2022 Porsche 911 Carrera (PDK) - POV Review

[@MizushimaNaomiz]

Being a Base model of the 911, it's still very well equipped compared to the more expensive versions, I would love to have one!

[@jkliao6486]

I remember Jason Cammisa once said, porsche should stop building base 911's, because nobody buy's a base 911, even though they are great cars.

[@vipermoon_]

@@jkliao6486 Most new 911s I see are base. Well, not "most" as in more than half, but they are the biggest piece of the pie

[@jkliao6486]

@@vipermoon_ I don't think I'm seeing what you are seeing because there's definitely more S model than the plain base one, and definitely NOT the biggest piece of pie. Even targa S are more common than base 911.

[@vipermoon_]

@@jkliao6486 you may be right. It's what i thought i saw in my xp

[@jkliao6486]

@@vipermoon_ I'd imagine that's something to do with survivorship bias. Given how sought after 911's are, those base model are probably the last taken, and those non-base ones are probably gone before they hit the showroom.

[@beauwasiak8617]

Cannot beat Porsche. They are Kings in all categories of the auto industry

[@MrGtubedude]

Not true at all dude, maybe the sportscar auto industry and up near the top for luxury but not all categories

[@Justin_GFM]

@@MrGtubedude Porsche fanboys are almost as delusional as BMW and Dodge fanboys, I’m curious where they get these opinions from

[@autr3553]

@@MrGtubedude yeah dude porsche totally makes the best off road cars, the best electric cars, the best trucks, the best busses and semi trucks

[@johnfrantz5885]

@@autr3553 You could argue that the Taycan is one of the best electric cars on sale.

[@Mrfix-iz4di]

They are mid at evs

[@tylerbraunz1593]

The base 911 is my dream car, keep your GT3’s and Turbos where you’re at felony speeds within 4 seconds. This is literally the perfect car.

[@FructozeProductions]

I'd rather get a Lexus IS500 F Sport with 472HP 5.0L V8, and half the price of the 911 and won't put me in debt on maintenance

[@canadianaviator]

@@FructozeProductions well you can flex the Porsche logo and get all the ladies

[@FructozeProductions]

@canadian aviator I'm not the type to try to get attention from women who judge and only care if i have an expensive car, would rather get a girl who respects me even if I have a crappy honda or toyota n respects me for being myself and my work instead.

[@zaranski1889]

​@@FructozeProductions It's okay if you want to show that you're broke. Anyone who has money buys a real sports car without worrying about price. Sports cars cannot compare prices, because they are premium cars, Not a compact hatchback

[@FructozeProductions]

@@zaranski1889 ??? Lol what? Not everyone wants or cares about buying a sports car my dude, You can be rich and buy a Corolla or some regular luxury sedan - just because you see a bunch of rich youtubers flexing doesn't mean everyone lives that type of flashy way - plenty of rich people out there staying lowkey with regular cheap cars.

[@ahsanliyakathali8224]

out of alllllll the 911 carrera reviews i saw u r the onlyyyyy one who showed the rear seats thats what i call a perfect review small detail matters

[@DailyStreetASMR]

Hands down the most perfect car ever built.

[@silvandjala3900]

True

[@davidmiletic6647]

You mean the manual version 🙌

[@Panzil]

@@davidmiletic6647 nope, 7 speed😭😭

[@davidmiletic6647]

@@Panzil 6 would be better, yeah

[@ronin120]

This is my goal for when I turn 50. Glad to see a base review. Most are reviewing the S or GTS.

[@Jackorias]

Got to agree. Nice 911 is and always will be a goal. Base model will be achievable and it's nice to see they're still so good. Macan GTS first though...

[@motorconcierge]

I will never stop loving that Porsche chime.

[@RS3NDIT]

IMO the base 911 is the way to go - give me the upgraded audio and sport chrono, and that's all I need - the simplest possible 911 with the stuff I need for daily driving and it's a recipe for pure happiness.

[@Real720]

As someone who currently drives manual, I would absolutely take the PDK over the 7-speed manual version. After having driven the GT3 with a 6 speed, the 7 speed in the Carreras felt underwhelming. Additionally, the PDK simply fits this car better for daily usage anyway.

