Porsche 911 GTS review - the perfect 911? | What Car?

[@whatcar]

What’s your perfect 911? 🤔

[@Youtubedotcomma]

911 R all day everyday

[@KC-bv9kf]

992 Targa GTS.

[@lesfernandez888]

911 Turbo S

[@kinansleiman1060]

911 Turbo S

[@gregood]

991.1 GTS

[@lauriedye4577]

GTS is an amazing ride….beautiful car…..Porsche is the way to go and the GTS is definitely the sweet spot in the line up!

[@jlib4393]

The outer dials have always been hidden by the steering wheel in all 911s going back decades! It's a tradition.

[@phughes4224]

The base Carrera is now very compelling. Joe Achilles got 3.54 second for a 0-60 sprint which is quicker than previous generation GT3's and when you add a slightly more 'daily friendly' suspension, you might as well save a ton of cash on the higher models IMHO.

[@M4rkmcc21]

Who's he? 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@resnonverba137]

4:07 I'm surprised by how much the centre console moved when the buttons were pressed.

[@wheelwrightpl9429]

I literally cringed when watching that, it yielded like a plastic panel in a cheap washing machine. This tells me all I need to know about interior "quality" in new Porches.

[@murdocampbell4858]

Me too! Touch-sensitive buttons and he used a sledgehammer on a pin-nail.

[@lkearney7299]

991.2 seems more solid.

[@jonjadersten3708]

Thx for review. I switched my 991.2 Turbo S cab for 992.1 GTS manual/glass roof top. Easy… tts was fast in straight line, beautiful, etc… not that engaging though in 99.9% of my driving conditions. A manual gearbox, clutch, rev matching/heel-toe stuff just makes the driving so much more fun and alive… every round-about is an opportunity to attack, down shift, rev match and go!! Fun as heck.Then i havent even mentioned the Burmester sound…YOLO.

[@thunderpants007]

“Oh no I need to move my head a little to see a dial”, bloody hell this guy is a genius, Porsche you fools just make the dials tiny or the steering wheel massive.

[@parodontitis]

Awaiting mine this month. Prices are skyrocketing though.. 40'€ in options and not even fully loaded 8-/

[@faustinaadu2284]

I’d buy the GTS over the Carrera S because it clearly looks better IMO

[@crimsonpirate1710]

If you could afford it dreamer

[@ergonaut940]

Much more expensive too

[@elite4124]

That’s exactly what I did after adding some options it came up to the GTS territory so I canceled the build to order the GTS hopefully next 2 months

[@JUFFAIR101]

@@elite4124 but the carrera S is better for me i am not Forced with the lowered 10mm suspension (pasm) ( I used to own 911.1 turbo s and it was not comfortable for me) you are forced with that suspension 10mm , am I right?

[@elite4124]

@@JUFFAIR101 Not really! I don’t notice any difference tbh. It rides as good as the base 911 except for the power and the stiffness. God damn I love this car

[@leftwing28]

Great and informative presentation with stunning views in and out! Makes me that much more impatient for my upcoming GTS build with April delivery!!

[@diluxe]

Would be good to see a comparison of this against the new r8 RWD performance

[@DangerPotatoe]

I think Porsche opted for a smaller steering wheel since that’s actually how you want it in a track car that’s not F1. And that’s the reason you can’t see the outer display portions quite as well. Despite what most manufacturers tell you, a “dented” steering wheel (or a rectangular one for that matter) is not better on the track. F1 is a different story but F1 drivers never need to re-grip the steering wheel for cornering (forgive my english please). You want a small steering wheel that’s round so it can glide through your hands. Dented steering wheels look sporty but perform worse on the track I bet. I don’t know though, I’ve only driven round steering wheels on the track.

[@RobinSingh-lf3iq]

Brilliant review! Thanks for the awesome cinematic shots as well. I have a Carrara white 992 gts on order, cannot wait for delivery next year. This is the actual sweet spot of the line up, and with two backseats it ticks all the boxes. I have pdcc optioned as well so looking forward to the smoother ride effects.

[@Howsitgoingfellas]

Your a lucky man . Drive safe 👍

[@CB-oq7tr]

I also ticked PDCC but have now removed. From what I understand from a bit of research outside the dealership - it’s an almost negligible difference given the lowered chassis and stiffer suspension of this model (arguably on the 992’s in general) and more worthwhile with the cayenne / panamera etc

[@TuvingtonD]

I have PDCC optioned in my build as well but deleted the stiffer helper springs. What interior did you option? I’m on the fence about the chalk/red GTS interior packages and matte carbon.

