They should make separate "Touring" trim, like GT or Turbo. But I feel like 992 is the last petrol only 911, so something like this could be in the pipeline.
I just did a 2200 mile road trip in my 997.1 Carrera S. It was a good road trip car. I can only image how much better this one would be at it. Targas are my favorite. One day I may be able to move up to a newer one.
But how does this Porsche compare to the fact that Hector is going to be running three Honda civics with spoon engines, and on top of that, he just went into Harry’s and bought three t66 turbos with nos, and a motec exhaust system.
Perfect 911: GT3 engine and transmission, targa body but with a manual roof for weight saving (in the end it is just a piece of roof, no need to lift a big chunk of glass and metal) carrera s levels of daily usefulness and maybe even optional 4wd for the ones living in colder climates
The rear defroster could be PTO/FTO coated glass or film in a laminated window. It’s basically just a layer of thinly deposited conductive material that is essentially transparent but still acts effectively as a resistance heater.
agreed. ive always been curious though..why porsche does not offer an all brown(for example seats, doors, s wheel and a few details) colour as one of their base interior options. it have probably have cost them a lot of sales imo
I can’t believe how quick they are... gave my 09 Eurocharged C63 a good run but i walked it. What a car though great daily. Wish i had the funds envy is big
I bet the defroster lines are there but they're just tiny. Someone at Porsche FINALLY figured out that you can put the same defrosting mechanism that Ford uses in front windows since at least 90s if not earlier.
7:00 The Targa 4S should have red brakes, because it is an S. There is an option to get the calipers painted black. I'd be willing to bet this car had that option.
These things are FAST my eurocharged c63 did destroy a coupe 4s yesterday from a roll as the driver was on my ass and wanted to play. We did it again from a green light and i can’t believe with TC on c63 was even from a dead roll lol. I let him have the merge as he wasnt letting up. I saw the price of his car after i got home and inwould have been mad too
I just built a nice 992 TT for $189,750. This car is too much money for a bunch of stickers, gold emblems, and an exclusive interior! A regular Targa 4S is still a gorgeous car and much better value
Pretty cool, but a "normal" Targa 4S starts at $138k, and with a few key options about $150k. So a lot less than this. Regardless if I was buying I'd just get a 997 CS
The 991.1 would even allow you to get touring seats in the GT3RS if you optioned it. It makes it easier on road trips but I can't imagine anyone doing it.
@@jalenad11 not enough to make the difference in enjoyment I will get from the GT3. Both are cool cars but I care about driving more then Making money.
More like an homage to Rube Goldberg, than the rudimental and original open air 911 model Targas---can't imagine buying superfluous over-engineering over a Cabriolet...
@@TheSmokingTire - I suppose, but the least comfortable of the non-GT 911s is still more of a tourer than they’ve ever been, right? To each his own but buy a panamera or macan if you want a long haul sled. Good video in any event (as usual). Perhaps I’m just grumpy that I don’t have $194k disposable lying around to spend differently. Damn those kids and their need for an education.
@@bavariancarenthusiast2722 I agree, way less classic looking. But at my payrate, the Porsche is not attainable. So the Vette checks the boxes and if you havent driven one...its an amazing GT car as well.
I mean, Great video BUT I will never ever understand People with great limited edition cars and Not clean and ruin paint. No excuse please, do the job or pay someone.
These fucking youtubers will sell and advertise anything...now you almost have to expect them to be selling out or selling you something, while trying to legitimize it all, as if it's not just what it is... Low key creepy dystopia trends...
I always loved Targas. They are a beautiful and rare sighting amongst all the coupes and cabs that I see on the regular.
I miss t tops too
Facts. Seeing a Targa in the wild is always special.
In my opinion the perfect Porsche would be a GT3 Touring with the body of a Targa. I love the look, but I need the 4.0.
They should make separate "Touring" trim, like GT or Turbo. But I feel like 992 is the last petrol only 911, so something like this could be in the pipeline.
So basically something like the Speedster! Which I would agree with if it wasn't crazy expensive
No... you dont need the 4.0. You'd wrap it around a tree.
Agreed. A GT3 Touring Targa would be the best amalgamation.
You’re on to something man
"this is the luxury focused one".
Yup, I like it.
And I overachieved watching this. Yay
Absolutely the pick of the range.
Such a stunner.
Great interview with your dad the other day, Matt... inspirational... He could easily do speaking gigs for corporations and schools.
Where is this interview?
Latest TST podcast episode
@@rated89 On the TST Podcast channel
I just did a 2200 mile road trip in my 997.1 Carrera S. It was a good road trip car. I can only image how much better this one would be at it. Targas are my favorite. One day I may be able to move up to a newer one.
