compared to an AMG GTC. The 992 base was a bore, felt cheap inside… and I couldn’t wait to return it.

[@adesh-ramlal4431]

Why did it feel cheap?

[@Fluterra]

@@adesh-ramlal4431 the gloss black interior plastic, that cannot be replaced (some can, but not around the base of the shifter, power seat buttons), the leather feels nice on the surface, but it’s super thin, which means it will wear quickly… the fact that 40% of the dash dials are blocked by the steering wheel… that ridiculous plastic gear shifter… are some reasons why it felt cheap.

[@shigetonia]

Porsche 911 is always my dream sports car!

[@richardbower8707]

Now they offer the light-weight gts … did they forget to leave room for the T??

[@HiBunnyGames]

so disappointed when Porsche put the base model engine in new GTS.

[@richardwatts9093]

I ordered one and cancelled to by a low mileage Gt3 for the same money 💁🏿‍♂️

[@drstevej2527]

Those 0 to 60 numbers with a PDK and sport crono are WAY low!

[@ollolol7879]

GTS should have 500hp like previous gen 400 to 450 Carrera S to GTS

[@masmainster]

Do you really need to change gears that much in this car??

[@lkearney7299]

No.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Motoman it's going to get ugly. $175k+ isn't affordable. Plus the plaid is kicking everyone's ass. Porsche is my dream car. It's getting tough to justify the price plus tracks are closing down all over the country. Lead us forth motoman.

[@MotoManTV]

Make friends with your local Porsche store . . . buy a GT3.

[@mupetier]

Me is take a Targa Turbo S. If it could exist

[@TheLambo123254]

Ye

[@BikingBadwithTC]

@9:47, are those plastic zip ties?

[@gsten2116]

Porsche zip ties. $250 option.

[@BikingBadwithTC]

@@gsten2116 And that’s in black, other colors $300, ceramic yellow $400. 😆

[@CarloCo.]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@2Bunphettered788]

Just get a Carrera 4, it's all the Porsche most people will need. 🙂

[@sergiofacchinetti2954]

I would get the base carrera 2 so it’s a bit more fun to drive but I agree the base is stupid fast there is no need for the s or gts but some(most) people want to go even more fast

[@emmalab02]

Good grief, stop talking briefly when you’re trying to demonstrate the engine sound. Please.

[@tommy516]

Haha GT3's are hard to come by? Any 911 is, especially at a reasonable price!!

[@christianq9989]

The turbo charged flat six with EPF filter makes the car sounds pathetic~ and the turbo lag, dont even get me started

[@steveo85]

Oh dear, at 26 seconds into the video I thought I saw a 370z…

[@steveo85]

If the Cayman had a simple, manually removable targa top like my ‘85 3.2 I would be in love.

[@jeremybaker8173]

It does. It’s called a 718’spyder……

[@steveo85]

@@jeremybaker8173 😂

[@steveo85]

@@jeremybaker8173 I didn’t think about that…. A targa top boxster would be fine too…

[@QuietStormX]

I'd spec it GTS Manual with RWS+ and maybe Targa too ;-D

[@keyzer2011]

Lightweight package but weighs 3,400lbs? 🤔

[@bertraminc9412]

Turbo… no. GT3… yes.

[@porscheguy09]

Porsche needs to give their customers some true lightweight models like they used to. Strip out everything that’s not needed and make some significant reductions in weight. The 1967 911S weighed 1030kg/2271lbs but the lightweight 911R knocked 500 lbs off that and came in at 800kg/1764lbs! A more accessible car like the 1973 Carrera RS weighed 960kg/2116lbs which is 115kg/254lbs lighter than the 1973 911S and a big cut in weight that earns the right to truly be called a lightweight. The 55 lbs “Lightweight Package” on this GTS is a joke. Especially when it costs almost $10k! If they don’t reduce weight by at least 150 lbs or more they shouldn’t be allowed to call it a Lightweight. At least in my opinion.

[@MotoManTV]

Sadly, cars that weight don't exist in today's day and age . . . at least, below US$400,000 . . . we'll be looking at one next week.

[@porscheguy09]

@@MotoManTV can’t wait to see it. Auto manufacturers today could offer stripped down variants but most choose not to. Porsche could make a 911 or Cayman with manual cloth seats, no audio system or A/C, stripped sound deadening, manual wind up windows and a basic heating and ventilation system instead of heavy dual zone climate controls on top of the usual lightweight stuff like thinner glass and carpets or carbon fiber where possible and be able shed in excess of 200 lbs. but most people don’t really want a car that stripped down so they end up adding weight back in on options like A/C, navigation, leather and other creature comforts. Instead of removing weight they should start with a bare body in white and only add the components that are truly needed or required by law and I’ll bet they’d end up with a significantly lighter car. Unfortunately they wouldn’t sell enough to make a good profit and justify the development and production costs. Porsche has been one of the most profitable car manufacturers in the world for years for a reason so the chances of them doing something like that are pretty slim.

[@JC-rh4dy]

😀