[@amac8487]

Agree. I love manuals, and most all my sports cars have been manuals. The PDK in these cars is innnnsane. I have PDK on my cayman gts and my 992, and I don’t miss manual at all. I think if I went legit any other car that didn’t have dual clutch, I’d go manual.

[@davidparrishproductions5082]

What a great-looking car! Awesome way to start my Saturday, thank you!

[@Dyer190]

My dream car, youre a lucky man Topher! keep up the good work

[@millercycles]

I just traded my C8 and bought a 2020 base Carrera in Lava Orange and the car is amazing . The 911 is better in every way ( interior comfort, fit and finish , iconic looks and heritage ) . The C8 is a little faster from 0-60, but the stock Carrera with the PDK is close . But that's ok , because how often do I drive at 10/10ths from a stop light ? This is my first Porsche , but definitely not my last .

[@MrHav1k]

Incredible car!! This is what you get once you've made it in life. Fantastic!!

[@MotecM]

Great video and commentary. Your spirited driving style is spot on, very controlled and enjoyable to watch.

[@carfan3762]

The base 992 is obviously well worth while. Plenty of performance, plenty of fun. A shame you can’t get it with the manual box. There is the option of a Carrera T which has more rawness but is less practical. But this is nick-picking. A lovely sports car this base 911.

[@Rodrigoxki]

Perfect way to end my weekend, thank you for this video! Enjoyed it as always. My dream car would be a Turbo S in the spec that you had when to recorded its review, but I’d love to get a Carrera S or even a GTS, if affordable in a few years. It sounds like you’d enjoy one as well too 😉 have a nice week!

[@Zokoych]

Loving the cars you’ve been able to review! Such a sweet ride🔥

[@djSmokeShow]

The shifts are so quick, wow. I also really like your review style, no stupid antics or forced "auto journalist/radio" voice. Thank you. New Sub from me.

[@philiphawkins4684]

For me the Carrera T would be the pick of the bunch, the extra over the base just for the diff would make it worth it.

[@smora6054]

4 years ago I chose the LC 500 over this vehicle, no regrets whatsoever, my lease just ended I'm now getting one of these, I'm just hoping I'm going to love it as much

[@retsilla29]

114,000 base right now, which is basically the same as a max spec before

[@Luna-kw2gk]

I loved the sound system test in this video! I think you should do it in more videos, if it's not to much hassle

[@IM_HALF_OFF]

I like the additional angles you shot, nice touch to the walkaround!

[@van_dutch]

Covered all the goodness! Def seems like the Swiss Army knife of sports cars. Too bad their prices are ridiculous, hopefully things level out here in the next few years.

[@marinoint]

Always love the styling of 911, but I wouldn't buy one without a naturally aspirated engine. Just drove the LC500, that thing's build quality is the best I've ever experience in a car, so I don't think I'll pay more for a turbo-charged 911.

[@haircafekevin]

Your only option is the GT3 then.

[@jacksonlandry4797]

As someone who owns a 992 4S, that door rattle you mentioned happens to me too. It comes from the Bose speaker cover. I’m not sure if it’s *just* with the Bose speaker system or if it’s in conjunction with the standard interior, but it’s quite annoying at low speeds

[@user-360johnn]

150k for a car that rattles?

[@richardkell4888]

I know this sounds crappy but wld a bit of folded card solve the problem?

[@glennhavinoviski8128]

These are always nice cars even in base mode, though I can tell you don't have quite the grip you get with the models that have PTV (not available on the base). The new 2024 base price is $114k, no additional equipment compared to earlier models. I guess the 992.2 will be a 2025 model. Saw a 2020 CPO (fairly basic spec, had premium package, all black with black S wheels) for $125k, other CPO base models had sport exhaust, 18-way seats, premium interior leather, and were well over $135k. Really not much of a difference to get a new one if you can get an allocation. I just got a June allocation for a 911 T with manual (interestingly only had a 4-5 week wait, but I've bought 3 non-911 Porsches from the same SA since 2008), unfortunately it's at the new price, meaning I may forego the PEC ATL delivery and maybe one or two options to keep the car under $130k.

