Porsche 911 S/T Track Test - The Perfect 911?

[@TopGear]

Name your perfect 911?

[@godfreychipomukonde4402]

Turbo s

[@kevin-l7r7p]

Beetle

[@skyn2643]

997 gt3 3.6L

[@juizymanyxd_vii]

Lizard Green 991.2 GT3 RS

[@skyn2643]

@@juizymanyxd_vii valid

[@dan3162]

Leave it to Porsche to develop such a car and then price it were most can’t afford it and those who can won’t drive it

[@Michael-yz4mc]

What do you expect

[@zpudumjee]

Cause it would suck at 30k

[@benjaminwiner6220]

@@zpudumjeeit would be reasonable at $100,000-$150,000

[@porscherain]

@@benjaminwiner6220in 2004

[@gerhardma4687]

@@benjaminwiner6220 I always ask myself how the idiots/giant experts can know how Porsche calculates its cars. None of you know how much development work (= costs) has gone into the car, what the specially adapted parts for such small series cost and what marketing and sales cost. If you can't afford such cars, accept it and don't moan about prices you don't understand. It's as simple as that.

[@youngkingyoungking1481]

Id take this over a gt3rs any day of the week dont care what yall say

[@ALMX5DP]

I agree for 6 out of the 7 days a week.

[@F1ll1nTh3Blanks]

Manual, NA. Why not.

[@alim7502]

How about a regular GT3?

[@shaikymandel7593]

You gotta have the wing though, I would rather have the manual GT3

[@chrisgilkes1687]

I’d have this one too - maybe a different colour though 😂

[@jacksteele1]

I love Ollie’s reviews

[@MohammadHasan-tu2rw]

I remember when clarkson said on the show that S/T means sanitary towels. 😂

[@reset1101]

I live in Navarra, I hope you liked it and had a good time here Ollie. A fantastic video as always

[@michaelpoeller8111]

Would you know which road it is he was on.

[@reset1101]

@@michaelpoeller8111 Im pretty sure its the NA-137

[@michaelpoeller8111]

@@reset1101 thanks mate. Will have a look at it next year

[@TheCmason13]

What country was this video shot in, Spain? What an amazing racing facility/surrounding roads!

[@nacho3959]

@@TheCmason13yes Spain

[@cestusfr]

I love the old 356 style tachometer. Probably my favorite thing in the driver seat!

[@teamwipe4210]

When Ollie said - “This is it!”, I felt that. This generation of Porsche has converted me.

[@Aeroswine1776]

Autotempest has one for sale 2024 911 S/T $720,900

[@DevKumar-bi2ld]

I wonder if it will sell lol

[@Evinrudeeee]

I don’t like the color

[@Aeroswine1776]

@@Evinrudeeee I really don't like the badge on the left rear

[@narrowistheway77]

I know the dealer who has that car, and he was originally trying to get $1 million for it. So far Porsche hasn’t actually sold all the S/T allocations though, and that’s actually their own fault for making the buyers commit to a one year lease before they’re allowed to buy it. Anyways, from what I understand no one is willing to go past $450k for the car as of yet, otherwise they can just option one for themselves and commit to the year long lease

[@mikemartin3204]

Ouch

[@benjaminwiner6220]

Here are some alternatives that don’t require you to be a sultan or the ceo of boeing 😂: - Ferrari 360/430/458 - Porsche 718 Cayman/Boxster 4.0 - used Porsche 911s or caymans (2000-2015) - Honda NSX - Lotus Elise/Exige - Chevrolet Corvette (C5-C8) - Honda S2000 - Honda Civic Type R - Mazda Miata - Ford Mustang GT - Chevrolet Camaro SS - Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 - Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing - Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing - Nissan GT-R - Nissan 350Z/370Z - Toyota Supra - BMW M2 - BMW M4 - older bmw’s (1990-2003)

[@ZenJuddhism]

eww, no FWD cars thanks

[@aon_coaching]

I have a Steeda Mustang GT (manual) & a F82 M4 (DCT) & you’re spot on! Tons of fun but GT3 Porsche is goals some day lol

[@thomasg2488]

Ferrari 458 despite being almost 20 years old, still, is top of the list

[@jeanlambrechts2102]

Alfa Giulia Quadrifoglio

[@r6scrubs126]

Comparing a 350Z to this is pure insanity lol

[@streamnoremorse]

Best car video. Better than "one lap and repair me so called track or sport cars". I think driving experience in this car is incredible.

