Porsche 911 Carrera S real-world review. Is the new 992 the best 911 of all?

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  • The 992 version of Porsche 911 was launched in 2019. with 450bhp from it's twin-turbo 3.0 engine, it's very quick but is it easy to live with and still a true 911? Find out here.
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  • @dankfrenkvisser5977
    @dankfrenkvisser5977 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1095

    I think nobody likes to be called 'old', but from the perspective of a 22 year old (me), Harry (even though I don't know his exact age) is definitely among that category. For me getting old has always been one of my greatest fears. Growing up, everyone has always been telling me that your youth is the best and most enjoyable part of your life and that things are really only destined to go downhill from here. But when I see this lovely chap talking about cars and ragging sports cars and motorcycles about and visibly enjoying it, those worries always tend to slip away. If I can could age like him I'd sign up for it immediately. Keep it up Harry, You're the true David Attenborough of the automotive world.

    • @andyhedges5705
      @andyhedges5705 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      There's only one alternative to getting old.

    • @anyexpat
      @anyexpat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +90

      Getting old is privilege that not everyone gets to enjoy, my two best mates died within 4 months aged 29 and 37, I would have loved to see them getting old..

    • @DrPittenstein
      @DrPittenstein 4 ปีที่แล้ว +78

      Harry isn't old in my book. But 22 is definitely too old to be wearing a cap backwards Dank!

    • @dankfrenkvisser5977
      @dankfrenkvisser5977 4 ปีที่แล้ว +84

      @@DrPittenstein says the guy with the eye-mask😂

    • @nSpiraliArchitectb
      @nSpiraliArchitectb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I understand the fear of getting old, felt the same way around your age. Now I'm coming up on 30 and my perspective has changed pretty dramatically compared to where I was at 22. Life has a subtle way of easing you into age and the idea of getting even older, as long as you don't become neurotic about it. The people who seem "oldest" are those who try and cling to past youth and/or become jaded with age. Avoid those pitfalls and you'll be just fine.

  • @rajjy1976
    @rajjy1976 4 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    The famous Porsche press car. Seen this number plate on loads of different channels. Nice colour exterior, interior and wheels.

    • @alfonsodriver1324
      @alfonsodriver1324 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes Harry, I like your sum up of this 911. It's rather like all (recent) 911's. You spend a lot of money, but you wonder if you've bought the correct one! You said this during your Project 8 review. I agree Harry - the best 911... is a Project 8. Great video for us car-nuts - as always. Many thanks.

    • @PixelVogue
      @PixelVogue 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol i saw it on carwow earlier

    • @woodrow_mayes
      @woodrow_mayes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Smith and sniff?

    • @rajjy1976
      @rajjy1976 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Woodrow Mayes Yup 😄 I’m watching Harry’s review now. He also just referenced the finger pinching door handles that Richard did.

  • @SkysaxonDragonslayer
    @SkysaxonDragonslayer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    My experience with the 911 dates back to the late 70ties when I was a kid.
    Parents of a friend of mine had an early chrome bumper Targa which was their only car. It’s done the daily driver work, carried us (my friend and me on the backseats) with a foldable caravan and a small sailing boat to holidays in Italy and was used on Porsche Club trackdays at the Nürburgring...
    They bought the car new and kept it for over 40years and only sold it, because the prices for the early models raised so much that the car was to precious for daily use - now they own a Cayman...
    I wonder if a new 911 could do the same job as your one and only car for your entire life...

    • @samharper5881
      @samharper5881 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Seventyties

    • @gck82s
      @gck82s 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My experience with the 911's dates back to the late 70's as well a 78 Carrera in metallic green followed by a black on black 79 930 turbo dads toys stayed a year or two and went but I am pissed about 930 I loved that car.

    • @mikeincognito
      @mikeincognito 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      SkysaxonDragonslayer for one thing, the new 911 cannot tow a trailer. For the others only time will tell.

    • @jd-py5nm
      @jd-py5nm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      gonna show my wife this post to justify a purchase :)

    • @nateisright
      @nateisright 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I don’t think so for several reasons. First, sadly, ICEs days are numbered. Plug-in hybrid Cayenne, electric Taycan, and then . . . Second, these cars are an order of magnitude more complicated than a 1970s air cooled Porsche. They must have a lot of features like backup cameras because of regulations. The speed of innovation hasn’t leveled off, rather we’ve begun debating seriously the ethics of autonomous car programming. Maybe you could go for ten years, but in 20 years you won’t want to be in this one.
      Except the door releases, those will still be going fine!

