997 does not turn heads at all, too pedestrain looking, see people look right past them regularly, the 991 on the other hand does turn heads, it looks more special , lower, wider , sleeker and better proportioned
I'm absolutely loving CarBuyer... it's not because of those fancy cars, it is because of their simplicity and perfection on reviews like this, a bit different from other websites or magazines.A big congratulations from Brazil !
I own a 2012 991 cabriolet for 2 years and have have to say I am very pleased all around with suspension and exhaust option. Its everything the reviews say about this car. One of the best cars made and I have had 3 other Porsches, I like this one the best.
The Nissan Skyline (r34) and GTR are truly great sport cars, one of many favourites. No matter what, Porsche will always be the best. As a kid, I remember just admiring Porsche's out of any car. Nothing can top it ever. Worth every penny.
On the track yes, blinking lights buttons on the wheel, no backseat, not space for storage, no 4wd and the navigationsystem is in a small screen so you have to choose speed or navigation... The Porsche is a GT gar and sportscar in one.
I owned a 911 (964 version) Carrera 4 in the early 90s for a couple of years. I am always amazed when journos talk about the old models being so hard to drive, dangerous and unpredictable due to the tail happy handling. Bollocks. If you went sideways it was because you were out of control or were a numpty who simply shouldn't have been in it. I enjoyed mine every day commuting through rural Kent up into London and had great fun in it, without getting into a spin. They are great cars.
@@DSG-farts-connoisseur unfortunately not! Since I need a more practical car I got a B8.5 Audi S4 with the 6spd manual and sport diff package and full equip with the other options! I love it but it's no Porsche
Sorry to say, Everytime I go to Montreal for business, I drive a 2006 997S. My Daily is a S5, and I drive a Ferrari 360 Spyder at least 1 week per year, and my best buddy lends me his 2010 Gallardo all the time. Yes, In Canada, a 997S properly loaded was 100K MINIMUM with the ceramic breaks, at the time. Now it's the 991. Don't assume things.
nice car! i have one curiosity... would you do a comparison between this new 911 coupe and the new 2013 corvette with the v8 430hp? iwould like to know which one is the best...
oh really, please tell me how the Aventador, R8 and other super cars that I haven't mentioned have the engine in the mid rear can't have AWD [Which already have them i might add] and why older 911s were called the widow makers.
Yes, that is a thing coupes do. Frameless doors need to drop the window a few to make clearance for the window and to make it easier to open and not damage it if you shut it too hard. Nothing new, doe, this "tehnology" began it's life in the late 90s if i'm not wrong
Cosmin Bajmatara Framed doors also do that in some cars(the decent ones LOL). It facilitates the closing of the door by not allowing air pressure to build inside the car
this porsche doesn't have four wheel drive either. and in the ferrari you do not have to choose between sat nav and a speedo, there is another digital read out that tells you the speed on the other screen in the cluster. and the 458's boot is roughly the same size.
I test drove a used R35 last month before i changed my M3. Incredibly fast but i could not live with that low rent interior (it was a 2008) , neither could i live with worrying about transmission failure or ridiculously short service intervals and eye watering running costs. The 991 is just at another level in terms of interior trim, and although the GT-R is faster you will not find many people who would say its a particularly involving car to drive which is one of the 911's strengths
all right guys! i can see that the nissan GTR is becoming the center of the issue now... i will like to comper two cars, and i will like to know what do you think about them, generally.. nissan gtr 530hp and the F430 scuderia 510hp..
Wow, 7-speed manual looks really weird, but I guess that's just because it is something new that we have never seen before. I would really like to try and drive this with the 7-speed.
Matt, nice review as always, however I'd rather see the channel review 'normal' cars so to speak rather than those very expensive toys which we're seeing as of lately. nonetheless keep up the good work..
The major gripe I hear in my area. The car is very expensive to repair, have heard a few stories from owners. Saying it is very expensive, just for a tune-up, among other things.
