991.2 GTS, what a machine! - Page 4 - 911/Carrera GT - PistonHeads UK

I m 9 months into ownership and I m still staggered by a few less obvious qualities of this car. For the record, my first Porsche was a Carrera S, which I only had for a few weeks before trading to the GTS (loved that too). Yes, it s genuinely very quick, yes it handles remarkably but what amazes me just as much is how it behaves in boring mundane situations. Mine s shamefully a bit of a garage queen and as I haven t used it much recently I thought I d take it for a jaunt this afternoon. Quite heavy traffic and our West Sussex roads are crap but after a 35 mile drive, pootling along our now 40 and 50 mph roads, it was still a fantastic place to be. Even at normal speeds, it s a genuinely lovely car to drive and appreciate. Incredibly it also averaged 35mpg and ok, I was travelling with a line of cars most of the way but managed a couple of fast blast, so that s truly incredible. Can t be many near 200mph sports cars that are so versatile!

Think about some zunnsport grills for the gaping mouth. Those rads don’t come cheap if a stone goes through them.

Think about some zunnsport grills for the gaping mouth. Those rads don’t come cheap if a stone goes through them.

Thanks, I did and fitted them a couple of weeks ago 👍photo is a month old…

Great cars. Until the bloody turbos and engine mounts let go. Don't ask me how I know... Make sure you keep it under warranty.

They’re not near 200mph cars, they’ll run just north of that 😀 I enjoyed daily driving, European trips and a little track work in my 991.2 GTS and loved it. I’ve just got into a 991.1 GTS and am back from a couple of thousand miles into Europe - always wanted to try one. The NA sound is so much better but no surprises there. They’re both as economical (relatively speaking) as each other and obviously the NA engine hasn’t got the low down grunt but it more rewarding up in the revs for it. Steering better on the .2 but hardly night and day. Both superb cars and I can’t see them getting any cheaper now given they should be considered as the last of a generation.

And my new 991.1 I like the bright colours!

I have a 991.1 GTS 3.8 in Riviera blue. It is a real pleasure to drive quickly or slowly. I have been across France, Germany and the UK in it and (other than the crappy concrete bit of of the M25) it is a joy everywhere!

Hi have a 718 GT4. It's a great car but with the carbon buckets I cant enjoy it with my kids. Parts of me wishes I'd gone for the GTS.

I think having a 2018 GTS is a massive bonus. I never really got on with my 991.2 after my NA 991.1. Mine was a 2019 car which I believe was the first 911 to have them PPF? It ruined the sound for me. But not much outside of a GT3 sounds better than a 991.1 GTS!

FriedMarsBar said: I joined the GTS club too recently and echo your sentiments, it's a beast when pushed and very civilised when not being pushed. The previous owner of my car had the hassle of getting both turbos replaced under warranty, about 4K miles ago, so fingers crossed I will not have a reoccurrence of this issue as I've read the turbos have been revised. FYI get C5 sealant on those Centre locks to protect the anodisation :-) Lovely and by far the best colour. I'm pondering selling mine - they hold value incredibly, going on what it's been valued by a few places, so rest well if it's a keeper for you - but then I give it a little wash and have to say it does look good. Best non GT car if you need 4 seats occasionally. Edited by moneypits on Saturday 13th September 13:40

Stuart70 said: I have a 991.1 GTS 3.8 in Riviera blue. It is a real pleasure to drive quickly or slowly. I have been across France, Germany and the UK in it and (other than the crappy concrete bit of of the M25) it is a joy everywhere! I would love to get my hands on a RB one as I have a RB 991.1 GT3 and it would be cool to have the pair. So if you ever look to sell, please let me know! As for the noise, exhaust note on the 991.1 GTS is better than the GT3 most of the time!

Discombobulate said: Great cars. Until the bloody turbos and engine mounts let go. Don't ask me how I know... Make sure you keep it under warranty. Didn’t they do a recall for the engine mounts ? I know I had mine done when I had one but can’t remember if they went or it was a recall .

Is the issue with the turbos rectified if they are replaced or is it potentially just a matter of time again?

As far as I know there is no upgraded part and they carry over to the 992 as well. But that's what warranties are for and the OPC one is by far the best one out there. 21k on mine and no issues and most will never have them.

991.2 is peak 911. I can’t get on with those black GTS wheels though.

You can refinish the wheels: strip the paint and clear lacquer them. I saw a really nice 992.1 GTS in the Porsche Classifieds last year that had done just that and it looked much better for it particularly with the PTS paint chosen on the car (it was a gorgeous Fjord Green). My GTS wears the conventional bolt wheels from the Carrera S in silver. Yes, they are bit heavier, cast rather and forged and less fancy than the centre locks but black wheels would have been a deal breaker for me - again - given the exterior colour of my car. I do recognise that black wheels look very good against some car bodywork colours, but in my opinion black wheels are very colour sensitive whether it clashes and looks naff.