  • @user-od9iz9cv1w
    @user-od9iz9cv1w 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    My favorite car reviewer. Experience, enthusiasm and common sense. Harry tells it like it is. Thanks Harry

  • @mopsnuf
    @mopsnuf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    From driving a 991 I can attest that in this great package of an experience, the gearbox is probably what amazed and surprised me most. I've never been close to thinking any auto box shifted better than I could in any other car, and the Porsche made it clear within ten minutes. Seats, seating position and the engine sounds were also great. Amazing seeing a company refining a concept for this long. Still isn't perfect, but oh so very good.

  • @sweetfreedomGB
    @sweetfreedomGB 4 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    Awful road noise, very clearly noticeable on the audio, was even tiring watching the video let alone actually driving the thing! Too much R&D on tracks and smooth roads. What a superbly honest review again.

    • @yetidh9
      @yetidh9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Yep. Absolutely massive, wide, low profile tyres can't help with road noise..

    • @carlitoxb110
      @carlitoxb110 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      well it's a sport car not a family sedan, the car sounds gorgeous

    • @rudolphguarnacci197
      @rudolphguarnacci197 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, turn it off

    • @sweetfreedomGB
      @sweetfreedomGB 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@carlitoxb110 ah yes that old thing...look engine noise is great, road noise is not

    • @Chrissy-H
      @Chrissy-H 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Can hear the bangs and crashes coming through on the audio. Forgivable maybe in an Elise or some other weekend car, but on a daily basis It would be intolerable. It’s also far too big. Anybody who buys one of these to daily drive In the UK needs their head testing.

  • @newmotoring
    @newmotoring 4 ปีที่แล้ว +303

    Never thought I’d hear Harry say “chunkier arse” 😂

    • @allow6389
      @allow6389 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thought I'd misheard but no, ta

    • @bresley85
      @bresley85 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      My thoughts exactly, It's like hearing your dad say "look at the tits on that"

    • @graemewilson1400
      @graemewilson1400 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hahaha me too! So unexpected but down to earth. He really is a treasure.

    • @julianevans9548
      @julianevans9548 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'll forgive the arse, but I can't forgive the amount of dull grey plastic Porsche put on the front and back - don't know how they're getting away with that.

    • @julianevans9548
      @julianevans9548 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Oh, and the fad of preposterously sized wheels - whilst I'm complaining - why not have 25"?

  • @pvl4600
    @pvl4600 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Whenever I think "englishman" this kind of person comes into mind. What a gentleman! This is the kind of people that made your contry so great.👍

  • @davidruddick3346
    @davidruddick3346 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Harry I love your videos,no silly comments just to create controversy or playing to the "fans"
    Just simple,informative, loving cars stuff like road tests should be,keep it up👍

    • @bmorris5863
      @bmorris5863 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Straight shooter

  • @audioisgood
    @audioisgood 4 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    “You can be going very quickly... very quickly.”

    • @freepadz6241
      @freepadz6241 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Good old second derivative

    • @johnmorris3584
      @johnmorris3584 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@freepadz6241 Physics teacher alert.

  • @minstralmurry7128
    @minstralmurry7128 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Harry another lovely, honest, genuine enthusiast’s view. I watch them over and over as there is so much detail in your words. Wonderful, long may they continue.

  • @rudolphguarnacci197
    @rudolphguarnacci197 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the most excited I've ever seen Harry. He's always enthusiastic with every review but he's absolutely tongue-tied here. Love it.

  • @arhimede360
    @arhimede360 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Harry makes every car look so nice! There is some touch of magic when he's describing them!

  • @crisholmurb007
    @crisholmurb007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks for yet another spot on review - really enjoy your channel!

  • @robertosmith1
    @robertosmith1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    No gaping mouth thumbnail, no cartoonish drifting... And we're left with a great car review.
    That level of noise would be a deal breaker for me.

    • @yamabushi170
      @yamabushi170 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      "No gaping mouth thumbnail". Future archeologists are going to despair of their ancestors lol.

  • @alchapman1052
    @alchapman1052 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Always a treat to watch a review by Harry, good sound and honest.

  • @TheMdog8
    @TheMdog8 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Always makes me smile when I see Harry driving on the same roads I've enjoyed - it really is excellent for driving around there.

