Porsche 911 TARGA 4S (991.2). Is this Porsche's HIDDEN GEM?

[@DaveVantage]

The Targa has to be the best looking normal 911.

[@DaveVantage]

@Young Black Conservative GT3RS I would say :-)

[@a.lange.]

And it always was

[@VRSProductionsInc]

This channel is the real hidden gem

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Aw, bless your heart

[@goowatchi]

Completely agreed

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks, Andrew

[@martinofleeds]

Deserves a lot more subs. So far above and beyond the other channels featuring Divs.

[@ashgoodporschetv30]

I like it alot, no videos in underground car parks or petrol stations!!

[@williamk1800]

My favourite non-GT Porsche, it's just so beautiful!

[@richardkennett4086]

This is an old video now, but the value of 991.2 targa’s is going through the roof! Pardon the pun! I have been looking for one, then sell in days and the prices have gone up by £10k in the last two weeks. Watching every KZbin review you can see why. Damen and Jason you are spot on, in your reviews. Every film is a must watch. Keep up the great work! My quest to find the right targa continues... cheers Rich

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks, my friend - good luck in your search

[@bartek1656]

This channel slowly became one of my all-time favourites on KZbin, please never stop uploading guys!

[@rayborg7378]

Its fantastic its a proper Targa once again.Porsche just keeps upping the game with the 911.

[@davidkennedy1077]

Love the face being pulled at 16:21, during the full bore acceleration run haha!!! The perfect example of just how rapid this beast is.

[@713vinh]

Absolutely stunning! Love the fact that they are bringing back the retro targa look on this model.

[@elitegr4n7]

“Get down there you slag!” 😄

[@D992]

Made me chuckle that 🤣

[@sh010272]

As always keep em coming gents. Bloody great!

[@julianadams2206]

As the owner of a (older model) Mercedes AMG with a folding hardtop roof, I definitely relate to your concerns over the long term reliability of the Targa roof mechanism. However whilst it is working it is pure magic!

[@marklawrence9416]

Another great review, both informative and entertaining. Thanks.😀😀😀

[@mqandil]

Great video. I own this car with a manual transmission since June 2016 and happy to report after 20k miles and countless of targa roof use, the wobbly roof is still functioning reliably and as wobbly as ever but is still working after almost 3 yrs. Great car and do prefer it as my daily driver to my 2017 Macan GTS, my 991.2 GT3, 991.2 GT3 RS, 991.2 GT2 RS, And my GT4 and I drive on all weather conditions including heavy snow and of course on track and autocross. Shortly after I got it, I remember shattering the egos of few GT3 991.1 owners as this car beat them both on track and on autocross on standard P zero tires and with a manual transmission. Imagine if this beast wore cup 2 tires like my other GT Porsches... Lovely Lovely car. Only complain the exhausts note. Mark

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Good to hear, Mark

[@michaeldyer6304]

Talk about a dream garage,if you're telling the truth. You are a very fortunate individual... Good for you!🙏

[@colonelcol8595]

Great video guys! Keep up the good work👍

[@petedavis8701]

Always my first watch on a Saturday morning, well done again guys

[@campwalosi4256]

Saw a detail I was unaware of at 10:25...an air deflector just above the windshield/windscreen. Talk about parts that can and will go wrong! These guys are great and think it's time to hit subscribe...

[@TheIantonna]

this channel deserves much more subs

[@michaelmacefield4974]

I went for a test drive on the strength of this review and ended up buying a yellow 991.2 Targa 4S about 6 months ago. It really is a lovely car. Great video and great channel.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Wow, awesome ! Send us a pic 👍

[@andremelo_82]

great vídeo guys , as usual, keep them coming , greetings from Portugal

[@dx13dox]

Simply breath taking. What a piece of beautiful machinery, elegant wow I'm in love !

[@wherearetheavacados6356]

991.2 is the best looking gen of 911s imo Every 911(of 991.2)from the turbo s to the Gt2rs look absolutely stunning !

[@wherearetheavacados6356]

Curtis Upperman Carrera GT will always be my favourite Porsche too! The Gt3 in a pastel gray spec is second Gt2rs for its sheer speed Tubo s Now coming to non street legal Porsches 919 evo Lmp1 car 911 rsr 2018 What about you are there any other brands that you like ?

[@wherearetheavacados6356]

Curtis Upperman I’m also a big fan of modified Porsches like Singer,rwb and ruf

[@wherearetheavacados6356]

Curtis Upperman you 2 man ....been a long time since I met a like minded petrolhead on KZbin ,do you have an Instagram or Twitter ?

