Porsche 911 Carrera GTS. Why this makes for a better road car than the 992 GT3

[@markwood7045]

Harry is one of the few reviewers on KZbin who can speak about a model's range with the fluency and balance of having driven many of them, and having the status not to be bowled over by anything Porsche. I know when I'm watching this that I'm not looking at someone who needs the next press car to come to them. Long live Harry Metcalfe. Great review.

[@Zuxeh]

Spot on, couldnt agree more.

[@hugolafhugolaf]

Amen to that.

[@johnsmith1474]

Fawning over the guy ... why?

[@rotatoryrotisserie3619]

@@johnsmith1474 because he's really rather good at this.

[@pherron7471]

@@TuvingtonD Yeah and they all grew up learning and reading his magazine: EVO.

[@mikeviljoen]

I think the plus with this particular car is that the styling is so restrained. Rock solid design I think. It's avoidance of unnecessary detail really showcases its beautiful purity of form and the enormous equity in its iconic shape.

[@2Bunphettered788]

Liked how you worded that! 👌

[@zix_zix_zix]

@Sam Miale Well, to be fair the 992 GT3 DOES have fake real vents. Just watch Harry's review.

[@crediblecommenterr]

@Sam Miale i am actually having a good laugh at the both of you. It's so clear you are not on my level of knowledge and wisdom and class.

[@leonlang2505]

@Sam Miale probably satire... his name is credible commenter

[@stevensarson482]

Agreed, but what are Porsche doing with their branding ? I love the script that says ‘Porsche’ or ‘Boxster’ etc across the rear of each car, but newer models are starting to copy the boot lid if a 60s Ford Cortina . Too many names and numbers and sometimes badly sized/l displayed. My little Boxster is discrete by comparison and that is one of the main reason I like it so very much.

[@ethanthomas68]

Best reviewer on KZbin IMO. Your reviews add such perspective and practicality. Thanks Harry!

[@luke_3_113]

I find the endless versions of the 911 quite confusing - but Harry is just the man to pick out the differences and help make sense of them :D

[@Lemma01]

Yep. But TBH, I find I couldn't care less. Like celebrity gossip. Who cares? Seems I don't, and the philo-911ies can dream of this as they drop off to the shorter gearstick with the New Shape. A huge opening, indeed, Harry. Hoping for a vid on how's the paint drying on the estate fencing... x

[@MrTimeless101]

I thought the point of so many variants was to give you a price range. They are ALL expensive, a base Carrera can be optioned out to be as expensive as a Turbo. And some of the variants are redundant.

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

@@MrTimeless101 if you know Porsches, owned some you would know. The different versions are distinct. Also the pricing is relative, most of them you can sell even with a higher price (right now) or very little loss of value.

[@herrmann967]

Actually there are not too many 911 models. Porsche just makes it seem like it for marketing purposes. There is (in order) the Carrera, Carrera S, GTS, Turbo and GT3. With the standard Carrera being a sporty cruiser and the GT3 being the most track focused. You can get the Carreras also with 4WD - then the has a "4" in the Name. You also get most models as Coupe, Cabrio or Targa. However the suspension settings, engine, steering and mandatory options really make a difference on the road. Especially the GTs. They for example have a completely different front axle.

[@danieldickson4656]

@@herrmann967 Exactly. Used to feel overwhelmed until about two years when I moved to a neighborhood with a Porsche(I actually snobbly pronounce like a German now😂)Center close by. Now have the 930 turbo as one of my dream cars.

[@oeiras99]

I own a 991.2 GTS in Europe and last week my son visited from Canada and drove it on a mountain road. I can endorse everything that Harry says about the 911 GTS. Awesome. Now I go back to driving it like an ordinary car, which it isn't. Excellent video.

[@WFO.]

Thank you Harry. I was about to put a deposit down on a heavily optioned Carrera S. Because you educated me about the GTS it’s the route I’m going to go. Your reviews are excellent.

