5 things Porsche 911 owners should know - also Boxster + Cayman
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- čas přidán 24. 07. 2024
- Five things new 991 911 owners should know, most are also relevant to Boxster and Cayman owners.
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1. You have been fooled to believe that a German is epitome of success.
2. You have over paid.
3. You will never use the potential of your over engineered car.
4. Your car is not as quick as a Tesla P100D's 0 to 60 time i2.2 sec.
5. Porsche is boring.
1. Are you saying I should become a German to become successful? My German is poor but love German bread so who knows? 2. I did over pay for my car, I also over paid for my shoes, it was enjoyable, I will do it again. 3. The potential I am hoping to achieve is to transport my dog to the park at a moderate speed every day. 4. My car is not as fast as a lot of cars, I can tell you this keeps me up at night but I hope to put some more stickers and stripes on it which will make it go faster. 5. This one is my favorite, I can just see you getting to #5 and running out of ideas so you anger typed 'Porsche is boring' then sat back and thought 'that will show him!' Nice!
great answer to the jealous troll! I love your car
you've got a new subscriber :)
taipeikartman
1. You don't have a car and I heard you love riding your bicycle without the seat on!!
Lols. Written by a tech geek and not a motoring geek.
I always love the Tesla comparisons. You can tell they've never driven either a Tesla or a 911.
If you're going to compare a Tesla to a 911, you need to end your post with "until you need to actually turn."
I lost it when nick was running to stop the car Lol
Kamal el debieky me too, thank god for dash cams
the dogs running after him too ROFL
Man's best friends know no boundaries!
the dogs chasing him lol
Kamal el debieky that was insane
car rolling backwards is going to give me nightmares
It gives me nightmares.
Nick Murray I've experienced it. I was in the back of the car and the driver jumped out and forgot to set it.
Isn't that the kind of thing that's actually killed a few people? I thought I'd heard about it on the news where there was a lawsuit over it.
X V my understanding was that it was some semi famous person ( who certainly was careless) that had their car smah into and pin them after they'd neglected to engage to brake before leaving. I unfortunately don't remember all the details though
Banner1986 that was about a Jeep which was releasing the parking break in some unlucky circumstances i think
I definitely got the chills when the car started rolling back....
Park in gear. As a manual driver I always park in gear. You get used to it after driving on a track. If you apply your e-brake after a hot session, you'll warp the rotors.
Chris D lol really? I drive my car pretty hard some days and I when I get home I park in gear AND use the e brake.. now I know better, I don't wanna warp my brakes.
My Saab won't even let me get the key out if it's not in reverse. I never use the e-brake, lol.
try a few laps around a track to get your rotors lit up, and if you apply the e-brake immediately after you will be guaranteed some brake job!
same applies to pressing the brake with your feet at a stop while they are hot.
OMG! Yes, always park in gear :)
That dash cam video really stressed me out...
I am amazed every time, how you make the videos so personal and entertaining with that gorilla, you are amazing person Nick!
Thank you for the kind comment Merab
Yep loved the 'you don't deserve a nice car' bubble. Same happened to me when I was polishing my car, then cleaned off excess polish with a brush only to scratch a panel with the sharp metal holding the bristles to the handle (!). Imagine my face. F... me..
Great review! Funny and informative.
Nick, the thumping on the steering....left and right turn is not just on the 911 - or cold weather, it is a disturbing feeling in the 911, Boxster and even the Panamera. A damp driveway with a tight turning circle see my cars bobbing about. Keep up the good work....glad you came to your senses, enjoy the Porsche!
You are absolutely correct, I have it every morning in my B981S, when its warm (as I don't drive wtintertime)
That cold-weather front wheel thump really alarmed me the first time it happened in my Boxster. Good to know it's expected...
Just brought home my first ever Porsche 991 in 23 degree (F) weather and that thump confused and concerned me. You saved me a trip back to the service department.
I love how Tui and the other dog come running to your side when you let go and run to your 911.
True friends!
BOIIIIII.... YOU COULDN'T HAVE LOPPED OFF 4 FREAKING SECONDS TO MAKE THE VIDEO 9:11 MINUTES LONG??????
