REVIEW - Manual VS PDK Porsche 992 Carrera S | EP 133

[@Retr0Geek]

Man, how I miss Janko's insightful Porsche reviews. His quirky delivery, passion, and enthusiasm are thoroughly missed.

[@JankoLind]

Well I do miss my folowers, no time in my life right now...

[@drewmorg.]

When have you EVER HEARD a reviewer mention the sound dampening windows in any videos? I've seen around 50 992 videos at this point... at least. Some complain about the noise, but NO ONE mentions this option. This is why we Janko Lind!!!

[@ferdinandbardamu3945]

Harry Metcalfe tried a 992 without the noise insulating glass and it was too noisy for him. Then he tried a 992 with it and it was much better.

[@JankoLind]

First of all, thank you Ferdinand and drewmorg for contributing to OUR community. I've tested option VW4 on several cars and it is a must-have. Makes the car lighter 4kg and in addition, takes away noise that is not needed to connect to the car. My biggest question in this matter is why is this not standard? If you are not already please consider subscribing to my channel.

[@drewmorg.]

@@ferdinandbardamu3945 Yes he was one of the complainers!

[@drewmorg.]

@@JankoLind I am subscribed since 1000 or so subscribers baby! I always appreciated the video and sound quality here! And of course, the _art of driving_

[@JankoLind]

@@drewmorg. Thanks, drewmorg, I have a kind of standard ending for others to read and consider joining our community. In addition, I only see members' subscriptions IF their settings allow it. Your settings are set to not show your subscription.

[@NickMurray]

I like how you say Carrera! I have can not find a difference in sound reduction with the light weight glass. I enjoyed the the video, the bottle of water was a star!

[@keking2178]

He’s from Europe too. Hi nick!

[@BobbyDazzler888]

It may also be the exclusive manufacturer interior thats and roof-liner thats contributing to the noise reduction on the manual.

[@JankoLind]

Hi all, love when we all contribute to our community. I am considering sending you (Nick) an audio file when I say Carrera for you to use on your phone. Also, you need to remove your earplugs when you compare with and without VW4 lightweight windows., kidding ;-) but I feel an enormous difference and I measured a 3,4 DB difference with my phone (did not show this since I don't believe it is a solid instrument to use). IT has nothing to do with the exclusive manufacture interior since I've tested this on 3 cars in total. Thank you all for watching my channel and if you are not, like Nick, a subscriber then please consider subscribing. it is for free.

[@pacoflyer]

@@JankoLind Im sad Porsche removed this as an option now for 2021

[@atlasrex]

Rev matching and downhill stop makes the manual a poor version of an automatic transmission. Pdk is an automatic manual transmission.

[@nornibres]

Winter driving is so much fun. Nothing will teach you vehicle dynamics better than finding an empty parking lot in winter and doing a few donuts. Thanks for the review Janko.

[@JankoLind]

100% agree with your comment Nor, and thank you for contributing to our community. If you are not already, please subscribe to my channel.

[@qqq9542]

Oh Janko, ur enthusiasm is so infectious!!!! I love it. I can feel ur excitement and passion for cars.

[@JankoLind]

Thanks, Q QQ, it is a poison Porsche

[@jeremyskelton5910]

Very good to know about the glass. I would never have specified it, thinking it would have detracted from the experience. Many thanks !!

[@jasonwalcott4312]

Agreed, might be impressionable, but I’ve been on the fence and this put me over

[@JankoLind]

Thank you both for contributing to OUR community. Jason, I know what you mean, I've been on the fence a long time and I fell hard over when I understood how important the option is. My biggest question is, why is it not standard? Jeremy, good luck specking your car :-) If you both are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@Robiig]

Wish I knew this before I chose my options on my 992, have learn so much from this channel

[@leeandrews1072]

That was helpful, here in Canada no one stocks the manual 992, and I just ordered one !

[@JankoLind]

You will be unique my friend and congratulations to your car, you will not be disappointed.

[@davidturgeon6473]

Congratulation. I also leave in Canada and I gave a deposit on Jan 14 and I found out I will get my car in late July. How long before your get your car?

[@leeandrews1072]

@@davidturgeon6473 Thank you.....congratulations to you too! I wanted the first 2022, so I’m told September or October..... my plan is to keep this one a long time as I hate electric or hybrid cars and I wanted a manual which will be extinct in the next generation ......also regret selling my 991.2 🙄

[@georgesimon4469]

Manuals hold their value much better as they are rare.

[@leeandrews1072]

@@georgesimon4469 I think they will definitely be rare in a few years when they stop producing manuals....we will see what people will pay for the pleasure

[@davidwli1]

First definitive opinion I've found anywhere on the insulating glass. Was flip flopping on whether to add this option to my build but now will add for certain. Thanks Janko!

[@JankoLind]

A must-have option! If you are not already, please consider subscribing to my channel.

[@andrewsingh]

I very much enjoyed Janko trolling any trolls that may comment on the “slow” driving. Beautiful and brilliant content as always my friend!

