6:37 "the gearbox is so engaging, not as quick as a PDK but WHO.GIVES.A.!@$%?" i think this is an excellent summary of why car enthusiasts love manuals and will always love them

@hmackprotection1

7 жыл бұрын

Ryukachoo, indeed

You hit the nail directly on the head. This limited supply thing is old and ridiculous.

@johnsmith-fk7fw

7 жыл бұрын

it's a little perk to reward dedicated Porsche buyers. make something good (by making it with stuff everyone already said is bad and don't want), call it "pure", give it to those customers who'll make 30% or more later by reselling it, then give the average customer whatever the latest gimmick is because they don't know what the want and they'll be happy with anything the review channels like this or motor trend are the only way anyone will ever have an opinion of the car, and even those seem like lies now (they'll talk about how amazing the huracan was with no flaws, then when the 2wd model comes out they reveal the awd one actually sucked) a person who wants a good Porsche driving experience, just buy an older air cooled one and enjoy it for what it is

@MathsYknow

7 жыл бұрын

I almost didn't watch this review because I'm sick of all the press that limited run cars get after they're already sold out. I'm sure more magazine articles and video reviews get created than examples of the actual cars. Good to see Mr XCar acknowledge the frustration would-be buyers must feel.

@Speednote10

7 жыл бұрын

Lars C70 There's a poll currently on Rennlist (biggest Porsche GT3/RS forum online) on what gearbox people are getting for their 991.2 GT3 and over 60% are going to get the manual. GT3 buyer's are very different than the people who buy Ferrari's and Lamborghini's (or R8's) in what they want from a car and how they are going to use them, so I think the "no one buys manuals anymore" can't really be directed at Porsche's GT buyers. I think they were also the one's who screamed the loudest when the 991 GT3 was PDK only, Ferrari and Lamborghini owners barely cared in comparision when those companies scrapped their manuals.. So people screaming manuals are indeed the people who buy the cars in this case.

@tim2468

7 жыл бұрын

Lars C70. I don't have any statistics but I do hang out with Porsche people on a regular basis and have been for some 35 years. I tried a PDK for 2 years and went back to a manual. Yes the PDK is faster but it removes a major component of the driving experience for many of us. Sometimes things go in cycles and auto vs manual transmissions for some marques might be cycling. It's also a generational thing where the younger guys never even learned to drive a standard. The other issue with the 911R is the price gouging. If I could have bought one at MSRP or lower (like with every car I have ever bought) I would have gotten the cash together somehow.

@tim2468

7 жыл бұрын

One other observation is that the vintage vehicle market, which by all measures has been red hot for a while, is a manual transmission market. In some ways that is an indicator of demand for the manual transmission driving experience.

This is the only Porsche I want.

@Exevium

7 жыл бұрын

The 911 Sport Classic is up there tho.

@majedsaati8175

7 жыл бұрын

and the CGT

@ZDY66666

7 жыл бұрын

Jaguar E kinda sad. There's still 918, 993, 930, Carrera GT.

@its_EZ

7 жыл бұрын

almost every porsche is something I want.

@gabewilson554

7 жыл бұрын

I like the 2018 porsche 991.2 gt3. it looks better, it is overall better, has a manual gearbox, and is not limited. Much better than 911r

I love the 911R. So much so that I bought what I could afford my white manual 12 GTS. My Herringbone seats are on the way. The R of course is more and perfection to me, but unobtanium...I am perfectly happy. Thanks for a great review. I am picking up what you are laying down sir.

Awesome video man and so true about the world need it more of this... Keep up the work guys. God Bless You'll

Alex always has a thing for Porsche

Nice to see you back at it chaps. Great review.

the entertainment and professionalism are equal great review love this channel

This is such a beautiful car. Thanks for posting.

no one does a better job in reviewing cars

@VolV8

7 жыл бұрын

n̶o̶ ̶o̶n̶e̶ _anyone else_ does a better job in reviewing cars

@sxcsmith1

7 жыл бұрын

Allen Saunders actually your both wrong 😂

@TheJkghfg

7 жыл бұрын

What about Chris Harris or Steve Sutcliffe?

@NoName5am

7 жыл бұрын

Except for Akon!!

@EVILSPAWN1003

7 жыл бұрын

Chris Harris does a better job Harry Metcalfe does a better job albeit in a very different manner. But he does ok. If he hadn`t i wouldn`t be watching....

the shape of the 911 is one of the most beautiful shapes in the world imo

Your reviewing skills get better by the video! nice work!

Amazing review great video! Awesome presentation

The purest in me is happy with this car.

Another great review, thank you

Awesome car + Awesome presenter = Happy me! Thanks!

