The Best 911 To Buy On Paper? Porsche 911 GTS Review | 991.1

Thanks for watching this review on the Porsche 911 GTS 991.1
There’s something about GTS which makes is stand out from the crowd, on paper it will look like the most sensible 911 you can buy. And sits in the middle between the Carrera S and GT3 (in terms of drivetrain) but the GTS gets a lot of goodies that are standard when compared to the Carrera S (plus more power too)
Many thanks to Alex for the opportunity to film this incredible car, be sure to like and subscribe! See you next time!

[@radioeye1]

The best 911 period. The 991.1 GTS has it all. No engine issues like the GT3 of same era. No turbos. The sweet sound of NA. Collectible car you can drive. Life is short. Enjoy it.

[@jamieorton6809]

Better than a gen 2 GT3? Personally can’t agree there.

[@zakhaines8530]

991.2 GT3 Touring would have my vote

[@iandonnalucy]

I’ve had mine since 2015. The NA engine is amazing and the reason I’ve still got it. Enjoyed the review 👌

[@DrivenPlus]

Hi Ian, thank you for your comment! Glad you enjoyed the review and it speaks volumes if you’ve still got it since 2015! Great cars

[@rm6510]

I’ve had 992 GTS TURBO S and GT3s and I had 3 different 991.1 GTS. Best sounding carerra ever made and overall best 911 for everyday use. Sounds great still drive like new cars and a time where Porsche were peak. Sadly they are now all numb and all have the same issue TurboS always had. Unless you get a GT3 but they are not really drivable like a 991.1 GTS. Great review and agreed

[@cei1973]

Spot on review, I bought one and everything you said is bang on. Anyone thinking of buying one don’t hold back you won’t be disappointed 👍

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks for your comment! Really enjoyed my time behind the wheel

[@user-xw6zb2yp1v]

I drive the 2015 GTS 991.1 w/ the manual. I drive it joyfully (not a garage queen) and agree with this review. There are cars that are faster and more track-fit, but none within my reach that are more subjectively wonderful for the driven road. Superlative.

[@Birmingham_racing]

The sound is always my favourite thing about a Porsche

[@carlosalvarez4641]

Totally, oh that sound 😊. And also, the beauty of simplicity, it is an absolutely stunning car, yet, the lines of a Porsche 911 are so simple.

[@DrivenPlus]

Totally agree, flat 6 sound is amazing

[@radioeye1]

To my ears the GTS sounds better than the GT3. Forgive me GT3 fans. As it’s been said before the former sounds more soulful and the latter more frenetic.

[@deecoopsau]

I have a 991.1 4S Cabriolet. But it has the more powerful GTS engine (Powerkit X51 option). It’s such a great sounding engine, with a perfect chassis/power combination. The variable tuned induction ports the GTS engine has sound better than just about anything around. And it’s comfortable on all road surfaces. Such a confidence inspiring car to drive, I smile ear to ear every time I drive it.

[@DrivenPlus]

Nice! Cabriolet sounds such a nice option with the GTS engine! Perfect sports car for sure

[@benjamingries7527]

Got exactly the same car but an akrapovic exhaust. It just sounds insane 😂

[@jlo6388]

I waited for a car like this: 911, NA flat 6. By the time I looked, my budget increased, so I got a 991.2 gt3. But this gen gts is the sweet spot

[@DrivenPlus]

Totally right!

[@Richjtj]

GTS's is meant to be driven but sadly its falling into an investment car. Price of a 997 GTS is similar to a 991 turbo, make that make sense. 911's are like Pokemon cards for golfers.

[@AMcTavish1]

I can assure you this one gets driven!!! 👍🏻

[@DrivenPlus]

997 GTS was the first so I can understand that. But the 991 deserves to be driven

[@heatstreak]

You are doing a good job and keep doing what you do 👍

[@DrivenPlus]

Thank you I really appreciate it and definitely more to come as usual 🙌

[@huntychunks]

One of the great 911's.

[@BD911-c3r]

991.1 GTS is the best 911, no question about it. Porsche will not top this series.

[@DrivenPlus]

991.1 is great, I do like the 991.2 as well 👌

[@tj_sway]

This car looks and sounds great🔥 I bet it sounds better in person, definitely will have to look out for one of these in the market💯

[@DrivenPlus]

100%, epic cars

[@VK6AB-]

Excellent car, great engine and sound.

[@TheFairz]

You didn't mention that the GTS is a widebody Carrera 👍🏼 They are awesome cars and with an aftermarket exhaust they sound nuts! 😀

[@DrivenPlus]

You’re completely right, i remembered this after the video! Thanks for pointing out and thank you for your comment 😁

[@deecoopsau]

Yes, the wide body of the GTS (and the 4 and 4S) looks so much better than the narrow body. Even has a wider track and wider tyres.

[@foodsillustrated]

Had 991.1 C2S so I can relate. May have to go and find one of these.

[@noshism]

Amazing car, amazing owner, amazing review.

[@DrivenPlus]

You flirt

[@lukeagostini5487]

991.1 GTS torque is 440Nm, 991.2 GTS torque is 550Nm

[@JustinTipton]

And at lower RPMs. Love this car, but second gear needs more torque! First is too short and clunky on your favorite back road.

