Steve Hammes - you are the go to person for car reviews. Very professional without gimmicks. Love to get a 911 but my wife won't approve. Minivan here i come...
"It's been a long time since I've driven a Porsche with one of these"...I laughed my head off with that one Steve. Always look forward to your reviews ma man. Cheers!
Very nice and clear. Love the combo of the options, I wouldn't opt for the PASM as it turns the car too stiff, although I would buy the longer front lip. For better contrast, agate will fit better with the bordeaux red interior or if you want to stick with the GT Silver, I would go for the black/beige interior. It's a pitty that the base model doesn't come with manual, as for me the base is just enough... enjoy your toy! Greetings from a guy from Colombia (South America).
You got it right, this manual gear box brings the maximum joy in a 992. I had 4 Porsche 1 pdk and 3 manual. I switched to manual because the cldd add imed better acceleration is almost not usable in real tragic: who will launch control at a trafic light or stop? I made it 2 times in 3 years, what counts in real life is the rolling performance and there with 530 nm torque and 35 kg less than pdk it is well performing.
Steve, great review as always! I have to say that all my '911 end swapping' fears went out the window with this one. It held the road as tight as anything else I had ever driven. Must be those monster sneakers on the back.
1st gear, 2nd gear, 1st gear, 2nd gear, 1st gear, 2nd gear....how exciting or refreshing is that?! I love this car, but 83 mph before redlining in 2nd gear, makes the PDK a must.
Excellent articulation, speech, and writing. This should be part of a UA-cam reviewer's basics course. It would eliminate so much unwatchable dross and people who shouldn't be making videos.
I hope 7 manual comes to more cheaper cars aswell. I just switched from 5 to 6 gears. So awsome. And far more comfort and energy efficiency on the highway. I dont care much for top speed or acceleration. But a ride mast be smooth. So i hope to see the 7 gear before ev take over.
I’ve always been drawn to the 911, but now the price is so high that it is off-putting to value-conscious driving enthusiasts and appealing to conspicuous consumers.
Thanks for the review! I just bought *this* exact car this weekend from PCNA. Still getting used to the car, but nice to see it getting used in anger. ;)
Great review sir. I would go with manual if is not my daily driving car. But PDK blew my mind in the new 992! It’s not all about 0-60 but not much slower on manual actually it all depends on the driver on manual!
Just to augment your fine review, Steve, it is important to point out to your smart petrolheaded viewers, that all frunks are bonnets, but bonnets are not necessarily frunks. Let that marinate for a while. In closing, this is a stunningly specced example of a Bavarian Shooting Brake, without the floppy paddle nonsense, so it receives the highest possible Nena Score: 99 Luftballons/99
Hi Steve. The review was worth the wait. I'm surprised you said the interior can be mistaken for a Mazda... is that saying the quality went down or Mazdas quality went up that much? I know you meant it as a figure of speech but still. Thats not good given its a $100k+ car
I don’t have 911 but I have a 2020 Macan with natural leather interior and sorry but I could never confuse it with a Mazda, such comparison borders on ridiculous, it is much better than my Lexus Is350 interior too. Fit and finish, quality to touch feels premium.
I’ve been a Porsche enthusiast and lover of all things Porsche ever since I was in the 7th grade and got my first ride in a Porsche. I’ve followed the company through good times and bad but always remained a loyal follower even when they made questionable choices in their lineup or with certain design choices. But there’s one thing that bugs me more than the first time I saw the 996’s headlight design that it shared with the Boxster and that’s the decision starting with the 991 to close off the engine bay and having a small rear deck lid that opens to show a couple of cooling fans and some caps for topping off fluids. There’s no engine to be seen. Regardless of if you do your own service or take your 911 to a mechanic there’s still always been something special about lifting that rear deck lid and seeing the flat 6 cylinder engine that’s driving all that excitement.
The hidden engine trick is odd. I'd probably make a fake one and put it in the front just to throw people off. ;-) Good way to guarantee dealer service revenue though.
That thing looks fantastic! The interior is beautifully done and contrast with the exterior, perfectly. I only have two problems with this car? Many options that should be standard, and those ridiculous electric door handles? Porsche, give me a stripper with no power seats, Android auto and Apple carplay for eighty thousand! I'll be signing a purchase agreement!