[@wherearetheavacados6356]

Curtis Upperman I’m not a fan of recent Ferraris tbh the 488, 812(specially from the front those headlights look hideous!) plus they all lack in performance when you compare them to their competitors like Lamborghini and Mclaren and of course Porsche The modern Ferraris I like are F12(still the most beautiful modern Gt car) ,La Ferrari, 360 challenge ,430 scud and ofc 458 and 488 pista maybe And ofc I’m a big fan of f50,f40 enzo and 250 gto you know the classic Ferraris But at the end of the day it’s lambo for me

[@wherearetheavacados6356]

Curtis Upperman I agree the 812 sounds amazing and I bet it would be great fun sliding around on track and burnouts .....sad to see we won’t see v12 Ferraris or any v12s for that matter anymore in the future..then these KZbin videos will remind us the drama and emotion of these glorious v12s when everything has gone electric ⚡️ I remember someone saying that ,”Car guys are just nerds who though PC building and comic books weren’t an expensive enough hobby “lol

[@louisfkoorts5590]

A pleasurable drive, shared. A dream car and the bantering... 👌🏻 Thanks.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@Dan-wq8id]

Nice one guys, thanks

[@stephenwolstenholme4451]

Love your Porsche content so much .... 1 year in to owning a Porsche and want to keep it forever.

[@padraigg9508]

Absolutely great video lads. You too are still making the best content on youtube. I loved it!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulw5822]

Great review, very comprehensive and a fair summary. Tks.

[@julianadams2206]

I love the Targa. Your comment about the possible longevity of the roof mechanism really struck a cord with me as I have a 14 year old Mercedes AMG with the folding metal roof and I dread the day it stops working😬

[@davidd4531]

Huge leap forward in cinematography in this video. The first minutes contain very good visual work. The overlap of the roof diagram and the real one opening was outstanding. Back to the car, I would have a coupe to be fair, but I reckon that the Targa looks much nicer than the cabriolet and has way more personality.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Your channel just gets better! Your funny, I’ve learnt something , car is cracking , I got a nice watch shot. The car has an analog clock!!! I never knew the old targa had a plastic removable back screen, Vintage is great! Thanks as always I’m now always looking forward to your Friday uploads

[@nickhird466]

Great videos guys, enjoy your vlogs, more please!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

More?

[@nickhird466]

@@TheCarGuysTV for sure! More of the crack, more regular vlogs!

[@FitraHomestead]

I am not easily amused especially as am getting older, but u two give me a right laugh, especially the taller guy. Love ur videos, even my wife watches em and she don't even like cars.

[@mightyjoe3849]

Targa is still the best looking 911 ever!

[@antonygriffiths6764]

Another great real world review. Thanks guys.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

You’re most welcome, Antony

[@alfarojulio-araujo8374]

Great honest review of an splendid piece of automotive art.

[@idrivearttabletennis]

Enjoyed the video. Loved the car.

[@robertfix3043]

Awesome review !!!

[@Variateeeeee]

Best duo since morecome and wise. When I watch one of these posts it takes me back to the eighties. Half expect my old man to come through the door with the fish and chips bought with luncheon vouchers. There is a metal Mickey era about this channel and it works. Keep going Lads. Big Fan.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Er , thanks

[@alexissermbezis7965]

As usual a fantastic video!! I really like the Targa. Beautiful design 😎

[@michaelrobinson5592]

Very good video 👍👍👍

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thank you

[@stefanosassi]

you are so good guys 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@auchen888dolly8]

Car guys you are brilliant . Superb machine a great review thanks

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@richardjones2620]

Brilliant video again chaps. I’m still not a Targa convert, but I respect them a bit more now. Turbo S Coupe every time!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Nice one, Rich

[@geofo60]

Excellent video gentlemen, you are great 👍🏻

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks as always, Geof

[@Thafurnace]

You guys are great. Please keep the awesome content going.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thank you

[@teosam1578]

Well done Guys!

[@davonpointer2310]

‘Get down there you slag’ 😂😂😂😂

[@shaughnmcgurk9380]

Targa, henceforth known as the Jay Kay Hat Top. Super good fun. The throwback wheels are a true delight. Cheers, chaps.

[@davidjack3]

Really informative video,thoroughly enjoyed it

[@RogerBaileyOnCars]

Yes the Targa is the coolest car in Porsches line up, but I would say that wouldn't I 😊 great video once again guys

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Phew, so we pass the Bailey test?

