@@viktorpetukhov727 My 991 Carrera Coupe has no sport chrono but my uncle's Convertible has. Guess what: They are exactly the same in a standing quarter mile!
@@Josh_0579 true 911 don’t really need sport chrono it’s just porsches way to spill money I would not spend 3k for it(love porsches I’m just saying what I think)
Am I wrong for saying, that Henry Catchpole needs his OWN show? He is the quintessential go-to car guy on the web. Honest, passionate, and very knowledgeable. If there is an Emmy for automotive reporting, he'd win it many times over.
Just about to place an order so incredibly grateful for this information. There is only so much you can take away from one test drive in one spec when you're trying not to be an excited kid. Plus with an options list as big as the one for the 992 I'm pleased I agreed with your comments. Thank you!!!
I’ve just placed my deposit for a 992 2S Coupe. Started of with only three extra options … but ended up at 23k! Beware the excited kid :-) What a privilege though!
I think it's weird - doglegged 1st and 2nd gear ? well then where is 5th not straight up - Ok - it's showing reverse then, Ok where is 3rd - Ok I get it - his shirt is so wrinkled by the seatbelt that 1st and 3rd are touching underneath the seatbelt - Jeez Henry get some clothes that fit you ; P
Allenwrench: besides the t-shirt he’s worn, does not depict a dog legged manual, if you are taking into account the reverse gear, it can’t be called a dog legged, a dog leg manual can only be called in some manual transmission cars whereby the 1st or 5th or 6th or 7th gear is placed downwards, as in from neutral slide it extreme left then down, just like what is seen in today’s perspective on a 7spd manual Aston Martin.
Personally never been *that* fussed about exhausts, unless they liberate some more power from the engine without droning in my ears on long motorway journeys
'Sir' Henry Catchpole, the undisputed knight of sublime automotive journalism An episode with Henry and the Automobile is like an episode of nostalgia having a delectable meal and coffee. I am happy that the 992 still has the Porsche DNA. I am optimistic that the spirit of the Sports car will live and live long for our generation and for our future "The Last car will be a sports car" - Ferry Porsche
Suggestion for those having issues seeing outer dials. I opted for the standard sport wheel instead of the GT sport wheel, and I can see the gauges much better. Diameter and feel of the normal multi-function wheel is sublime
Henry, you should try driving the car without the rear wheel steering, you’ll notice a very distinct difference with corner entry speed. The rear feels like it’s actually following the car rather than dragging it around the corner. I’m speaking from 991.2 experience so maybe with wider front 992 difference is not as distinct? But this is THE must-have option.
People always forget about the "20 seconds of fun button" in the center of the Sport Chrono Wheel. Would like to see that demo'd. Here is a trick that very few people know. On PDK, if you pull both paddles simultaneously for a quick second, it will go into neutral, allows you to rev it. To go back into gear, just pull or push either paddle. But, if you are stopped, you must put your foot on the brake, and then pull a paddle to get it back into gear. Yes, it is a trick that few people know.
Thanks for another great video Henry, I'm always impressed by your journalism! 👍 There's little doubt that August Achleitner and his team at Porsche have done a fabulous job evolving the 911 once again but personally speaking I think that whilst the 992 is technically a superior car, the 991.1 Carrera was and maybe always will be the sweetspot of (non-GT) 911 development - a car that was still naturally aspirated (with that glorious sound, esp with PSE switched on), modern enough to include all that a car really needed, yet still analogue enough in the way it worked/felt and with a duality of character that allowed it to be a reasonably comfortable GT one minute and an engaging sports car the next - best sampled with Sport Chrono & PSE as you suggest for the 992 (or the Power Kit, if you're lucky enough to find one specced that way). The 992 is a technical masterpiece but I would rather they had left the analogue guages in place (with the one MF display as in the 991) and worked to re-engineer an NA engine to meet the latest emission regs (as they now appear to have done). I hate to say it but the door handles should have been left as they were too (like Mercedes did with the latest G-wagon - some things are best left alone).
A very nice spin on a review of a car. Enjoyed it. As I know the location and roads you where filming on I was watching and trying to spot the locations.
Henry Catchpole, amazing. I could watch him review cars all day. Sports exhaust, however, on any Porsche does nothing except annoy your neighbours and makes people think you're a bit of a twat. My 991.1 4S with standard exhaust is pretty loud and sounds wonderful. Cars used to be loud because they were bonkers cars like Ferraris and Lamborghinis etc. Now anyone can have a daft exhaust in any car and make bangs, pops and crackles which is pointless and just sounds silly like all these loud Minis, Ford Fiestas and Abarth 595 you see around.