Just a note: You can't get the white brakes in a 911, only the standard or PCCB.
Also you can paint any of the brakes black. . . If this is a Targa 4S it doesn’t have the base black brakes.
@@sarowanes2928 correct .. it has the upgraded S calipers as standard
The 991.2 GT3 Touring my absolute favorite car in the world and I dream of owning one some day.
Came here for the Porsche content. Left completely fulfilled. Keep up the great work, Matt!
I'm a huge fan of The Sessions. So cool to see Christian branching out and enjoying an amazing car.
I do love a Targa. It's like having a huge sunroof.
is it me or is Matt's mic clipping during the intro ads?
not just you
It's clipping hard. Sounds awful :/
LOL that porsche downshift sound effect your buddy made at the end is hilarious
Christian is absolutely one of my favorite people in the TSTVerse
But how does this Porsche compare to the fact that Hector is going to be running three Honda civics with spoon engines, and on top of that, he just went into Harry’s and bought three t66 turbos with nos, and a motec exhaust system.
💀😂🤣
Dead. Lmao
Never gets old
Love the Porsche content and especially the review of this heritage model always nice to see your take on things!
Excellent pairing the two of you, would love to see it again.
The 992 Targa is one of the best looking cars you can get these days with its perfect mix of classic and modern design.
Perfect 911: GT3 engine and transmission, targa body but with a manual roof for weight saving (in the end it is just a piece of roof, no need to lift a big chunk of glass and metal) carrera s levels of daily usefulness and maybe even optional 4wd for the ones living in colder climates
The rear defroster could be PTO/FTO coated glass or film in a laminated window. It’s basically just a layer of thinly deposited conductive material that is essentially transparent but still acts effectively as a resistance heater.
That car is so gorgeous it makes me twitch. BUT like a Bordeaux, This car needs to age to truly appreciate.
I've always loved a Targa 911, not a fan of red, but that one looks great just take off the stickers, Rj in Oz
I love the way these look.
I just saw one today , and i had not had a clue that is limited, very cool number of units
that interior is just to die for!
agreed. ive always been curious though..why porsche does not offer an all brown(for example seats, doors, s wheel and a few details) colour as one of their base interior options. it have probably have cost them a lot of sales imo
Loved the video, and I really like the looks of the Targa. There is one Porsche that I'd love to see you drive and that is the 718 Boxster GTS 4.0.
I can’t believe how quick they are... gave my 09 Eurocharged C63 a good run but i walked it. What a car though great daily. Wish i had the funds envy is big
Seatbelt is twisted at the top?
I bet the defroster lines are there but they're just tiny. Someone at Porsche FINALLY figured out that you can put the same defrosting mechanism that Ford uses in front windows since at least 90s if not earlier.
My first (and only) Porsche experience was also a GT3. 991.1 with the 3.8L tho. Would love to give the 4.0 a go
Great review as always, some car! Loved it.
Oh this is a great two take. Love the other guys perspective.
“Dick punch magic”
Love the targa. I thought you said at the beginning it had a glass roof? Definitely not glass.
Will you review the c8 now that you can get one past the break in period??? I want to see you drive it hard in the mountains!!!
Can you get this in a GTS? Probably my dream daily.
I love 911s. What can I say? 🤷♂️
Prices will be twenty percent more on these cars when it’s offered
"Dick Punch Magic" was the name of my Steely Dan tribute band.
7:00 The Targa 4S should have red brakes, because it is an S. There is an option to get the calipers painted black. I'd be willing to bet this car had that option.
Yee Haw!!!!
These things are FAST my eurocharged c63 did destroy a coupe 4s yesterday from a roll as the driver was on my ass and wanted to play. We did it again from a green light and i can’t believe with TC on c63 was even from a dead roll lol. I let him have the merge as he wasnt letting up. I saw the price of his car after i got home and inwould have been mad too
are they not making any of the 992 ones in manual??
The cupholder in this car first debuted on the 918.
But would you pick this over a Turbo S Cabriolet??
Gimme a Turbo S Targa. . .
European cars are still at the top of the food chain.
European cars have been the best for last 130 years
Does this car have Sport PASM? Is it available on the Heritage Edition, but not on regular Targas?
I just built a nice 992 TT for $189,750. This car is too much money for a bunch of stickers, gold emblems, and an exclusive interior! A regular Targa 4S is still a gorgeous car and much better value
Pretty cool, but a "normal" Targa 4S starts at $138k, and with a few key options about $150k. So a lot less than this. Regardless if I was buying I'd just get a 997 CS
what about the GT3 Touring as the ultimate "touring" 911?