[@chippy7466]

My dad just picked me up in one of these, I thought it was rented. What a treat 😂

[@ft7039]

my fav gen!!!

[@DrivenPlus]

I agree

[@dirkpalmer1067]

Don't think you can go wrong with the last of anything Porsche makes (NA).

[@DrivenPlus]

100%

[@cervelo9465]

Quality. Top Quality.

[@DrivenPlus]

Thank you!

[@jonathanaddo2692]

Peak usable 911. Best 911 daily. Ever.

[@midasman1768]

I had one of the these in black, was fantastic but not quite as good as my previous 997 Turbo. Great review.

[@DrivenPlus]

Nice! Turbo’s are great

[@user-oo8ec2gb4u]

Great review as usual best around

[@DrivenPlus]

Wow! Thank you! 🙌

[@911scales]

Great Review, well done!

[@DrivenPlus]

Thank you!

[@DavidGalindo-m7m]

Another benefit you didn't mention is that the GTS has the wide body and wider rear tires compared to Carrera S, along with the aerokit front bumper and side mirrors

[@Duncan94]

If I could justify a 991 it would easily be my choice, personally not a fan of the 992 rear lights. I'm also a sucker for a 997.

[@Richard--99]

You just earned a subscriber, nice work

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks Riccardo, appreciate it 🙌

[@cervelo9465]

Subscribed.

[@mrmysteron3590]

I cannot disagree with any part of your review apart from a personal preference to 'With rear axle steer' makes the car feel the bit more nimble on country B roads and a more exciting drive. If you're an A road or motorway king makes no difference.

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks! And note taken regarding rear steer

[@derekho-jo6uk]

Fantastic bit of kit for 70k

[@DrivenPlus]

Absolutely

[@j.d.4681]

It's a great car without a doubt, what's the point of having one without a manual transmission?

[@DrivenPlus]

I would agree if the auto box wasn’t the best. But the PDK is a very nice automatic transmission. So I can see why people would opt for that. But yes this car would be awesome with the manual transmission

[@deecoopsau]

The PDK is faster everywhere than the manual is. And it’s an absolute joy to drive the PDK.

[@j.d.4681]

@@deecoopsau No way, I have a manual and have heard how special the PDK was so I drove my buddy's GTS and was VERY unimpressed. When slowing down in 5 mph hr traffic the car was still 5th gear and clunked along - terrible for regular driving. No, thank you. At at higher speeds, my manual is much more exhilarating to drive. Sorry.

[@j.d.4681]

@@deecoopsau Pulling out of traffic in 5th gear is no fun. Control the action and the thrill with a manual!

[@jasonmjonesuk]

Totally agree - so this or the M4 CS then? 😉

[@DrivenPlus]

Ooooo hard choice!! Gotta love a Porsche and would be a really good step up from the cs

[@WanderingFriar]

You can buy the M4 but I assure you, in 2-3 years, maybe even before... You will be back to this question.

[@deecoopsau]

Completely different car and dynamics. Someone driving an M4 wouldn’t say which way the Porsche went on some good twisty roads.

[@WanderingFriar]

@@deecoopsauHave you driven a Porsche 911 before?

[@jordipi7652]

The best 911 to buy, is the basic 911.

[@DrivenPlus]

There is no wrong 911 to buy

[@Jay-xr3sb]

The best porsche to by is the boxster/cayman. I have a 981 S, mid engined, smaller like the older 911 and more fun to drive. Of course, it has a flat 6 and bullet proof engine, the sound is better than the 991.1 and the exhaust and engine isnt in the back, rather right behind your seat.

[@Valay.]

What color is it?

[@AMcTavish1]

Agate Grey

[@Valay.]

@@AMcTavish1 its pretty similar to anthracite brown right?

[@AMcTavish1]

In certain lights for sure it can look almost brown. It changes quite dramatically depending on what the sun is doing

[@Hu_Mi]

Hi bro✌🏻

[@DrivenPlus]

Hey!

[@wurf5336]

sheep didnt give a fck xD

[@Think-For-Yourself-Man]

Not maybe. NEVER have a high maintenance girlfriend! 😅

[@DrivenPlus]

🤣🤣

[@jackson5068]

718 GTS 4.0 is a better car than this. Updated interior, more torque, lighter, mid-engine.

[@DrivenPlus]

Reviewing one of these soon actually…

[@danhall5761]

Id just buy a 992 Turbo S

[@DrivenPlus]

If money was no object then yes

[@AnIndianAbroad]

4:44 Sad to hear the sexism in 2024 - you are “gooder” than that Max/D+ 🤒

[@DrivenPlus]

Seems that we have a different perspective of sexism. Sorry you took it the wrong way

[@carlosalvarez4641]

Common… just enjoy the video.😏

[@riggs1590]

Why do people read so much into things? Just enjoy the video and stop looking for attention.

[@deecoopsau]

Go away. No one cares about your Wokism.

[@wurf5336]

Porsche is overrated

[@Richard--99]

Brilliant review, keep it up

[@DrivenPlus]

Thanks!