The T is for 911 drivers who care more about the daily driving experience than showing other car guys that they can afford the more expensive versions.
I really like Nick's reviews. I like the honesty and well-reasoned opinions. A lot of other car reviewers on RUclips (who depend on staying in the good graces of the manufacturers) are way too positive in their reviews, and do nothing but drool over horsepower and torque. And wow, it hadn't even occurred to me that Porsche is actually selling 911s that don't have a LSD. That totally defeats the purpose, turns the car into a fair weather, straight line accelerator, and is really unbecoming a brand like Porsche.
Hey Nick! Remember me? You sold me your snow tires for my m3!! We met in Greenwich. I just ordered my Shark Blue carrera T with black interior (non painted interior) before seeing this video. Love that this car got your stamp of approval.
@NickMurray AWESOME! I am sitting at the airport on my way to do European Delivery of My Rubystar Neo Carrera T... This video literally could not have come out at a BETTER TIME!!
Such a great take on which Porsche models actually deliver the most fun! The production values and colour grading of your vid’s are also first rate. I have been watching your channel for a few years and it continues to get even better.
The man has a clue because he recognizes the true value of things and is not confused by key figures and sales marketing. The 911T is one of the most sought-after models on the used car market.
Hi Nick , completely agree with your opinion . I have to repair my 911 in my garage with parts shipped from Europe and the US . My 997.1 has now 16 years and is 100% working, a wonder with our bad roads here in Central America. I want to see all these driving computers in 16 years when all the electronic is falling apart and none of the gimmicks is working any longer . Error codes everywhere , I can actually see it with the Porsche Cayenne GTS from my neighbour (a nightmare!). Keep it simple and always safe travels. Best Porsche channel ever. Kind regards from Panama.
Glad to see you're back Nick! I was worried your family was holding you for ransom in NZ. Clearly they would have struggled to get anyone to pay hence my concern!
I am what you'd call an Early Adopter of Nick: I first started watching the Mad Lad around a decade ago when he was going Full Karen on Porsche for giving him the run around for his 911 Lemon. I am glad he is going back to his roots
Welcome back. Love your reviews: Not sure what the rationale is behind Porsche's decision to bundle certain options and features, but you hit the nail on the head. I observe the car's owner earned a Combat Infantryman's Badge: Please thank him for his service.
Thank you Nick, for a great review of the "T". I haven't seen one of your videos in a while. Alway a pleasure to to hear for you you and watch one of your videos
Superb car. Lovely review too. This Carrera T really looks and sounds something else! Makes a lot of sense to have ‘useable power’ rather than all those fancy numbers which you really cannot unleash except on a safe closed track. Porsches and all ought to be daily driven and enjoyed like they were originally envisaged to be.
Dude!!! This is the only modern car review I have seen all year. I watched it only because of your underrated Kiwi charisma.. BUT can we have some reviews of classics please?
I'm listening to this gentleman for five minutes and I think he's the best car RUclipsr out there. I love the attitude, the glasses, that certain WASPness, but also breaking the rules with that gorilla in the back seat. This is a kind of Sprezzatura!
Hey Nick. I couldn't agree with you more. Less is more. Looks like the T offers a good bang for the buck. Rare for Porsche these days. Great review. Thanks. BTW, you know that ginger giant is drooling for that roof!! LOL
Buy one Nick! I would look forward to the immense joy, slowly turning to frustration, and finally ending in a lemon buy-back that only you can accomplish on any newly purchased 911 Porsche 🎉. Makes for an enjoyable but also predictable series, and we all love your predictability 👍
I agree with this almost 100% as I have been trying to upgrade my base 992 to a T, however the only regret I have on my 992 is that the base stereo is absolutely horrendous :( My Base is essentially a 911T before it was announced with sports chrono, exhaust, sports plus seats and no additional options as it does not need any! T is a perfect package
Appreciate your usual candid opinions. As a daily driver in NZ - where the motorways frequently become giant parking lots… I can’t have a manual (due to a left knee injury) - so PDK has enabled me to enjoy a sports car without physical pain… so personal needs sometimes dictate our choices.
Great review. But my experience is completely different. My GT3 was a great daily. Behind the seat and bonnet storage. Raw and loud. 20 gallon gas tank. Front axle lift. Perfect daily.
Thanks Nick great video and good to see William back. Greetings from Sunny Blighty. I'm now the proud owner of a 981 Spyper..best drivers car for the money IMHO.