  • @robholloway5935
    @robholloway5935 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Harry uploads I click, another quality review, well sdone Harry 😎

  • @robinpratt1541
    @robinpratt1541 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent review as always! Love the insights and comparative observations. Please keep them coming Harry.

  • @DrPittenstein
    @DrPittenstein 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    First balanced Porsche review I've seen in years! Shame such a thing is so rare these days.

  • @becharja
    @becharja 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Excellent review, especially on the dB road noise. Very interesting!

  • @raymondg6823
    @raymondg6823 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Harry, vastly better and more informative than any so called professional motoring journalist. Thank you for all your videos

    • @joshuarosen6242
      @joshuarosen6242 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Harry is a so called professional motoring journalist. He used to run (and own) Evo magazine and has contributed widely elsewhere. He is definitely one of the best so called professional motoring journalists though.

    • @93455Driver
      @93455Driver 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Raymond G Many great journalists, think the problem is the plethora of "influencers" posing as journalists. There are some really good channels that produce great content, but there also influencers who get press cars, produce a video lacking accurate, meaningful, and interesting information. Too many channels, too little time, triaging what to watch and what not to watch becomes a skill set. Harry though never disappoints and I sometimes watch Harry videos of cars I have little interest in.......not (yet) watched a farming video though!

  • @andyfaizey
    @andyfaizey 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got to say I found your channel through lockdown and it was at times a bit of a life saver. But one of the things I love is the sheer joy on the face of your grandson when you strap him in - he just absolutely reminds us all of the fun of driving a fast car; doesn't matter what age you are, young or old, the sheer joy is right there to see. You must be thrilled to have him on board with you😊

  • @pdalia
    @pdalia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a great review! Proper info for the driver / consumer . 100% accurate about the PDK in auto , last year drove a GT3 in Miami Speedway and first thing the instructor told me was “ use the auto , the car knows Better how to pass the gears than you “ . Flawless

  • @alfonsodriver1324
    @alfonsodriver1324 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    GREAT video - as always. Yes, very much looking forward to Harry's third video and conclusion of the Trilogy he said he would get out in the new year - about PHEV's vs EV's - starting with the Range Rover 400e, then i-Pace, then the conclusion. We look forward to the enthusiastic, experienced Harry's sensible content on this subject - especially as its just been announced that even "hybrids" will not be on sale from 2035, or whenever...! Good stuff. Many thanks Harry.

  • @yetidh9
    @yetidh9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Finally some modern Porsche content! Great stuff! I always wondered what that little plastic arm thingy on the battery cover is for. Now I know. Thanks!

  • @taforth
    @taforth 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great detailed review! Lots of details I hadn’t seen before, even though I have watched many other reviews on it. Thanks 👍

  • @Charezon
    @Charezon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The thing which stands out about your videos is the sound quality - I love being able to hear you speak clearly, but then also able to hear the musical sound of that 992 engine. Thank you sir! So jealous of your cars :-)

  • @virtious8
    @virtious8 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've got an older Carrera S but the noise issue is similar. It's just very sensitive to road surface, on smooth tarmac it's fine, but if you are on a stretch of rough concrete motorway you can barely hear the music and it feels like the trim pieces are going to shake and fall off. The Carreras are supposed to be the soft versions too!

  • @MoultrieGeek
    @MoultrieGeek 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow, two new Harry's Garage videos in the same week. Life is indeed good.

  • @JeraCravoMyself
    @JeraCravoMyself 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I truly enjoy Harry's reviews!!!!! One of the best in this busy, ever!

  • @David-kg5dk
    @David-kg5dk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really respect your honesty, keep up the good work Harry!

  • @pineman10
    @pineman10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Am i the only one who taps ‘like’ before even watching the video? Harrys Garage....best car channel on you tube👍

  • @jimmybob3756
    @jimmybob3756 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    You will never go wrong with a 911. ❤

  • @joefattal7592
    @joefattal7592 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This Gen 911 is stunning in every way, lovely review as always.

  • @ksteak27
    @ksteak27 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think Harry must be doing ok on YT because I watch every last second of all of his videos. A proper gentleman. Great content.

  • @ianmitchell9102
    @ianmitchell9102 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great honest review again Harry, I think your right the 911 is the new GT of the range and the Cayman is the new 911..... as always I’ll take either 👍🏻

  • @Rahikaine123
    @Rahikaine123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Only channel where I keep notifications on

  • @bavariancarenthusiast2722
    @bavariancarenthusiast2722 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Harry´s reviews are growing on me - great as always. This probably is the last generation 911 without battery - either fully electric or hybrid. Great interior - would be more interested in a manual - GT3 will arrive this year!