I drove one today without the rear wheel steering around a small handling track. I can confirm that the turn in is still very positive versus 991, and the steering is quick and accurate. The ESP calibration is nothing short of amazing, allowing some rotation of the rear to bring the car inline with the steering input.
This the new “Grand Touring” Baby Panamera! Less sporty and more luxurious than previous versions! It’s the Porsche expression of what the new world is wanting! 👍🏻
IMO, sports cars should not have menus. You shouldn't have to fumble through menus to change things. I agree that there should be more buttons on the dash/console to control the more commonly used features.
never been a big fan of 911 until the 991 and now this is just a stunning, beautiful car from exterior to interior and the new dash is much better than the very dated classic 911 look
Don't get how the 991.2 Carrera sport exhaust sounds better than the 992 despite both of them being fitted with turbos. Im curious to see how american variants will sound without the particulate filter. If it still sounds worse, thats mind boggling.
I have been a great fan of Lotus cars as I believe that they are now the last bastion of the True Sports car where the focus is on the Driving and the Driver with the mantra still based on Colin Chapman's ideals of Lightness and suspension dynamics. Can't wait to see that episode. Chapman's idea of a driving machine vs that of Ferry Porsche My money is on the Lotus as they are far more purer than the Porsche 911 now
Great video, thank you! Seems to be a great car overall, but that Braun electric shaver where the gear selector should be still makes me a bit cross-eyed. Wonder if Porsche has some sort of product placement deal with them haha.
Cool idea. 992 is amazing looking in person , retro tributes to the 911 icon all over it. And the drive , dynamics all better than the 991. Porsche does it again.
Having driven with sports exhaust and with it turned off... I prefer No sport exhaust.. if making a lot of noise turns you on get sports exhaust.. rather have rear wheel steering which is great when parking in tight spots. 🥳
Love most of it, don't mind the turbo much, it's just where the future is headed. I just don't like how the front end looks, otherwise it's a nice upgrade.
Well spotted, this is the third video about the 992 with a rattle. The first one was an issue with the sports seat, the second with a door panel not fitting correctly, that kind of thing would drive me nuts on a 10 grand car let alone a 911.
@@Irishesbox11 I had an issue with my dash left speaker (991.2) for months because I was dodging a major complete dash pull off and and reinstall which always results in more annoying noise. My dealer finally took care of it without fail.
I personally believe that the 911 is not long for this earth. It's reached the end of it's development with nowhere left to go; the 997 was so good we still talk about it 10 years on, the 991 was such a complete product that even the people who made it didnt know how to replace it so they just updated it and the RSRs have completely ditched the layout for something else. The only hills left to climb are hybrid and full electric; and I'm not convinced a bank of Duracells will improve anything. It was fun while it lasted.
Everything feels massive compared to my 1971 911 T :-). Quick question if you are still monitoring these Henry, do you still get that same cool feeling of looking down those front fenders when you are steering like you do with older 911's?
I just don't like the interior design at all and that Electric Shaver they refer to as a Shifter. Will hold on to my 991.2. BTW, I always have the Sport Exhaust engaged when I drive:)
If you’re looking to buy one of these in the foreseeable future I suppose that asking these questions and having certain concerns is justifiable. If like me you cannot afford it in the first place, then I think you’d agree that it’s pretty much perfect, ha ha. I still don’t understand why the difference in size, between the actual dimensions and how big it appears is such an issue. It looks that big, or small. I’m not sure why it would be a concern.
I think because they would ruin this new interior which is too elegant to be broken apart with plastic shelves that open up to become cup holders. That’s my guess anyway.
High Quality Automotive Journalism...period.
Catchpole - Carfection - 911 992 - Perfection!
Sport chrono also gives you the launch control feature but most importantly, dynamic engine mounts that enhance you handling capabilities...
I handle just fine!
That explains the price
@@viktorpetukhov727 My 991 Carrera Coupe has no sport chrono but my uncle's Convertible has. Guess what: They are exactly the same in a standing quarter mile!
@@Josh_0579 true 911 don’t really need sport chrono it’s just porsches way to spill money I would not spend 3k for it(love porsches I’m just saying what I think)
Am I wrong for saying, that Henry Catchpole needs his OWN show? He is the quintessential go-to car guy on the web. Honest, passionate, and very knowledgeable. If there is an Emmy for automotive reporting, he'd win it many times over.
