All the 911 you'll ever need - Porsche 911 Targa 4S 997.2 - Episode 12 Diary of a Porsche Specialist

[@slytherben]

Targas and Cabs are pure heaven when you're on a rally. The sound of all the Porsches around you running at redline, the exhaust echoing off the mountains, it's just extraordinary. People are so excited when they drive the Speedster, but you can get that same open top fun for much less money

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Great insight and advice, totally understand what you are talking about. Nothing like the flat six sound being amplified. Cheers, Raj

[@lijax9606]

the most bizzare yet most unique Targa ever made!

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks Li! Cheers, Raj

[@Sentosaman]

I just missed out on this one but managed to get the Triple Black 997.2 Stealth and am thrilled. Thanks Raj for another informative video which makes it easy for us Porsche aficionados to be more aware.

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thank you Kevin! Shame you missed the Targa, it is now residing in the Lake District. Enjoy the stealth 997.2 S you purchased from me, that is a special car indeed! Raj

[@georgeparaskevopoulos6601]

Adore this car! I prefer it to 991/992 targa. Back in the day it was my favourite car.

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks George, a surefire classic 911 in the making. Cheers, Raj

[@zerobytesfree]

Really appreciate you sharing your knowledge and insight into these cars Raj. Greetings from Canada.

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thank you Jason! Glad you like it, all the best from the UK too! Raj

[@rodmarsh3656]

My favourite car. Looking forward to this review.

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks Rod, hope you enjoyed it. They are great Porsche. Cheers, Raj

[@tonylaxa9953]

So happy to discover your channel

[@paulhowe1838]

HI Raj loving the video i became a proud owner of a 2010 911 Targa in Arctic Silver on March 20th 2021 i get such a buzz every time i drive it Regards Paul Luton

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks Paul, thank you for the kind words. Sounds like you have a great example as well, enjoy it! Raj

[@mazyarahmadi5424]

Lovely car and review thank you

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks so much, just have a new one in stock, this time a manual 3.6 with PASM! Video of it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYfCc5yweb51eLc Thanks Raj

[@giuistefanjr72]

Nice practicality for the targa , you can put a dog in the rear space no problem. I thought the glass mechanism would slide all the way back , but it's alright i guess .

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Hi Giui, thanks for your comments and yes it does add practicality for sure. I totally agree also that it is a shame the glass doesn't slide all the way back, but space is limited to make that possible. Thanks again, Raj

[@jiricoufal3835]

@@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE and then 993: hold my beer :)

[@7Wootty]

Great review Raj, these Targa's are becoming more and more hard to find, especially with the PDK Box, they seem to be jumping up in value more than ever

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks Tony, yes they are hard to come by now. I am struggling to find another for stock. Cheers, Raj

[@antar1485]

Agree with you so much that ... I purchased 1 last week. 🍻

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Fantastic Mr Georgio! Enjoy in good health, Raj

[@antar1485]

@@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE thanks Raj!

[@michaelgrisewood3358]

It is a based on a convertible chassis. That’s why the Targa element is separate from the rest of the car

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks Michael, that's exactly what I say near the start of the video. Cheers! Raj

[@yuribonalumi8053]

Beautiful car!!¡¡ thank 's to show it!!¡ i will buy it soon!!!👍👍✌

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks Yuri! Raj

[@GeorgeSmileyOBE]

I have one! I love it!

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks! Enjoy yours

[@waikuanliew7004]

Thinking of getting a Porsche as a 2nd car and learning a lot from your informative videos. Keep up the good work. Cheers!

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thank you Tata! Glad you enjoy the videos and find them useful, I'll keep them going. Cheers, Raj

[@4rzaluz]

@@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE Hey pal.. are you aware if there is a 2 wheel drive version of the Targa S from that generation?

[@MitchellGouge]

Very good video!