  • @fernandovillarreal4982
    @fernandovillarreal4982 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks heaps for the assessment of the new 911... I really live a lot of my fantasy's through your channel. Whether it's car reviews or travel documentaries I always enjoy the presentation and honesty of your opinion. And between yourself, Mr Tyrell and Mr JJW I'm well informed of latest and most informative car news. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺.

  • @Ok-551
    @Ok-551 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Who in the US is watching this over the Super Bowl?
    85 dbs and above does hearing damage.
    Well done Harry.

  • @joe5boost
    @joe5boost 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    top vid thanks for sharing , keep up the good work

  • @ProjectFairmont
    @ProjectFairmont 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent reporting. You explained what is hard to put into words on this 911 iteration. It has not diverted my eye from my current fav 911; the 2014 50th anniversary model.

  • @markstirling9149
    @markstirling9149 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review Harry, nice to see straight talking and an independent insight on these cars keep up the great work .....

  • @shvidler1177
    @shvidler1177 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great review 👏👏! Greetings from Moscow!!! A lot of your fans here!!!

  • @JLo1960
    @JLo1960 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    "The gearbox is just as intelligent as me". Ha ha, very well put Harry, made me laugh out loud!. 🤣

    • @lihourj
      @lihourj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Refreshing to hear a serious motoring journalist admitting to hardly using the paddle shifters, as the shift mapping software is so well calibrated.
      I would not compare myself with Harry as a driver, but I have found the same.

  • @DrBreezeAir
    @DrBreezeAir 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Harry does by far and away the best car reviews on TH-cam. All the humorous remarks make it so enjoyable to watch. That said I really hate that you can't see the engine. Otherwise, the car sounds like improvements all around.

  • @Fluterra
    @Fluterra 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The best 992 review online! Really appreciate the honest description. Solidified my view that the 992 is not an impressive update.

  • @tonywormald8057
    @tonywormald8057 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    ive just had my 992 convertible delivered , i didnt have the lower suspension option , i think this is why the one you was drivingi rides a lot harder and noisier , i can honestly say it ride 100% better than my previous one.

    • @louiscipollo7766
      @louiscipollo7766 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I agree. I have a 991.2 with Sports Suspension and it rides like a truck. I have a 992 4S on delivery for July without the sports suspension and I know the ride will be kinder. I drove one at dealer.

  • @larrysimon1
    @larrysimon1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Harry, How about making a Video on your Amazing Watch Collection ? I noticed you always wear an amazing watch sometimes with a car/race related theme. Thanks Simon.

  • @FH-zg1lz
    @FH-zg1lz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great review Harry. I agree i can’t make calls in mine either on the motorway due the dB, my electric seat motor broke day one, my connected app & alarm is fraught with problems as it randomly goes off day and night, my drivers door handle has an intermittent fault and sometimes won’t open at all and finally the car had to go in for a software update....so apart from that my first 6 months with the car has been great.

  • @timogaleon1630
    @timogaleon1630 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, Harry, a very useful review. I had a test drive a couple of months ago in a Guards Red 911S (991), so it was very interesting to compare my thoughts of that car. Overall, the 991 left me a little cold, but still very impressed. As a weekend fun car, it didn’t quite provide the thrills I’d hoped for, and now I’m pretty certain the 992 won’t either, fast though it is. Looks like I may be going the 997 route for my 911 fix. Hope the ride is a lot better than the 992!

  • @oeiras99
    @oeiras99 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've ben waiting for Harry's review of the 992 and agree with his assessment. I've been considering replacing my 991.1 but was hesitant after spending time with the 992. The car had an eerie presence on the road, very stable front end, but that is about the only positive I had. It couldn't compete with the sound of the naturally-aspirated 991 which seemed nimbler and lighter. The rear 3/4 view in my opinion is better on the 991 as the 992 has a fat rear end, and I am against the touch-screen operation which is dangerous if you're speeding on a twisty road. I can't fault the ride or interior noise in the 991 as Harry did on the 992. I may take the plunge but at this moment Harry has confirmed my reservations so I'll probably stick with what I have, the last of the naturally aspirated 911s.

  • @Glasseyed86
    @Glasseyed86 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    great and honest review. its a shame about the car. its supposed to be the best daily driver...