Grant Rodgers good point. What an amateur
He's not ocd like you.
Good to know... now the only thing I need is a Porsche
RRubecula 😆
yup!
HAHA Nick i just did a massive LOL watching you run after the car. Your right though. I found this confusing at first. I still get confused, i just push/pull it until i head the noise.
Perhaps you just need a new mental model. I use the mental model of the old fashioned parking brake pedal. You push it in with your foot to set it. You pop it back out to release it.
That is where I believe they came up with the concept and the similarities in release position instead of the center console like other cars. All cars I've driven with a foot parking brake, you always pull on a release handle from that same area of the dash. Seems pretty straight forward concept to me.
I seriously ROFL'd at the dashcam video! You should upload it to failarmy!
Your intro song makes me feel like im watching a 90's movie lol
I aim to make my videos sound like an 80's porn movie so close.
Try having your sister not shave her pits, you will be on point.
I've grown quite fond of Nicks new intros.I love the track "Life's What You Make It" by Talk Talk which originally debuted in 1986! Great stuff Nick!
Nick you are not a 5/10 but a 9.11 out of 9.91.
ha
Thank you for really useful information. I love all of your videos, you tell the real deal, good or bad, we appreciate it.
Best way to start a morning is a new Porsche video
I'm sorry in not even 1/3 into the video and I've never laughed so hard at one of your videos like I'm doing now repeating the dashcam section in loop . LMAO you are like running for your life and your cute dog fucking rockets away from the door in pure fear of what you ran away from . Brilliant
I have a 981 Boxster and I can confirm that the e-brake switch is the most stupid thing ever made, it always takes me a couple of pushes and pulls to engage it because it just works the opposite as it should be! But apart from this I love it, it's even practical for the size having 2 boots front and rear with plenty of space for trolleys and bags
"Life is what you make it" in the intro of a Porsche video - fantastic, Nick. :)
Great info, and you have some speed! That was hilarious. I drive a 997 but still love learning about the 991!
SHIT!!!! When that started rolling backwards my heart started racing.... Congrats on your 100k subs, well deserved! Have a great week :-)
as i'm a kind and generous Canadian, i would give you a 6.5/10 . cheers & happy monday 2 U .
Clearly you have been drinking : )
I have one suggestion to add to help reduce bolster wear when you're getting OUT of the car, which is also a problem. Because the seats are so low and so deep, it's actually pretty easy to put your left hand on the bottom door sill and lift yourself up and forward slightly to reduce dragging yourself across both the bottom and side bolsters. I've used this technique with my prior 911 and another sports car with good results.
Nick, I've watched several of your videos. I love your self-deprecating humor, communication style and knowledge of the Porsche product. Well done!
The Handbrake System is similar to Mercedes. This comes from the older Mercedes which had a manual handbrake, tightened by pushing a pedal left beside the clutch. To unlock the handbrake you had to pull a handle left beside the steering wheel.
My thoughts exactly. It's not just Mercedes, but most (every?) vehicle with a foot-actuated parking brake releases this way. Foot-actuated parking brakes are very common on American trucks, vans, SUVs, and cars that might be equipped with a full or split bench seat, e.g. :www.ford-taurus.org/taurusinfo/Features/P-brake.jpg
Having never driven a vehicle with an electronic parking brake, I'd expect to pull the handle to release it, especially if it was located on the dash below steering column. With the console-mounted switches, pulling up to engage it makes more sense because that's how handbrakes operate.
Actually whilst Mercs with foot operated parking brakes use a pulling motion on the hand release handle, the older Mercs like W115 and W123 (if memory serves me right) are full hand operated. Engagement is by hand pulling a handle and release is twist and push. But its ok... whatever 911 dishes out... i'll take
Also this way on newer Volvos, maybe it's common in european cars? Seems logical way to me - you put brake "on" by pushing it and releasing pulling it "off"?.
Nick, there's a very good reason why dash mounted handbrakes are pushed for ON and pulled for OFF (same as in Mercs).
I got out out of my Merc and accidentally knocked the handbrake with my foot. If the handbrake worked in the reverse way, it would have turned off and the car would have rolled away just as I was getting out.