Very well done Mr. Catchpole. As always 👏👏👏
Just about to place an order so incredibly grateful for this information. There is only so much you can take away from one test drive in one spec when you're trying not to be an excited kid. Plus with an options list as big as the one for the 992 I'm pleased I agreed with your comments. Thank you!!!
@R A what was so disappointing?
@@MrAceekidd he was disappointment when he realized he couldn't afford it!
I’ve just placed my deposit for a 992 2S Coupe. Started of with only three extra options … but ended up at 23k! Beware the excited kid :-) What a privilege though!
love your 6 speed manual t-shirt
I think it's weird - doglegged 1st and 2nd gear ? well then where is 5th not straight up - Ok - it's showing reverse then, Ok where is 3rd - Ok I get it - his shirt is so wrinkled by the seatbelt that 1st and 3rd are touching underneath the seatbelt - Jeez Henry get some clothes that fit you ; P
Allenwrench: besides the t-shirt he’s worn, does not depict a dog legged manual, if you are taking into account the reverse gear, it can’t be called a dog legged, a dog leg manual can only be called in some manual transmission cars whereby the 1st or 5th or 6th or 7th gear is placed downwards, as in from neutral slide it extreme left then down, just like what is seen in today’s perspective on a 7spd manual Aston Martin.
Personally never been *that* fussed about exhausts, unless they liberate some more power from the engine without droning in my ears on long motorway journeys
Henry is the most watchable car reviewer out there! Always has been! The best!
There are 3 vehicles that I want to own and keep forever- Toyota LC, Benz S600 (no exec pack), 911. This car is beautiful! Great video!
Brilliant video and fantastic new format of doing a Q&A!! Keep more video like this coming!
That rev counter is damn good looking.
I don't mind turbos and downsizing but I personally miss the iconic boxer 6 engine note. Its so unique that you can immediately tell if its a 911.
I have a 991.1 GTS with PDK and I love it ....but looking at this 992 ,well....
Excellent as always from our Henry...
I love Carfection's content and Henry is by far my favorite presenter!
Valuable info HC. My OCD never can get over how or why a 6 cylinder car has quad tail pipes. twin PSE a must
Where is the Lotus film?? Pleeeaaaasseeee. Loving your work guys!
'Sir' Henry Catchpole, the undisputed knight of sublime automotive journalism
An episode with Henry and the Automobile is like an episode of nostalgia having a delectable meal and coffee. I am happy that the 992 still has the Porsche DNA. I am optimistic that the spirit of the Sports car will live and live long for our generation and for our future
"The Last car will be a sports car" - Ferry Porsche
Teasing us with the Evora VS video Henry!
Suggestion for those having issues seeing outer dials. I opted for the standard sport wheel instead of the GT sport wheel, and I can see the gauges much better. Diameter and feel of the normal multi-function wheel is sublime
Henry, you should try driving the car without the rear wheel steering, you’ll notice a very distinct difference with corner entry speed. The rear feels like it’s actually following the car rather than dragging it around the corner. I’m speaking from 991.2 experience so maybe with wider front 992 difference is not as distinct? But this is THE must-have option.
People always forget about the "20 seconds of fun button" in the center of the Sport Chrono Wheel. Would like to see that demo'd. Here is a trick that very few people know. On PDK, if you pull both paddles simultaneously for a quick second, it will go into neutral, allows you to rev it. To go back into gear, just pull or push either paddle. But, if you are stopped, you must put your foot on the brake, and then pull a paddle to get it back into gear. Yes, it is a trick that few people know.
8.19:- Mr. Catchpole becomes so engaged in the Porsche that he even mimics the look of the car's frontal view. :-)
And my favorite color .... dark grey sort graphite wheels ... always spot on Henry .
Hi guys you mentioned the Evora video. Looking forward to seeing this one. When is it coming out please?
Thanks for another great video Henry, I'm always impressed by your journalism! 👍
There's little doubt that August Achleitner and his team at Porsche have done a fabulous job evolving the 911 once again but personally speaking I think that whilst the 992 is technically a superior car, the 991.1 Carrera was and maybe always will be the sweetspot of (non-GT) 911 development - a car that was still naturally aspirated (with that glorious sound, esp with PSE switched on), modern enough to include all that a car really needed, yet still analogue enough in the way it worked/felt and with a duality of character that allowed it to be a reasonably comfortable GT one minute and an engaging sports car the next - best sampled with Sport Chrono & PSE as you suggest for the 992 (or the Power Kit, if you're lucky enough to find one specced that way).