  • @anonymoushuman8962
    @anonymoushuman8962 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Picking mine up tomorrow! Waited 18 months lol.
    I did the pre handover on Saturday. Now I am picking it up tomorrow! My first Porsche too…. Especially since it’s pure Errol. No electric or hybrid nonsense. That would have been a nonstarter for me.
    It’s beautifully understated. Moderaltely well equipped mostly driving related!
    Tomorrow is the big day!

  • @mangomcpoo475
    @mangomcpoo475 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hands down best reviews on youtube.

  • @kale6802
    @kale6802 4 ปีที่แล้ว +145

    The road noise is intolerable..... a little more understandable in a lightweight GT car, but as a daily it would drive me insane

    • @tommihommi1
      @tommihommi1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I think the reduced ride height makes it a lot worse

    • @datsie14
      @datsie14 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      something Porsche 911 drivers should be used to and have no problem with

    • @stuartbrowning3074
      @stuartbrowning3074 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I drove the new 911 cabriolet, and it was also very noisy. Almost as if there was no sound-dealing, in the rear wheel arches? You wouldn’t want to drive 150 miles in one, on poor U.K. road surfaces.

    • @rudolphguarnacci197
      @rudolphguarnacci197 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yeah, don:t bother. Get a different car. Like a caddy

    • @maconp1119
      @maconp1119 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I can sum it up in a 4 letter acronym: Corprate Average Fuel Economy. I will follow it with a 2 letter acronym:
      Bull Shit.

  • @Stigs722
    @Stigs722 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    At last a proper review of the 992

  • @MrAndyj007
    @MrAndyj007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Boom, harrys garage upload.... the week is complete..
    give this man a tv show!!!!!!!!

  • @euroshark1
    @euroshark1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Honest and fair assessment in my opinion. Well done Harry.

  • @Apexjuha
    @Apexjuha 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The cockpit noise of 911 comes mostly from the rear wheels. The reason for this is that the rear suspension is dominant in regard with handling. And to get that superb handling of the 911 since 993/996 and onwards really requires a very stiff attachment of the substructure - and this ofcourse has the con of transmitting road-wheel noise. Low profile tyres do not help a bit that.
    Remember the McLaren F1 front suspension, how much Murray saw trouble to get the substructure attached so that the suspension was the suspension and not the substructure attachment. The way to make a silent car is to have a lot of compliance in the substructure attachment but then you loose some of the handling (like it really matters on the normal roads).
    I got the 996, never driven a 991 nor 992 but they do look big. Catchpole or someone had a vlog on a 992 and said it does not feel big but the footage showed that it hardly fit the lane on the B-road. I think that from 997 to 991 Porsche made a decision to make a sports car to a GT-car.
    And thanks for the excellent videos. You and Chris are my favorites, old school car journos who really know about cars.

    • @harrysgarage
      @harrysgarage  4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thanks for detailed reply, useful info. My Project8 has near solid suspension mounts but doesn't suffer from this road noise this 992 does. I measured it on the same stretch of road I used in this vid and it recorded 74dB at 62mph. I think Porsche could find a better solution if they actually wanted to but don't bother as sales are okay anyway.

    • @Apexjuha
      @Apexjuha 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Harry's garage Ok. I have a pro tyre tester friend. He once told me that being rear heavy the 911 requires quite stiff sidewalls at rear to keep the slip angles in control. I then asked if there is a difference between an unmarked Michelin to an N-marked Michelin and he suspected that there is no difference as long as the load class is the same. Anyway, the stiff sidewall might be a contributor to the noise.
      I know very well the 911-noise. I dont like to drive on motorways with my car. I tend to take a bit more time and drive the optional B-roads where the car is at its best and I just enjoy - thoroughly. One of the best things in my life. Ive planned a trip to the Alps and I fear to go over Germany because of this noise. I know listening to it for several hours makes a headache.

    • @Fluterra
      @Fluterra 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The AMG GTC/GTR have a very stiff chassis and is much quieter. This is just Bad Design/Cost Cutting on Porsche’s part.

  • @deanchur
    @deanchur 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Finally someone who is real about the car (for the 30% of the review I could hear anyway). Better off with a Cayman GT4, will very likely hold its value better as well.

  • @carlvincent78
    @carlvincent78 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks again Mr Harry, Take care and drive safe!!!!

  • @petedavis8701
    @petedavis8701 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Harry you do the best car reviews on You Tube, no doubt at all!