[@JankoLind]

Thanks Andrew, I was close to defeat this clip. BTW thanks for your subscription.

[@andrewsingh]

@@JankoLind thank YOU for the amazing content!

[@y0udefeated738]

Awesome! Was worried about cabin tyre noise but if optioning the insulated glass sorts it out, that’s now a purchase 😊

[@alister_grigg]

Excellent video. Loved how you covered the question of 'PDK lag' and the effect of being in the 'wrong' mode in a PDK vs. just driving the manual. It's amusing for we manual 992 drivers to hear talk about this on the forums, e.g. "what mode do you drive in normally', when we just, well, drive the car.

[@JankoLind]

The best thing with my Spyder is the lack of mode switch on the steering wheel.

[@tonymcflattie2450]

Really good tip about the soundproof glass. Learnt something new

[@JankoLind]

It sure is important, option code VW4

[@ianrkav]

Yeah me too, I didn't know that either. Especially about the Bose stereo sounding much better with soundproof glass. That is something to consider.

[@robertrubin6813]

Great video! Totally agree on your conclusion and that's why I ordered my C2S with a manual as my DD, scheduled to arrive in April. Now I'm looking forward to next winter to drive it in the snow!

[@JankoLind]

Congratulation Robert to your car. Believe me, you will not be disappointed. IF you are not already, please consider subscribing to my channel.

[@robertrubin6813]

@@JankoLind Thank you Janko! Your reviews are the best! Love your energy!

[@alexvelasco4579]

I agree with you that the better choice is a manual transmission. With the manual you feel more in control of the car and can anticipate if the car is going to get away from you in bad conditions like snow. For me adding an automatic transmission in a Porsche would be like adding ice cubes to fine wine.

[@JankoLind]

I like your anecdote Wine should not be mixed with anything unless it is Christmas.

[@AtypicalDriver]

Great tip on the glass option, because a lot of folks including Harry Metclaff have complained that the noise in the 992 is quite bad.

[@JankoLind]

The VW4 is a must have option.

[@ronb4633]

Janko, as always a quality production. Your love of the manual transmission over PDK was really no surprise to me, you are the epitome of the driving purist. As far as your love for the double pane glass, that was more of a surprise. Hearing your praise makes me even happier I selected it for my Taycan. Sadly it’s an automatic transmission 😞 and without the soundtrack of the 911, have to rely on the Bose system.

[@JankoLind]

I drove a Taycan Turbo this week and it has true Porsche DNA. Congratulations to your electrified moments. Take care Ron.

[@100rkw]

We look forward to your videos! Our baby is a 991.1 Carrera 4S Cabriolet with PDK. Love it!

[@JankoLind]

Congratulations 🎉 on your 991. For me, the first really good looking 911 cab is the 991 and 992.

[@charlesmiller6281]

It's been years now and I must say, still cannot understand the fetish for the manual. Connection? Nothing disrupts my connection with the car like the weight balance disruption of shifting. PDK virtually eliminates this. Next to that is having to physically break my connection with the steering wheel taking my hand off it to shift. The only thing worse could be if I had to shift my body weight around, totally disrupting my connection with the car moving my left leg around. Porsche goes to a lot of trouble to design seats that connect you to the car. All lost the minute you have to move arms and legs around shifting. Also find it puzzling why no one ever mentions the one irrefutable and significant advantage of the manual, the weight savings. It is simply a whole lot lighter, and all this weight comes off the back of the car. Would think performance drivers would be gushing about that. But no. Not one word. Strange. Thanks for highlighting the lightweight sound proof glass. Without you I might have missed this option, or thought it not worth the money. Now it is a must-have. Great videos, by the way. Impressive. Content beats pace any day, and you have great content. AND great pace!

[@JankoLind]

Hi Charles, and thank you for contributing to our community. In some areas you are right, the car gets lighter and as I have stated many times a 992 Carrera S manual is 10 kg lighter than a 997 Carrera. BUT, That's the beauty of connecting with a manual, letting the right (left in some countries) arm travel to the gear leaver knowing I've put the car in balance in beforehand. It is not right or wrong, I love driving​ my PDK but my favorite is manual.

[@charlesmiller6281]

@@JankoLind It is definitely a different experience and you do make me wonder if longer term the new habits make it hard to enjoy. In particular your comment about having to think about what mode you are in. I really just want a car to drive. No stereo, no navigation, just drive. The car itself is enough. Especially when that car is a 911.

[@ferdinandbardamu3945]

Imagine you were playing a version of tennis where you carry around a robot holding the racquet and move it in range of the incoming ball, then the robot hits the ball with perfect precision all the time. How fun would that be?