Ah I’ve found my base Macan just a little underpowered. It’s no big deal as I also have a 718 4.0 in the garage for kicks, but if the Macan was my only car I’d recommend spending the extra to get an S with the V6 engine.
I have learned more from you videos than Porsche own web site. I have a 5 July, 2024 Deliver Date for a 911 Carerra Cabriolet, Gentian Blue Metallic and Blue roof. Leather interior in Graphite Blue with Chalk Stitching. Deviated Leather 14 way seats with Chalk center, Extended Fuel Tank. Power Steering Plus, heated steering wheel, Adaptive Cruise Control, Storage Package, Seat belts in chalk, Under Door Puddle Light, Premium Package with Remote ParkAssist ( a $6500 option), Remote ParkAssist incl. LCA and 3D Surround View, Ventilated and Heated Seats, Power Folding Mirrors, Ambient Lighting, Bose Surround Sound System, Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS), Rear Lid Grill Vertical Slat Inlays in Exterior ColorTotal Cost w/tax , title & license fees, $160, 100.84. Options were $22000.
Great review as always. Personally I can't stand revving the crap out of stuff. I used to ride a Kawasaki ZX6R which looks cool but does little until 11,000rpm, and I hated that. Also used to have a 997 carrera s which had nothing down low, also didn't like it as much as the turbocharged engines.
Terrific review. Less is certainly more here. A Kiwi master class in good sense too. At long last the dash cam is offered as a factory fit - a common sense failure previously.
I'm obviously late to this discussion, but I had no idea this detail until you mentioned it. The fact that a brand new 911 costs $120-150K+ doesn't come with an LSD is pretty insane. I'm sure there's an argument that you don't need one, sure. But come on, for borderline supercar's worth of money you'd think they'd include it.
Nice to have you back from New Zealandand and I enjoyed the review. My wife and I are planning a trip to New Zealand next March and can’t wait to see some of the views you’ve shared with us before.
Great review! Really loving my 992T so far and I've just hit 700 miles. I definitely feel that the T is a IYKYK car... not a big horsepower vehicle but a lot of fun around town.
Spot on review. I own a 981 Boxster Spyder which I have car-swapped with my friends with various other modern Porsche models. The Carrera T is easily my favorite 911 and the one I’d buy if I wanted a 911. Modern cars have gotten too fast to enjoy on real roads. Although the Carrera T is still perhaps too fast to safely explore the limits, it’s generally just right for an occasional burst of spirited driving and the short-throw shifter is a huge part of the experience.
Fully agree Carrera T is a great car. Had a 991 T for 2 years and then upgraded to 991 GT3 Touring. Completely different car, much more raw but still it is my daily car. If I would not drive a GT3 then I would take a T again, definitely. I would spec it with manual gearbox like the GT3. I also agree that high power models like turbo s with pdk takes away a lot of the fun as you get to maximum allowed speed on the road way to fast. Carrera T is plenty of fun, sound and comfort.
Another great review Nick. Super advice 👏🏻 The only downside is that the T arrives late in the model cycle. For those getting a 992.2 Carrera S, they will have at least two years’ use before a T is even on sale.
@@NickMurray yes - if it arrived at the beginning of the production cycle it would make much more sense. As is, it almost falls into the GTS basket; it’s going to look dated fast when the 992.2 is out next year with the Taycan dash etc.
Also you can order the rear wheel steering also - not available in the base Carrera. And light weight glass and rear seat delete and less sound deadening also over the base Carrera.
I drove a 991 911 Carrera S recently for a few days and I must say, that's all the power I would want on public roads, no need for top spec 911s in the 992 platform.
I completely agree with you, Nick. And by that logic, the Boxster/Cayman (GTS trim to get the boxer-6) are the sweetest spot-- plus you get a REAL trunk/boot.