[@CLaFong]

Unlike most other car magazine KZbin channels Top Gear really knows how to pick presenters and edit videos. The BBC has a lot of experience producing great reality TV shows.

[@muthukumaranc]

Simply the best modern 911.

[@lloydgriffiths1847]

Mat watsons video comparing this with a GT3RS over a road trip in the UK, with his racing driver friend is VERY revealing

[@MidLoafCrisis]

Do they drive in their keks?

[@cagataysucu439]

Perfect 911 (at least in the context of modern models) still remains 911R for me.

[@853massey]

Absolutely.

[@leviathan19]

isnt this a new 911r?

[@cagataysucu439]

@@leviathan19 you could say that, at least in terms of what purpose both cars serve. But I just love the look of 911R more along with GT3RS motor and stick shift.

[@sanchit8097]

@@cagataysucu439This also has Gt3rs engine and manual transmission

[@cagataysucu439]

@@sanchit8097 i know it has, that's why i said they serve the same purpose. I just prefer the looks of 911R

[@vindevhunta4905]

Gt3 is my favorite.. End of the day 911s are legendary

[@muthukumaranc]

Amazing film. Fantastic location.

[@B9_S4]

The colour looks gorgeous

[@harryspeakup8452]

It's absolutely lovely, and a brilliant technical achievement. But such a massive boat. On UK roads I'd much rather drive a much narrower and cheaper 997.2 Carrera (nearly a foot narrower!) , and have the benefits of compactness and carefree motoring, being able to park it anywhere, not having to worry about dinging something the price of a house in Yorkshire or destroying a fortune in depreciation for every mile that goes on the clock. Then on track, yes, for those who want to do that sort of thing, a GT3 of some variety

[@Kofi.86]

The colour is sick

[@Angry_Squirrel555]

No, it makes you sick. 😂

[@Dragonson575]

The B-roll and colour of this video is really good.

[@Woopy11]

Ruby star red and Matt black wheels, ❤

[@Gramjimoto]

These on-car camera shots on the track are soo good

[@DrewsTurbo]

I think I’d go for a pair of 911’s. This for the fun of driving and a Turbo S as the all-conquering machine I’ve wanted since I was in kindergarten.

[@jonahshill7084]

Been a very long time since I’ve enjoyed a tg review. This one broke that streak

[@TheSlowoldman]

Best looking 992 I've seen (especially the front). Still a fan of the 911R or GT3 Touring mainly because I can't stand that Porsche did away with the analog gauges.

[@randallross3036]

Awesome car!! Also, I didn’t know you could drive like this! Pleasant surprise 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@iProHydro]

Geez, I’m in love with the 911 so much

[@lunoky5473]

It has a amazing sound

[@petertempest1845]

It is a brilliant thing. But if you have the chance to do a Porsche driving experience at Silverstone you will find almost any 911 in the right hands is an absolute eye opener. Far more brutal than you imagined. So look at this amazing version but don’t think you will be short changed with a Carrera.

[@antonyhaase918]

What a lovely review. Love the car ❤

[@GoksCarLounge]

Think the S/T is going to age beautifully From a visceral driving experience POV

[@MotorsportShortsMedia]

amazing cinematography.

[@mcximus]

It costs as much as a small house in California.