Why why why, Tom Jones. It's not unusual in the American market. You've got to realise, when it comes to Porsches, she's a lady. Nothing new with that, pussycat.
John Lawry Reliable!! Bought mine new, some years ago. Broke down after 500 miles 1500 miles etc. Starter motor engaged with engine whilst driving at speed three times. Dealer refused to change car or return money. Court case blah, blah, blah.
It may not come with a manual gearbox, but I think it would be a blast to drive. People are way too critical of cars that have paddle shifters instead of a manual. Honestly, I'm totally fine with Ferrari switching to paddles only on the 458, and the GTR being paddles only. Cars like that are all about crazy numbers (0-60 times, top speed, fast shifts, etc.), and those transmissions make sense on them. I love a good manual gearbox, but flappy paddles can be great on the right car
@ProCarTestetr... well,that is just what i wrote... that this two cars can not be compare with the present engine... they can be compare when the 911 will come out with a more powerful engine. Like the GT2 you mention..
GTRs and Porsche 991 are both great cars according to the people that test drive them.A GTR and a BMW M3 are about the same price in Australia(around $150,000 US dollars).Just a little more than my Citroen C4 turbo diesel(worth about 7 thousand now,lol).0 to 60 miles per hour in about 12 seconds.Anyone of the cars mentioned above would be welcome in my drive way.I have meet a few lucky BMW owners in Australia and they seemed ok to me!
Yeah, but if you supercharge a Z06 with an aftermarket supercharger, or go for a twin turbo setup, you can get well over 1,000 HP, way more than a ZR1. Also, I admit an automatic gets better 0-60 times, but top speed times are not really affected too much whether you have automatic or manual. I see what you are saying though, the GT-R is a bargain supercar for 50% or 25% or 10% of the price (like Bugatti Veyron).
i agree with you 100%. you cant get the same prestige, elegance and refinement in the FTR same as the porsche. don't get me wrong. i love both cars, both are on my top 5 list. but when it comes to the moment i have to decide which one to buy, things you mentioned comes into mind. for that kind of money i would go for the Porsche. oh wait. i already got one.
I tested both the 2009 and the 2015 2009 has more head space for the rear seats which is exactly why I think it's better for anyone who wanna carry an adult who is 170 tall maximum..
The 991 911 Carrera S takes 4.5 sec with the manual and 4.3 sec with the PDK (4.1 with the Sport Chrono package). The Audi S8 4.0 TFSI quattro takes 4.2 sec. So, yes and no. It depends on the transmission. Also, please don`t forget that the 911 has a 3.8 flat six with 400 hp and the S8 has a 4.0 biturbo V8 with 520 hp. They are quite close in a serious drag race, but once there is a corner, the 911 wins easily. The 991 GT3 and Turbo are yet to come, so don`t worry.
Something about Porsches. It turns heads when it drives by, yet the design is so understated for an exotic sports car.
Because it's a Porsche
+violian5 True, I've got a shitty 996 and even that turns the heads of people of all ages
997 does not turn heads at all, too pedestrain looking, see people look right past them regularly, the 991 on the other hand does turn heads, it looks more special , lower, wider , sleeker and better proportioned
lol, 99% of people on street cant tell difference between 997 and 911, so they does turn head for every porsche, except if you are living in dubai...
Dreadzedan they look very similar. They both turn heads.
"Before you try to argue with me I am gonna end this video now" lmaaaooooooo
Best point: You would be great a presenter on Top Gear
Tyrone correction...its amazon
+james bower yeah the old shitty top gear that talks about prius's
+Zack The new show won't be aired untill ~september 2016
I totally agree
Remarkable how the multimedia centers in cars of only 6 years ago look prehistoric.
I'm absolutely loving CarBuyer... it's not because of those fancy cars, it is because of their simplicity and perfection on reviews like this, a bit different from other websites or magazines.A big congratulations from Brazil !