[@TheShaneglass05]

loco I am from Canada and the wait list at the largest Porsche dealer in the country is 4-5 years for a GTS. I had to go with a heavily spec’d 992 4S. You’ll be lucky to get an allocation for a GTS bro.

[@WFO.]

@@TheShaneglass05 I did get an allocation and turned it down to go for a GT3 when the 992.2 happens.

[@WFO.]

@@TheShaneglass05 -Update. The GT3 slot never materialized. But got the call yesterday to place the order for another 911 GTS. Going through with it and his time. 🍾🎉

[@Strike86]

I think the split between the new GT3 and GT3 Touring has allowed the GT3 to become much more track-focussed, to the detriment of its on-road manners. The GTS seems like an excellent compromise though, and the fact that it's still available with a manual is just gravy.

[@DPR178]

There is no split between the gt3 and the gt3 touring. the only difference is the lack of spoiler in the touring. With the GT3 being so track focused, I don't know where they go with the gt3RS

[@mikewibberley1092]

I really enjoyed this video. The GTS is the sweet spot in the range...sounds great! Thanks Harry. 👍

[@ericfitzgerald9139]

Slight correction: the 997 GTS didn’t have the GT3 engine, it had the Carrera S PowerKit standard, power went up from 385 to 408 hp.

[@GazzaView123]

🤓

[@matt1081]

I was surprised by that comment on the video and after a quick google I couldn’t find out if it was accurate or not. Come back to here to post about it and perfectly timed, see your response! Thanks for that! Great video and I love the GTS. The more I see them the more I love them. It feels more like a Turbo without the proper “turbo” engine then it does an S on steroids

[@sq1rlsqu4d]

@Clara Easy tiger, we all love the Harry's uploads but keep it in your trousers, eh? :D

[@murrieteacher]

@@saltlake6577 When you criticise others about errors, you should make sure your comments do not include errors. Absolut is a vodka, absolute is the word you needed. Compatible is not the word you need. You need comparable. I await your vitriolic response.

[@tripemonger8916]

@@sq1rlsqu4d 😂👏👊

[@rayborg7378]

What a great sound this car makes.To be able to do that even now speaks volumes on Porsche excellence.The 911 still holds its own among the very best even at almost 60 years and counting.

[@erwh1]

Hi Harry, as much as I’d love to think I have a GT3 engine in the back of my 997 GTS, it is unfortunately not the the Mezger unit. The 997 GTS was offered from the 2nd generation 997 and has a regular Carrera S DFI engine (385hp) with the powerkit installed as standard which bumps the power to 408hp. Still a lot of fun with the glorious 6-speed manual gearbox, but not as hardcore as the 997 GT3 (dare I call the 997 GTS comfortable?).

[@leftwing28]

Great review as always, glad to have a pro like Harry back up my decision to move from 992 C2S to the 992 GTS!

[@johnnewman3316]

Great video again. When harry reviews a car, I feel like I have been behind the wheel

[@guenthermichaels5303]

Harry, I could watch you drive this car, over those country roads all day. What a joy. Miles of Smiles.

[@russmeyer100]

Harry is the real deal and born to enlighten viewers about cars like the 911 GTS.

[@SilentRacer911]

I must say, the “quirkiness” being brought back by the manual isn’t surprising. It’s one of the only new manuals available now, especially over 100k. Brilliant as always Harry! I must say, I don’t agree on brakes. The carbons are so pricey, and for someone that would use it daily, not a journalist special, I would get the steels. That’s someone having fun drifting it around for a few hours, not normal wear.

[@HawkMillFarm]

But it still doesn’t bob on the front end, 997 was the last that did.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

Exactly what I thought, it's journalists drifting for the cameras hour after hour with some level of stability control still switched on that has most likely ruined those rear rotors. I don't think most owners would ever have this problem unless they were complete knobheads - and in any case, how many sets of steel rotors could you get for 6000 pounds? A lifetimes worth I'd bet.

[@jn904]

A Chris Harris disc grumble? 😂

[@thesal308]

Love your work Harry, you're up there with the best keep up the good work.