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thank you Mitchell! Cheers, Raj

[@BambinoAmericano]

brilliant. thanks

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thank you! Raj

[@berkamilan]

Hi Raj! Thanks for a great video! I have a question: the airee feel with roof and windows open = on scale 1 to 10 (1 = coupe, 10 = cabrio with roof open), how would you rate it? And how that feel compares to 991/992 Targas? I am currently looking for the weekend car (together with my girlfriend, even though she is not that big of a 911 fan I have to say :D) and the 997 Targa looks like the ultimate choice. Girlfriend wants to have more practicality (luggage space above all, maybe even seasucker bike racks) but at the same time I would like not to sacrifice too much from my open-air experience / "summer getaway" feel requirement. Targa looks like the ultimate compromise, but I am not sure about the Targa roof = whether it gives you at least some of the open air experience or it is just a lure which in the end leads to a coupe roof experience.

[@happyswissjoe]

Dont go half half...either COUPE or CABRIO.

[@berkamilan]

@@happyswissjoe thanks for the comment! I actually managed to buy Targa - three months ago. Overall, I am very happy = I love the coupe-ish shape and the hatchback mechanism. Already took it out for camping trip and it delivered! The open-air feel is somewhat compromised by the large roof pannels / rims, but is still there (would rate it 6/10). To be honest, I gradually came to conclusion that the open roof is not this super killer useful feature, as on the hot sunny day, you will get your skin hammered by sun; and on rainy day, you really appreciate the glass roof. So far extremely grateful / happy with the 997 Targa shape!

[@blackline66]

Hi Raj. Very nice video.... I live overseas and there is a 997.1 version for sale here .... 128000Kms... Full Porsche History..... Fully loaded, short shift etc Sports seats...Bose etc etc no smoke on start etc. They want £33,000 for it.... Worth. it? or Avoid? Really value your opinion mate. Cheers.

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks Rob! It sounds lovely but do get a camera down the cylinders to make sure. Cheers, Raj

[@blackline66]

@@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE Just booked it in to a Porsche Specialist on your recommendation... If all ok I am buying it. Thanks :)

[@ibana8449]

It must be Strictly time again, and here we are again.....

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Ha! I did think of you buddy when I hit 'publish' at 8pm, honestly it is coincidence, I hoped to finish this one days ago but a few new purchases got in the way! ;-) Enjoy and thanks for the support, Raj

[@ibana8449]

@@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE My pleasure of course. Thanks be to Sony noise deadening headphones & Raj.....

[@leeengland1748]

Great video. Is the rear head room reduced with the targa screen up? It clearly is with it down. Thanks

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks Lee, it is the same with the screen up as the Coupe, thanks, Raj

[@go4384]

Seems like this car might get pretty hot

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Depends on what climate you are in. In the UK these are great. Cheers, Raj

[@albertlee9238]

Hi, is it expensive to replace the rear window coz there are stubborn stain that cannot be removed. Mine is a 2008 911 Targa 4. thank you !

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Hi Albert, I don’t know for sure but would imagine the Targa glass rear panel would be expensive, worth calling a Porsche dealer. Alternatively speak to a detailer to see if they can polish it out for you? Cheers, Raj

[@albertlee9238]

@@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE thank you

[@Lancelotxxx]

if only targa didnt cost 50% more than the coupe

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Yes there is a premium, usually less than 50% in the UK but still a premium. There is a lovely White with Red Leather example we previously sold on Autotrader if you are in the UK. Lovely owners too who have cherished it since I sold it to them. Many thanks, Raj

[@MrBrown959]

Stunning car

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thank you Mr V Dub! Raj

[@pedromiguelsimoes8754]

💪🏻👌🏻🙋‍♂️

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

Thanks Pedro! All the best, Raj

[@happyswissjoe]

But....the same weight and rigidity of a Cabriolet. Not ideal for sporty drive.

[@MRSPORTSCARSPORSCHE]

They are great all rounders, cheers. Raj