[@netcrashYT]

PEC delivery price increase sucks!

[@egonpax]

These jumps in price sucks! Doesn't mean I don't want one but still

[@un-mol4751]

Man, this is the kinda channel I was looking for!!!, No BS , simply great reviews and drive .✨ Keep it up💯

[@georgeparaskevopoulos6601]

You are filming by far the best videos, buddy! Keep it up!

[@jakubbalog8610]

I just love dark blue on 911s

[@yeman1218]

Made my day 😁 Today i was just watching 911 videos and i Wanted to know more about base 911 and See your Video notification :))))

[@weirdshibainu]

Gotta say for 101k, the squeaks and rattles are a no go

[@Veyronp87]

id spend a little more for the Carrera S - more power yes but also more features, better brakes, suspension, etc. Definitely a dream car! EDIT - since the prices have gone up on 911s im not so sure about the S. its approaching 150k with basic options so the bare bones base car is still a good buy

[@jondoe19896091]

This is the perfect car for a short term lease.

[@yourbigfan1777]

12:09 Boxer 6-PDK jumpscare

[@benjaminkitchen7562]

my next car 🙏

[@jakes5530]

Glad to see a review of a base model. 911s have gotten so fast and powerful that theyre less usable on actual roads. If you take price out of the equation, which would you take this, or an M240?

[@Techinvestor567]

Less usable on US roads. It’s a different story at home in Germany

[@TheTopher]

oh, this for sure

[@jakes5530]

@@TheTopher thanks for the reply, any major reasons why? You seemed in love with the Bimmer when you drove it, and theyre about the same in terms of speed/power

[@rahatchoudhury175]

@@jakes5530 it’s got to be because this is lighter and more engaging, more steering feedback, also RWD

[@andrewrossnagel9433]

The 911 is in another universe when it comes to build quality and handling. If you wanna go fast in a straight line, the B58 powered 240 will be a much better pallet for that.

[@marcosvaldes8910]

Interesting. I just watched this video review and the one for the 718 GTS 4.0 and you were a lot more excited after driving the 718 than the 911. This is additional confirmation proving that the Cayman/Boxster platform is more fun to drive.

[@damienphoenix1843]

This car is beautiful! That engine sound is awesome!

[@melvinantoniohernandezserr6341]

A Porsche its a porsche, if you really like the brand you dont judge people who have this model.... Decades ago when the brand didnt have all this models (GTS, Turbo, Carrera, Targa, Cabriolet) based on the 911, all what matters was the experience driving this beatriful cars.

[@zavialgray]

This is my #1 dream car, mostly people want lambo, or ferrari. but i like simple and Porsche makes that very well, and for a good price. Soon ill be driving one. and i hope Everyone get there dream car :D

[@abdullaharif6455]

I think this would probably my pick if I would buy a new 911. You don't need a Carrera S, the base Carrera is good enough! Power and handling is more than adequate! Not to mention the cheapest of course.

[@haircafekevin]

I like it but I wish Porsche would offer a leather free option on the 911 like they do with the Taycan.

[@Spiderfang-pu2zr]

In the next 20years curious to know how well maintained these cars will be on the road cos that’s when I’ll be able to afford one 😂😂😂😂

[@billnorblat4047]

Highly optioned base. Right on

[@ozanbaskara8841]

Topher, how would you compare this to the GTS 4.0 you had driven? In that video - you mentioned you would make the comparison when you had the chance to drive both. Last question please. PDK vs Manual in the GTS4.0? I was surprised to see you not be a die-hard manual-only fan, and even hinted that you may get it in PDK if you had to get one.

[@dukmahsik]

Just got my 2023 911 T it is sublime to drive

[@abcdLeeXY]

Porsche are superior in performance, design, quality and reliability. The best German brand 💪

[@alexaortiz1697]

Thank you so much for this video :D it shows you enjoyed quite a ride

[@WowzaGuy]

The piano black plastic that came over from Audi is a real eyesore. What was Porsche thinking?

