500 Miles In A Porsche 911 Carrera T [992]!

Summary

The video features a host test driving and reviewing the new 992 generation Porsche 911 Carrera T. He compares it to his own 991 generation GT3, finding the Carrera T extremely fun and engaging to drive, despite less power. He highlights the importance of getting a manual gearbox on the Carrera T. Overall he is very impressed with the Carrera T as an affordable enthusiast-focused 911, though can't quite justify owning both it and his GT3.

Takeaways

• 😀 Henry enjoyed driving the new 992 generation Porsche 911 Carrera
• 😎 The Carrera T feels pure, analog and old school
• 🚗 The Carrera T is less comfortable than a GT3 but better for tight UK roads
• ⛽️ The Shell Fleet app helps track fuel costs for business use
• 🍦 Henry took the Carrera T to the seaside and enjoyed an ice cream
• 🌇 The Carrera T looks good in yellow with the 992 generation styling
• 💪 The 380 hp Carrera T is surprisingly fun to drive
• 🤔 Henry questions whether the Carrera T is worth the £113k price tag
• 🎚 Must get the Carrera T with a manual gearbox for the full experience
• 👍 Henry highly recommends the Carrera T as an enthusiast 911 option

Q & A

What cars has the narrator owned previously?

The narrator has previously owned a 991.2 generation Porsche 911 Carrera T, a Porsche 360, and other unspecified cars. He put over 30,000 miles on his Carrera T in the first year during his 'Drive the World' trip.

How does the 992 Carrera T compare to the narrator's GT3?

The narrator finds the 992 Carrera T very different from his GT3. The GT3 has much sharper front end steering and handling compared to the softer and more comfortable Carrera T. However, the Carrera T may be more enjoyable to drive on tight, bumpy UK roads versus the more hardcore GT3.

What complaints did the narrator have about previous base model 911s?

The narrator previously complained that you can no longer get a manual transmission in base 911 Carreras. He also felt some enthusiast-focused options were missing that have now been added to the Carrera T model.

What does the narrator see as the appeal of the Carrera T model?

The narrator sees the Carrera T as the most focused 'driver's car' in the 992 lineup. With its manual transmission, RWD steering, and lack of luxury options, the T offers a pure, analog, old-school sports car experience.

How has the Carrera model changed over generations?

The narrator feels the base Carrera has moved more upmarket over generations, becoming more of a GT luxury car versus a raw sports car. The Carrera T brings back some of that pure sports car feel.

What criticisms does the narrator have of the 7-speed manual transmission?

The narrator finds 7th gear awkward on back roads, as the shift pattern means you can mistakenly downshift from 7th to 4th instead of 6th. However, 7th is useful on the motorway for lower cruising RPM.

What important options does the narrator recommend for the Carrera T?

The narrator highly recommends getting the manual transmission and rear-wheel steering on the Carrera T. He advises not getting unnecessary luxury options in order to keep the weight and price down.

How has the price of the Carrera T changed over generations?

The narrator notes the Carrera T has gotten quite expensive, now costing over £100k. He feels you can get similar used 991.2 generation Carreras for half the price of a new one.

Does the narrator want to buy a Carrera T for himself?

The narrator very much enjoyed the Carrera T and considered buying one alongside his GT3. However, he feels he couldn't quite justify having two similar 911s, even though they have very different characters.

What is the narrator's final verdict on the 992 Carrera T?

The narrator gives very high praise to the Carrera T, saying it's close to a 10/10 daily driver sports car. He highly recommends it as the best 992 model if you aren't getting a GT3.