The 991.1 would even allow you to get touring seats in the GT3RS if you optioned it. It makes it easier on road trips but I can't imagine anyone doing it.
Beautiful 🤩
Is that dude from Canada because the only people I ever see wear Bass Pro Shops hats are Canadian? 😂
I am not even joking.
omg two matts on this video
Matt, was that... A Pearl Jam reference?
Had one at Porsche of Huntsville. Loved the paint, did not like the dash...too red.
I’m a big corvette guy but my lifetime goal is to one day own a Porsche
Same mate. Good luck in getting yours
C'mon, it's worth $194k just for the corduroy!
I want to daily a 996/997 targa.
I would get the GT3 over this since it's the heritage and I can get some good opinions. The Targa is a great car though
This car will increase in value while the GT3 will only maintain value for a while.
@@jalenad11 not enough to make the difference in enjoyment I will get from the GT3. Both are cool cars but I care about driving more then Making money.
@@eichler721 For what you can get above what you paid, you can likely get a new GT3 at 40% off.
@@jalenad11 I don't know right now the market is crazy on car prices. Maybe in 6 months you can.
Those big old white circles detract so much from the look of this car imo
For $194k we could also buy a corvette, truck, trailer, boat, yeti 120, and some silver bullet.
Wow.. we've gotten to two whole minutes of ads I need to immediately skip past.
More like an homage to Rube Goldberg, than the rudimental and original open air 911 model Targas---can't imagine buying superfluous over-engineering over a Cabriolet...
Only $194K for the Targa? Jerry Seinfeld can find that under the cushions of his couch.
Thought he had a twin for a sec
I’m sure that this is a good car to drive - but how much more might one enjoy a 500lb lighter 911?
I mean, like we say in the video, it depends on the task.
@@TheSmokingTire - I suppose, but the least comfortable of the non-GT 911s is still more of a tourer than they’ve ever been, right? To each his own but buy a panamera or macan if you want a long haul sled.
Good video in any event (as usual). Perhaps I’m just grumpy that I don’t have $194k disposable lying around to spend differently. Damn those kids and their need for an education.
Moob alarm, please, dear friend, it's diet time!!!
A lot of money for what amounts to an appearance package
I’m more than happy to start balding. I wear a hat 24/7 anyways
I wish this was available in a RWD config. But I'm poor so it's irrelevant lol
I'd rather have the 50th Anniversary Edition 991...
🙏❤
Truly disgusting how many ads these days.
What the fuck Matt? You know why us Porsche people watch.
We're gonna need more christian on a regular basis
👍
I did it but man is that overpriced.
🧑🏾💻im here, in 6th gear
Awesome, but Ill keep the C8...Targa for half the price
the C8 is a great Sports-car - good choice! Different category though.
@@bavariancarenthusiast2722 I agree, way less classic looking. But at my payrate, the Porsche is not attainable. So the Vette checks the boxes and if you havent driven one...its an amazing GT car as well.
@@shaunlunney7551 A friend of mine hat a yellow C7 and got now a C8 didn't drive one yet unfortunately !
No T-top ..... No flat bottom steering wheel .....
146,000 Dollars
1st!!!
Well done, good handle btw
Nobody can put fire on porsche brakes - c‘mon u csn do better than this - porsche knows brakes and is known for it WW
Yet another over-priced Porsche. BFD
Who cares who’s first? Big deal....
nice hoddie
God that exterior looks tacky, and the package probably costs a fortune to boot.
Only $194,000 😬
Squirt the torque 🤣
I mean, Great video BUT I will never ever understand
People with great limited edition cars and
Not clean and ruin paint. No excuse please, do the job or pay someone.
I could absolutely set the brakes on fire. Horseshit
Beautiful looking money pit.
911s are very reliable
Not really - if you have the right 911 the prices are going up - and they are really reliable, it's in-fact the opposite of a money pit.
I'd love a light weight track focused Targa. say a GT3 Targa
Hey folks did you know the L is silent in the word “folks”?
It’s supposed to be pronounced FOKES!!!
Bass pro shop hat....switched off instantly.
Please, CJH, ditch the Bass Pro Shop hat. It’s not what you think it is (racist / misogynist)
First!,!!!, awesome car btw
I snuck in ... muhahaaaa. Almost lost it because my keyboard BT had disconnected/.
These fucking youtubers will sell and advertise anything...now you almost have to expect them to be selling out or selling you something, while trying to legitimize it all, as if it's not just what it is...
Low key creepy dystopia trends...
Who got the vaccine?
The ugly edition IMO