[@geraldswain3259]

Never mind up with the best , he's the one all others are judged by .

[@BonnevilleTB7]

In my opinion the best reviewer of cars on KZbin by a very long way. The GTS (RWD) would be my pick of the current 911 range but i would option the PDK gearbox due to an injury. Keep up the good work with terrific content, thanks.

[@lunabouch]

Harry thanks once again for an exciting and personal take on the PORSCHE GTS.

[@sammorris2693]

As always, a pleasure to watch, listen and learn from someone who has a real knowledge and passion for cars. Keep the good work up 👍

[@anthonybrand6137]

This is a great looking car, especially in carmine red, & is all the 911 I would ever need. However, the £123, 500 price tag puts it well out of my league, sadly. Thanks for another great review Harry.

[@russmeyer100]

Harry is your man and makes this Porsche the real deal.

[@odl21]

Great! Look forward to getting my GTS 4 cab in viper green delivered next week. The 992 S never felt as nice as the 991.2 GTS but the 992 adds a lot of subtle changes over anything optionable on the S.

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

Wow that's great man - enjoy it !!! That's like christmas, counting down the nights :)

[@odl21]

@@bavariancarenthusiast2722 thanks. certainly is. And Harry’s video has spiked my anticipation.

[@garethjudd5840]

Porsche Optional extras, Wipers. Lights. Seats. Windows. Paint. Engine. Wheels. 😩

[@richardhoulton4016]

Pretty much! 🤣

[@darthnatas953]

I know you are trying to be funny, but a base 911 with no options is an excellent car. I can't think of one thing I would add if I was ordering a new 992 today. Maybe a glass sunroof. $2,000. Maybe.

[@gam88a]

You forgot floormats….I’m not joking.

[@paultaylor9652]

Lovely Jubbly, Harry never let's us down with the quality of his videos or the cars he reviews, a big thank you from me.

[@marcob1729]

No interest in the GTS, but I can't miss the opportunity to spend some of my Sunday listening to Harry

[@ethanmorris8108]

Harry is my fav car show bar none. Stumbled across his channel during the pandemic shutdown - he was driving himself and his wife down to the S of France in an 815. I want Netflix to back a Ford F250 full of Swiss Francs up to his house in Cambridge and offer him all of it if he makes a tv show for them?

[@The_journeyy]

What a clean looking car I wouldn't mind owning this 🔥

[@theopapathanasiou1261]

Harry, I finally concluded why I like your channel the most… its the use of English and eloquence. In literary terms, its up there.

[@MarkPretorius-z8g]

Harry I love this video, I think I have watched it 10 times. My dream car. Thanks for doing what you do!!

[@mickmoorhouse9834]

Fantastic review Harry, I have just ordered a 911 GTS (18month wait time!!!!) but your review confirms my choice as being the right one- many thanks for a brilliant review!!

[@mlky8501]

Just discovered your channel. I have to say you are the best I've seen for reviews bar doug demuro. Absolutely brilliant!

[@y0udefeated738]

So pleased Harry likes this model. It confirms my thoughts and has helped me decide on my next car 🎉

[@gregmcclure6922]

Another good review, and thank you for Tyrrell's Classic Workshop video's.

[@aghowrath]

Harry you are legendary..I love the GT3 but the GTS is more practical and throttle response more satisfying

[@awakethemaster]

Amazing and beautiful machines. Love the Engineering behind. 992 it's flawless!

[@itslukkeee]

Fantastic review. Really really pleased they kept a manual option on the 992, I really hope more people order The GTS in manual. Great comment about the quirkiness factor

[@neilsaunders4830]

Great review Harry and what a beautiful car. I can't believe I have only just found out that you are also a farmer. Another farmer with a passion for cars! Have a good harvest..

[@murrieteacher]

Thanks Harry. Another great video.

[@keithneal3253]

Awesome video Harry. Like a good book I couldn’t put it down, I couldn’t stop watching. One of your best in my opinion. Thank you.

[@kittonsmitton]

Always an honest review, thank you Harry!