[@charlesmiller6281]

@@ferdinandbardamu3945 Imagine you are on a road with many twists and turns, but none that require enough speed change to call for a shift. If for every turn you have to remove your hand from the wheel, lift your foot from the floor, move them around and put them back, will doing all this make you feel more or less involved and connected with driving? I was a PCA driving instructor where one of the first things we teach students is both hands on the wheel. For good reason. I totally get that some drivers, and even some dyed in the wool Porsche lovers, enjoy shifting, enjoy the mastery of a skill. Which with rev matching, hill braking, etc Porsche has pretty much robbed you of. Still, there is something to be said for tradition and habit. Which is fine. I can respect that. But if having to move around the way you do to shift a manual is "connection" and "involvement" then so is operating a radio, drinking coffee, and eating a cheeseburger. All extra activities it takes skill to coordinate with your driving. More skill and coordination than shifting, I might add. You can enjoy it, and that's fine. We should all have the Porsche we enjoy driving. That is after all the whole point of a 911. But you can't have it both ways.

[@ferdinandbardamu3945]

@@charlesmiller6281 No offense but you're missing the point entirely. What you're doing is like trying to convince the knob feel guy to switch to touch screen knobs. :)

[@jonathanl2748]

I love this channel. Really is one of the better Porsche oriented channels. Janko would be great to have a beer with.

[@JankoLind]

Jonathan, first, thanks for the energy, and would love to have a beer with all my subscribers, are you one of them?

[@jonathanl2748]

@@JankoLind Yes, I’m a subscriber. I don’t want to miss your videos. Thanks for all of the hard work that you put into the channel as I learn a lot from you.

[@bb-nq5qc]

I have missed seeing your videos Janko, always such a fresh and impassioned perspective that you offer. Thank you.

[@JankoLind]

Thank you for watching Bz. Hit the notification bell to make sure you don't miss any videos in the future.

[@findtomdotcom]

Is it just me or is Janko getting better and better? Love the films Janko, that spec/colour on the manual car is amazing. Keep em coming.

[@JankoLind]

Thanks, Tom, I try my best to improve my production skills. Please bear in mind, the first time I held a camera, recording for a purpose was when I started in January 2018. I still struggle with color management :-( Big thanks Tom for the time you spend on my channel and more of the manual green car will come in the future.

[@michaelschneider-]

+1. .. Many thanks, Janko for the intro to the neu 992 range. .. Agreed,, the audible performance enhancement of "acoustic glass" or lack thereof is being offered widely throughout the market. .. By all means, the acoustic glass option is a box to be checked. .. A recent week-long rental of a high trim Subaru Outback XT showed off its neu tech acoustic glass build feature. .. Uber quiet interior at 75 mph ..Damn!

[@JankoLind]

Thanks for your comment, YES it makes a he... of a difference and should be standard on the 992. BASTA :-)

[@AlexKyo]

Oh man, you don't know how much I appreciate your video, especially since I'm about to spec my own zGTS.

[@JankoLind]

Thank you for watching and good luck with your GTS

[@jamshedk]

Whoa! surprised this channel doesn’t have more subscribers - great content 👍🏼

[@JankoLind]

Hi Jimmy, I get this comment more often than I get subscribers... Thanks anyway.

[@atanassovd]

Looking in a 992 currently and will test drive a manual tomorrow. Torn up between manual and pdk and can’t wait for your feedback

[@JankoLind]

Well then this is the video for you, looking forward to your live comments. Take care and se u at 20:00 CET+1

[@100rkw]

Please let us know your decision! 🙂

[@paulgarstang9057]

Another treat, thank you Janko ! You make an excellent point about the tyres. Here in the UK we don’t generally invest in winter rubber as the weather is too unpredictable, and many winters fail to deliver periods of sustained cold temperatures. What we are starting to see though is far higher rainfall during the winter phase, and this winter has been particularly bad. I have a Boxster T (manual naturally) and have found that I really need to be super light on the throttle application, it really is a struggle to get the power onto the road effectively. So your focus on the traction differences found in the Nordic winter tyre has got me thinking, and perhaps I need to consider a better wet tyre option for future winters.

[@JankoLind]

European winter tires are the best you could have in wet conditions. IF you consider a winter set (wish I think all people should in the UK) please try the Michelin Pilot Alpine 5. You will be surprised. IF you are not already, please consider subscribing to my channel.

[@RogerBaileyOnCars]

An excellent and insightful video once again Janko, so which gearbox will you be specifying for your 992 GT3 ?

[@JankoLind]

Thanks, Roger, no new at this point regarding allocation, the future will tell. Take care. How about you, are you going for a 992 GT3?

[@RogerBaileyOnCars]

@@JankoLind cant confirm or deny

[@alexvelasco4579]

I was in BMW sales for over 30 years and the the biggest complaint with clients back then was that there was no cup holders in the BMW to hold their coffee. BMW AG’s answer to the dealers to tell the clients was “ The last thing you should be doing is be drinking coffee at 200 km per our “. In their eyes that was fine to say but don’t try taking out a cigarette ashtray back then , they love their cigars at 200 km per our.

[@JankoLind]

LOL, but I agree with BMW. If you are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@marcofrancini3]

Hi, mine new 992 s manual will arrive in a month...