  • @andrewhurstcars
    @andrewhurstcars 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice review Harry. Try the 992 Carrera press car which doesn’t have the 10mm suspension drop. The 992 GTS could be the pick of the range if they fit it with the 4.0 GT4 engine and manual gearbox.

  • @Tony-hj7bm
    @Tony-hj7bm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    greatest 911 review of all time all the details that nobody talked before and yes better choice is the Aston

  • @darrylweathers6764
    @darrylweathers6764 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Saw my first 992 a few weeks back, it really is a fantastic looking car close up

  • @anonymoushuman8962
    @anonymoushuman8962 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos. They are very informative and have just my order in for my first ever porsche 911. I have a moderately equipped 911s 992. It’s beautiful.
    Just one thing about your channel, and I know you can’t do anything about it but it’s the adverts. They came up 4 times during these wonderful 25minutes.
    Keep up these videos.

  • @MrRobinwhatley
    @MrRobinwhatley 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Harry "I never look at the speedo" Metcalfe; great review, keep 'em coming!

  • @Zoot1343
    @Zoot1343 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video. I hope you can review the Cayman GTS 4.0 later this year, Adam, Tofino. CA

  • @sergeantsqueaker
    @sergeantsqueaker 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So nice to see an honest review about the bad bits too. This is what people want to know. Always amazed how cheap the hard plastic under the 'frunk' feels too but never gets a mention. £109k car and my Honda has more tactile plastics.

  • @andyfry1970
    @andyfry1970 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, have developed more of a liking over the last few years for Porsche, plenty of history there hey, so interesting to hear your take on their latest offering. Great stuff 😊

  • @NotJanine777
    @NotJanine777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    That’s the exact same Porsche drag raced against an Audi RS5 on Carwow yesterday (RK19FSS). 😊

    • @richardcorns8553
      @richardcorns8553 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Carwow also dragged this exact car against the Tesla M3P a couple of weeks ago.

  • @thefridgeman
    @thefridgeman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    21:35 that's the "sport" PASM with the -10mm drop. Just leave it out and don't take it as an option. The ride is much much quieter.

    • @ALMX5DP
      @ALMX5DP 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Good point. Being most models will be used as a daily driver of some type, such buyers would be wise to keep that box unchecked.

    • @ZZGTKING
      @ZZGTKING 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thefridgeman Why the ride height has anything to do with road noise?

    • @ALMX5DP
      @ALMX5DP 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@shingnosis I'm not, just going by the OP since it sounds like they may have that knowledge. Harry still did mention a lack of travel in the suspension which lowering could certainly effect. Larger sway bars in the package could also have an effect, so could be the combination of everything (stiffer damper settings, lower height/less travel and larger antirollbars) that cause an increase in interior volume and general NVH.

    • @thefridgeman
      @thefridgeman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ZZGTKING it doesn't work that way. Learn to understand what you read.

    • @thefridgeman
      @thefridgeman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@shingnosis There is the PASM standard on 992 Carrera S . And there is a PASM SPORT with a 10mm drop in ride height. I did not say "regular" supension or "no PASM". I said do not get the "sport PASM" with the 10mm ride drop. It rides harder and harsher. yes, compared them and yes, there are many others that agree.

  • @paulthorpe766
    @paulthorpe766 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Usual very high quality test Harry thanks. I think you've hit something that I struggle with more than I did 20 yrs ago - namely cabin drone, and 80db is a lot - partly why I picked up an I8 ROADSTER last week (that and I think they'll be future investment as only 200 or so RHD versions made and it's now discontinued this Month/£50k discount!! - future SLS or Z8 perhaps) instead of a new 911/R8/TypeR...and yes Dickie Atwood is a lovely chap who just lets you crack on whilst regailing you with tales of driving his 10 yr old 4WD A8 in snow at 120mph !!

  • @georgimihalkov4781
    @georgimihalkov4781 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally a fair and honest review of the 992 911. Every so called journalist has nothing but praise for this car. Great video as always, Harry!

  • @baronvonhoughton
    @baronvonhoughton 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Sports exhaust is an option on a Porsche 911s.
    Begs the question why the standard isn't "sporty" on a 90 grand, S version sports car?

    • @technom3598
      @technom3598 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sportier... Lol

    • @baronvonhoughton
      @baronvonhoughton 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@technom3598 No mate different word and inflection. Sporty.