[@steadfastandyx4947]

Brilliant. Crossed of the turbo for this as my dream/lottery car.

[@luigirigattoni9648]

I like to see your reviews a lot. my order is done for the GTS, but still not sure about manual gearbox or PDK. As you mentioned, the 7 gear manual must be fantastic, but PDK gives the full acceleration power of this car and on the race track, sport plus is the must have tool for fast lap times. Interior looks better with manual... no boost knob in steering wheel on manual, which is unbelievable to pass car on regular street. I still have time to decide😀 Greetings from Switzerland.

[@petedavis4097]

Another terrific test Harry, oh and the car is fantastic as well

[@shammaharaj1967]

Great video as usual... I prefer the pdk...over the manuals in the porsche...they are amazing...the pdks.

[@VisionCommunications]

Harry is a real car guy! Real reviews, not just talk.

[@geemac979]

I tend to agree; there are so many 911 (992) models along with too many upgrades, that places confusing upon prospective buyers. It saddens me to hear the GT3 isn’t an everyday drive however; the Turbo S appears a better driving and seemingly, performance option. Thanks Harry for your honest appraisal of 4 x 911 (992) models and the benefits of ceramic brakes over standard. Looking forward to more of your high quality videos. Cheers

[@DM-MayBee]

Fantastic review ..... very insightful and very comprehensive. Defiantly top of my wish list now. Thank you Harry.

[@royedwards9894]

Great review Harry as usual beautiful car!

[@dirkpalmer1067]

💯 Love my 2019 991.2 4 gts. After a LOT of cars, this is it!

[@jeanlariviere5493]

and what about interior noise and tire noise??? it was a big preoccupation with the 992 base and the 992 S....

[@thomashall7035]

I was interested in this observation as well...

[@atom999]

Same, would love to know that as well

[@daraghmorrissey]

Great video. I think this would be my Porsche if I had the dough. Its really nice to see the manual gearbox. I hope they don't disappear any time soon.

[@russmeyer100]

Harry has convinced me that Porsche make incredible cars and one day Lotto win permitting a Porsche will sit nicely in my driveway.

[@lukaswildner8040]

Oh my, that pull at 11:10 mark beautiful!

[@inksand]

Harry - please review a 996 40 Jahre. Effectively, the GTS of the 996 range (before the monicker was coined). A classic rare Porsche; awesome on the road for a night-on 20 year old car.

[@tocsa120ls]

Having driven the Cayman GT4 and the GTS, I can say the GTS is definitely the better choice.

[@sixpotshot]

Absolutely true but only if you need to carry two kids on the back. There is a reason why mid engined cars rule motorsports and the very reason why current (mid engined - note) 911 racers are all in all nothing but a Cayman with a 911 skin. Take that.

[@nutprick]

Cool story bro

[@tocsa120ls]

@@nutprick don't listen to me. Never. I hate the MX5, I hate the S2k, but I looooooove the Yaris GR and the Cayman GTS. Buy the car that has the highest resale value, buy the 1 round on the Nurburgring, drive your sorry excuse of "a lap" on it, and get lost.

[@opmike343]

@@tocsa120ls You "hate" what are among the most engaging cars to drive. Find some help for that miserable, black heart.

[@tocsa120ls]

@@opmike343 I can tell you've never touched any of them.

[@dinnaimo]

Another thrilling video, thanks Harry.

[@pierrem4560]

911 ...the must ! technology and quality ......very nice

[@tunanocrust2642]

Almost my dream spec! 992 C2 GTS 7 speed with the aero kit and carbon roof though. I love turbo motors at 6500ft above sea level, I prefer it over the NA motors here. Glad to hear you liked this spec though, thanks for the review!

[@carlvincent78]

Brilliant as always mr Harry

[@markup2]

Ole Harry eh? He's still the Boss of all car reviewers!

[@SportsCarAdvisors]

Porsche always, FTW. Nicely done sir. It's a gem.

[@stephenwilliams926]

Love the gold wheels with the red body.