[@urbanstrencan]

Analog Porsche at its finest, with great video make test vs Porsche 911 R :)

[@eliseon8573]

My Perfect Porsche 911 BODY: 992 Porsche 911 GT3R Rennsport, Jaegermeister Orange livery, PORSCHE lettering in the rear in a gold colour, roof transport system preparation DRIVETRAIN: 992 Porsche Turbo S with BRABUS 800hp+ TUNE twin turbo + Porsche turbo hybrid system, mated with a Light-Speed-Transmission [by Koenigsegg] that functions like a manual transmission [so basically the car is both a manual & automatic]; titanium race-grade exhaust system WHEELS: 911 S/T wheels in Aurum, black brake callipers, carbon ceramic brakes [PCCB] with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R INTERIOR: Extra-padded bucket seats with black leather & alcantara interior and houndstooth pattern in the centre, rear seat delete, roll-cage in a satin finish hyper silver colour; lightweight glass, noise cancellation delete, dashboard and other interior components in carbon fibre but the trim must be covered in thinned leather & other carbon fibre components hyrdodipped to look as if its brushed aluminium; infotainment delete; ioniser, aluminium foot pedals, physical dials on the instrument cluster in a black casing with white lettering & green lights Lifestyle options: Lift system, Power steering Plus, lane change assist, LIGHTS: Tinted HD-Matrix LED Main Headlights [DRL computerised to be Yellow/White upon choice of a button]; Exclusive Design Taillights

[@youngkingyoungking1481]

@@eliseon8573 bro is onto something

[@AndyA1234]

Turbo S for the weekend, but for my daily, just a standard 911 S. Front axle lift (necessary), don't get keyless entry (insurance is much higher) but can't wait for the new hybrid 911.

[@GeorgeT370]

And the legend lives on...

[@henrikwolter5624]

A Porsche like this is my dream car 💜 I hope I will be lucky to drive one someday 🙏

[@theskinnycarguy]

I'm happy to see that top gear has found its feet again. This sort of presenting is brilliant. PS. If I had to choose it would be the 997 GT3 RS

[@iDopeD9]

I'll have one, soon! Save the Manuals!!

[@TheApurv300]

nice color

[@SteYoung]

For your average car punter looking for 911. The T will you give 8 10ths of the S/T & you can daily it too. The right spec T would be just as enjoyable along those roads!

[@luislopesmetrology3144]

Honestly, it feels great, dances beautifully, seems perfect. Except the looks. I love 911s, but they are getting too big, and the back is now ugly. You also now barely can see outside your side window. No matter how it is to drive and sound, at this point and price, it needs to feel and look good. Those air intakes are horrible. The touring makes it less on your face. From this gen, I would either get a Dakar, a full blown gt3rs (at least is honest at being a race car for the road) or a Targa ( yes I know, worst to drive, but best to look at). Please porsche, next model, go get designers from Alfa Romeo, they'll do great with a 911

[@gerhardma4687]

You already know that good or bad looks are always in the eye of the beholder and that you can't and shouldn't argue about taste. Others may like what you don't like just as much. But to then complain so eloquently about Prosche's design decisions is just silly. Don't you buy a car mainly because you like it? If you don't like the S/T, then just leave it alone and stop complaining. This statement interests Porsche as much as when a wild boar scratches an oak tree in Turkmenistan.

[@luislopesmetrology3144]

@gerhardma4687 I wasn't really expecting even for Porsche to read it, much less follow whatever advice I have for them. And yes, of course, where one sees ugliness, others see beauty. But have you ever rode in a small sports car where you feel involved, instead of overwhelmed? Not to mention that this huge size also means more weight, more tyre pressure, more loads (and in theory more safety, I'll give them that). For me, it is just not appealing anymore. I'm expressing my feelings on the Web, that's it, my opinion. If you don't like it, drop it too.

[@sneeuwballa]

@@luislopesmetrology3144 You're 100 pct on the money. I don't understand why people want to defend a company (whose only objective is to make money) over enthousiasts that actually know why these cars used to be liked (lightness and feel). I wonder whether they made their cars bloat because the customers have grown in size too, or whether its for safety reasons.

[@luislopesmetrology3144]

@@sneeuwballa that is also a possibility! Many things are marketing. People think carbon doors are always lighter than aluminium, and i can assure you that in two very sporty cars, that is exactly the opposite. Yet marketing demands carbon! I don't have any questions regarding how efficient these cars are, but I would love to see the real good bits of this tech in the size of cars of the 90s. Would be mad

[@lesbusa]

To me it’s hard to call it an ultimate anything without the double wishbone front end. That should be the differentiator between the 911 lines. Top track car, double wishbone front end. Top GT, double wishbone front end. Top road car, double wishbone front end.