[@peterpoppe4855]

In Belgium the manual gear is only available as from the S-model. This means about 16.000 Euro more. If the manual should be available on the "base"-model, I think it would be selected more... When I bought my 718 Boxster the salesman tried to convince to buy the PDK. My reply was : "if I have to pay extra to buy the manual I would do it". I feel more connected to the car with a manual than with a PDK. As always : thank you for the nice video's !

[@JankoLind]

Thanks, Peter for contributing to our community. I agree and perhaps that is the future scenario, we have to pay extra for manual :-( Congratulation to your 718 Boxster my guess is that you have a blast driving it. Take care and perhaps you have honored me with your subscription?

[@peterpoppe4855]

@@JankoLind I'm an early fan of yours... of course I've subscribed :-)

[@boonie3]

Looking at this picture makes me realize that the Carrera Exclusive Design wheels actually look pretty nice

[@JankoLind]

They do if you don’t through colours on them.

[@findtomdotcom]

Agree, the satin black version looks incredible, although I think you'd want PCCB (in black) just to match the wheel size!

[@ferdinandbardamu3945]

@@JankoLind * exception: aventurine green

[@willscurran]

Agreed. They never looked appealing in the configurator ... but yes, look great!

[@jonathonbehan2900]

Aside from the topics covered (very good!) - it’s also just great to see the scenery! Love a 911 in the snow, and two is even better! 👍🏼 ❄️

[@JankoLind]

I agree, the 911 is to good not to drive in the winter. BTW thanks for the subscription.

[@ThunderTiger0801]

Love your enthusiasm about these cars. Great video. You mentioned a sound composer when you were talking about the isolated windows. Is there really a speaker in the 911 that amplifies the engine sound or how does it work?

[@JankoLind]

Thank you M M for helping me with all comments, and yes, you are right. It is controlled with pneumatics. Have a look at my video when I install the roll bar on my 718 Cayman T, there you se the sound composer and how it is fitted in a Cayman, more or less the same in the 911 but two of them. LINK: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lWnNdaSsnNuca7s

[@samsmith2390]

We really miss you Janko!! Sure hope you come back soon 👍🏻 you’re the best!!!

[@JankoLind]

Thanks, time will tell. But for now I don´t have the time.

[@willscurran]

Another great discussion on Porsches. Man I love that Green with gold badge - wish I could see it first hand. My 992 has insulated glass, Burmester, 930 leather, PDK , PDLS+, and badged with simply "911". I absolutely love driving this car every single chance I get. I got the insulated glass to improve the Burmester, but I have noticed that cabin is filled perfectly with the engine soundtrack, so I often have the stereo off lol. I may have misunderstood you but, I do not perceive any turbo lag in the 992 PDK. But I am used to the 718 Cayman S.

[@JankoLind]

The Turbo lag is a minimal as possible. A lot of people have an opinion on this matter and have never driven the new engines from 991.2. Regardless congratulations to your car, it sounds amazing and my guess is that you love your car. BTW big thanks for your subscription.

[@willscurran]

@@JankoLind Thanks! btw still working on a Spyder or Boxster 25 allocation. First in line for both but not sure which one will be available first. Would be thrilled with either, but was inspired by your Spyder build.

[@astmagrooved]

That green colour and a manual ... mmm caracter in spades; what a car!

[@JankoLind]

I agree Astma, more to come, more to come. If you are not already, please consider subscribing to my channel.

[@markdempsey4763]

Fantastic video as ever Janko, wow those driving conditions,

[@JankoLind]

I almost did not finish my production...

[@andrewhurstcars]

Nice review Janko! Brewster suits it well. You seem to prefer the manual gearbox over your own PDK! I like a manual for road use.

[@JankoLind]

Manual is the way to go.

[@DarkTouch]

hey forgot to mention i have a 2021 992 C4S M7 in BREWSTER GREEN! Yellow accents stitching, chrono, seatbelts, tachy, with noise insulating glass, black leather interior. Lovely car.

[@JankoLind]

Congratulation to a fabulous car. Tack care and if you are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@francoisbalavoine1316]

Can't agree more with you. I'm into a new M3 and we're only getting automatic gearbox! It's so frustrating that a car that I dream of is available from factory in manual and it's decided that for Colombia (South America) it's only automatic... Thank you very much for you video!!! Save the manuals!!!!

[@JankoLind]

I understand your frustration, Francois. Do you know why you don't get the manual? Perhaps consider a 911?

[@francoisbalavoine1316]

@@JankoLind Hi Janko, thank you so much for your reply! Surprisingly on Thursday the dealer told that they are one step away from getting the manual option! The real problem we have here in Colombia is the exchange rate, as one dollar is nearly 4,000 colombian pesos, so in real terms is almost 4 times the effort. So buying a M3/M4 will cost around 400 million, in exchange rate is 100,000 USD, in terms of purchasing power it's like buying a Ferrari F8... so a 911 would be like getting a Lambo! The good news is that I'm buying an M3 e92 manual!!! Thank you again for reading me and replying! regards!