[@borjastick]

Just beat my thumbs up clicking record. Today it took me just 15 seconds into the vid. Well done Uncle Harry. Great car and yes I would.

[@calablanca]

What a masterpiece of a video. You always learn a lot from Harry. Awesome. Car too, btw.

[@colinpaton3770]

Excellent video Harry. That manual big plus. It's long geared - even 1st - 2nd, like the GT3 but more surge from the extra torque. Would you really prefer a n-a version? All Best

[@onduty6024]

I learn a little something new on each of your videos!

[@amirassaad]

Harry, exceptional content as usual. Care to make a video on your watch collection for your fans who are also watch enthusiasts? I hate frequently pausing your videos to try to figure out what mechanical watch you’re wearing. Thank you! Keep up the amazing content.

[@brianessex7102]

As an owner of a 992.1 S (manual) would echo comments on the gear box. Really appreciate his commentary. Second owner but would counter that the disparity of used prices between the S and GTS would support pulling the trigger on a well optioned S. At 440hp (conservatively), more than enough to put a smile on your face, and perhaps get arrested.

[@yetidh9]

The only thing that puts me off the GTS (and the Turbo) is centerlock wheels. I’m not sure why they insist on those. It’s nice to be able to remove your own wheels without a special tool and a 4ft long torque wrench.

[@silvercat7328]

You can select 4 bolt wheels, choice of 2 x styles. I’ve seen a few pics with 4 bolt wheels, looks good 👍

[@KosmicHRTRacingTeam]

@@silvercat7328 5 lugs. Porsche never has done 4 lugs

[@leoahearn7382]

Center locks are nothing to be scared of - search Rennlist for "center locks again". I've used the big torque wrench and the torque multiplier side by side. Neither is difficult if you pay attention but the multiplier is easier/less dramatic. And less $$.

[@trumpet90909]

Let's be honest: 99.9% of GTS or turbo owners are never going to tinker with their wheels, ever. The retired orthodontist that buys this car is not mechanically or physically inclined to do anything like that.

[@yetidh9]

@@trumpet90909 Ha ha you're probably right.

[@TheMystro1971]

I have owned a lot of 911 in different forms over the years. For my money and being the best performance all-rounder with the 991.2/992 is the 911 Carrera S and GTS in rwd form. The C4S front end feels heavier and the additional grip isn’t necessary with the balance of the modern 911. Put rear wheel steering in the mix and the C2S/GTS is unbelievable to the point even on the track at upper limits tends to defy physics. Even the best drivers will never reach its limits. You can spec either cars so many ways there really isn’t gonna be much of a difference in price point. Go all out in the options and you won’t be disappointed.

[@slaykay47]

For the rear wheel steer in the lightweight pack, my guess is the rear wheel steer gives the illusion that the car feels lighter/more nimble than it is

[@oeiras99]

The rear-wheel steering does make the steering more sensitive and quicker but also reduces the turning ratio which is very handy in city driving.

[@Fluterra]

I hope the GTS is more exciting than the base 992 I test drove. Compared to my AMG GTC, the 992 was a Total Bore. I couldn’t wait to return the 992.

[@seinsmeld13]

Thanks Harry. Cheers from Canada.

[@steffydog]

Always a great video, thanks Harry

[@sja9836]

Absolutely Fabulous. Thanks Harry.

[@nickg3999]

Great car but then so is the ‘S’ which is properly fast now - you wouldn’t notice much difference between the two with less than 10% between them in power and torque. There is still quite a big price difference despite Harry playing that down so you can still make a case for the ‘S’ being the sweet spot in the range. Of course, some think the base model is that…

[@michaelfk2548]

Not too shabby !

[@mariojurman4113]

I have only been driving in the UK once and I have to say that the most roads are pretty dangarous ! So not many people can drive those roads like Harry is !

[@Brookspirit]

The Uk has the safest roads in Europe , if not the whole world, (google it). Maybe you can't drive very well.

[@odl21]

@@Brookspirit actually it’s Norway closely followed by Switzerland

[@MeTube3]

The roads are full of loons that drive much more recklessly than Harry.