Love the stance Alex.

Cool...love this car ..

Well done, Alex!

Who gives a....well. This is just so far the best 911R Video ever seen. Great job Alex :) ^Fabian

it's going to be interesting to see what percentage of people buy the new gt3 with the manual gearbox

@rejoicerone3176

7 жыл бұрын

ikr... but most its just sad that people who buy the PDK ones r missing out on the manual gearbox... dontget me wrong, i love PDK but only prefer it to on insanly fast cars eg turbo S or gt3RS... i think normal GT porsches should always be manual

@Verybadbiker

7 жыл бұрын

I already know 2 guys who ordered the PDK just because it will arrive sooner. And many other people do that too. Strange thinking.

@vip_supercars3652

7 жыл бұрын

Niko B that is strange thinking, they can't be a little more patient to get the gearbox they actually want??

@craserx6267

6 жыл бұрын

players_vip21 what is so good about a manual? especially is you live in a city

@inspirice9844

5 жыл бұрын

the gearbox only comes with the touring package so you don't get a nice wang ;-;

Awesome video

your logo design is absolutely stunning, with the spirit of the toyota logo =)

0:28 So relieved to hear Alex's voice...

Dope ass car. Drove a 2015 911 Turbo S and that machine was a beast.

It's not that they artificially restrict supply that bothers me, it's how Porsche in particular decide who gets what. When Ferrari say a car is invite only (Porsche afaik, never admit to this or having 'preferred customers') it's invite only, which is fair enough because that process is done in Maranello at Ferrari proper. The invitation process for Porsche is done by the (franchised) dealers who aren't accountable to anyone, which might be alright if so many of these cars didn't end up for sale on Porsche's own 'used' car finder within a week or so of being registered at a massive markup - supposedly just after the GT4 had been released there were 37 registered in the UK and 16 were listed for sale. The dealer gets the initial profit, then double dips when the speculator they knowingly sold the car to sells it on at a profit over list.

beautiful car

Brilliant review as always. Carfection is my GoTo car site these days.

*"road version of gt3 rs" and then does the review on a track XD*

My sports cars will always be MANUAL

His conclusion is so damn true.. why so few if it is to enjoy..

I saw one of those in white with the green stripes in my local Porsche Dealership a couple of years ago before Covid. If I knew what I know now about the 911R & had the bucks, I would have bought it on the spot assuming it had the optional lightened flywheel

A friend of mine bought one of these from a dealership in Germany with less than 1000 miles on the clock, he took it around the Ring then drove it back to England 👍🏾

I love his autodromo stradale. Perfect for this video.

This 911 has so many flavors, definitely the most versatile car nowadays

bless! I have a cushion you can borrow so you can see over the steering wheel if you need.. I'm Joking! Excellent as ever :)

I seen one of these 911 r for sale in a high performance used car dealership for £429.000 🙃

@treyquattro

7 жыл бұрын

a snip, since they're being offered online for a million in whatever local currency exists (that'd be pounds, dollars and euros; not so much yen or Zimbabwean loo roll)

I'm saving all my lawn cutting money this summer and totally buying one of these.

Nice video. Only thing missing was a drive on a nice road though.

Right just right. Thanks.

His voice coming from the heart .that"s make the difference.

Alex I f**kin love you!

Nice.

this is cool man

Hmm... time to play with it in Assetto Corsa...

@hasanal-habbobi4018

7 жыл бұрын

negrusz it actually sounds just like the real one

@LegendInThaMakin

7 жыл бұрын

negrusz wtf, why have I never heard of this game, omg copping it now.

@hasanal-habbobi4018

7 жыл бұрын

LegendInThaMakin it's a great game

@trakall

7 жыл бұрын

Its a simulation, not a game :-)

@hasanal-habbobi4018

7 жыл бұрын

Mr Tomcat​ i know but I don't have a steering wheel so I treat it like a game and it's still fun :p

The perfect 911

I love Porsche and I will have a Porsche 911 soon

Excellent review! But I gotta ask, what watch are you wearing? Love the color.

i love your reviews!! you are amazing since 4 years I've been following you

The seats!!!

That Autodromo is almost as gorgeous as the R

the last bit of what he is talking about the car is kind of paradox, very well pointed out.

I'm not a massive fan of Porsche's, I'll be honest. However, I wish there were more reviews like this. Reviews where the experience of the car is put before the price, or the 0-60, or the shift time of the gearbox. It really makes me happy to know there are still great reviewers like you out there among all the just boring, brochure reading reviewers.

@ColinMcray

7 жыл бұрын

Ewacool Then you have to see the review jason cammisa did for motor trend.