[@RogerBaileyOnCars]

TheCarGuys.TV yes you may one day even qualify to join my team 😂

[@domd8589]

hello roger bailey

[@paultaylor701]

Love that transition when you moved from the tech drawing to real life. Class.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks, Paul - you are the first to comment on that - it makes the effort worthwhile when people notice the detail 👍

[@savegan4005]

yeah ,spot on guys good video. well edited and shot. love the car.

[@alanwayte1688]

Excellent as always chaps....

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Cheers, Alan

[@jorgejefferson8251]

I'am digging the Targa. would love to see it in black with those wheels.

[@davidkennedy1077]

Love the channel gents!!! It's so refreshing to have the presenters of a car show be decent normal blokes. I haven't once felt the urge to punch either of you in the face, the same thing certainly isnt true with Clarkson (and his cronies) and several KZbinrs. Very personable presenters and a great real life car review, done on our not so great UK roads. The highest of compliments I'd say haha!!! I thought your JK and Tiff impersonations were pretty good!!!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks, David. You are officially awesome

[@paulkippax4530]

Two great mates reviewing amazing cars. Lots of laughs and so insightful. Top channel guys..

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Paul Kippax Thanks, Paul

[@marcnobel3938]

Beautiful car ... but still can`t get over you selling the F40. First thing I was thinking about when the Video popped up in my notifications. Will need a few weeks to get over it :-D - Your 1985 Versions looks also delicious.

[@scottcowan2127]

after having owned a Mk1 Elise in the past.. there is a certain charm in having to put a roof up manually and getting slightly wet in the process.. Beautiful car though (C4S Targa) and a great review as always!

[@steffydog]

Cheers guys.

[@rubeclayton8233]

EXCELLENT VIDEO.!!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Cheers

[@sotirzguri6826]

What year was your 911 C4S Targa? I watched your KZbin video and I have a 2018 911 Targa 4S and it does not have headlight washers while your model had them. I know mine was made for the U. S. market but the elimination of such an iconic item was disappointing because I previously owned a 1984 911 Targa and it had this feature. Also, your concern about the functioning of the roof may be of concern, but I am not worried about it as an owner. My dealer tried to get me to upgrade to a GTS but I chose to keep it simple since I was not intending to race the car and there are only certain areas where one can open this car up and I have felt that the 4S has plenty of power in those instances. Thanks for the review, and by the way, I have tired the LAUNCH CONTROL but not the instant acceleration from the center button. I will try it on my next trip later this month.

[@andrewstorm8240]

Sound is excellent

[@dylanh1978]

Delighted to see a proper Targa video, don't see many on these. Love the look of the Targa, I'd have one.

[@petervallis8059]

Just a brilliant and entertaining road test on a beautiful 911, well done Guys👍

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thank you, Peter - much appreciated

[@thedatroxde]

Love this type of video, love Porsche

[@gausslobatto749]

This is the car review that I expect from a Brit. Really enjoying it!

[@ghowells5433]

Best review on you tube by the way, quality.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thank you very much, Gareth - glad you’re tuning in and enjoying it

[@aviator-kn8zq]

Great video guys ! Keep the 911 reviews coming, a GTS perhaps?

[@TheCarGuysTV]

How about a 992?

[@badbeatking80]

Spot on about the top. I actually like the 718 Spyder's top mechanism. You do it yourself! Less can go wrong when it's a manual top.

[@cabbys]

Well done gents. The overall length of a 991.1 compared even to a 2004 Carrera 4S is very similar. A significant difference is in the length of the wheel base and this is what I believe makes the 991.1 models feel more un-Porsche-like. I believe what improves the sensation is more lower -end torque via the turbos in the 991.2 models. Great channel.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks, Cabby

[@mqandil]

Update: Hi guys... I am happy to report that my 2017 targa 4S was traded last month for new 992 targa 4S after 4.5 yrs of ownership and 25K miles and been through hundreds of autocross and track events. the roof back piece although is wobbly and looks awkward during operation, held up very well without any problems. Probably opened and closed the roof about +100 times a year and still no issues. The new car roof still looks awkward during operation but I am not too concerned. Mark

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Awesome, congratulations 👍

[@paulvsmith]

"Roof off, what do you think about rigidity?" Yes, I'm definitely getting it.

[@KarmaticEvolution]

3:49 How could a Targa be faster than the coupe and convertible weighing more than those two?

[@Afroninjaa1458]

Andrew S great engineering 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@KarmaticEvolution]

AfroninjaGAMES They have the same engine, heavier is slower all other things being equal.