@@michaeljordan6008 really don’t get your rationale here - Porsche clearly doesn’t use inferior quality body-panels, paint or construction techniques on Boxsters vs 911s, so you must be talking about early 986s with the 996 interior? Current 718 interior is on a par with its contemporary the 991.2. The 992 interior is more modern but “quality” of 718 interior isn’t inferior…
Nick, I was just at the Porsche Center Experience in Atlanta and drove the Turbo S and the Carrera S manual, these are my observations. Even if I had the money, I would not buy the Turbo S, it is crazy fast, too fast for the road. It has so much power, you cannot enjoy the car. It's like riding a lion, you're not sure when it will throw you off and eat you for lunch. As for the Carera S, the power was perfect, I was actually able to pull away from someone behind me (we were on a track) in the Turbo S because the S is so easy to drive fast, and so tossable in the corners. That being said, I did not care for the manual, my opinion is based on growing up in the UK (where you have to pass your driving test on a manual in order to be licensed to drive a manual) and having driven manual for the past 30 years. I know some will disagree, but I now prefer the PDK. As for the manual, first, the pedals are set off to the right, your left leg does not line up with the clutch pedal. Even my instructor noted that the clutch pedal hurts her ankle after an hour of driving because of its mis-alignment. Perhaps someone can enlighten us as to why Porsche has done this? Second, the clutch pedal travel is very long, the bite point is very short, making smooth and rapid shifts, especially on a track, a tedious process. Third, I found the gear shift to be notchy, and a long throw, too long. I did however, enjoy the rev matching, which makes you look like a pro. I am hoping to make a 911 my next car, waiting for the 992.2. Thanks as always, for your excellent review of the T. Any chance you might review the Dakar?
Great review Nick. If the Carrera T had been available when I ordered my S, I would have opted for the T instead. The S is an exercise in frustration - too damn fast for busy public roads. I really don't get to open it up without worrying about the speed and safety to others.
Nick, Thanks for this video. I am ordering a Carrera T on Tuesday and was wondering about : 1.) Carmine Red vd Guards Red. - The Carmine seems deeper but maybe dull? Guards Red seems brighter but too bright? 2.) Is the Aerokit with the fixed back wing a good idea? Or is the standard back wind deflector adequate for downforce in most driving? 3.) Is a leather interior a good idea and also with extended leather on the dash and door panels? I wanted a 992 GTS or S but the dealer only will allocate this T allocation to me. So I appreciate your thoughts on this.
Shark Blue sure does look a lot like Miami Blue in the bright sunlight. Love the color and the car! I agree the T would make for an ideal daily driver 911.
Confirms trend magazine group reviews have been saying for 15 yrs. Base models with a few key items are more fun, more usable, I drive a base model and thought 2 yrs max, 6 yrs later I still savor it, manual helps keep me involved
Instant iconic classic.Most people buying this car wont totally understand what they have.The only thing I don't like is because it has the rear windscreen from the GT3 that is much lighter and few people know that it's extremely prone to chipping.
There’s not much! The biggest noticeable difference is the engine! The T has lower power but also smaller turbos. You have to work it a bit harder to get power out of it, however even in the T there’s plenty of it.
This has always been on my radar. My sister has a really nice 992 Targa 4S. She got it at sticker, but it’s still an eye-watering $180K with loads of options. She loves it, but I would certainly prefer a lighter and simpler car. The Carrera Ts appear to hold their value pretty well. I’m this generation will as well.
Not sure why anybody would want the light-weight glass, especially in areas where they get hail. I want the toughest glass I can get! Thanks for the review, Nick!
I don't think in the US you can even option the regular glass back in , unlike the 991.2 T. I was thinking the same thing. Supposedly it has a rear defogger but I wonder how it works without any heating coils in the glass.
One reason why it would be great to be able to get all the T-only goodies on the base (c'mon Porsche). That and the lowering. I may be in the minority on this but, unless you're tracking it, for daily'ing and our (US) increasingly crappy roads the 911 doesn't (does it?) need to be any lower than it already is! I did not hear that you could opt out of that either.
I think there are a few chains of thoughts. One is daily and for those that has only one vehicle. For another, it’s not about the daily drive, it’s about taking it out for a weekend
Nick, you forgot to mention the available rear wheel steering. I have ordered one the day it was announced got it in spring and I am enjoying it everyday! Was trying to luck myself in a GT3 without the extra adm, but after driving the T for almost three months, I don’t regret my choice. The painted interior is almost a must (it’s a free option for the T, I have it too), otherwise you get the smudge_fingerprints magnet piano black one. Yucks.
Fantastic review Nick - thanks! Been viewing your channel for years. Agree with you completely that the T is the sweet spot of the range and am close to pulling the trigger. Question for you - with the reduced sound deadening on the T, how is the road noise inside the car vs. say the S? I'm going to have my almost 3 yr old in the back during weekend joy rides, and just double checking on making the right choice. Thanks again!
If you're going to spec a light color you need to spec the $3,240 Sport Design Front Fascia. Hopefully they allow you to opt out of the $640 Front Spoiler Lip in Exterior Color. The 911 Dakar wheels would be nice as well - if the offset allows them to be adapted.