[@MrSchn3ll]

Watching this while configuring my '24 Carrera T and wearing a 3861 Speedy sapphire sandwich...

[@Status-WB]

I really enjoyed this, would love to own this car

[@johnnyparker2128]

Thanks for this review of the base model!

[@stevosd60]

Base car is fast enough for the street. If you get the Michelin tyres it's pretty quiet for a car of this statue. 👍 Excellent.

[@dylanverkler4552]

A+ on the chime!!!

[@merryanne3316]

I plan to buy very soon most likely to fly to Newport Beach to drive her home .

[@isoboy1000]

I still love the sleek 991 body design, the 992 looks bulkier and heavier.

[@motorboy1966]

Great review. Very thorough. 👍

[@cjthagod5431]

I’m devoting my life to try and own a Porsche before 40. Currently 22 wish me luck bois

[@Actionlutz]

Sport response mode is when you discover a BMW is trying to overtake you on the Autobahn.

[@mr.phantom2770]

1st...less goo!!! keep posting bangers like this topher

[@kanderson2164]

Is there a CO2 detector for rear passengers? The rear seats look good for kids, but I don't want them to die

[@kevinmiller9718]

New to the channel and liking the content. In this video are you using the paddle shifters? Couldn’t really tell and figured to ask. Thanks

[@N0AGI]

excellent review - thanks for sharing.

[@joseph40ninjas88]

Dream car!

[@martinzhang5533]

The S seems to be the sweetspot. For the amount of money I would want a bit more power than the base offers

[@snail415]

I think what irritates me is that Porsche knows this…and it ensures they get no less than $140k out of the average 911 buyer. Still a great car, though.

[@robd1859]

You hadn't even showed us the PDK all you've showed us is an automatic with launch control. We won't see it being driven in manual. Not to mention I would like to know what's going to happen if you hold the shifter in period will the engine free rev??? In other words can you make it sound like a manual transmission?? When you hold the right PDK shifter in Will it let the rpms fall if you let off the gas ??? Will it free rev during shifts??

[@hihhuli3914]

A base model, which starts at 185 000€ (~200 000$) here with absolutely no options :D This is the wonderland of car taxation...

[@Chris3141592]

Rear seats are the no.1 USP for not buying a 911 on the grounds they're (a) useless and (b) pointless. 987, 981, 718 for the win.

[@mullen25]

i've loved porsche since my kid self watched tom cruise drive one into lake michigan in risky business.

[@Philmoscowitz]

66 mph around a 25 mph entrance ramp is pretty impressive! Is this an AWD or RWD?

[@AngelValdovinos]

My corolla does 60

[@Addison0526]

@@AngelValdovinos where is the video

[@haircafekevin]

It is RWD.

[@Philmoscowitz]

@@AngelValdovinos - You mean 60 kph?

[@Grasshopper0122]

@@AngelValdovinosStraight line, downhill and on fire !!!

[@esaireyna899]

The start up chime reminds me of one of the songs from Barry White idk which one Can’t get enough of you or never gonna give you up no clue

[@johnwright5716]

I love your videos 👏👏👏

[@alpenjodel24]

The fact that this doesn't have an LSD is just stupid ... at this price point, come on Porsche.

[@glennhavinoviski8128]

They make you get the T version for LSD with base engine and manual transmission. Which I've got on order.

[@aviator-kn8zq]

You literally dont need the RAS , PDCC all the tech goodies fr. Standard Carrera is so capable , heck who needs AWD too

[@ramkap]

excellent videos. nice easy going style of commenting. hope your channel does really well.

[@TheTechCguy]

Beautiful car! Like my old 1994 Mercedes C280 W202 I had like a G long ago!

[@CrossfireGamingNetwork]

Maybe we could get content where we see how usable these are on daily basis like how much does it fit as far as groceries and other items you might buy on during use. Hopefully you see this comment.