XMA Simon said: You can refinish the wheels: strip the paint and clear lacquer them. I saw a really nice 992.1 GTS in the Porsche Classifieds last year that had done just that and it looked much better for it particularly with the PTS paint chosen on the car (it was a gorgeous Fjord Green). My GTS wears the conventional bolt wheels from the Carrera S in silver. Yes, they are bit heavier, cast rather and forged and less fancy than the centre locks but black wheels would have been a deal breaker for me - again - given the exterior colour of my car. I do recognise that black wheels look very good against some car bodywork colours, but in my opinion black wheels are very colour sensitive whether it clashes and looks naff. Yes I too would do just that. An OPC once told me that a GTS without the centerlocks wasn’t worth as much as one with. They might look good but five-bolt wheels are much easier to live with.

Maxym said: 991.2 is peak 911. I can t get on with those black GTS wheels though. Had mine painted Satin Platinum.

XMA Simon said: You can refinish the wheels: strip the paint and clear lacquer them. I saw a really nice 992.1 GTS in the Porsche Classifieds last year that had done just that and it looked much better for it particularly with the PTS paint chosen on the car (it was a gorgeous Fjord Green). My GTS wears the conventional bolt wheels from the Carrera S in silver. Yes, they are bit heavier, cast rather and forged and less fancy than the centre locks but black wheels would have been a deal breaker for me - again - given the exterior colour of my car. I do recognise that black wheels look very good against some car bodywork colours, but in my opinion black wheels are very colour sensitive whether it clashes and looks naff. Glad someone else feels that way. I can just about admit to liking black centre Fuchs wheels on a period correct 911 or 944, anything else, silver or grey please.

I was toying with wheel colours the other day. Bit easier with AI now.

Owned mine 2 years and loved it massive spec took to Le Mans and a France/belguim road trip perfect partner Sold it as I missed the manual box Replaced with manual 997 gen 1.5 turbo manual and a 997.2 manual Carrera Still missed it a year on an decided to buy another only manual but after several months searching and not being able to source the right car I’ve gone for a 4.0 GTS Cayman manual which I test drove Tuesday and was absolutely blown away

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moneypits said: FriedMarsBar said: I joined the GTS club too recently and echo your sentiments, it's a beast when pushed and very civilised when not being pushed. The previous owner of my car had the hassle of getting both turbos replaced under warranty, about 4K miles ago, so fingers crossed I will not have a reoccurrence of this issue as I've read the turbos have been revised. FYI get C5 sealant on those Centre locks to protect the anodisation :-) Lovely and by far the best colour. I'm pondering selling mine - they hold value incredibly, going on what it's been valued by a few places, so rest well if it's a keeper for you - but then I give it a little wash and have to say it does look good. Best non GT car if you need 4 seats occasionally. Edited by moneypits on Saturday 13th September 13:40 If this is a manual I'd be interested in buying

PDK, sorry. Manual is waaaay too long so it didn't feel fun at all and I didn't want to go down the gearbox mod route although many have with RPMTechnik. Good luck with your search. Edited by moneypits on Friday 19th September 09:51

I joined the GTS club too recently and echo your sentiments, it's a beast when pushed and very civilised when not being pushed. The previous owner of my car had the hassle of getting both turbos replaced under warranty, about 4K miles ago, so fingers crossed I will not have a reoccurrence of this issue as, I've read, the turbos have been revised to resolve the issue. FYI get C5 sealant on those Centre locks to protect the anodisation :-) Edited by FriedMarsBar on Saturday 13th September 08:43 Edited by FriedMarsBar on Saturday 13th September 08:44 Edited by FriedMarsBar on Friday 19th September 10:23

JJ77 said: Had mine painted Satin Platinum. These wheels look sooooooo much better in that colour.