Good one Nick . Seems like the sweet spot . All my sports cars have been manual but I'd really like to take a PDK for a drive . An aggressive auto that shifts down going into corners sound interesting .
@@zoner__ I get that impression from what I have read , telepathic was the description . My cousin has a Macan , I may have to drive it next time I'm around him .
@@EdD-ym6le you will always be in the proper gear and keeping two hands on the wheel is a better experience. I know others will disagree but to each his own.
@@EdD-ym6le my friend was looking at Mercedes BMW and I told him to try the Macan. First the wife got one and year after he got one. And they are not enthusiasts they had Cadillac and Lincoln before.
Nick, you mentioned a different gear ratio on the manual optioned T but I have never heard this. When the Porsche released the information about the 992 T, they mentioned a light weight battery, shorter shifter along with the other stuff you mentioned but I’ve never heard anything about a different gear ratio. I did hear that the T has a slightly different tune from the factory but maybe the person saying that felt a gear ratio change compared to the base? My T will be delivered in Jan24 so I have no car to compare the T with.
There is no different tune to the engine is is 100% the same as the base engine. In the manual transmission there are slightly lower ratios to the S model MT.
@@NickMurray I believe for the 992 the S, T and GTS share the exact same transmission & ratios. It’s only on the 991.2 that the T got lowers gears vs the base! Confusing, I know! 🥴
Nick; I got an F82 back in 2019 cause of your videos. I’m looking to go to Porsche now but the GT3 is just too expensive; I’m looking at the 992 T or a 992 S. Thanks for your videos they are very informative and helpful in making my decision about my next car.
Sorry team I uploaded the wrong file this morning, 🙄 this is the correct file. I know I am a mess.
does the Carrera T have the audible collision warning system that other Porsches have?
The T is for 911 drivers who care more about the daily driving experience than showing other car guys that they can afford the more expensive versions.
As always, frank comments without repeating marketing bulshit and not getting excited about unnecessary expensive options
🎯 🎯 🎯
Finally you’re back! Probably my favorite car RUclipsr!
I really like Nick's reviews. I like the honesty and well-reasoned opinions. A lot of other car reviewers on RUclips (who depend on staying in the good graces of the manufacturers) are way too positive in their reviews, and do nothing but drool over horsepower and torque. And wow, it hadn't even occurred to me that Porsche is actually selling 911s that don't have a LSD. That totally defeats the purpose, turns the car into a fair weather, straight line accelerator, and is really unbecoming a brand like Porsche.
Agreed! Porsche offering their premier base sports car without LSD is absolute attrocity. Come on!
Rear tires last a lot longer without LSD. For a daily driver it doesn’t matter so much.
@@GarthGoldberg you mean one tire lasts longer?
@@GarthGoldberg That's true but not really the point when you buy a 911
Its because Nick has a very high end day job, so this is truly his hobby.
Thank you for coming back to your RUclips channel Nick! I almost thought you forgot you have one!
Mine is just about to start production, loved my 991.2 T but this one I got to spec out myself. It's going to be a keeper!
Congrats! Mine arrives next month. Can't wait.
Hey Nick! Remember me? You sold me your snow tires for my m3!! We met in Greenwich. I just ordered my Shark Blue carrera T with black interior (non painted interior) before seeing this video. Love that this car got your stamp of approval.
@NickMurray AWESOME! I am sitting at the airport on my way to do European Delivery of My Rubystar Neo Carrera T... This video literally could not have come out at a BETTER TIME!!
Bold choice!
Congrats! Enjoy your car on Zee OUT-O-Bahn!
Such a great take on which Porsche models actually deliver the most fun!
The production values and colour grading of your vid’s are also first rate.
I have been watching your channel for a few years and it continues to get even better.
Loving mine, glad I got the manual
The man has a clue because he recognizes the true value of things and is not confused by key figures and sales marketing. The 911T is one of the most sought-after models on the used car market.
Got a 24 model year!! Coming in August, Ruby Star w/ buckets, rear axle, and three pedals 👍👍
Hi Nick , completely agree with your opinion . I have to repair my 911 in my garage with parts shipped from Europe and the US . My 997.1 has now 16 years and is 100% working, a wonder with our bad roads here in Central America. I want to see all these driving computers in 16 years when all the electronic is falling apart and none of the gimmicks is working any longer . Error codes everywhere , I can actually see it with the Porsche Cayenne GTS from my neighbour (a nightmare!). Keep it simple and always safe travels. Best Porsche channel ever. Kind regards from Panama.
Best honest review of the T. Love that Porsche and BMW have started offering built in dash cams.