The 992 is a technical masterpiece but I would rather they had left the analogue guages in place (with the one MF display as in the 991) and worked to re-engineer an NA engine to meet the latest emission regs (as they now appear to have done). I hate to say it but the door handles should have been left as they were too (like Mercedes did with the latest G-wagon - some things are best left alone).
A very nice spin on a review of a car. Enjoyed it. As I know the location and roads you where filming on I was watching and trying to spot the locations.
Henry Catchpole, amazing. I could watch him review cars all day. Sports exhaust, however, on any Porsche does nothing except annoy your neighbours and makes people think you're a bit of a twat. My 991.1 4S with standard exhaust is pretty loud and sounds wonderful. Cars used to be loud because they were bonkers cars like Ferraris and Lamborghinis etc. Now anyone can have a daft exhaust in any car and make bangs, pops and crackles which is pointless and just sounds silly like all these loud Minis, Ford Fiestas and Abarth 595 you see around.
I drove one today without the rear wheel steering around a small handling track. I can confirm that the turn in is still very positive versus 991, and the steering is quick and accurate. The ESP calibration is nothing short of amazing, allowing some rotation of the rear to bring the car inline with the steering input.
I watch only Henry Catchpole Crafection videos. 🤷
I wish they would bring back the lateral engine cover venting slats.
Well this a unique idea. Carfection, once again, proves its the best channel out there.
Good information. Looking forward to the manual base car.
Me too.
Hope so, currently only available on the Carrera S
This the new “Grand Touring” Baby Panamera! Less sporty and more luxurious than previous versions!
It’s the Porsche expression of what the new world is wanting! 👍🏻
Henry Catchpole. Excellent Journo! And heck this new 911! Just wow!
The A pillar looks massive, i guess it could just be the camera but blimey
IMO, sports cars should not have menus. You shouldn't have to fumble through menus to change things. I agree that there should be more buttons on the dash/console to control the more commonly used features.
I prefer the 991.2 much more in terms of looks and the interior ,even though it may feel a little dates,is more usable and direct.
SJW Maniac uh maniac... I think you need to think a little harder next time
@@jumoreno43 Shut the fuck up...you clown!
@@Porsche1969 you're a shit human though.
Burmester audio option is worth it imho :)
never been a big fan of 911 until the 991 and now this is just a stunning, beautiful car from exterior to interior and the new dash is much better than the very dated classic 911 look
Don't get how the 991.2 Carrera sport exhaust sounds better than the 992 despite both of them being fitted with turbos. Im curious to see how american variants will sound without the particulate filter. If it still sounds worse, thats mind boggling.
Absolutely fantastic. Looked like you were having so much fun
Henry, miss you in Evo. Enjoying Carfection.
I have been a great fan of Lotus cars as I believe that they are now the last bastion of the True Sports car where the focus is on the Driving and the Driver with the mantra still based on Colin Chapman's ideals of Lightness and suspension dynamics. Can't wait to see that episode. Chapman's idea of a driving machine vs that of Ferry Porsche
My money is on the Lotus as they are far more purer than the Porsche 911 now
Cloth inserts on the seats are the best.
Does it feel large? = can you reach the fruit pastels in the passenger side door bin as you can in a 997? #essential
Always a pleasure, Henry!
Where is the film about the Lotus? Where?? You teased a film you haven't uploaded ;)
Great idea for a video 👍 I think a Q&A vid would always get my full-length view. Please do another video once the manual is available 🙏
question: do they accept a $20 deposit?
Perfection, car perfection. Yet another great video.
Thanks, but what were all those creaks I was hearing during the video?
nice video as usual by Henry ! btw song name at the intro ?
Great video, thank you! Seems to be a great car overall, but that Braun electric shaver where the gear selector should be still makes me a bit cross-eyed. Wonder if Porsche has some sort of product placement deal with them haha.
Try the ‘Gear selector in aluminium’ option. It looks better imo and is a bit taller.
Nice car, nice film H.. always good to watch, and lately very cheering [as in cheering up.. me.!] Thank you for this.
WF
Excellent review well done
and thank you for the frank no nonsense review
Big car now ! 997 was just about the right size.
Had proper steering too.
991/992 despite being bigger is lighter, faster and more refined
Mine just arrived in Jetblack with matching rims 😍
Cool idea. 992 is amazing looking in person , retro tributes to the 911 icon all over it. And the drive , dynamics all better than the 991. Porsche does it again.