[@JankoLind]

@@francoisbalavoine1316 good luck moving forward with your BMW. If you are not already please consider subscribing

[@francoisbalavoine1316]

@@JankoLind Suscribed!!! I love the way you present and your swedish pronunciation is awesome!! Thanks for your wishes!

[@JankoLind]

@@francoisbalavoine1316 thanks, spread the words about my channel and welcome 🙏

[@bobkaiser8782]

A friend who is an avid Porsche enthusiast & race driver put it best. "When I drive for fun, I drive a manual. When I drive for money, I drive a PDK."

[@JankoLind]

Correct

[@raykunik4702]

As always, excellent video and review, Janko! Impressive driving on the snow! Keep up the great content and energy!

[@JankoLind]

Thanks, Ray, for your energy. If you are not already, please consider subscribing to my channel.

[@raykunik4702]

@@JankoLind thank you and current supportive subscriber!! Go Janko go!

[@rathjens]

Miss your reviews, Janko! They were soooo goood! 👏🏻

[@jasonwalcott4312]

Wonderful video, thank you! Waiting on a manual C2S, and going to spec the windows now. C2S vs C4S in the snow? Ok as long as you’re on winters?

[@JankoLind]

Winter tiers is more important than 4wd. I have no problem driving my S in the winter.

[@lvernec]

Thank you...nice review. You have inched me closer to feeling comfortable ordering a manual

[@JankoLind]

Larry, you will be delighted. If you are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@HawkMillFarm]

Love the colour of the manual car, gold wheels would look good too. How did Porsche get that cup holder soooo wrong?

[@JankoLind]

Not Sure David, late decision. Perhaps during a lunch break, suddenly, someone said. Do we have a cupholder?

[@TheMystro1971]

30+ years of 911 ownership experience and the #1 rule is you option up as much as you can afford on any 911. You will only miss the options you don’t have so regardless if it’s a Turbo S or Base model or Carrera S/GTS you option up as much as you can and then add some more. Porsche knows this and a low/stock optioned Turbo S still feels cheap without moderately optioned up and Porsche knows this. The halo model now is any “Exclusive Manufaktur” as these cars are finished with bespoke options at the end of manufacturing in a different area by hand getting special attention inside and out.

[@zbynekskrampal8530]

Nice comparison! Thinking of ordering manual C2S, that’s why I searched for some comparison, now I am sure manual transmission is the right choice, as 0-100 km/h is not the only scale. It’s a pitty there’s no hand brake like in my 997.1 C2S anymore. I also found a bonus in this lightweight glasses, that I would never spec. Will think about adding it ☺️ Thanks!

[@gbelcher02]

Fantastic job!! Your best video!!!!

[@JankoLind]

Thanks, Gene, glad 😀 you liked it.

[@KeokiDude]

New subscriber. I really enjoy listening to your take on things, thanks. Great, quality video production as well.

[@d4mcm]

Janko I love all your 911 reviews 997/991/992/ …...the best vids you have done as far as im concerned is your review of the 991 GT3 (snow white) ….that is my fave 911 there are 2 were I live in London ,1 of them has I think a IPE Exhaust fitted OH my god it sounds Awesome!..that vid you done when you want to take theGT3 out for its first spin since been garaged over winter and the warning light comes on ! I love it I cant stop Laughing your Face, ps were you live is Stunning, don't move to London you cant move!,.or let rip in your car , ……….I love all 911s except the - 996 it looks Shite !(sorry to swear)….

[@JankoLind]

Thanks, d4mcm for contributing to our community. I've visited London from time to time and you need to drive a long way to get to some empty roads. Also, I sometimes watch my old Snow White videos I like them too. I did not connect 100% did I. If I did she still would have been parked in my garage. Regarding the 996, I'm ok with the 991.2 facelift and the 996 C4s and Turbo. If you are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@WFO.]

Thank you very much for the excellent comparison. I’m getting. The manual gear box and the insulated glass.

[@Surfingandy111]

Great video as always. Could you share the build sheet of the manual 911? I like the interior a lot. It looks like this is not a standard color combo but Exklusive Manufaktur?

[@JankoLind]

More videos will come and yes, more or less the entire car is Exclusive Manufacture. If you are not already, please consider subscribing to my channel.

[@Surfingandy111]

@@JankoLind 100% subscribed for a long time already :)

[@bumblebee9288]

I am making it my mission to get you to 100 k subs at least. YOU ARE THE BEST CAR REVIEWER ON YOU TUBE 👍

[@JankoLind]

I am very grateful, honored and I'm the first to cross my fingers that you succeed. To be honest I get comments like this more often then subscribers and perhaps its easier for you to get a chat with the president then finding 100 k subs 😂🙈

[@bumblebee9288]

@@JankoLind I am doing my best I am putting your you tube channel in the comments on all car channels that I am subscribed to. Believe me you are much more passionate enthusiastic about your cars than anyone else I watch. Also you aren't promoting and constantly advertising stuff. I question other KZbinrs reasons and motives but not you. Very refreshing Janko don't ever change

[@ajoey5150]

Janko, how did you like the black with chalk stitching, with Chalk centers? in the video it looks almost too white

[@JankoLind]

Hi Joe, I liked it, elegant but sporty. More videos to come :-)

[@ferdinandbardamu3945]

Your content is 10/10. But you need to do some work on getting correct colors in overcast light. The Brewster didn't look that green. But the black leather in your 992 did look a bit green instead.