Glad to see you're back Nick! I was worried your family was holding you for ransom in NZ. Clearly they would have struggled to get anyone to pay hence my concern!
I am what you'd call an Early Adopter of Nick:
I first started watching the Mad Lad around a decade ago when he was going Full Karen on Porsche for giving him the run around for his 911 Lemon.
I am glad he is going back to his roots
Welcome back.
Love your reviews: Not sure what the rationale is behind Porsche's decision to bundle certain options and features, but you hit the nail on the head.
I observe the car's owner earned a Combat Infantryman's Badge: Please thank him for his service.
Thank you Nick, for a great review of the "T". I haven't seen one of your videos in a while. Alway a pleasure to to hear for you you and watch one of your videos
Man I love your videos - common sense, fun, informative. We want more!!!
Superb car. Lovely review too. This Carrera T really looks and sounds something else! Makes a lot of sense to have ‘useable power’ rather than all those fancy numbers which you really cannot unleash except on a safe closed track. Porsches and all ought to be daily driven and enjoyed like they were originally envisaged to be.
Great job Nick. As a ‘21 Carrera S owner w/manual I couldn’t agree with you more. Best driving experience.
The video we all wanted about the Carrera T!!! Thank you Nick sir 🎉❤
Dude!!! This is the only modern car review I have seen all year. I watched it only because of your underrated Kiwi charisma.. BUT can we have some reviews of classics please?
Next week….
Hi Nick - how did you find road noise in the T (with the thinner glass) compared with a standard C2 or C2S?
ahh Nick, truly the best reviews all around. Keep it up dude!
A Festivus for the rest of us - as always great review from Nick. I share the the same enthusiasm about "less is more" idea.
You're spot on... more unique than the base, great value on the T-only options, more driver engagement (fun). It's the 911 for real drivers.
genuine Porsche fan, thats you Nick.
I'm listening to this gentleman for five minutes and I think he's the best car RUclipsr out there. I love the attitude, the glasses, that certain WASPness, but also breaking the rules with that gorilla in the back seat. This is a kind of Sprezzatura!
Hey Nick. I couldn't agree with you more. Less is more. Looks like the T offers a good bang for the buck. Rare for Porsche these days. Great review. Thanks. BTW, you know that ginger giant is drooling for that roof!! LOL
Buy one Nick! I would look forward to the immense joy, slowly turning to frustration, and finally ending in a lemon buy-back that only you can accomplish on any newly purchased 911 Porsche 🎉. Makes for an enjoyable but also predictable series, and we all love your predictability 👍
I was just thinking "hasn't been a Nick video in a while," and lo and behold!
I can't get excited about the 992. It's so big and so plain looking
Not uncommon to hear it's more appealing to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow. My Si and I agree to that statement!
Welcome back from Kiwiland, were waiting for your next video.
I agree with this almost 100% as I have been trying to upgrade my base 992 to a T, however the only regret I have on my 992 is that the base stereo is absolutely horrendous :(
My Base is essentially a 911T before it was announced with sports chrono, exhaust, sports plus seats and no additional options as it does not need any!
T is a perfect package
Appreciate your usual candid opinions. As a daily driver in NZ - where the motorways frequently become giant parking lots… I can’t have a manual (due to a left knee injury) - so PDK has enabled me to enjoy a sports car without physical pain… so personal needs sometimes dictate our choices.
I am never running down PDK, it is excellent and does so much more than the MT, it is just nice to have the choice
Great review. But my experience is completely different. My GT3 was a great daily. Behind the seat and bonnet storage. Raw and loud. 20 gallon gas tank. Front axle lift. Perfect daily.
I immediately looked at this when I saw the 992 on the Utube thumbnail. Then, I heard Vivaldi playing - Oh, it is Nick Murray. Good review.
Nick's Symphony
Nick Murray content on a Friday ? Dayum it’s going to be a great weekend.
Thanks Nick great video and good to see William back. Greetings from Sunny Blighty. I'm now the proud owner of a 981 Spyper..best drivers car for the money IMHO.
I would agree and say this also goes for the Macan, the base is super smooth and peppy.
Ah I’ve found my base Macan just a little underpowered. It’s no big deal as I also have a 718 4.0 in the garage for kicks, but if the Macan was my only car I’d recommend spending the extra to get an S with the V6 engine.