[@paulbugoni2846]

Positive-the base model here has Plenty of power for a street car. Negative-build quality isn’t what it used to be. Embarrassing at this price. Verdict- I’d buy a z06 (assuming both the Porsche and Vette were available at MSRP). Given the economy and the introduction of higher end models are the normal Vettes available at or near MSRP?

[@1dazaraza1]

My eyes keep drifting to the speedy

[@seb5945]

If you're looking for 6-cylinder Porsche, would you go for 718 GTS or 992 Carrera for $16K more?

[@philipc239]

That shifter

[@Greygoose3130]

Getting this report of “door rattles” consistently amongst 911 reviewers. That’s really disappointing. Just shouldn’t be the case at this price point (which is not $100k btw- a bit higher….)

[@EyeDoctorJoe]

You can hear it in the video too. Disappointing.

[@bertdom5707]

Cool car. However having paid sticker for my C8 Z51 and a little over half the price of the P car, I struggle to see the value. Do I like the 911, of course…and plan on getting a used older one with stick to have a stick car. Have had Ferrari, Viper, Vettes, Shelby Mustngs, etc.. The C8 for the money does everything very well, and has a amazing ride. the 911 is a very good “car” that is daily useable and you can travel with them., like all Vettes and the C8.

[@ashishsam7356]

Thank You

[@omegapsi847]

How does the non-AWD 911 behave in winter conditions such as coming to a stop on a hill? I once got stuck on a public road with my front wheel drive Golf this way, cause if you come to a complete stop on a snowy hill with front wheel drive, as soon as you try to go again the weight shifts immediately to the rear causing loss of traction at the front. I wonder if this is even problematic at all on the 911 since the weight of the engine in the back supports the drive axle and the snowy hill would be the only critical situation where I live. Or does it not matter and the 911 would only have slightly better performance compared to the fwd on the snowy hill?

[@richardarguello1933]

What are the other “more exciting and faster cars” at that price point?

[@ronin120]

@TheTopher as you have already reviewed the Cayman GTS 4.0 and now the base 992, if you could only pick one, which would it be? This is the dilemma I am in. The 4.0 is great because of the engine and people say that is reason enough to get it over the 911, but the 911 is...well, a 911...even if a base.

[@TheTopher]

I’d rather have the Cayman GTS 4.0, that is a truly special car!

[@ronin120]

@@TheTopher thanks for the reply! I appreciate it. Is there any 911 you would taken over the Cayman? A buddy of mine said it would have to be the 911 GTS or higher. I was rather shocked.

[@hayesalbin4104]

Please review a 992 Carrera s!!

[@RomanticPopPunk]

Hi Topher, would you choose a C8 or Base 911?

[@mauwalker]

It’s a 911. Yes, it’s good. I like Mercedes-AMG better only because I like sport sedans better than sports coupes.

[@williamfisher4251]

Im gonna buy one

[@teenagecarlover1567]

For me, this is the perfect daily driver, while the GT3 is the perfect weekend toy!

[@basedmushroom]

Awesome video! Do you know if it had the double glazed glass option?

[@Grasshopper0122]

Double glazed glass option ? I believe you might be referring to the light weight sound reduction glass option. I would doubt it had this option ONLY because it is simply not well known.

[@Cchichester]

Damn Michigan is depressing, don’t miss my time there

[@kineticU]

I wish I could have a base with an ediff or lsd. My cheap non Porsche BRZ has one…

[@Covee0]

Dream car. If I have 120 grand to spend a car. It’s this

[@firstcalloutfitness]

I have a c4s but I'm still curious about getting a GT3 or Turbo simply because they exist lol... they all squeak and rattle I've learned. But for that badge we'll still buy them.

[@dirkcurritzki9585]

Now can you compare this with Cayman GTS4.0?

[@tedjohnson64]

Creaks and rattles in a $100k+ car that’s only 1 year old is pretty bad. Reminds me of the MD who told me his new $70k Mercedes sun roof creaks, whereas his 15 year old Toyota Corolla’s does not. He’s taken the Mercedes back to the dealer half a dozen times, but the creak comes back each time. The chrono clock on the 911 looks terrible.

[@Jrmint568]

Very random but do you have a review on the Toyota crown coming soon??