Is there a faster or more power porsche in a manual transmission? Which models? Manual.transmissions in sports cars should be a must. I hate that manual is slowly going away. 😔
The 992s interior has an amazing retrograde aesthetic. The incorporation of digital tech while still maintaining a strong and palpable historical reference is something few car makers have been able to execute. While I really like your reviews quite a bit (and subscribed), I think you may have been a bit dismissive of the interior design. I quite like what Mazda is offering these days (great improvement from my moms MPV of my youth) but comparing it to this car is an affront to the ingenuity underlying the design. Otherwise, fantastic review!
There's also a hidden option where another 911 drives up alongside you and fuels your car while moving. It's pricey and Porsche doesn't put it on the menu but for those in the know it's the best.
I have a Jag XKR-S, an XJ SC, and a Giulia......I skipped the C8 because it looks terrible and I'm waiting on the Lexus LC F. If that LC F fails FOR ANY reason; this 911 Pure is where my $100K is going. Toyota, this money is yours to lose...
Sorry Steve, i do like your reviews, but Porsche is nothing for connoisseurs, it's just another status symbol from Germany. Have you forgotten their business model? The pricetag says it all.
For 100k I'd rather have the lexus lc500. Arguably the better buy with more style, luxury, and more reliable to boot. These porsches dont look any different from 15 years ago, and no one even takes a second glance at one in traffic.
I waited 40 years to get my 911. It was worth the wait.
Such an amazing car.
I’ve waited 10 years. Hopefully soon I can too enjoy a 911 with my kids
Ive waited 35 years..still waiting..and dreaming!
@@krs7757 To be honest, I'd rather have my late parents back. My inheritance was the reason that I could finally buy one.
My targa is on order 😀😀😀😀
Steve Hammes - you are the go to person for car reviews. Very professional without gimmicks. Love to get a 911 but my wife won't approve. Minivan here i come...
Thanks, George! I would love to own one of these too but, for me, it's my bank account that gets in the way ;-)
George, till she decided to drive it, take her to a dealer for a ride AND you will have your dream car
Steve Hammes New Car Reviews just wondering , what car(s) do you own/ drive? Love your videos !
A mini van 😂
"Remove this badge and you can easily be in a Mazda". Um, NO ONE will mistake that interior for a Mazda lol.
Take a 6 with the Red Leather interior and you’ve basically got the same thing. Very underwhelming at this stature.
"It's been a long time since I've driven a Porsche with one of these"...I laughed my head off with that one Steve. Always look forward to your reviews ma man. Cheers!
Thanks, buddy!
Very nice and clear. Love the combo of the options, I wouldn't opt for the PASM as it turns the car too stiff, although I would buy the longer front lip. For better contrast, agate will fit better with the bordeaux red interior or if you want to stick with the GT Silver, I would go for the black/beige interior. It's a pitty that the base model doesn't come with manual, as for me the base is just enough... enjoy your toy! Greetings from a guy from Colombia (South America).
Totally agree
PASM makes the car too stiff? I think that you are talking about PDCC.
You got it right, this manual gear box brings the maximum joy in a 992. I had 4 Porsche 1 pdk and 3 manual. I switched to manual because the cldd add imed better acceleration is almost not usable in real tragic: who will launch control at a trafic light or stop? I made it 2 times in 3 years, what counts in real life is the rolling performance and there with 530 nm torque and 35 kg less than pdk it is well performing.
Steve, great review as always! I have to say that all my '911 end swapping' fears went out the window with this one. It held the road as tight as anything else I had ever driven. Must be those monster sneakers on the back.
Did we ever get it up to 190mph? I forget.
Steve Hammes New Car Reviews No time to look at the speed, only what is coming up quickly.
There goes my pension as options in a car 😢😢
That's hilarious! 😄😄😄 Keep the pension!
#SaveTheManuals Awesome review. Equally awesome car. Thanks!
Thanks!