Stuart70 said: I have a 991.1 GTS 3.8 in Riviera blue. It is a real pleasure to drive quickly or slowly. I have been across France, Germany and the UK in it and (other than the crappy concrete bit of of the M25) it is a joy everywhere! I had an hour in a mate's 991.1 GTS this year in Spain, when all members of the group I was in swapped cars. It was a blast and I really enjoyed it, amazing sound!! Edited by FriedMarsBar on Friday 19th September 10:30

PetrolTed said: I was toying with wheel colours the other day. Bit easier with AI now. I think GR, or Carmine red, and gold wheels work really well together, it would get my vote. Edited by FriedMarsBar on Friday 19th September 11:24

To me it doesn't suit it at all. Try it in a brighter silver ala GT3 and also change the black window trim to silver chrome. That will look stunning

It's probably just me, but I don't think the gold works.

two "no"s straight off the bat, I must have terrible taste :-) Thanks

using Chatgpt i've changed my wheel colour. What do people think of GT Silver and a Gold wheels? AI Original Edited to add silver wheel image, obviously ChatGPT doesn't think I need brakes :-) Edited by FriedMarsBar on Friday 19th September 11:53

My opinion: The silver and gold does NOT work to my eyes. I had a Dolomite Silver Cayman with Satin Platinum OEM painted alloys which looked very sharp. Nice contrast and not clashing. Have a gander at Satin Platinum and see what you think.

XMA Simon said: My opinion: The silver and gold does NOT work to my eyes. I had a Dolomite Silver Cayman with Satin Platinum OEM painted alloys which looked very sharp. Nice contrast and not clashing. Have a gander at Satin Platinum and see what you think. Nice one, I'll try that out, thanks.

A mate's car, which I really like, he also has a Red stripe from the R on his GTS.

FriedMarsBar said: two "no"s straight off the bat, I must have terrible taste :-) Thanks The Neodyme/California is a lot more subtle and not as saturated as it looks in that render. It does work but IMHO, on a darker grey (Slate/Vanadium).

FriedMarsBar said: two "no"s straight off the bat, I must have terrible taste :-) Thanks I think those wheels look great in silver. Black does them no favours.

I actually quite like the gold. The silver also looks good. It's a no on the black though.

Silver wheels look the best to me.

bryce86 said: If this is a manual I'd be interested in buying Got a manual 992.1 GTS I’m looking to sell soon……

Popolou said: The Neodyme/California is a lot more subtle and not as saturated as it looks in that render. It does work but IMHO, on a darker grey (Slate/Vanadium). I agree the Neodyme is the most subtle whilst still working. ChatGPT doesn't seem that good at finding these colours so next time I'll upload two images, one with the colour I want and the OG image. Thanks

Lincsls1 said: I actually quite like the gold. The silver also looks good. It's a no on the black though. Nice one!!!!

Crumpet said: bryce86 said: If this is a manual I'd be interested in buying Got a manual 992.1 GTS I m looking to sell soon Let me know the details

moneypits said: PDK, sorry. Manual is waaaay too long so it didn't feel fun at all and I didn't want to go down the gearbox mod route although many have with RPMTechnik. Good luck with your search. Edited by moneypits on Friday 19th September 09:51 Haven't driven one so can't comment. PDK just feels like it won't be involving enough. What's the RPM mod? Cost?

bryce86 said: Haven't driven one so can't comment. PDK just feels like it won't be involving enough. What's the RPM mod? Cost? They offered an effective shorter gearing for the GT4s and can do other such things to any 911 https://rpmtechnik.co.uk/transmission-upgrades/ I can't remember the costs and they're not on their website now but I'd imagine it'd be a few thousand while you invalidate your warranty. Best thing is to try both and see what works for you. You might might like the 7 speed manual but I didn't get on with it. RPM also have a GTS manual and a GTS4 in PDK at the moment so it might be worth you popping in. Edited by moneypits on Friday 19th September 21:26

991.2 with silver centre locks.

New to me 991.1 GTS in lava orange 🍊 Very very happy with the noise produced by the NA engine.

Last two cars both look great

FriedMarsBar said: using Chatgpt i've changed my wheel colour. What do people think of GT Silver and a Gold wheels? AI Original Edited to add silver wheel image, obviously ChatGPT doesn't think I need brakes :-) Edited by FriedMarsBar on Friday 19th September 11:53 Have a look at Weiss Gold, might work with Silver.

simon clark said: And my new 991.1 I like the bright colours! So do I , They both look great!

My Gulf Orange with satin black wheels.

Just been out for an hour round N Yorks, it’s filthy and all the better for it. Get them out of the garage while you can chaps, the s tty weather and salt is on its way.