[@RobinSingh-lf3iq]

@@TuvingtonD do not select regular Pasm by deleting the helper springs option as this will give you an increased ride height which will make the 911 look bad. The lower the more sporty it looks. Ask me how I know. To answer your question about the interior, I went with standard Interior with leather/race tex, and selected seat ventilation (leather seat centers). No leather on the dash. Save yer money.

[@RobinSingh-lf3iq]

@@CB-oq7tr I have yet to confirm the ride once I receive the car. But I did have a 992 c2s without the 10 mm drop and over bumps especially on an intersection when turning it was very very bumby that the chassis was wobbly. Therefore I chose pdcc. Ask me how I know. These options are there for a reason.

[@carspottervincent]

I still think the 997 models are the coolest 911 there is, but now with that number plate in another place, it really looks damp and much better

[@franzbranntwein3722]

Never…997 have two of them …..Problems

[@AlexanderdePooter]

Looking so much forward to the first US spec arrivals!

[@CR-qu5jc]

Too bad they are going for huge dealer markups here in the states and you cannot get an allocation for a new one. I’ve gone to 3 dealers and they all said getting an allocation on a new 911 is impossible so I’d have to look at the used market. I understand since they all had a laundry list of customers that purchased multiple Porsche vehicles from each dealer waiting for an allocation and this would be my first Porsche. One dealer even mentioned starting with a used Cayman to build a relationship with the dealer, which over time could eventually get you a 911 allocation. A Used 2018 GTS that had 2 previous owners recently sold for $185K at my local Porsche dealer. A 2020 used base Model that I test drove was going for $115K, I just can’t pull the trigger on that. Porsche is king and I’m in the market, I’m just having trouble coming to terms with the reality of the 911 and even the Cayman marketplace.

[@keithjackson4985]

The packages Porsche offers on these vehicles, drives me insane! I will own one, but it will definitely be used. To buy one at over a 100grand, and it not have simple features such as heated seats? Would be to much of a frustration for me.

[@realromanvice]

Heated seats are standard on the 992...

[@keithjackson4985]

@@realromanvice That's a big consolation lol 😆. I like them but the lack of standard equipment at those prices is a deal breaker. At least for now. I can afford one with a few options. Not ready for another vehicle yet, bought a car last year. Maybe in a couple years will take another look?

[@Airbag1010674]

Newsflash, shorter lever, equals shorter throw. The distance to fulcrum is reduced thus reducing the linear distance your hand travels.

[@Evan_She]

GTS is my perfect 911. I just ordered one. Can’t be more happy.

[@giorgos346]

Is the suspension so much more comfortable than a gt3 that is worth to go for this and not the gt3 if u dont care about price??

[@lance3798]

I LOVE the 992 generation of the 911 but it always bothers me looking at the digital gauge cluster. It looks like the screens have a bezel of a mid-2000s TV....

[@hdrd2315]

Nice view and place is it in england?

[@shrimpmoney8]

The wheel face is a copy of the Turbo S, but are not directly from the Turbo S. They are wider, and different offsets on the Turbo S.

[@chrisflemington819]

A well built car with a fabulous interior apart from all the other bits like the engine!! I can only wish that my premium bonds come up one day 🤞🚘

[@robnelsonbayvillage]

This may be my 4th Porsche. Great job on this video.

[@luigirigattoni9648]

I'll get my GTS cabriolet in crayon end of march, sold my 991.2 GT3, which is def a great race track car, but a pain for all the speed limits...

[@RoyV88]

so sad that alot of people don't know why the side dails are still blocked by the steeringwheel.. free hint, never gonna change.

[@ykuni2936]

I'll get GTS 7mt next summer.

[@steveottavaino3804]

The one you happen to be sitting and or driving in at the moment. They’re all good. Cheers.

[@juzefzoozoo]

Would be perfect with the 992 6speed manual.

[@1Link4Life]

lovely car great review but i don't think it should be that expensive quality is not really all there. look at 4:06 when he pushes those buttons everything moves, i know that sound a bit nitpicking but for that money those things just cant be happening.

[@KaneGregory]

How they got that turbocharged engine to sound so good is mind blowing!🧠🤯🔫

[@chanhyung88]

GTS is amazing trim for 911. I am keeping my 991.1 GTS the last NA GTS for as long as I can.

[@beauchamphuberville1355]

till the engine lets go like all pancake engines. Speaking from experience!

[@chanhyung88]

@@beauchamphuberville1355 hope not haha mine is still under warranty for 2 more years

[@user-ij6xs4ut7j]

I don’t like the new models. Drove the 992 Carrera S at the Experience and I was not overwhelmed. I still prefer the 996 and 997, you feel more connected in my opinion. I don’t need all the new technology to get down the road.