[@JankoLind]

I agree 100% I need help. I’ve tried to look at videos about Color management is this your area of profession and perhaps 🤔 could guid me?

[@ferdinandbardamu3945]

@@JankoLind Get a circular polarizer filter for outside shots. Do the custom white balance trick with a white piece of paper for every environment, especially for environments with with a funky color cast like car interiors often are. And obviously use S-Log and color grade to recover the highlights and shadows. This is the extent of my knowledge because I'm not in color management.

[@gbelcher02]

Best video yet. Thanks!!!

[@JankoLind]

Thanks, Gene, for your energy.

[@PMZPatriot]

Love the color of the manual 992

[@JankoLind]

Green is a nice color :-)

[@atom999]

Thanks to you i'm ordering the noise insulating glass. Thanks!

[@JankoLind]

good choice.

[@100rkw]

Excellent video production!

[@JankoLind]

Thanks Randal, appreciated.

[@Nord_Mann]

I’ll save this one for the weekend👌🏻

[@JankoLind]

I'm honored :-)

[@Nord_Mann]

My 15yr old son asked me the other day: “how am I supposed to learn how to drive properly, now that you’ve sold both our manual 911’s and we’ve only got a Taycan??” 🤭

[@JankoLind]

LOL tell your son that he is a very intelligent young man. Try to listen to him, you might learn something.

[@stefanjust1912]

Wonderful wheels on your 911, Janko !

[@JankoLind]

Thanks Stefan.

[@amonzia]

Janko. I have a brilliant solution for the PDK lag. Keep the car in Sport! Saying that, and after much deliberation, I'll go with a manual for all the other reasons you mention in this excellent video. Think I'm going to spring for a Cayman GTS 4.0 for UK B roads. But am lusting after the GT3 Touring in manual.

[@JankoLind]

The 992 GT3 is not for the UK B-roads it is a 100% track car. Stop lusting and buy a Spyder instead of the GTS 4.0. Thanks for watching and if you are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@amonzia]

@@JankoLind Thanks for the reply. Enjoying your back catalog of videos. What tires do you recommend changing to in winter on a GT4/Spyder? I'm in the UK and am a little concerned about aquaplaning on those cup 2s.

[@kristofpirc5458]

Such an enjoyable video 👍 Matrix pdls+ works quite well indeed, but is it really worth almost 3k euros? I think there are some options (including VW4) which can be ticked before matrix, or am i wrong?

[@JankoLind]

VW4 is the FIRST option to tick. I agree PDLS+ is not in top of my list BUT please remember, I live in sweden and if you only drive your Porsche during summer then it is truly a wast of money since it don't get dark.

[@arighosal4809]

Great 👍🏽 topic Janko!

[@JankoLind]

Thanks Ari, looking forward to your live chat comments.

[@rubioalejo]

Tic toc tic toc !! Waiting!

[@JankoLind]

Me too I can not wait to answer all your comments in the live chat...

[@markjarvis7087]

Race track or city traffic are the only time I would want the pdk. I am just struggling to find a manual in the uk without ordering new! 🤷‍♂️👍

[@JankoLind]

they are rare to find.

[@sunnysidhu3212]

Love ur reviews. If budget ever allows I wanna pull trigger on a manual 992. I’m hoping 992 t model comes out 🙇🏻‍♂️

[@JankoLind]

Yes, the T model will arrive. If you are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@lukaskristanavicius4780]

Nice and informative video Janko! Any reason you ordered a pdk even though you clearly prefer manual and knew it was coming soon? Another thing, would you go for the new gt3 manual or gt3 manual touring ? I am not planning any track days.

[@JankoLind]

I've explained my reason in my 992 Carrera S review, please have a look: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGawdJyjpqxpm5I

[@jonasirw1]

The correct final word to the age old question (that really shouldn’t even be a question)

[@johnadams2933]

Love your videos, thank you for sharing.

[@JankoLind]

Thanks John, appreciated.

[@Braydenplaysallday]

Can’t wait! 🥳

[@JankoLind]

Looking forward to your live comments.

[@Braydenplaysallday]

@@JankoLind looking forward to it

[@VK-sc6mf]

Can you put some sound dampening foil to compensate for lack of this option Janko?

[@JankoLind]

Yes, I've done this on my Mini R55. Talk to your local car audio workshop. IF you are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@yenb86]

Great video, Yanko. Could you clarify if the Nordic winter tires you are mentioning. Is that the brand? I've just never heard of them, and they might not be available in the US. Thanks for any info.

[@michaelschneider-]

@Yazir Nauhm .. I believe Michelin - Pilot Alpin 5 is the tire brand/model type mentioned.