@liquidtunes

5 жыл бұрын

Read your comment and watched it. What can I say... just gonna watch more of his stuff. Eminently enjoyable - excitable music aside. Thanks!

Nice video, would you guys be able to upload 4K content any time soon?

Brilliant car. There's a little problem though and it's the new GT3 manual.

They even removed the front badge, because *WEIGHT REDUCTION*, And awesome review as always

@ostfahrstreifen8421

7 жыл бұрын

colin chapman would be proud

@Yathuprem

7 жыл бұрын

he is a legend or master of weight removal

What a fantastic car.. just hope the new GT3 Manual is as good as this.

This is great review man! I still think the new 991.2 GT3 is the best car in Porsche line up

This guy reminds me of Hammond, nice car

I want one, badly!

Not mention the higher redline in the manual GT3 that just came out for less money?!

Man that watch is beautiful! Yeah ok car is good too :)

I own a manual, older, RWD Porsche and it makes me happy everyday... I would never spend the kind of money a 911R goes for. You can still be a huge Porsche "enthusiast" and not follow the modern day hype. This car is overpriced period. If I went more modern I'd have 997.2 or cayman GTS

When did we start referring to the bonnet as a “hood” ?

I think you should change the Carfection intro engine noise from the Audi R8 to the 911R. Much more sonorous!

Nice job. and nice watch. autodromo?

can anyone say where is that road where the old porsche was filmed - amazing views and turns.

Is it just me or does anyone else hear a bit of Clarkson, Hammond and May all put together in the way he speaks and reviews cars? This man has got the same personality and charms

Thank you for not drowning out that beautiful sound with shitty dubstep.

I could cry the day I get to handle a Porsche.. that could end my lust for MK 7.5 Golf GTi

Hopefully Porsche is getting the message, they could make more of these and make a tidy sum.

You forgot that sticker/strips add another 300HP

@KB-bh9hp

7 жыл бұрын

Soccermom 6699 Damn I'm gonna try to find some of those stickers for my kia rio,after all,we all know they add like 500 hp if the stickers don't match the car and look ricey ,gonna get some of those like $30 wheel covers from the nearest walmart,should improve my launch yo.

@Alby911

7 жыл бұрын

Lucky for you it's optional.

@aSenatorial

7 жыл бұрын

That only works on Civics

@KB-bh9hp

7 жыл бұрын

aSenatorial Damn,so the sticker option won't work for my rio,so I'm gonna have to import a spoiler and wide body kit from korea,not as good as overnight parts from Japan,but it'll have to do,might order a massive exhaust with a fake blow off valve to attach to the exhaust.With all those parts,I should be pushing 2,000 hp easily,all going through the front wheels of course.

@KB-bh9hp

7 жыл бұрын

aSenatorial btw just glued some vents to my hood,how much hp does that add?

didn't realize Moby was a porsche guy. cool

How does the driving " Experience " of this car compare with a manual stock(cheapest) 911 with maybe only a suspension option upgrade or so( 4 whl steer?)......I would bet that a bare bones light 911 is pretty sweet on public roads. I'm late to the party so this has probably already been said...... Great job - thanks

I honestly don't know why you're not hosting Top Gear...

Good to see manual on the new gt3. Now they just need to get rid of the permanent wing.

Every base carrera should be like this. Maybe with less hp. That's the 911 every one want: simple and genuine.

And yes, why can't they make these cars more accessible or at least toned down versions. for example, when they do the GTS, just take all the sound deadening out and put some of the lighter weight bits on it. Doesn't need any more power than the standard GTS, but the noises, the lighter feel etc makes the car feel a little more characterful!

nice 1

Yo Porsche - why not make a 718 version of this with the same engine as the GT4

Can you even see over the dash ? Does Porsche make booster seats ?

I guess this is the perfect Porsche.

The best sports car ever!!!!

Always love your watches Alex, what is this one?

@theflyingD01

7 жыл бұрын

Albert Calvo Porcel it's an autodromo stradale

@albertcalvoporcel7489

7 жыл бұрын

Maral Manukjan thought it was an Autodrome wasn't sure, thank you!

Prices for 911R has been dropping. Saw 1 advertised for $450,000 US dollars

@ognjeennn

7 жыл бұрын

Danny Max oh wow that is cheap i might buy it now

@dannymax852

7 жыл бұрын

Ridash it is all Porsche bullshit marketing. Wait a year and buy the new GT3 with stick, air conditioning and radio. The 911R is just a niche car for Millionaires; all 911Rs were sold to 918 Owners first.

@goodshoes07

7 жыл бұрын

lol!