1st gear, 2nd gear, 1st gear, 2nd gear, 1st gear, 2nd gear....how exciting or refreshing is that?! I love this car, but 83 mph before redlining in 2nd gear, makes the PDK a must.
golfbuddy1969 No!!!!! Third gear is the sweet one anyway.
Has been my dream for decades. I hope to be able to find a pre-owned in my range in a couple of years.
Love my 992 Carrera S Manual….smooth!
A fun weekend car if you can afford it cause I damn sure can’t lol
Me, neither!
Love this car
Wait ‘till you see it and hear it in this vid. So awesome.
Excellent articulation, speech, and writing. This should be part of a UA-cam reviewer's basics course. It would eliminate so much unwatchable dross and people who shouldn't be making videos.
Appreciate that!
Amazing machine and manual is the only way to go!
Here's to an Aston Martin DBX review. Steve, make it happen.
That will happen!
Porsche
Accept no substitute
Corvette, buy American or move the F out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
PDK is the best dct in automotive transmission Great review
Nice job on the review. Direct and to the point. Good info on things like the room for big feet.
Perfekt allein ist gut genug: Handschaltung & frei saugender Motor.
I hope 7 manual comes to more cheaper cars aswell. I just switched from 5 to 6 gears. So awsome. And far more comfort and energy efficiency on the highway. I dont care much for top speed or acceleration. But a ride mast be smooth.
So i hope to see the 7 gear before ev take over.
I’ve always been drawn to the 911, but now the price is so high that it is off-putting to value-conscious driving enthusiasts and appealing to conspicuous consumers.
Thanks for the review! I just bought *this* exact car this weekend from PCNA. Still getting used to the car, but nice to see it getting used in anger. ;)
An absolute Dreamcar 👌😉what have i seen in the Screen? You are a Yankees Fan eh 😄😊Greetings from Germany 👋
Yes I am!
Great review sir. I would go with manual if is not my daily driving car. But PDK blew my mind in the new 992! It’s not all about 0-60 but not much slower on manual actually it all depends on the driver on manual!
Awesome review, Steve.
Thanks, Stuart!
So this car had the 10mm lowered suspension? Trying to decide if I want this option driving in the city most of the time.
Just to augment your fine review, Steve, it is important to point out to your smart petrolheaded viewers, that all frunks are bonnets, but bonnets are not necessarily frunks. Let that marinate for a while.
In closing, this is a stunningly specced example of a Bavarian Shooting Brake, without the floppy paddle nonsense, so it receives the highest possible Nena Score:
99 Luftballons/99
There was an English and German version. Did you know I shot the music video? We popped a lot of balloons.
@@stevehammes You were a very talented kid! I recall hearing a lot more of the English version
Hi Steve. The review was worth the wait.
I'm surprised you said the interior can be mistaken for a Mazda... is that saying the quality went down or Mazdas quality went up that much? I know you meant it as a figure of speech but still. Thats not good given its a $100k+ car
The cabin is nothing special...$4k for red seats? Switchgear doesn't feel that premium. It's all about the drive.
I don’t have 911 but I have a 2020 Macan with natural leather interior and sorry but I could never confuse it with a Mazda, such comparison borders on ridiculous, it is much better than my Lexus Is350 interior too. Fit and finish, quality to touch feels premium.
My dream car since I was 10, I hope i could get it. Btw it's so expensive in my country🇵🇭😭😭
I’ve been a Porsche enthusiast and lover of all things Porsche ever since I was in the 7th grade and got my first ride in a Porsche. I’ve followed the company through good times and bad but always remained a loyal follower even when they made questionable choices in their lineup or with certain design choices. But there’s one thing that bugs me more than the first time I saw the 996’s headlight design that it shared with the Boxster and that’s the decision starting with the 991 to close off the engine bay and having a small rear deck lid that opens to show a couple of cooling fans and some caps for topping off fluids. There’s no engine to be seen. Regardless of if you do your own service or take your 911 to a mechanic there’s still always been something special about lifting that rear deck lid and seeing the flat 6 cylinder engine that’s driving all that excitement.
The hidden engine trick is odd. I'd probably make a fake one and put it in the front just to throw people off. ;-) Good way to guarantee dealer service revenue though.