[@Onyok.Bentot]

I think Jethro’s spent an inordinate amount of time in America, and as a consequence has lost the atypical polite Brit demeanor 😂 Nevertheless, I still thoroughly enjoy watching feature content from Jethro and Henry Catchpole (Hagerty), who both possess preternatural mastery of driving dynamics, an excellent comprehension of engineering, and notably, they avoid the excessive hyperbole often found in other automotive journalists and “influencers.” BBC: more content from Jethro please. Thank you!

[@joshuabarrett7486]

I think it’s quite lovely! Yet there are some other 911 I would love to acquire first! 🇩🇪

[@palomahombre9208]

The best! Don't like the spec on that car but it's a beauty

[@NgoziJoyOlawoyin]

Love the color❤

[@shyguyy92]

The new GTS although a lot less of a purist car gets you pretty close aesthetically, especially from the rear for a fraction of the price ;)

[@Scuderia_Ferrante]

Great review! Sadly, true enthusiasts won’t be able to afford. Why can’t they make a pure barebones basic version of this? From California with envy.

[@phorllaofficial]

Love it to Porsche to develop such a car and then price it were most can’t afford it and those who can won’t drive it

[@JWL-UK]

The best road car for the money has got to be the manual transmission V6 Jaguar F-type. It's an amazing driver's car.

[@hyperlemongt4890]

I wonder what it would take to get the GT3 touring to similar levels of excitement. A lower final drive and a single mass flywheel - maybe £10k, then some really nice dampers - £15k, then magnesium wheel - £15k, some carbon bodywork - £10k? With GT3s at £160k used and these at £450k, it may make sense to build your own

[@gabrielbarcellos1036]

A Porsche precisa colocar o intake da GT4RS no GT3, aquela coisa suga o ronco pra dentro da cabine é perfeito

[@_IMNNO]

This was filmed over a year ago?

[@mikelyon5595]

For the money, I'd still have the 911 Turbo S! The S/T sounds better!

[@theraildynasty_]

Its the best version of 911 ever made!

[@MrFornicater]

And you only need to buy 4 Taycans and 3 EV Macans to go on a list

[@BDM4972]

Where’s William Woollard, Tony Mason and Chris Goffey. Give the guys a renaissance? They deserve it👍👍👍🤞🤞🤞

[@2URLex]

Rubystone is literally the best color.

[@farishanafiah8461]

I'd say the 911 S/T is a track-focused version of the GT3 Touring, in the same way that the GT3 RS is the track-focused version of the GT3.

[@ravirajyaguru6849]

I've got an ST too, Focus ST.

[@thismanagain]

As perfect as a car can be. I don't care how expensive it is, if I have the money, I'd want one.

[@Andrew-vx2ls]

The good points with Porsche are the kaizen, the constant improvement of the parts. But since say 964/993, only the parts are getting better, not the car: they are obese. This car could not be driven fast on roads intended for rallies! The best car in the range deserves much more attention: the Cayman. Can we have a Cayman S/T, under 1000kg, Mr Preuninger ?

[@The_Kengine]

Only thing that could make this any better is James, Jermey, or Hammond

[@GrooveTasticThang]

Thanks Ollie for this ‘scientific experiment’ and proving ti don’t need 4ws on a car with relatively short wheel base or super stiff suspension- stock careers T manual is probably enough

[@VuyoRadebe-f6x]

Manual gearbox😊... that put a smile on my poker face.

[@jedgarren2901]

Every driver who has reviewed this model Porsche has raved about it,all of them,to a person. This,the Club Sport,any Porche with the Weissach package,these are cars people want to drive but Porsche puts them out of reach for most of us.

[@kuhmilch]

"Hey man, what do u think of my car?" - "Fruity and delicious."

[@Virvum_Juggernaut]

It’s simply an ever-so-slightly upgraded version of the 992 GT3 Touring. Porsche’s penchant for saturating their premier 911 model lineup with various incarnations of essentially the same car (becoming more expensive with each release) is nothing more than a shameless money grab. Giving the S/T more power does a disservice to 992 GT3 owners. Edit : That puce-like paint job is vomitous at best.

