Helpful video, i’m six months into ownership of a GT Silver GTS with 3,200 miles. Interesting point on build quality vs the 992, not heard that before but i so also get that sense of quality in depth in the cayman. I did have an issue with a rattling cargo cover on the rear hatch but managed to sort this with rubber washers into which the two screws sit. Aside from that no issues and about 2/3 litre of oil. I’m trying not to count miles too much though and i thoroughly enjoy each drive, even looking forward to the biweekly commute. Thanks for the update
Thanks for telling me about the washers. That wasn’t something I tried on the first one I had. If it starts doing it on this one I’ll give that a go. I always put the noise down to the cover ribs vibrating on the rougher roads.
Hey Steve. Good hearing from you. The weight in the rear does wear the tires faster. That was true with my Cayman S and my current 911. Why the oil consumption? I never had that issue with my cars. I always followed the break in instructions and tried not to drive it short distances. Most of my driving is around 28 miles round trip and every month the club has a drive of over 100 miles. All the best. Cheers.
Really not sure on the oil. Others said the same in the comments. I didn’t have to put any oil in the 992 at all from what I remember and I did very similar driving although maybe a few more longer drives. Not sure if it’s just that 4.0 engine and it’s needs but it’s a first for me also.
It would be my luck that I’d touch it and I wouldn’t get it to go back together for some reason. Then it’s going to cost me. Rather Porsche sorted it under warranty.
Trying to limit my mileage on the boring commute to work so that the fun miles i put on the car aren’t really adding more the car. I was just working it out one day on the drive home and realised it wasnt saving me any time but adding 5 miles each way. So decided to try and keep it down.
Ah, I understand that, great motor and enjoy your analytical approach to the financial considerations around ownership - wish I had your clarity of thought!!@@Get10Yards
Got my GTS on 73 plate beginning of September. So far done 1500 miles with no issues and oil level perfect. My work commute is only 3 miles each way so car does not even get up to temperature ..might use it once a week outside of weekend. But that makes jumping in on Saturday or Sunday feel special and exactly why I bought it.
That is very low tyre usage. Worth pointing out to anyone driving enthusiastically, you'll get through tyres far quicker than that. And I am not remotely talking about drifting or anything silly like that. I get through rears in 6-8k miles in my Cayman, 10k miles ish for the fronts.
It’s a hard question to answer that one unless you have driven both. They feel different but I suppose it also depends which shape you prefer. Running cost wise if you get similar size engines it’s about the same from my experience give or take a little.
No its coming out flat from the exit point which means its not twisted inside. So if i fold it and flip it through the buckle it will still be twisted at the bottom and the buckle will be pointed the wrong way. If i could spin the mental plate round 360 it would fix the issue but i cant it wont do it
Helpful video, i’m six months into ownership of a GT Silver GTS with 3,200 miles. Interesting point on build quality vs the 992, not heard that before but i so also get that sense of quality in depth in the cayman. I did have an issue with a rattling cargo cover on the rear hatch but managed to sort this with rubber washers into which the two screws sit. Aside from that no issues and about 2/3 litre of oil. I’m trying not to count miles too much though and i thoroughly enjoy each drive, even looking forward to the biweekly commute. Thanks for the update
Thanks for telling me about the washers. That wasn’t something I tried on the first one I had. If it starts doing it on this one I’ll give that a go. I always put the noise down to the cover ribs vibrating on the rougher roads.
My Boxster GTS 4.0 is nearly a year old, done 15000kms spirited driving and have used 1.5 ltrs of oil.
Hey Steve. Good hearing from you. The weight in the rear does wear the tires faster. That was true with my Cayman S and my current 911. Why the oil consumption? I never had that issue with my cars. I always followed the break in instructions and tried not to drive it short distances. Most of my driving is around 28 miles round trip and every month the club has a drive of over 100 miles. All the best. Cheers.
Really not sure on the oil. Others said the same in the comments. I didn’t have to put any oil in the 992 at all from what I remember and I did very similar driving although maybe a few more longer drives. Not sure if it’s just that 4.0 engine and it’s needs but it’s a first for me also.
Seatbelt - Torx bolt. Undo it, turn around, retighten. It'll take you 5 minutes.
It would be my luck that I’d touch it and I wouldn’t get it to go back together for some reason. Then it’s going to cost me. Rather Porsche sorted it under warranty.
Looking forward to more videos in the new year!
My first 3500 miles on this same car I burned about a 3/4 quart of oil but I was driving it pretty hard in hot summer months after break in miles.
Thorough well presented video as always - doesn't watching the mileage and limiting your use somewhat curb your enjoyment though?!
Trying to limit my mileage on the boring commute to work so that the fun miles i put on the car aren’t really adding more the car. I was just working it out one day on the drive home and realised it wasnt saving me any time but adding 5 miles each way. So decided to try and keep it down.
Ah, I understand that, great motor and enjoy your analytical approach to the financial considerations around ownership - wish I had your clarity of thought!!@@Get10Yards
Got my GTS on 73 plate beginning of September. So far done 1500 miles with no issues and oil level perfect. My work commute is only 3 miles each way so car does not even get up to temperature ..might use it once a week outside of weekend. But that makes jumping in on Saturday or Sunday feel special and exactly why I bought it.
That is very low tyre usage. Worth pointing out to anyone driving enthusiastically, you'll get through tyres far quicker than that. And I am not remotely talking about drifting or anything silly like that. I get through rears in 6-8k miles in my Cayman, 10k miles ish for the fronts.
Which one is better? I’m so close on buying a Cayman but mannn should I not rather get a 911? I don’t knowwwwww!
It’s a hard question to answer that one unless you have driven both. They feel different but I suppose it also depends which shape you prefer. Running cost wise if you get similar size engines it’s about the same from my experience give or take a little.
oh and with the belt can you just untwist the belt at the point of the buckle?
No its coming out flat from the exit point which means its not twisted inside. So if i fold it and flip it through the buckle it will still be twisted at the bottom and the buckle will be pointed the wrong way. If i could spin the mental plate round 360 it would fix the issue but i cant it wont do it
can see that now, just sketched it out!@@Get10Yards
My belt had a twist also and the dealer replaced the entire assembly under warranty.
Im going to see if I can get it sorted.