[@NewShockerGuy]

2.24 "let me put my greasy finger print, riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiight here!" lol

[@malcolmc5964]

911 Carrera for two or three years then go to Litchfield and get it chipped!(assuming you can get them at anywhere close to list!)

[@TS-wp3wt]

I would really want the lightweight package.

[@viktorletaj3396]

Everything that you said was correct! I was debating to buy this Porsche or the 2019 R8 V10 but I went with the R8 because the previous owner has upgraded the interior a lot and the steering wheel in carbon fibre. All in all, both are great cars but the R8 has won the looks category in my opinion.

[@brianiswrong]

You sir are winning at life 👍 Were do you go next after an R8 V10?

[@stevosd60]

The sport package and wheels are optional on all 911 including the base version... Shows what they know.

[@joslinnick]

Is this in Guards red or Carmine red?

[@t-rex7796]

What colour was that GTS? Guards red? Looks amazing but the guards red I have seen in showrooms looks a little lighter than that

[@jetisonn1]

That was Carmine Red

[@federicogutierrez9803]

If they had a yoke style steering wheel it would solve the problem

[@swb0510]

This is my new Dream car 😍

[@Cybervogi]

GTS Monday to Friday - then GT3 ;)

[@beauchamphuberville1355]

that finger print!

[@priztucker]

There's nothing like a British accent reviewing a car👌

[@ronaldk.wileyjr.5476]

Yellow GTS coupe, manual, red leather 14 way, glass roof, 5lug black wheels, steel brakes... LETS GO! It'll last longer then that "bum-ass" R8 & without the track, who needs carbon ceramic?

[@Kiteboarding316]

You buy an R8 to be seen. To buy a 911 to drive.

[@adityasreekar5308]

People also see your 911. But a little bit less than audi

[@57pritam]

Exactly, I would never be self conscious when I get out of my GTS at work. On the other hand, if it were a R8 or a C8 or an AMG gt, I would be hella conscious about my colleagues or my boss (who drives his minivan and loves it) noticing me!!!

[@darkhaven9119]

I like it but I still hate the new tail lights and back end. The 2017-2019 tail lights/back end was way sexier and I wish this car had that. It would be perfect then

[@MrOPM-vc6ow]

What’s the difference in the gts and the gt3 touring???

[@MrVegchel]

About £30K

[@davidowen2859]

Night and day.

[@lfbsasas]

The gts is faster..

[@biker_marinator5696]

GT3 is my pick

[@thomasnewsome6932]

Never get to beef with extras if you buying at 100k plus car is a few 000s really going to be a worry

[@jasonlagana1281]

does this model not have back seats?

[@andrewsingh]

I go Targa 4 GTS in crayon…

[@elite4124]

I got a gts on paper

[@SemniUmiRashidi]

Absolutely!!!

[@moeothman1987]

Congratulations! I got 4GTS a few months ago and I’m absolutely in love with it

[@sherparoyale]

How is the buffeting?

[@bfKothNoob]

Porsche is one of the largest German manufacturers

[@rubioalejo]

Most people who see this video don't care about the Audi R8. No need to you bring your thoughts of it here. Porsche 911 have the own category and is not comparable to anything!

[@lkearney7299]

991.2 GTS (and 992) in manual - a perfect 911.

[@dirkpalmer1067]

I preferred the 2019 991.2 4 gts. That was my perfect blend of tech & analog. I'm done. 😀

[@PeterSdrolias]

Let’s get real. Any 911, is the perfect 911!

[@Blackmamba12345]

No they are boring overpriced and too common.

[@drjang-hairdoctor]

What color is this car? Carmine red or guards red?

[@craigguest5020]

How about give a bloody verdict. Still not sure ‘what car’ is the best out of the 911 range!!

[@g.g.9812]

Targa 4 GTS is the best 911 to drive on the street...

[@user-sn1se8kh7z]

I love Porsche. But it seems like no matter how much money you spend on one there’s always more packages.

[@realitykicksin8755]

Moaning about the gauges? This guy has never driven a real 911 with analog gauges? BTW … a GTS should have been without turbos

[@bokkie9005]

Like this chanel great cars good review.

[@crowntextures3002]

Stop comparing it to the Audi R8 - very different cars

[@crashsportwagende]

Nice Porsche Indischred Color

[@joemclaughlin995]

The reason why the word iconic was created.

[@Golfr2020]

For Me? Yes!

[@andrewmarsden1970]

Need a Targa GTS in my life.

[@JBthemanwithcars]

The ride and interior road noise are a surprise. My McLaren 600LT Spider rides so much better and I honestly believe that it is so much quieter inside when on the motorway.

[@TuvingtonD]

How do you find the build quality on your McLaren?