I think Mat's haircut/style has improved and I'm in love with him again!
One of my dream cars. Here in Miami there's a ton of 911 driving around, so I get exited and sad every time I see one.
This is the only review of the 7 speed manual i can find on youtube! Great review!
Great review of a great car! Don't know how you still manage to make every new review a little bit different than the one you made before.
If I had a 991 911 the last thing I'd be doing is playing golf
+Ian Townsend
FOUR RIGHT
Precisely, better off having p@ssies going wet on the co passenger seat :)
I agree, this guy should be a pretender on Top Gear. Very good and very professional
I own a 2012 991 cabriolet for 2 years and have have to say I am very pleased all around with suspension and exhaust option. Its everything the reviews say about this car. One of the best cars made and I have had 3 other Porsches, I like this one the best.
YES! Finally a review of the new 911, with a MANUAL gearbox.
i never used to like Porsches, but I now understand the beauty of this amazing machine!
OMG! 7-speed manual!! I need one... NOW!
my dream car, thanks for the review Matt, have been waiting for it.
The Nissan Skyline (r34) and GTR are truly great sport cars, one of many favourites. No matter what, Porsche will always be the best. As a kid, I remember just admiring Porsche's out of any car. Nothing can top it ever. Worth every penny.
Didn't the Chevrolet Corvette had the first 7-speed manual gearbox in the world? I believe it did.
Great show you guys!! Love it!!
Sincerely
Patrick
my dream car and i think that this is the best 911 that prosche has ever produced
Best Car Reviewer on UA-cam.
This is my favorite car, EVER!!!
Carwow Matt! Crack up!
The last of the naturally aspirated wailing flat sixes
"Oh my god. The steering is rubbish!" In some way that sounded like a Jeremy Clarkson impression haha
Everything this guy said is the reason why Porsches are my dream car! :D
I will not argue with you please continue!
Since Auto Express brings Super hot cars, Matt decided to show them who is the boss :D
You guys make the best videos!
Matt is the best, good job mate
Another great review - thanks Mat!
On the track yes, blinking lights buttons on the wheel, no backseat, not space for storage, no 4wd and the navigationsystem is in a small screen so you have to choose speed or navigation...
The Porsche is a GT gar and sportscar in one.
I owned a 911 (964 version) Carrera 4 in the early 90s for a couple of years. I am always amazed when journos talk about the old models being so hard to drive, dangerous and unpredictable due to the tail happy handling. Bollocks. If you went sideways it was because you were out of control or were a numpty who simply shouldn't have been in it. I enjoyed mine every day commuting through rural Kent up into London and had great fun in it, without getting into a spin. They are great cars.
Nicely done, Matt!
Excellent review, for a near-perfect car!
I would take mine exactly as this one, white, and with the 7-speed manual
so, 9 years later, did you get it that way? or was it some other car?
@@DSG-farts-connoisseur unfortunately not! Since I need a more practical car I got a B8.5 Audi S4 with the 6spd manual and sport diff package and full equip with the other options! I love it but it's no Porsche
At long last a carbuyer review of the 911
Sorry to say, Everytime I go to Montreal for business, I drive a 2006 997S. My Daily is a S5, and I drive a Ferrari 360 Spyder at least 1 week per year, and my best buddy lends me his 2010 Gallardo all the time. Yes, In Canada, a 997S properly loaded was 100K MINIMUM with the ceramic breaks, at the time. Now it's the 991. Don't assume things.
Right, and you're measuring yours ?
I just love his reviews
Nice, but why is the steering on the wrong side?
Great review as always.
nice car! i have one curiosity... would you do a comparison between this new 911 coupe and the new 2013 corvette with the v8 430hp? iwould like to know which one is the best...
oh really, please tell me how the Aventador, R8 and other super cars that I haven't mentioned have the engine in the mid rear can't have AWD [Which already have them i might add] and why older 911s were called the widow makers.