[@Afroninjaa1458]

Andrew S what I’m saying is they had to have done something to make that possible, if the cars were exactly the same it wouldn’t be possible

[@TheBishop12]

A regular fixed roof car is metal all around and the roof part probably has electronics going through it for luxuries and extra materials for sound proofing. A convertible actually puts the most weight on a car the folding soft top frame being the culprit. The Targa roof mechanism looks really thin probably used of lightweight metals. Idk if it is but the targa top is probably fiberglass and not metal

[@jc41f]

Didn’t they say it’s lower than the other 911? Maybe that can achieve better acceleration?

[@derekfinnegan734]

Love the Targa. Was hoping you’d show the roof movement. It’s a joy to see.

[@robbie50302]

Don't worry, you can check the same roof movement out on the Mazda MX5 RF review. :)

[@ervinflores9825]

You guys are cool ❄️ Subscribed

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Welcome aboard, Ervin

[@TheGuerillapatriot]

gorgeous, I loathe the asthetics of late model Porsche. This 911 is gorgeous.

[@Cryptoletsgo1]

No need for the overtake button! Sheer brilliance 👌🏼💪🏻👍🏻

[@ubonrat8653]

Great video guys still prefer traditional coupe maybe with sunroof

[@D992]

As ever chaps as superb video. I attended OPC Wilmslow last night for the launch of the new 911. What a piece of design and engineering that is! Possible review of it coming up???? 😁👍🏼

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Hi Dibbs - yes we will be getting one in the next month

[@skylerssupercarlife348]

You guys are great

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks

[@jialiu7886]

This channel is so enjoyable

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thank you

[@sjackson3043]

Been waiting all day for this video! :-)

[@davidblair2874]

Always loved the Targa. Forgot the turbo, I’d have the previous NA model 😎

[@Tracertme]

Loving the humour guys.... :-) and you made some very interesting points about the model... I particularly liked your red example.....

[@alexcummings8282]

It's funny seeing my local area, Bournemouth and Poole, in a popular KZbin channel. Keep up the good work!

[@monty6545]

Great review guy's, that car looks da bollox !

[@swiper1818]

If you are using a lot of the steering wheel do you bang your fingers on the mode actuator? Looks like an unusual design oversight by Porsche...?

[@Dudemania3000]

Great vid as usual, thanks. Yes that retractable glass roof does look a bit worrying for long term ownership.

[@petervansa2477]

Like nice glimpse over Seiko; and actually I like you do it in every review. Well done. Would you daily Targa GTS?

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Yes, you'd easily daily a Targa GTS

[@Dance1617]

I think the targa 4s is the best looking Porsche in a long time. Even if I could afford either. I'd prefer the targa over the turbo.

[@TTT-1961.]

i just bought a 2017 in Night Blue in lieu of buying the more $$ and more complicated 2025 Targa GTS. i think this is the best looking 911, better than the 992 and certainly better than 992.2.

[@ghowells5433]

Very tempted to part ex my 991.1 GTS for a Targa 991.2 GTS in Black.

[@johns5493]

Nice review guys When I was after my sub £13k Porsche I had a look at a 996 Targa with a broken roof, I soon changed my mind when the bill to fix it was going to be over £7,000! I'll stick to my Cayman S thanks 😊

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Lucky escape

[@johns5493]

@@TheCarGuysTV yes indeed it was, it also pushed me into my Cayman so double lucky! 😀

[@rupertvega-rice4724]

I'd love a Turbo Targa. Porsche made a handful of those of the 930 and I think it's a really attractive combination.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Yes that would be awesome - and how about a slantnose? But if you think the C4S is blowy...

[@neilkasher]

I really enjoyed this video, would love to see a turbo s review, keep up the great work guys!

[@grahamtctravels8380]

Great video, think my favourite 911. Never thought about the roof, probably right so I think before buying would check out cost to repair. But great chemistry guys. Right amount of information in entertaining way. Shame one of you looks a bit like Mike Ca§hley won’t hold that against you.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

If ever there was a reason to go on a diet... 😂

[@fastlapper_456]

Just two lads talking Porsches, love it 👍🏼

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Good stuff - glad you enjoyed it

[@joedirt8625]

There just so big now. My slim 996 is smaller then the new Miata now. Thanks Guys.

[@NeyJ]

may I ask what the relationship is between Damian and Jason? and are the cars co owned between them?

[@nightwing09x]

You guys are awesome.

[@q60sredsport74]

Cool feature!