Yeah I agree. From pictures I disliked the rear but in person it looks dope
“Does it feel too sterile and not sports car-like?” Only for bringing this question shows that there are a lot matter to discuss!
Having driven with sports exhaust and with it turned off... I prefer No sport exhaust.. if making a lot of noise turns you on get sports exhaust.. rather have rear wheel steering which is great when parking in tight spots. 🥳
The wider body is gorgeous
Excellent video. Helped me make a decision about buying one! 👍🏼👌
Great as always! Congrats on the pro hair cut for the most pro auto journalist in the business.
2020 models now have a normal exhaust button with sport crono👍👍
Great content and presentation. Think you should have changed Tee Shirts before presenting the PDK 911 992. :)
Henry what's that watch strap your wearing on your speedy ?
It sounds like there's a lot of creaking, is that the car or your camera gear? :(
Car, sadly. Build quality is bad. Lots of rattles.
@@stevenkelby2169 lol. sure buddy
Call 911, car is on fire! Great video man!
Porsche does not tell you is a revolution..instead porsche is saying that the 911 is an evolution in every generation
Love most of it, don't mind the turbo much, it's just where the future is headed. I just don't like how the front end looks, otherwise it's a nice upgrade.
The rear looks so heavy
Is the S a must or will a base 911 do?
Must
Here is a question for you. What is that rattling noise?
Well spotted, this is the third video about the 992 with a rattle. The first one was an issue with the sports seat, the second with a door panel not fitting correctly, that kind of thing would drive me nuts on a 10 grand car let alone a 911.
@@Irishesbox11 I had an issue with my dash left speaker (991.2) for months because I was dodging a major complete dash pull off and and reinstall which always results in more annoying noise. My dealer finally took care of it without fail.
Thats is so annoying
👍🏻good review
More buttons? Motoring journalists have always complained about Porsches buttons, preferring touch interfaces.
Great review nonetheless
Fantastic journalistic work
I personally believe that the 911 is not long for this earth. It's reached the end of it's development with nowhere left to go; the 997 was so good we still talk about it 10 years on, the 991 was such a complete product that even the people who made it didnt know how to replace it so they just updated it and the RSRs have completely ditched the layout for something else. The only hills left to climb are hybrid and full electric; and I'm not convinced a bank of Duracells will improve anything. It was fun while it lasted.
Can’t agree. The 992 is a bloody marvel. The best generation is the latest generation. Hybrid next, but the 911 is far from dead.
Brilliant Machinery! 🏁
Great review as always. Don’t like the gear selector, looks like a small shaver.
Such a narrow roads... What's the average lifespan of a side mirror in the UK?
Dont like the rear pop up wing design though, because of the contrast in colour it looks the the rear trunk lid is open.
When is this Evora comparison video coming??
I really like this Porsche. Actually it's the first one I liked after the GT3 RS and this is actually affordable compared to the GT3
Everything feels massive compared to my 1971 911 T :-). Quick question if you are still monitoring these Henry, do you still get that same cool feeling of looking down those front fenders when you are steering like you do with older 911's?
Who would prefer some toggle device over being able to using a touchscreen to go directly where you want!!?
INJECT THAT 4K BEAUTY VIDEO PRODUCTION INTO MY VEINS
this one was only 1080p :(
How bout the PASM option? Does it affect a lot on the car control feel?
What Camera do you use for the cinematic shots? Great Video as always!
I just don't like the interior design at all and that Electric Shaver they refer to as a Shifter. Will hold on to my 991.2. BTW, I always have the Sport Exhaust engaged when I drive:)
Nice story
Where's the evora video?
Superb ever Mr Catchpole.
Perfect car! 😮🏁🚦🚘
Thank god a manual option is coming
the A pillar is thick as hell
Am I the only one who can see some 959 at the front end?
Missed opportunity. You didn’t include the mentioned video in the description.
If you’re looking to buy one of these in the foreseeable future I suppose that asking these questions and having certain concerns is justifiable. If like me you cannot afford it in the first place, then I think you’d agree that it’s pretty much perfect, ha ha. I still don’t understand why the difference in size, between the actual dimensions and how big it appears is such an issue. It looks that big, or small. I’m not sure why it would be a concern.
I loved the old cup holders in mine... feel like they've ruined that, at the very least :)
why Porsche... why!!!
I think because they would ruin this new interior which is too elegant to be broken apart with plastic shelves that open up to become cup holders. That’s my guess anyway.
@@Sandouras i don't agree, the 991 cupholder is the most elegant of all cupholders in the history of cars.