Anyone notice how the window pops up automatically as he shut the door at 5:23 ?
Yes, that is a thing coupes do. Frameless doors need to drop the window a few to make clearance for the window and to make it easier to open and not damage it if you shut it too hard. Nothing new, doe, this "tehnology" began it's life in the late 90s if i'm not wrong
Cosmin Bajmatara Framed doors also do that in some cars(the decent ones LOL). It facilitates the closing of the door by not allowing air pressure to build inside the car
Look how young you are here Mat... :) Had to take a double take as your voice was immediately recognizable.
At what speed does that rear wing come up? Also, at what speed does it go back down?
+ianrkav You can adjust that manually if you want.
is the PCM standard ?? I thought it was optional
Porsche did 911
Worst joke ever!
fuck ya
Is that supposed to be funny?
Please do more sports car reviews!!!!
Good video and reviewer. Top marks.
Lovely car and nice colour.
+sheraz khalid Its white?!
this porsche doesn't have four wheel drive either. and in the ferrari you do not have to choose between sat nav and a speedo, there is another digital read out that tells you the speed on the other screen in the cluster. and the 458's boot is roughly the same size.
I test drove a used R35 last month before i changed my M3. Incredibly fast but i could not live with that low rent interior (it was a 2008) , neither could i live with worrying about transmission failure or ridiculously short service intervals and eye watering running costs.
The 991 is just at another level in terms of interior trim, and although the GT-R is faster you will not find many people who would say its a particularly involving car to drive which is one of the 911's strengths
I’m thinking of swapping my 996 Turbo for one of these. Any advice?
all right guys! i can see that the nissan GTR is becoming the center of the issue now... i will like to comper two cars, and i will like to know what do you think about them, generally.. nissan gtr 530hp and the F430 scuderia 510hp..
Matt from Carwow... He always had that wow swag.
Wow, 7-speed manual looks really weird, but I guess that's just because it is something new that we have never seen before. I would really like to try and drive this with the 7-speed.
are you guys going to do the 2016 models, now that they added Turbo to all of them
and you sir are clearly a madman
Matt, nice review as always, however I'd rather see the channel review 'normal' cars so to speak rather than those very expensive toys which we're seeing as of lately. nonetheless keep up the good work..
I'm going to buy this tomz can't wait
The major gripe I hear in my area. The car is very expensive to repair, have heard a few stories from owners. Saying it is very expensive, just for a tune-up, among other things.
+Tom Jones USA yeah but they are extremely reliable they hardly ever break (so there expensive to repair but they hardly ever need to be repaired)
Why why why, Tom Jones. It's not unusual in the American market. You've got to realise, when it comes to Porsches, she's a lady. Nothing new with that, pussycat.
John Lawry Reliable!! Bought mine new, some years ago. Broke down after 500 miles 1500 miles etc. Starter motor engaged with engine whilst driving at speed three times. Dealer refused to change car or return money. Court case blah, blah, blah.
Probably one of 5 best cars overall on the market today.
Cool,can you make video with Masserati Granturismo?
Does anyone know why loads of manufacturers are moving from hydraulic to electric steering?
34 mpg now that's amazing but i am sure that is manufacturer's figure, also what fuel is that with if petrol then diesel will get more.
Is it just me or is there some bizarre flaw in the lining of the glove box and the door panel looks very flimsy? Maybe carbuyer can chime in on this..
This narrator gives an excellent report. I look forward to buying my very first Porsche. Thank you. Tyler Lord Hamilton
You are no Lord
Yes he is a fukin jay lord
where is neutral on this car?? between 3rd and 4th or 5th and 6th??
Seriously?