[@mariojurman4113]

@@Brookspirit I had a chance to drive in Switzerland,Austria,Slovenia, Croatia, France, Spain, Greek Islands, Canary Islands, South Africa, Florida and Hawaii !!!!

[@mariojurman4113]

@@MeTube3 I am pretty sure about that !

[@kornonacob]

I got this one...sent to es motor uk upgrade it to es900 package ... 3.7 engine upgrade...beef up transmission... bolt on a supercharger on top of the turbos... 1200 hp 1050nm now...manual ... smoothhhhh

[@joeyn8046]

I'd love to see Harry and Nick Murray have a chat all things Porsche - that would be a fun convo to watch

[@ericj55]

Love your videos, Harry!

[@mikeholt7881]

Harry's here and it's still light! Spring's coming Peeps!!

[@peaktraveller]

Lovely car and as always, a great review.

[@osmangeylan5698]

Harry is a great reference for people who are actually looking to buy the car that he is testing.

[@davidruddick3346]

Simply Wunderbar Harry

[@Weissman111]

Remember when my friend took me for a ride in his 2010 GTS - some of the hand signals from pedestrians definitely weren't in the Highway Code.

[@deanjohnson160]

Fantastic review harry ad always.

[@mip83]

Great content as ever, would like to see what you make of the GT3 touring. Other reviewers have said that just the tyre change on that makes all the difference on the road.

[@chadbarbaro]

They are the same, Sans wing

[@mip83]

@@chadbarbaro And tyres. A few of the reviews I’ve seen have said the tyre factor on it’s own significantly changes it’s road manners in terms of tram-lining and harshness.

[@HawkMillFarm]

Firstly with everything else going on in the world, it was lovely to spend 20 mins in a 911 with you. For me, (as a 991.1 C4S owner) I don't like Alcantara, red stitching, sports crono, black wheels, and look at centre lock wheels are an inconvenience so I'd stick with the S model and save some cash.

[@yyz4165]

I have a 991.1 GTS with leather wheel and trim. I love the look of the black centre lock wheels (5 bolt was $0 option)against GT Silver paint. GTS also revs higher and CLs have lower unsprung weight. Exhaust sounds better too.

[@evaanahmed9289]

Yes the 992 GT3 is very track focused; that's why they also make the GT3 Touring. It'll be cool to see you compare the GTS and the Touring! :D

[@makseffort]

Agree wholeheartedly, although it seems the result will be the same as here

[@SchlomoSion]

The GT3 Touring is more discretely track-focussed 😅. More or less just the wing missing.

[@Robjess100]

Awsome review as always Harry. Thank you.

[@daftpunk1285]

Good luck trying to get one of these for list.

[@stevefowler2112]

Great review...480 HP...that's what my first 911 was, a 2007 911 Turbo (997.1), which was obviously much lighter than the 992.2. i sure wish I would have kept that one...the 997 Turbo 6 speed is kind of a the perfect car.

[@ewanstewart8011]

Truly excellent in-depth review, All I need now is the money to buy and run it 👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@colinmackintosh1543]

Why is the gearknob being further away/shorter sporty, haha. It should be closer so it's easier to reach from the wheel. Alter the throw rather than cutting the top off it?

[@johngriffiths3394]

Fabulous - great summary and what a car!

[@wookie94]

so now that you've tried the boxter and the 911 gts, what would be your pick?

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

It depends what is your use case - you want to go track? One car only? Weekend? Long trips? Family ?

[@peppemberton9948]

@@bavariancarenthusiast2722 think if you spend 100,000 on a car you're not going to be a one car family...

[@-DC-]

@@peppemberton9948 Very few are sold outright they are PCP machine's then out into the Approved Used Network for the most part, it's all about the monthlies these days.

[@tomcarlton854]

thank you......! Harry.

[@AsinineComment]

Much better, Harry - much, much better. So many of your episodes over the last year have been plagued with crook editing, lighting, dialogue, bumbling off topic, etc, etc. This one - back in form. 🙂