@nassermohd2317

7 жыл бұрын

Danny Max yes u as u say sold to 918 owner I know Same one in my place having this 2 car

@dannymax852

7 жыл бұрын

Nasser Mohd nice! The cars will end up in garages, resold and never driven. Once the new GT3 comes out with optional manual shifter, nobody will care about the 911R.

The 911R makes me wonder: what if Ferrari applied the same recipe back when their berlinettas were still naturally aspirated? I mean, imagine a 458 Speciale with a manual gearbox. Sweet Christmas!

Is that an Autodromo watch, Alex?

In the U.S. it's very difficult to find a proper manual gearbox. I know in the UK they are absolutely everywhere. I wish I lived in England so I could enjoy the better choice. Way too many American's don't know how to drive manuals or are too lazy to shift. If I had the money this Porsche 911 I would be on the top of my short list of cars to buy. The only thing Porsche really needs to do now is to offer this manual transmission on the 911 Turbo and 911 Turbo S. Thanks.

I love all things Porsche! Porsche is legend. Porsche is icon. Porsche is auto. The limited 911R builds matter not. Even if Porsche made 500K units, it would still be unattainable. What some of these manufacturers need to do is reconnect with the EVERYDAY man. There will always be high end buyers, but why cater only to them all the time? Want to impress me Porsche, Ferrari etc? Build a quality, fast, affordable car like you did before your britches got big; when you were struggling to make it like so many of us out here. Ah well.... I guess that's what youtube and the Internet is for now. To look at things I will probably never be able to afford.

I personally drive a Cayman GTS, and there's quite a few porsche owners around me lately, none of them have a manual (I do not either, more because I didn't have a choice because I bought mine this year and cannot spec anything unless I want a 718, which I don't due to the new engine). Maybe it's just not longed for this world anymore :( I wonder if there's a way to make automatics more engaging

@mdcohen

7 жыл бұрын

ZDY could go used?

This and the V12 Vantage S M​ are the best driver sport machines​ to come out of 2016 in my opinion.

@ostfahrstreifen8421

7 жыл бұрын

what bout all the new lotuses and the facelifted BRZ? :D

@LegendInThaMakin

7 жыл бұрын

Tod 1 nah, the viper is imo.

Does it have the All Wheel steering ? That’s suck a great option! You can turn on a dime!

This might not sit well with Porsche nerds, but a real-world alternative to this car is the Honda S2000. Honestly: 9000rpm redline, naturally aspirated, rear wheel drive, 6-speed manual 'box, sounds insane, looks great and you can lower the roof if you want. OK, it's not making 500hp like the 911, but they have more in common than you might think. And a good one can be had for about £10k. A brilliant antidote to the muted experience of modern turbo engines.

@inspirice9844

5 жыл бұрын

The Porsche GT3 has a naturally aspirated inline 6 engine that revs up to 9000rpm and has a 6 speed manual rear wheel drive drivetrain :P

@inspirice9844

5 жыл бұрын

Not an inline 6 engine tho ;-;

@Fizz826

5 жыл бұрын

That’s why until I can afford to buy a manual Porsche, I’ll always have my s2000.

I know someone who had the means to buy a GT3 RS, the car was still on Porsche's builder, he went to buy one he was told no you can't have one. You need to have bought other Porsche cars (basically they want you to blow your brains out on the Panamera's etc first). Anyways, he took his money across the road to Ferrari, got a Cali T & is now in a 488 Spider... makes the Porsche look positively boring in comparison. Well, not boring, but side by side there's only one that looks like a super car worth the asking price. Having said that, a Porsche GT3 with the 9000rpm limit is a dream of mine. With a Boxster Spyder in the interim please :P :P

they shouldve put the 991.2 gt3 front bumper on this

the 'want' is strong with this one....................

We are pretty lucky to live in such a golden (or carbon?) age of motor cars.

@blueman5924

7 жыл бұрын

Simon Reid If you win the lotto yeh. Vehicle prices have rocketed up and the "average take home pay" has not. It shows where their heart is, profits, not in seeing the masses enjoy an automotive experience. Can only dream about 911's out numbering Civic's on the highways. :)

@simonreid3252

7 жыл бұрын

Dave V.H. Oh c'mon, it's ok to dream. I'm just glad these cars are around. A lot of great manufacturers have disappeared. We're left with a fantastic mix of old marques, resurrected marques, new kids on the block. It's all going on and the industry servicing all levels of cars and extras is booming. The motor industry is great for economies. Sure, those guys need to be watched and regulated, but variety, quality and safety, across the board is at what must be an all time high.

the fact that no one says negative things about porsche makes me want to buy one so bad!!!

Porsche now has a 991.2 GT3 manual for those who couldn't get the 911R.

what about kenny goss?