It's everywhere !! Lol
as soon as you take it out of the gear its in neutral... lol i assume you never drove a manual ?
its not a "noise Button". It turns on the rest of the cylinders
I like your Clarkeson impersonation "This Steering Is Rubbish" LOL
Absolutely. I'm not saying it's a bad thing at all, in fact it has put it over the R8 V10 on my 'Cars I can probably only ever dream of'-list :-)
I love the sound of that 4.7 V8 of the Quattroprte
Great review!
Hi, can You do a review on the latest ford mondeo ecoboost?
It may not come with a manual gearbox, but I think it would be a blast to drive. People are way too critical of cars that have paddle shifters instead of a manual. Honestly, I'm totally fine with Ferrari switching to paddles only on the 458, and the GTR being paddles only. Cars like that are all about crazy numbers (0-60 times, top speed, fast shifts, etc.), and those transmissions make sense on them. I love a good manual gearbox, but flappy paddles can be great on the right car
The A8 W12 has quite a lot of gadgets as well to transfer all that power to the road. Plus its 4-wheel-drive. Its entirely possible.
Think about the quality, comfort, service and features. It's not just about speed and acceleration.
MANUAL!!!
Good Straight Forward Review, Thanks ;).
isn't the pcm optional ??
He said ONE OF THE best.
Very good reviewer
@ProCarTestetr... well,that is just what i wrote... that this two cars can not be compare with the present engine... they can be compare when the 911 will come out with a more powerful engine. Like the GT2 you mention..
GTRs and Porsche 991 are both great cars according to the people that test drive them.A GTR and a BMW M3 are about the same price in Australia(around $150,000 US dollars).Just a little more than my Citroen C4 turbo diesel(worth about 7 thousand now,lol).0 to 60 miles per hour in about 12 seconds.Anyone of the cars mentioned above would be welcome in my drive way.I have meet a few lucky BMW owners in Australia and they seemed ok to me!
PDK are brilliant gearbox.
what is cooler.. this or mercedes sls amg??
Whats with the fugly dash clock?
Wow, the new 911 goes toe to toe with a 2002 Corvette C5 Z06! It must be the best all around sports car in the world;)
Can you do a review on the new corvette
Is it the same size as an Audi tt in the back ?
no its longer
Samath Lokuge He was asking about width, not length.
Anthony Kelmann the width is probably the same
I mean in the back seats
Yeah, but if you supercharge a Z06 with an aftermarket supercharger, or go for a twin turbo setup, you can get well over 1,000 HP, way more than a ZR1. Also, I admit an automatic gets better 0-60 times, but top speed times are not really affected too much whether you have automatic or manual. I see what you are saying though, the GT-R is a bargain supercar for 50% or 25% or 10% of the price (like Bugatti Veyron).
i agree with you 100%. you cant get the same prestige, elegance and refinement in the FTR same as the porsche. don't get me wrong. i love both cars, both are on my top 5 list. but when it comes to the moment i have to decide which one to buy, things you mentioned comes into mind. for that kind of money i would go for the Porsche. oh wait. i already got one.
Yes but out of that, you havent mentioned the build up quality and materials, so that counts.
i'm waiting with passion the review of the porsche cayman 2013
I tested both the 2009 and the 2015
2009 has more head space for the rear seats which is exactly why I think it's better for anyone who wanna carry an adult who is 170 tall maximum..
I can't wait for the turbo.
The 991 911 Carrera S takes 4.5 sec with the manual and 4.3 sec with the PDK (4.1 with the Sport Chrono package). The Audi S8 4.0 TFSI quattro takes 4.2 sec. So, yes and no. It depends on the transmission. Also, please don`t forget that the 911 has a 3.8 flat six with 400 hp and the S8 has a 4.0 biturbo V8 with 520 hp. They are quite close in a serious drag race, but once there is a corner, the 911 wins easily. The 991 GT3 and Turbo are yet to come, so don`t worry.
0:50 - best traction control ever is on the nissan gt-r - which deals with the turbo - so please measure your words.
You should be the new presenter of Top Gear ngl.
Please, review the Cayman S!