Congrats Nick, on hitting 100,000 subs. You've been producing excellent videos that are very entertaining. You deserve it!
You should be proud! Your 911 looks beautiful from all angles
4/10 at best nick
In dim lighting and after 3 glasses of wine I am an easy 5.
I'd take you out back, but only if you paid for the crack.
9/11 easily
Nick, why not leave car in gear when parked? That leaves an extra layer of protection against it rolling away. At the track you can't use the parking brake until the rotors cool so that is what we do if wheel chocks not available.
As explained in the video, I forgot to leave in gear.
"Fat old man grunting sound is normal".....phew, I thought it was just me. Now I just gotta master the rolling out.
Nick, you are hilarious refreshingly forthcoming! Love your videos.
100k subs, Nick! Congrats! I've been following you for only a month or two, but I've really started to enjoy your videos. Really entertaining, perfect for relaxation. Keep on going!!!
HAHAHAHAHA you running after your car is the funniest but at the same time scariest thing I have ever seen. I always park in gear. :)
Almost 100k!
Great video Nick. Really think your videos are some of the best on CZcams. Keep up the good work.
Exactly what I needed to know. Thanks!
Nick, you're doing a great job with these videos. Not many people on CZcams will post a video of a mistake... such as frantically running after their mistake as it enters the roadway. I appreciate the honesty and humor, as many others do as well.
That dashcam is an instant classic. Well done Nick!
Great owner VLogs! Thanks for sharing!
New subscriber. I have a 997.1 that I am going to upgrade soon. Thanks so much. You make great vids. Keep up the good work.
Merc e brake is the same as Porsche
Both from Stuttgart, just saying. This is normal sequence for me having spent a lot of time in mercs.
Nick, where do you get these awesome shirts??!
Harrison Chiao He designs them, lol
Im enjoying watching some your old Videos Nick in your back catalogue. Clearly I’ve got too much time on my hands!!
That is some legendary dash cam footage Nick. Keep it up
Nick, I know you like the odd tech-gizmos. Have you ever tried enabling CZcams's auto-generated English captions on your own videos? You're in for a giggle. It's pretty obvious they employ no Aussies or Kiwis in the Google department that creates speach2text. 👍
As a fellow Aussie I take umbrage at your comment regarding Nick’s accent. I can understand him. 😁
@@wernerengel6357I have to admit that I had to Google "umbrage".
You're offended by my comment? Well, if that's true, feel free to feel that way - it's your choice :D
I love the accent.
I giggled at Google's inability to understand it, however.
One thing I noticed about 911 is that Jet fuel can't melt steel beams...
Cool post Nick, more of these as I think its great showing up the BIG manufacturing faults in what we
are led to believe as nearly perfect automobiles. Great viewing.
That dashcam video is the most honest thing i've seen on CZcams in quite a while, and boy did i feel you when you ran after your precious car. I will not be surprised if i wake up sweating from a dream about that at some point. Damn.
Besides that: Thank you Porsche for giving me a headache. I facepalmed so hard when you explained the frunk/battery thing.
I'm not able to buy such a car, and most likely never will be, but i still enjoyed watching. Thank you for yet another interesting and entertaining video :)
PDK > manual
There Nick I just stirred up the pot.
Pdk is better than manual, in general now most automatics are faster than a manual with the absolutely unrepeatable perfect shifts , as I've been saying for years and Is now in fact wide spread fact, they are in fact now obsolete, manuals are completely obsolete in 2017, that's true and stirring up the pot
Simon Chadwick with the manual gear shift lever?
@@gavinwells35 we
I find the 991 too big, sweetspot is the 997.2 4S 3.8 PDK
Thanks Nick. I really found this helpful as I'm about to buy one.
Love the Talk Talk in your opening! Life's what you make it!
it's time to back to bmw :)
Crazy talk
Come on Nick. You know you're a bimmer driver at heart. One of us...one of us...
BMW M2 got a higher rating by Consumer reports than did the Porsche.
Thanks for the tips Nick!
Why you haven't got more subscribers I don't know. What a legend you are. Always look forward to your videos
Nice vid with v useful advice. Lovely 911 too.