[@JBthemanwithcars]

@@TuvingtonD I once owned a new 570S in 2017. Both cars have been 100% reliable but the 570 suffered from the famous corrosion issue. In between then I owned a 991.2 Turbo, fast but bland, then a new Vantage. Great GT car but not a supercar and a bit lively when pushed hard. I loaned it to JayEmm on Cars for his KZbin review. 600LT Spider is easily the best car I’ve ever driven.

[@ashman0071]

these redundant reviews are getting really boring - you want a regular Carrera with a manual and a tune or them making a Carrera T with the powertrain of the Boxster 4.0 GTS with the 6 speed manual that no-one is buying .....

[@pjay3028]

Well, you can't get a manual gearbox on the regular Carrera, and they won't be putting the 4.0 litre engine in the Carrera T! So maybe the GTS is the one to get after all. Haha

[@Dfm_Sushil]

What a car...😁

[@brianiswrong]

I actually think the £1196 for the 360degree cameras and parking sensors is money well spent. 👍

[@bigmacdaddy1234]

If you take it on a road trip and get an unrepairable flat, you will be staying in a motel room for two days waiting for a new tire to show up. Not even the Porsche dealer keeps them in stock. Been there done that.

[@TuvingtonD]

This is a major concern. Did you ditch your car after that experience?

[@bigmacdaddy1234]

@@TuvingtonD It was my buddy's car and we never took it again on another road trip. We use the Subaru now with a full size spare in the back. Porsche is only good for going around the block. If you get stuck with an unrepairable flat in a remote area on a Saturday night you are so screwed.

[@davidowen2859]

@@bigmacdaddy1234 Not true in the UK. Had to have a tyre replaced on my Panamera 315 x 30 21. Took 2 hours for tyre to arrive.

[@bigmacdaddy1234]

@@davidowen2859 It took two hours because they had the tire in stock and the shop was open. What happens when the tire is not in stock and it's closed? You will be waiting.

[@davidowen2859]

@@bigmacdaddy1234 As I said not the case in the UK. Plenty of tyre companies 24/7. Never had a problem. Had to call out a tyre company for assistance 3 times over past 30 years. I suppose ultimately if it couldn't be sorted the car would be recovered not great but as long as no one dies no worries. Possibly different in US but we are a small country. Hard to be more than 20 miles from a garage.

[@richardwatts6653]

Selling my Gen 1 R8 to buy a Gts 💁🏿‍♂️

[@fredianocappellaro7406]

GRANDE PORSCHE 👍 🇮🇹 👍 🔝🔝🔝

[@Sam-iz3jl]

For Reliable every day driving and best handling sport car always 911

[@ifonly4486]

Word of 2021 : Involved

Which car.

[@moneymaker251]

The Turbo is the best model to get ..

[@nikolauswolff5791]

The GTS is like an animal that gives you everything. Milk. Wool. Egs. It's the signature 911.

[@Luca-um6ev]

Might as well buy a GT3 Touring instead of this one

[@Motsatiah]

good luck ...3-5 year waiting list

[@relativitylaw1102]

My car thank you😅😅

[@sid2vid]

Does Porsche make you car reviewers promise to say “sweet spot” before you can review they GTS?

[@PalladiumEnterprises]

that fingerprint would drive me nuts #IYKYK

[@ianjames3078]

On my local road again! Watch the sheep and horses.

[@darkmatter6714]

Manual Carrera T

[@saileshlimbachia3826]

Carrera s for me all day long

[@RB-xv4si]

Race-Tex, not Tex-Mex…lol, wtf?! 😂

[@JJ_Khailha]

The perfect 911 is the GT4 RS

[@taforth]

…but it’s not a V10 though 🙄!

[@karamellisiertesfallobst8303]

991.2 Carrera T

[@fytilis]

0 to 60???

[@JBOsurf]

How about a manual 992 Carrera...oh wait..Porsche won't let you buy their flagship sports car with a manual gearbox, unless you spend spend spend....as if Porsche isn't profitable enough! Just bring us a manual Carrera you stingy bastards!

[@RandomYogi007]

coope

[@markthoughtswithukrainemas2072]

IF you ever follow behind a New 911 with these silly spoiler on it looks like the rear hatch back is open and any minute something is going to fall out of the back of the car !!!!! when it fully opens ,,,

[@lfbsasas]

I like the big spoiler..

[@markthoughtswithukrainemas2072]

@@lfbsasas What you like the Fixed Aero ones that are fixed or the ones that looks like the rear hatch is open

[@sasarodusek531]

Šta reći nego Porše.

[@barrycrump6189]

Too noisy for me.

[@M5S]

This ☝️