Had mine painted silver before i took delivery:

My 2018 sprung a coolant leak. I checked the oil to make sure it wasn't milky, thankfully it wasn't and it was confirmed today by Porsche that it's a coolant pipe at the top of the engine, so it's an engine/gearbox out job! A lot of labour for a £150 coolant pipe. A Porsche warranty is my new best friend. Edited by FriedMarsBar on Monday 22 September 21:48

FriedMarsBar said: using Chatgpt i've changed my wheel colour. What do people think of GT Silver and a Gold wheels? AI Original Edited to add silver wheel image, obviously ChatGPT doesn't think I need brakes :-) Edited by FriedMarsBar on Friday 19th September 11:53 The original black looks great. The silver on silver is incredibly dull and that gold doesn't suit.

rOB.bOb said: The original black looks great. The silver on silver is incredibly dull and that gold doesn't suit. We are all different, I think the silver wheels look incredibly classy compared to the other colours.

keo said: rOB.bOb said: The original black looks great. The silver on silver is incredibly dull and that gold doesn't suit. We are all different, I think the silver wheels look incredibly classy compared to the other colours. Yes!

rOB.bOb said: The original black looks great. The silver on silver is incredibly dull and that gold doesn't suit. Another vote for the black wheels being the best looking option

moneypits said: Lovely and by far the best colour. I'm pondering selling mine - they hold value incredibly, going on what it's been valued by a few places, so rest well if it's a keeper for you - but then I give it a little wash and have to say it does look good. Best non GT car if you need 4 seats occasionally. Edited by moneypits on Saturday 13th September 13:40 I'm currently looking for a GTS or GTS4 if anyone is thinking of seeling? Thanks

My succinctly named 911 Targa 4 GTS. Love the car, love the spec. I'm not normally a black wheels guys but I think they suit this spec perfectly. They just give me the heeby jeebies around curbs. I managed to scratch one the other day and now it is bugging the hell out of me.

This is a useful thread. I have a 2017 Carmine GTS, and I've never been a fan of the black wheels (yet, they also look right... ). I'm also in the "Might sell it as I really want a manual" club; but in the 2 years I've had it, I've yet to see a manual in the same spec. It's quite frustrating!

Hedgedhog said: My succinctly named 911 Targa 4 GTS. Love the car, love the spec. I'm not normally a black wheels guys but I think they suit this spec perfectly. They just give me the heeby jeebies around curbs. I managed to scratch one the other day and now it is bugging the hell out of me. Just to say - I love that!

I’ve got a very high spec manual, luckily got it before it went on JCT Leeds main website, swapped from a PDK .1, which are even rarer to find in manual. They are out there but you’ve got to keep looking and be a bit lucky to get one specced as you’d want.

gilford said: moneypits said: Lovely and by far the best colour. I'm pondering selling mine - they hold value incredibly, going on what it's been valued by a few places, so rest well if it's a keeper for you - but then I give it a little wash and have to say it does look good. Best non GT car if you need 4 seats occasionally. Edited by moneypits on Saturday 13th September 13:40 I'm currently looking for a GTS or GTS4 if anyone is thinking of seeling? Thanks Considering it yes. Car is at Porsche getting a new rear tyre fitted thanks to Ikea carpark and some workshop item about a phone aerial although I've never had any issue with the stereo. Guess they want to keep busy It'll be back in a week or so as I can't get over to collect it. Aside from those things it's perfect. Happy to discuss offline.

❤️ my manual GTS

Hedgedhog said: My succinctly named 911 Targa 4 GTS. Love the car, love the spec. I'm not normally a black wheels guys but I think they suit this spec perfectly. They just give me the heeby jeebies around curbs. I managed to scratch one the other day and now it is bugging the hell out of me. Nice car! Re. curbing - this is why the owner of my local wheel place can afford to drive an Urus his helpful advice to me was to keep the car between the curbs

moneypits said: Considering it yes. Car is at Porsche getting a new rear tyre fitted thanks to Ikea carpark and some workshop item about a phone aerial although I've never had any issue with the stereo. Guess they want to keep busy It'll be back in a week or so as I can't get over to collect it. Aside from those things it's perfect. Happy to discuss offline. Perfect, can you send me some sort of direct message on here? Not used this forum in years!

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willisit said: This is a useful thread. I have a 2017 Carmine GTS, and I've never been a fan of the black wheels (yet, they also look right... ). I'm also in the "Might sell it as I really want a manual" club; but in the 2 years I've had it, I've yet to see a manual in the same spec. It's quite frustrating! I fancied a manual when I bought my car a few months back but couldn't wait for one :-) On Autotrader there are 33 rear wheel drive .2 GTSs and only 1 is manual (it's a lovely looking Miami Blue Cat S) and 9 AWD .2 GTSs for sale and NOT one is a manual car. Edited by FriedMarsBar on Thursday 16th October 17:27 Edited by FriedMarsBar on Tuesday 21st October 20:38

JohnnyUK said: Looooovely! Miami (colour, not the view )

moneypits said: JohnnyUK said: Looooovely! Miami (colour, not the view ) Thanks! Nearly! PTS Gulf Blue