Totally agree, the T is the sweet spot
I have learned more from you videos than Porsche own web site. I have a 5 July, 2024 Deliver Date for a 911 Carerra Cabriolet, Gentian Blue Metallic and Blue roof. Leather interior in Graphite Blue with Chalk Stitching. Deviated Leather 14 way seats with Chalk center, Extended Fuel Tank. Power Steering Plus, heated steering wheel, Adaptive Cruise Control, Storage Package, Seat belts in chalk, Under Door Puddle Light, Premium Package with Remote ParkAssist ( a $6500 option), Remote ParkAssist incl. LCA and 3D Surround View, Ventilated and Heated Seats, Power Folding Mirrors, Ambient Lighting, Bose Surround Sound System, Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS), Rear Lid Grill Vertical Slat Inlays in Exterior ColorTotal Cost w/tax , title & license fees, $160, 100.84. Options were $22000.
Great review as always. Personally I can't stand revving the crap out of stuff. I used to ride a Kawasaki ZX6R which looks cool but does little until 11,000rpm, and I hated that. Also used to have a 997 carrera s which had nothing down low, also didn't like it as much as the turbocharged engines.
Terrific review. Less is certainly more here. A Kiwi master class in good sense too. At long last the dash cam is offered as a factory fit - a common sense failure previously.
Fantastic information as usual love watching your videos. Thank you
I'm obviously late to this discussion, but I had no idea this detail until you mentioned it. The fact that a brand new 911 costs $120-150K+ doesn't come with an LSD is pretty insane. I'm sure there's an argument that you don't need one, sure. But come on, for borderline supercar's worth of money you'd think they'd include it.
FINALLY A NICK PORSCHE VIDEO!!! I cant wait to get mine, its being built!!!! :D
Nice to have you back from New Zealandand and I enjoyed the review. My wife and I are planning a trip to New Zealand next March and can’t wait to see some of the views you’ve shared with us before.
Great review! Really loving my 992T so far and I've just hit 700 miles. I definitely feel that the T is a IYKYK car... not a big horsepower vehicle but a lot of fun around town.
Nick, your realness is appreciated as usual. Just make sure William is strapped in.
Nick, any updates on dealers with allocations for custom ordering a T? I'd like to place an order for one. I don't mind waiting.
Spot on review. I own a 981 Boxster Spyder which I have car-swapped with my friends with various other modern Porsche models.
The Carrera T is easily my favorite 911 and the one I’d buy if I wanted a 911.
Modern cars have gotten too fast to enjoy on real roads. Although the Carrera T is still perhaps too fast to safely explore the limits, it’s generally just right for an occasional burst of spirited driving and the short-throw shifter is a huge part of the experience.
Fully agree Carrera T is a great car. Had a 991 T for 2 years and then upgraded to 991 GT3 Touring. Completely different car, much more raw but still it is my daily car. If I would not drive a GT3 then I would take a T again, definitely. I would spec it with manual gearbox like the GT3. I also agree that high power models like turbo s with pdk takes away a lot of the fun as you get to maximum allowed speed on the road way to fast. Carrera T is plenty of fun, sound and comfort.
70 in second with the shorter gearing, lol what are the other gears for?
Less is more may be true for Porsche models. But not NM videos. Fun to see this pop up. Thank you as always.
I was going to say, this could've gone on and on in more detailed impressions yet!
Another great review Nick. Super advice 👏🏻 The only downside is that the T arrives late in the model cycle. For those getting a 992.2 Carrera S, they will have at least two years’ use before a T is even on sale.
True!
@@NickMurray yes - if it arrived at the beginning of the production cycle it would make much more sense. As is, it almost falls into the GTS basket; it’s going to look dated fast when the 992.2 is out next year with the Taycan dash etc.
Also you can order the rear wheel steering also - not available in the base Carrera. And light weight glass and rear seat delete and less sound deadening also over the base Carrera.
I drove a 991 911 Carrera S recently for a few days and I must say, that's all the power I would want on public roads, no need for top spec 911s in the 992 platform.
I completely agree with you, Nick. And by that logic, the Boxster/Cayman (GTS trim to get the boxer-6) are the sweetest spot-- plus you get a REAL trunk/boot.
True, but they look cheap compared to any 911.
@@michaeljordan6008 Just not true. It's not about having the most money you know but enjoying the car you bought.
@@michaeljordan6008 really don’t get your rationale here - Porsche clearly doesn’t use inferior quality body-panels, paint or construction techniques on Boxsters vs 911s, so you must be talking about early 986s with the 996 interior? Current 718 interior is on a par with its contemporary the 991.2. The 992 interior is more modern but “quality” of 718 interior isn’t inferior…
Nick, please confirm whether the torque vectoring system (PTVS) is available on the Carrera T.