Agreed. Love opening the back of the Air cooled to see and hear that music.
That thing looks fantastic! The interior is beautifully done and contrast with the exterior, perfectly. I only have two problems with this car? Many options that should be standard, and those ridiculous electric door handles? Porsche, give me a stripper with no power seats, Android auto and Apple carplay for eighty thousand! I'll be signing a purchase agreement!
I want a Targa but when I spec'd it it came to $180k. So I'll stick to driving free press cars.
Is there a faster or more power porsche in a manual transmission? Which models?
Manual.transmissions in sports cars should be a must. I hate that manual is slowly going away. 😔
Well done 👍🏻
why do you shift the gear lever so aggressively? loooks like your grinding your shifts every time. sad.
I wasn’t able to kick my puppy that morning. Normally, I’m a peach.
Which would you rather have, factoring in price and the fact that you can get the 992 S with a manual trans would you take this or the new NSX ?
The NSX for its looks and the 911 for its drive.
I like the sound💨💨
Yasss stick shift 🔥🔥🔥
Got to test one ultimate sports car in the Porsche 911. However, when will you test America’s sports car, the new mid-engine Corvette?
October 15. Z51
really, you do preview a sport car and mention about mpg. LOL
I came here because 7 forward gears of manual transmission sounded insane to me.
Have you ever been in a Mazda?
I can tell that you haven’t, at least not recently.
The 992s interior has an amazing retrograde aesthetic. The incorporation of digital tech while still maintaining a strong and palpable historical reference is something few car makers have been able to execute. While I really like your reviews quite a bit (and subscribed), I think you may have been a bit dismissive of the interior design. I quite like what Mazda is offering these days (great improvement from my moms MPV of my youth) but comparing it to this car is an affront to the ingenuity underlying the design. Otherwise, fantastic review!
Mandatory manuals 👍
You know it!
Fantastique quelle que soit la boîte de vitesses …👍😉
So cool.
A 23.7 gallon gas tank is very cheap option.
There's also a hidden option where another 911 drives up alongside you and fuels your car while moving. It's pricey and Porsche doesn't put it on the menu but for those in the know it's the best.
Great review
Thank you!
So shame that the manual transmission is not available here in Japan.
It is because it's incredibly fun.
Damn that sounds sexy.
Great video and summary, but $137k for a 911 is just absurd. Thanks, but no thanks.
oh thats awesome to see
I have a Jag XKR-S, an XJ SC, and a Giulia......I skipped the C8 because it looks terrible and I'm waiting on the Lexus LC F. If that LC F fails FOR ANY reason; this 911 Pure is where my $100K is going. Toyota, this money is yours to lose...
LOVE H O N D A NSX
Is this test car GT Silver on exterior color?
Yes
Wow very nice..um Steve what is the current price??
$115k to start for the CS and $137k as-tested
@@stevehammes okay very cool
Porsche 911 carrera s❤️
Couldn't find a proper track?
Real world test
Half the price of extras went on that red leather seats
I'll take one in blue please.
Auto tranny with paddles is faster. Why don’t you test cars in real world situations like bumper to bumper traffic?
Because that’s not the way you properly test a 911 Carrera S.
Sorry Steve, i do like your reviews, but Porsche is nothing for connoisseurs, it's just another status symbol from Germany. Have you forgotten their business model? The pricetag says it all.
How many have you driven?
@@stevehammes lol, that was easy
Someone needs to get some mowers out and trim that runway or what ever you are using as a closed course.
You available?? 😉
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I'd rather buy a Shelby Super Snake with 800 plus horsepower 🐍
Passionate but slower.
Funny-looking urinepeon car
Glue that ugly spoiler down.
For 100k I'd rather have the lexus lc500. Arguably the better buy with more style, luxury, and more reliable to boot. These porsches dont look any different from 15 years ago, and no one even takes a second glance at one in traffic.
That is true; the Lexus has more sizzle but THIS is the car for the driver.
You will grow one day sir:)
Can't wrap my head around the ugliest spoiler.
Always with the ugly red leather in these Porsche reviews - no matter the reviewer.......
The press cars are often configured the same.
Dodge Demon-accept no substitute