[@911aircooled5]

Owned many 911 and driven more. Daily would have to be 993C2S. Track 997GT3RS4.0, but haven't driven the S/T.....yet.

[@RichardCalder67]

I cannot imagine wanting that car and not getting the numbered livery.

[@garyjohnson3751]

What does it mean

[@lochanr3549]

the shot at 8:28 is 📈📈📈

[@YourMajestyTheKing]

13 mins away from driving my Porsche to the pool. Watching this makes me think of the Torque Vectoring on my car.

[@copypasta1517]

6:41 RICH experience indeed

[@robertgatell]

Així si, els cotxes són per conduir-los, no per fer fotos i parlar del seu disseny, tancats en un garatge. Bona feina.

[@Aeroswine1776]

911 Dakar with a 9FF tune

[@antmarquis87]

So, buy a touring, get a short shifter and a lighten flywheel and you are good to go.

[@billymays7210]

The (almost) perfect 911, yes. Volume & price are the only variables keeping it from perfection.

[@PatrickHenry-t1s]

Porsche is such a racket. There should be only 4 models, 911 Base with crank windows no options, 911 premium/carerra 4s, the ST, and the GT 3rs.

[@R03333]

What about the Turbos?

[@PatrickHenry-t1s]

@@R03333 sure throw Turbo S in there no need for a base turbo

Porsche and Ferrari = racket = spot on

[@PatrickHenry-t1s]

I'm talking about having to play mickey mouse game buying 10 cars to have the "privilege" to maybe get an allocation for a not that special, artificially rare model

[@gerhardma4687]

What parallel universe are you living in that you want to dictate to Porsche how they conduct their product policy? Somehow you just seem desperate to me that you can't afford a Porsche. Special series or diversifications of models exist with butter and bread cars and so also with sports cars. Just be happy for those who can afford such a car and ultimately get it even if it is limited.... which the S/T is not.

[@Porsche311]

Tracked my S/T earliest this month, it’s just so good. Oddly I told everyone it’s just so fun, the lack of aero made it so playful as it moved around but was completely manageable. Plus, the motor comes alive over 7k. What a machine

[@db8556]

I would even accept one in Ruby Star Neo.

[@_que]

If one can find a GT3 or Touring, slap on the damper tune, and be done with it. But even getting that allocation is a struggle. Buy used in 5 to 10 years if prices dont go thru the roof....

[@EnzoNotFerrari21]

This costs the same as a 296 gtb 😭

[@charlescook2089]

GT3 touring. i like his shirt.

[@ec6678]

I wonder if Porsche will get to rev pass 9k for the next GT3 as we’re starting to see RPM wars like T50 or Temerario

[@phorllaofficial]

amazing

[@toyotacorollaaltis8613]

I think I’ve found myself in the wrong top gear

[@GhostHunter9137]

They have to give us a 992 speedster

[@TheGreekCarGeek]

@@GhostHunter9137 they will, at the end of 992.2 run, right before 994

[@hbullock]

Spyder RS for me, all day every day. Drive one, and you’ll see (hear) why.

[@TheDroneOperator.]

"Flat six yes plase" down a straight? 🤣🤣

[@DailyLifestyle6465]

Nice car I love convertibles

[@juanok5542]

Hi, I’m from Spain and proud owner of a 987 S Boxster. What are the roads that you are driving in through Navarra?

[@kabelotshita4510]

I'm lost but why Haven't you guys done the review for the new mercedes GT at all .Maybe even review its ultimate vartion SE performance

[@ec6678]

Put the duck tail from the 911 classic on the ST

[@thedudeabides1443]

If you want to obtain one of these, break out the butter, grab your ankles and spread your cheeks!

[@jmckmedia6377]

The fact of the matter is, most of us with an opinion on any of these cars won't get the chance to drive them, let alone see them. Though, through these incredibly well done short films (and as someone so invested in the interest of cinematography, motorsports and automotives as a whole) I can be content living vicariously through them. I can HEAR the passion, I can SEE the love and I can FEEL the marvel of it all together. I went a bit deep there. Carry on!

[@ruisaraiva551]

Perfection what else to say.