It's not listed on the specifications schedule.
It is standard, no an option
Just got the call for my Porsche Carrera T allocation!
Is it wrong that I'm going to spec it with PDK? (Want to daily drive it)
I notice that the monogramming on the rear was was removed. Some people don't like that but I love it.
Carrera T, M/T with rear steer and aero kit is the coolest spec.
Love the idea of a factory dash cam, especially with audible confirmations.
Nick, I was just at the Porsche Center Experience in Atlanta and drove the Turbo S and the Carrera S manual, these are my observations. Even if I had the money, I would not buy the Turbo S, it is crazy fast, too fast for the road. It has so much power, you cannot enjoy the car. It's like riding a lion, you're not sure when it will throw you off and eat you for lunch. As for the Carera S, the power was perfect, I was actually able to pull away from someone behind me (we were on a track) in the Turbo S because the S is so easy to drive fast, and so tossable in the corners. That being said, I did not care for the manual, my opinion is based on growing up in the UK (where you have to pass your driving test on a manual in order to be licensed to drive a manual) and having driven manual for the past 30 years. I know some will disagree, but I now prefer the PDK. As for the manual, first, the pedals are set off to the right, your left leg does not line up with the clutch pedal. Even my instructor noted that the clutch pedal hurts her ankle after an hour of driving because of its mis-alignment. Perhaps someone can enlighten us as to why Porsche has done this? Second, the clutch pedal travel is very long, the bite point is very short, making smooth and rapid shifts, especially on a track, a tedious process. Third, I found the gear shift to be notchy, and a long throw, too long. I did however, enjoy the rev matching, which makes you look like a pro. I am hoping to make a 911 my next car, waiting for the 992.2. Thanks as always, for your excellent review of the T. Any chance you might review the Dakar?
Nothing wrong with PDK, it has MANY advantages over MT. Agree about the Turbo S. 🙂
Drove the GTS at PEC ATL. Same thought, way too much power.
Great review Nick. If the Carrera T had been available when I ordered my S, I would have opted for the T instead. The S is an exercise in frustration - too damn fast for busy public roads. I really don't get to open it up without worrying about the speed and safety to others.
Nick,
Thanks for this video. I am ordering a Carrera T on Tuesday and was wondering about :
1.) Carmine Red vd Guards Red. - The Carmine seems deeper but maybe dull? Guards Red seems brighter but too bright?
2.) Is the Aerokit with the fixed back wing a good idea? Or is the standard back wind deflector adequate for downforce in most driving?
3.) Is a leather interior a good idea and also with extended leather on the dash and door panels?
I wanted a 992 GTS or S but the dealer only will allocate this T allocation to me. So I appreciate your thoughts on this.
Nice review! T with some small modifications should also be very awesome on the track! Hope to see your new car revealing soon!
Nick looks suspiciously comfortable holding that stubby little stick shift. 🤔🤔🤔🤔
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OMG, he did seem joyful with his hand wrapped around it didn't he, lol.
Shark Blue sure does look a lot like Miami Blue in the bright sunlight. Love the color and the car! I agree the T would make for an ideal daily driver 911.
I’ll take mine in Mamba green
Options are the killer
Enjoyed the review. You did a great job selling the merits of the Carrera T Nick.
Great video Nick hopefully I’ll like mine that’s coming in in July manual transmission and rear steering.
Welcome back Nick! Great review 😊
Confirms trend magazine group reviews have been saying for 15 yrs. Base models with a few key items are more fun, more usable, I drive a base model and thought 2 yrs max, 6 yrs later I still savor it, manual helps keep me involved
Finallyy a new video!!
Thanks for the notification for the alert!!
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The T would also be my pick out of the current 911 range. The Sport Design package is a must-have for me though!
Instant iconic classic.Most people buying this car wont totally understand what they have.The only thing I don't like is because it has the rear windscreen from the GT3 that is much lighter and few people know that it's extremely prone to chipping.
Any chance you could do a comparison video between the Carrera S and T models? Thank you.
There’s not much! The biggest noticeable difference is the engine! The T has lower power but also smaller turbos. You have to work it a bit harder to get power out of it, however even in the T there’s plenty of it.
This has always been on my radar. My sister has a really nice 992 Targa 4S. She got it at sticker, but it’s still an eye-watering $180K with loads of options. She loves it, but I would certainly prefer a lighter and simpler car. The Carrera Ts appear to hold their value pretty well. I’m this generation will as well.