[@yenb86]

@@michaelschneider-He just makes a distinction at 17:21 between European and Nordic winter tires. European being the Michelins the car has. I'm wondering which brands/models he's referring to in the Nordic category.

[@JankoLind]

First of all, thank you all for contributing to our community, love it when one thread becomes more than one reply. There are categories of winter tires: - European Winter tires - Nordic Winter Tyres nonstudded - Nordic Winter Tyres studded I drive: - European winter tires: Michelin Pilot Alpine 5 - Nordic Winter tires studded: Michelin X-ice North 4 - Nordic Winter tires non studded: Michelin X-Ice Snow PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE look at this video, an episode I like but has no views :-( kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnXTln-khtCBd68 OR: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXaYlpSGopWMhpY My first review of the Michelin X-ice North 4 and addresses all questions. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWewaJV_np2phtU IF you are not already, please consider subscribing to my channel.

[@yenb86]

@@JankoLind Janko, as always, thank you for your thorough answer. That helps a lot. In the US, Tire Rack, at least, has them classified as follows: - Performance Winter for the Alpines, Sottozero, etc. - Ice and Snow for the Xice, VikingContact, etc. Keep it up, we love your videos.

[@stefanjust1912]

@Janko, did you ever hit the P button, when meaning to push the M button for manual ?

[@JankoLind]

No I did not, that's the perk not having screen buttons.

[@aikeedohayyah2745]

Cup holder in the PDK is a perk? LOL. You should do this with Doug. Nice review. Thanks.

[@JankoLind]

Thank you, Aikeedoh, for watching. If you are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@ashman0071]

where I live we roll with our windows down so noise insulating glass is superfluous ........ otherwise, you can't hear a NA 911 clear its throat and spit when you lift ........

[@JankoLind]

Hi Allenwrench, well, the 992 do not "spit" unless it is a 992 Turbo :-( If you are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@fkporsche1]

I like this comparison. Brilliant 🦅🦅🇺🇸

[@JankoLind]

Thanks, Frank for the energy and especially for your subscription, means a lot to me.

[@DarkTouch]

yep, first thing i did was jettison the cup holder and put the little tray thingy in it's place. manual 992...

[@JankoLind]

Good move Mr.

[@alb3096]

You didn’t mention if on snow the e-diff vs the lsd of manual brings a different feeling or better traction if noticeable? I’am used to mechanical lsd and how the car reacts in corners, it is also part of the joy linked to the manual transmission.

[@jameswalter3136]

Great comparison! Thanks.

[@JankoLind]

Thanks for watching James :-)

[@jameswalter3136]

@@JankoLind You really know your Porsches. When I am ready to buy, I cam going to consult with you! ;-)

[@moetaj]

Janko, first of all I love you brother you rock! I am ordering my new 992 based on your recommendations. Do you still recommend the manual Carrera 2 S for someone who hasnt consistently driven a manual car? What I saying is that do you think I would get tired driving a manual as a daily driver in Vancouver Canada? I have owned a 2016 BMW 340M manual for a shor time and that was easy but I am worried for the 992. Any thoughts? Thank you a million. The main reason I dont want to automatic PDK is bcz of the stupid ugly looking gear lever on the PDK.

[@JankoLind]

Hi Moe, I can not judge your ability to drive. But the manual gearbox in the 992 is very easy in comparison to other manual that I have bean driven. As always with new car you will need to get to know your car in the beginning and I believe that a part of our passion. If you are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@moetaj]

@@JankoLind thank you Janko, you are the best Porsche person online, love your channel and your content. Thank you for your honest opinion. Let me know if you ever come to Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦 we can go on some beautiful drives on the sea to sky highway

[@robertgregory1927]

Janko, I just tossed my cup holder in my manual 992 to pay homage to you!!!

[@JankoLind]

LOL good work Robert.

[@KelvynGoveo]

Great Video ! any feed back on steering wheel options ? I know Porsche offers a thicker version as well. wondering if there is any value to this !

[@JankoLind]

GT-sport steering wheel is thicker, but as a consequence, it will hide some of the interments to the very left and right. The standard steering wheel is absolutely OK and the GT-sport steering wheel is not my first option. Perhaps you have honored me with your subscription?

[@KelvynGoveo]

Thank you for your response! and already a subscriber :)

[@simonng2077]

My Mazda’s headlights do the same thing. It’s three years old. I guess Porsche finally caught up :-)

[@JankoLind]

through the history, Porsche has always bean late with all gadgets, its al about the Art of Driving. As a consequence Mazda will always introduce non driving technologys before Porsche. IF you are not already, please subscribe to my channel.

[@simonng2077]

@@JankoLind Don’t get me wrong. I’m not criticizing Porsche. I have a sports car (an Alpine) that has no gadgets. It is just light weight fun, like a Lotus. I was just pointing out that the technology isn’t new or exclusive to expensive sports cars. Followed.

[@giuseppemascali5279]

Love the manual I wish it was offered in the bass Carter’s🙁

[@giuseppemascali5279]

Carrera🤦🏻‍♂️

[@JankoLind]

I 100% agree, that would be very nice.