    • @technom3598
      @technom3598 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@baronvonhoughton it's a joke.

    • @baronvonhoughton
      @baronvonhoughton 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@technom3598 Oh sorry, read it as a correction

    • @technom3598
      @technom3598 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@baronvonhoughton all good bud

  • @holsteincowboy
    @holsteincowboy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    My tractor cab is quieter than this Porsche at 67dB !

  • @granblogismo
    @granblogismo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I didn’t think I’d enjoy this car being an analogue kind of chap but what a machine! So clever and driver-centric tech to enhance the driving experience, amazing and obviously Mr Metcalfe doing a great job as usual 👍👍

  • @JayPase
    @JayPase 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was AMAZED with the PDK demonstrated by a professional driver around a race track at the Porsche Driving Experience in Ontario, Canada - he never shifted either & it was gob smackingly good. Bit of a mind reader that PDK as if it has eyes on the road too. All this from someone like me who loves manual transmissions and sad to see them go.

  • @Hvitserk67
    @Hvitserk67 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Guards Red = Indischrot (Indian Red). I've had two Porsches in this amazing color - a 924 and a 928 S :)

  • @BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne
    @BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    £93,110.My Peugeot 106 diesel is worth around £300 so just a modest £92,810 to find...
    FOR SALE: Peugeot 106 diesel. Future classic. First to buy will see. £90,000

  • @IOWPCV
    @IOWPCV 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review Harry !
    Looking forward to The next Farm instalment too.

  • @michaeldinwiddy4864
    @michaeldinwiddy4864 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Its great that you are honest about your experience with a car, gently pointing out the shortcomings but strongly emphasising the good point. Very fair.

    • @harrysgarage
      @harrysgarage  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks but isn't that the point of a real-world review?! I always report on a test car as if I was interested in buying one. Helps keep you focussed and makes you report on everything that matters, warts and all..

  • @JBthemanwithcars
    @JBthemanwithcars 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Absolutely spot on with this review, especially the comparison with the new Aston Martin Vantage. The new 911 is a fabulous car, but I feel lacks character compared to the new Vantage. I bought a new Vantage after watching Harry's review, trading in my 911 Turbo (991.2) which whilst super fast, was a bit bland. I've not regretted it one bit. There's more to enjoying a car than a quick zero to 60 MPH sprint.

    • @Crazy_Worlds
      @Crazy_Worlds 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Interesting point. I traded my 2007 (997) Turbo Sport for a (nearly) new 992 Turbo. After a week asked for my ‘old’ Turbo back. The character and sense of quality had gone. The 997 Turbo has more character than the new car and manages to feel both solid and quick, and in every day driving, particularly in touring mode, it’s still 99% of the pace of the new car. Highly recommend as a keeper for the post ICE era.

    • @gregordunant9627
      @gregordunant9627 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bro, why do you lie to us? The 992 Turbo was not even for sale yet at the time of your post, let alone used ones ...

    • @DPR178
      @DPR178 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Congrats on your purchase. Did you consider the old v12 vantage s(cheaper, prettier, better sound, v12), or did you always want a new car.

    • @JBthemanwithcars
      @JBthemanwithcars 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DPR178 I never considered it at all. I gave my Vantage to TH-camr JayEmmonCars for a review. You can see him flinging it through the Scottish highlands in his road test on his channel.
      I replaced the Vantage early last year with a nearly new McLaren 600LT Spider, as I wanted back in a supercar and to do more track days. It's easily the best car I've driven. I've also missed having a Porsche in my garage, and I'm lucky enough to have a new Porsche Spyder PDK arriving in May this year, almost 2 years since I ordered it. I believe I will then have the perfect enthusiasts garage, with my McLaren, Ariel Atom 4 and new Spyder.
      My wife has banned me from changing any of my cars for the near future.

    • @DPR178
      @DPR178 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      A beautiful garage. I will definitely see the video that you suggested of your vantage.
      Also, I can understand where your wife is coming from 😂😂😂. I can imagine you tried very hard to get her the car bug as well.

  • @markbillington5985
    @markbillington5985 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I spec’d my 991.2 GTS with standard PASM and it took the “edge” off the ride. Fine on Hampshire’s awful roads and I can live with being 10mm higher. Not a quiet car but never intrusive. Could the “softer” suspension improve noise too? Keep ‘em coming Harry!