Yes, the Targa is 600 pounds heavier than the base Carrera which in my mind makes it a cruiser not a true enthusiast 911.
How much stiffer is the ride than the base since it’s lowered and has stiffer anti-roll bars?
Not sure why anybody would want the light-weight glass, especially in areas where they get hail. I want the toughest glass I can get! Thanks for the review, Nick!
I don't think in the US you can even option the regular glass back in , unlike the 991.2 T. I was thinking the same thing. Supposedly it has a rear defogger but I wonder how it works without any heating coils in the glass.
One reason why it would be great to be able to get all the T-only goodies on the base (c'mon Porsche). That and the lowering. I may be in the minority on this but, unless you're tracking it, for daily'ing and our (US) increasingly crappy roads the 911 doesn't (does it?) need to be any lower than it already is! I did not hear that you could opt out of that either.
@@springertube I agree with the lowering...my base Carrera is already too low for the way I drive. i guess I need the "raising" feature.
I think there are a few chains of thoughts. One is daily and for those that has only one vehicle. For another, it’s not about the daily drive, it’s about taking it out for a weekend
Agree, the one to have in the line up for sure.
Nick, you forgot to mention the available rear wheel steering.
I have ordered one the day it was announced got it in spring and I am enjoying it everyday! Was trying to luck myself in a GT3 without the extra adm, but after driving the T for almost three months, I don’t regret my choice.
The painted interior is almost a must (it’s a free option for the T, I have it too), otherwise you get the smudge_fingerprints magnet piano black one. Yucks.
Say no to drugs Fridgeman 😆
@@NickMurray never "done" any, unless you count new car smell sniffing.👀
Fantastic review Nick - thanks! Been viewing your channel for years. Agree with you completely that the T is the sweet spot of the range and am close to pulling the trigger. Question for you - with the reduced sound deadening on the T, how is the road noise inside the car vs. say the S? I'm going to have my almost 3 yr old in the back during weekend joy rides, and just double checking on making the right choice. Thanks again!
If you're going to spec a light color you need to spec the $3,240 Sport Design Front Fascia.
Hopefully they allow you to opt out of the $640 Front Spoiler Lip in Exterior Color.
The 911 Dakar wheels would be nice as well - if the offset allows them to be adapted.
Good one Nick . Seems like the sweet spot . All my sports cars have been manual but I'd really like to take a PDK for a drive . An aggressive auto that shifts down going into corners sound interesting .
I have a PDK and it’s a marvel of engineering.
@@zoner__ I get that impression from what I have read , telepathic was the description . My cousin has a Macan , I may have to drive it next time I'm around him .
@@EdD-ym6le you will always be in the proper gear and keeping two hands on the wheel is a better experience. I know others will disagree but to each his own.
@@EdD-ym6le my friend was looking at Mercedes BMW and I told him to try the Macan. First the wife got one and year after he got one. And they are not enthusiasts they had Cadillac and Lincoln before.
@@zoner__ Nick likes his .
I'm 100% behind you, Nick. Great video, as always.
This guy gets it!
Shame about the gauge cluster though.
Nick, you mentioned a different gear ratio on the manual optioned T but I have never heard this. When the Porsche released the information about the 992 T, they mentioned a light weight battery, shorter shifter along with the other stuff you mentioned but I’ve never heard anything about a different gear ratio. I did hear that the T has a slightly different tune from the factory but maybe the person saying that felt a gear ratio change compared to the base? My T will be delivered in Jan24 so I have no car to compare the T with.
There is no different tune to the engine is is 100% the same as the base engine. In the manual transmission there are slightly lower ratios to the S model MT.
@@NickMurray I believe for the 992 the S, T and GTS share the exact same transmission & ratios. It’s only on the 991.2 that the T got lowers gears vs the base! Confusing, I know! 🥴
Superb video as always, many thanks Nick.
Im looking at them now. And you’d be proud. I’m looking at python 🐍 green.
Hey Nick, William will be pissed with you. 😅🤣
Nick; I got an F82 back in 2019 cause of your videos. I’m looking to go to Porsche now but the GT3 is just too expensive; I’m looking at the 992 T or a 992 S. Thanks for your videos they are very informative and helpful in making my decision about my next car.
Be glad you are not getting a GT3, they really are not that fun to live with.
@@NickMurray thanks I was thinking the same and this will be my primary car so hopefully by the end of the year.
Nick is still alive! Happy days
If we ever sell the 911R maybe we will get two of these.