[@AMPIREelectronics]

Janko, the thinner glas is no longer available in Germany

[@JankoLind]

They have supply issues, GT3 is priority right now. If you are not already please consider subscribing

[@graemes8628]

Hi Janko. Can you tell me if the manual rev matches only in wet mode? I have seen one other KZbin video where the reviewer said it matches in sport and sport plus mode too meaning if you want to heel and toe (a key reason for me to pick a manual) then you can only do it in comfort mode. Would really appreciate you or anyone who knows for a fact which modes the car does rev matching in. Beautiful scenery by the way. Thanks Graeme from UK

[@JankoLind]

Sorry to confuse you. rev-matching is in all modes except "normal" mode, wish include Sport and Sport+. If you are not already, please consider subscribing.

[@graemes8628]

@@JankoLind Thanks for the reply Janko - that's a real shame. The whole point of taking a manual car is that I want to do the change myself not have the car do the rev matching for me. That's half the fun (and skill) taken away. I understand it for wet mode but come on Porsche why would you have rev matching in sport and sport plus???? At least with the Cayman GT4 the is a button to turn it off. That really changes my view on ordering a manual 992...

[@365VillasDotCom]

VERY helpful. Thank you!

[@JankoLind]

Thanks for watching, Dave. If you are not already, please consider subscriber.

[@ahmedshinko5142]

Do you the new PDK shifter in the GT3 will make its ways to the carreras?

[@JankoLind]

No

[@michaelreis4789]

Excellent review. Just a question, do you believe the 992.1 will be the last generation with a manual or do you think 992.2 will still get one? Oh btw I am subscribing now!

[@JankoLind]

Welcome to our community Michael. Regarding the manual that might be the case. When electric power is introduced to the 911 in the 992.2 (read hybrid) I'm not sure if they have solved the possibility to fit a manual gearbox. Future will tell...

[@johnvillamil3138]

Great video. Thnx.

[@JankoLind]

Thanks for watching.

[@adeelcyril3339]

Simply excellent! 👌

[@JankoLind]

Thanks, Adell, Take care.

[@alb3096]

I must be an exception drinking while driving isn’t a good idea even with water. For me this is an issue for US drivers. The gear lever smoothness is incredible especially with the clutch that is so progressive. It could be use as a teaching car. I can’t imagine driving a 911 without a manual gear box.

[@JuanAdam12]

Still not sure what transmission to spec on my 992 Carrera T. Been driving manuals for 40 years. My 987.2 is manual. I test drove a 992 manual and was left feeling disappointed. It was too easy. Maybe it’s time for something new-even if it’s on a Carrera T.

[@JankoLind]

Carrera T should always be manual!

[@JuanAdam12]

@@JankoLind i was hoping you weren’t going to say that.

[@nigelk780]

Thanks. I have been struggling whether my next porsche would be a PDK because of gearing. After this Im clear its manual again. What I would say is PDK in reality is a really a good sequential manual and a so so auto. The issue with sequential manual is two things . First you mentioned and that is you cant go from 6th to 2nd in one go. Second there is no physical positional indication of gear selected.

[@JankoLind]

Hi Nigel, you do get a number (showing your actual gear) in the lower center part of the rev-counter. That is actually the same with manual and PDK. If you are not already, please consider subscribing to my channel.

[@nigelk780]

@@JankoLind Hi Janko, Yes I realised that. I have had Audi auto which is same as PDK. My point is that you cannot do it by feel alone (in PDK) however you can tell what gear you select in a manual with your eyes closed so two senses touch and sight.

[@fbfk997.2]

@@nigelk780 Is the Audi trans not a dsg rather than pdk?

[@nigelk780]

@@fbfk997.2 Same thing different name. A double clutch. In the Macan its the exact same box as the Audi Q5 just different name for example.

[@fbfk997.2]

@@nigelk780 that’s the one example. The pdk in a 911 shares zero parts with a dsg afaik. Although they probably feel very similar.

[@scnupe7]

Where did you get the hoodie?

[@JankoLind]

I Made it, it is my merchandise. shop.spreadshirt.se/the-art-of-driving/

[@scnupe7]

Nevermind. I just saw the link!

[@osXcanada]

Do they use salt on the roads in Sweden? Here in Canada we do, lots of it, which would make it impossible for me to drive my $150,000 dream car in the winters, for fear of rusting it out. Not to mention the heightened risk of collisions on slippery roads!!

[@JankoLind]

Not much that can rust on a 992, but in addition,​ I have a 60-degree wash at home in my garage. It is built for indoor car cleaning. I spray the car every time I drive my car.

[@alexvelasco4579]

I agree with you it would be a shame to drive this car in the winter in Canada not only for the salt and gravel they pour over the roads but the chance someone slides into your car because he or she didn’t spend the extra money on snow tires. Now you have an extra 20 % depreciation value on your beautiful toy.

[@joshualorenz4665]

I love this guy