  • @lewisreinhold6398
    @lewisreinhold6398 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just love your reviews Harry

  • @stephenr6427
    @stephenr6427 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video by Harry cheers Harry

  • @Deuteross
    @Deuteross 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    This interior noise is absolutely unacceptable. What were they thinking?

    • @G-ra-ha-m
      @G-ra-ha-m 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They probably put harder rubber in the suspension for a better Nurbergring lap time.

    • @brybentley
      @brybentley 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Its not like this is real life. its hardly noticeable.

    • @Deuteross
      @Deuteross 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@brybentley Apparently, Harry thinks otherwise.

    • @brybentley
      @brybentley 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Deuteross I can only report on my experience

    • @JamesGadbury
      @JamesGadbury 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brybentley it's noticeable to me just watching this video

  • @Adi-is-Adi.
    @Adi-is-Adi. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Posted 50 mins ago.. Ahhh just as I sat to relax, making my Sunday.

  • @KEN-du2iz
    @KEN-du2iz ปีที่แล้ว

    This is been one of the better reviews I've seen, I've never driven a Porsche I've owned quite a few cars in the older I get the more and more I keep looking in or looking over my shoulder at one. Noise can be solved however I do feel it's time and time goes I've grown tired of a vehicle telling me what to do or not allowing me to do what I want. I plan to rent one for about a week just to see. It 's so hard to really get a feel for a vehicle with only a half hour or less test drive.

  • @bunsenn5064
    @bunsenn5064 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like the prospect of a practical sports car. Two trunks, good gas mileage, great acceleration, exceptional handling.

  • @makalu69
    @makalu69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good review Harry. I'm off to test one next week - now I know what to look out for!

  • @audhen1
    @audhen1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Full keyless is vulnerable to repeater attacks.
    Thiefs repeat the wireless signal of the key with a bit of 100€ equipment and by that are able to opening and stealing your car without having any key.
    You wake up the other morning and your car is gone. :-(
    But a bit funny though... instead of working on security improvements they let sign people disclaimers... Germans... I'm one of them... :-/
    Thanks Harry for your insights and taking us with you!

    • @SNORKYMEDIA
      @SNORKYMEDIA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      nope put your keys in a £5 faraday wallet and no signal....

    • @adrianchell
      @adrianchell 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SNORKYMEDIA Or in an old tin box that shortbreads came in at Christmas for £0.

    • @twowheeler1000
      @twowheeler1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SNORKYMEDIA that's a pretty good tip actually! Especially if you have a bespoke place for your keys at home

  • @PipeOPhile
    @PipeOPhile 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video as always. 7.7 sec to 100mph is just nuts. Now for irrelevant opinion of an internet carless car enthusiast: if I had the spare change for one I wouldn't buy it. I disagree on design, interior and exterior (although it will probably grow on me). I've seen some review recently which started off with one of those bait-y question at the start "Is it still a sportscar or just a Panamera Coupe?" and I just cannot get that "Panamera Coupe" out of my head.
    If I was in a market for a 911 I'd look for a used 991.2 or even 996/7 and pocket an awful lot of $ for repairs, roadtrips and gas.

  • @davonpointer2310
    @davonpointer2310 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review as always Harry.

  • @marcdavis2840
    @marcdavis2840 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    'Just leave it in auto and your be quicker...and I was' 😀such a Harry thing to say👍

  • @DavesIneosGrenadier
    @DavesIneosGrenadier 4 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    Yep...I hate those stupid iPad stuck on the dash interiors too.

    • @sweetfreedomGB
      @sweetfreedomGB 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Me too they're awful and show a lack of design and cost cutting

    • @michaelcorleone993
      @michaelcorleone993 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Ridiculous. Nothing impressive about that. I much prefer analog dials.

  • @alaninovarix8740
    @alaninovarix8740 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Harry. I love the honesty and perspective you bring to the car reviews. I am looking into buying a 911, for driving pleasure not racing. I am not interested in the role cages, but pure manual gear box driving pleasure and connectivity to the road. I would love to hear your perspective on 997 911's comparison (hydraulic steering) 997.1 4S/2S vs 997.2 vs 997 GTS vs Turbo and then compare that to 991.2 GTS manual. Car youtubers haven't made a comprehensive comparison, and I would be thrilled if you do it first.

  • @Kenny_P_abz
    @Kenny_P_abz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review as always. Lovely car. For such a nice design the numbers on the bumper look a bit of an afterthought as if someone’s bought them from Halfords and stuck them on.