Thank you very much, I'll go check these out right now on my 911 ...
Loved this!! thanks Nick.
I thought I was the only one with that last Problem you mentioned. Happens with the Boxster too. Thanks for that info.
Great video! I get those thump w my Summer tires (in winter) on my Macan! I changed over WAY early this year (last week) and it happens EVERY TIME I reverse now... Also happened last year when I changed over before winter was done
The magical 100k subscribers reached! Congratulations Nick and Tui and Becky and William and all involved!
Thank you
7:42 that happens on my Cayman as well!! It took me a while to figure out what was happening
All of these are really relevant to Caymans as noted in the title, so thanks a lot, Nick! Keep it up :)
I have a 718 boxster and the previous owner (at approx 10k miles) managed to have minimal wear. I daily my car -- but gently lift myself into and out of the car. Glad to see I have been doing it correctly as I have minimized additional wear in doing so!
Thank you, great video!!
I was thinking that is something wrong with my suspension all the time when i did full turn..
Nick running to save his beloved car - funniest thing I've seen on youtube all week.
Tui such a good dog, love when he ran after the car with you when it started rolling out of garage.
Very informative Nick, I don't have a Porsche yet but I appreciated the info.
I don't own a Porsche but found your video so entertaining that I even subscribed to your channel! 👍
I love how excited the dogs are as you chase after your car.
OMG Nick that footage of the car rolling back out of your garage was crazy. Damn...
I like the parking break direction. Pull to release is like an old style release where you pull to disengage the pedal parking break.
Wow, that actually was really helpful! I get that "thump-thump-thump" on my Audi A5 when reversing full steering lock at low temperatures, and I was wondering what it was! It's probably a similar steering setup to yours, so that explains it. Glad to know it's normal though!
Watching you chase your new 911 rolling down the drive was hilarious but I am happy all turned out well. I am a sucker for dark blue cars, wish my M2 came in the blue you have. Car looks great, looking forward to more videos as the weather changes up north.
That was funny, I like how your dogs ran with You 😂
Awesome video Nick! So informative. I own a 2015 M4 right now and will be trading it in for a 911 S soon. Following your steps ! 😊
I actually learned something, the last thing you mentioned. Tnx!
Great tips. Thank you.
I was at the Porsche factory recently. It was a great tour and neat to see the new vehicles in production.
You need more subs! Love your videos, the old BMW alongside the Porsche would be a dream
I always get in all my cars like you. Great reaction with that roll back!
Great video! your first two points are unbelievable ! especially the battery one lol! ... nice method on the bolster too i might try it on my car.. not sure how effective it would be since the 911 is a bit low but i try to put my hand on the ledge of the car (bottom of chasis/door frame if that makes any sense), then guide myself into the seat (use to do this in my old car because of recaros!)
Hey Nick, Keep up the great work. Love your videos. Thinking that I'll move from Saab to Porsche 911 on my next car. Already have two Boston Terriers lol. All The Best, Andrew
the front hood really makes me laughed. Lol, good to know about this since I don't drive my 911 too often.
Hey Nick, congratulations hitting the 100,000 subscriber mark. You deserve it. Love your videos, especially your sense of humour and your videography. Keep it up! 5/10 for sure ;)
Ray vWoning thanks Ray
Thanks brother, your videos are very informative. Porsche is not just a means of transportation, it’s an extension of ones personality. If people knew about the history of the 911, they won’t talk negative. By the way keep going, all the very best from Oman.
Great video Nick. Very smart idea on getting into the driver's seat without destroying the bolster over time. The car looks great. (Mike in Ohio)
excellent video and very informative
Thank you for the video Nick. I have been shopping for a 911. I will make sure to bring a measuring tape to measure the back seat passenger lol. Thanks again 👍👍👍
so it's the cold tires that were making the thumping noise. good thing I saw this video, I was planning on taking my 991.1 in for that noise. Thx Nick.
I recently acquired my 2017 911 C2 ...sport exhaust and chrono package is a must, I can't get enough of downshifting pop out exhaust amazing sound in sport mode....never been happier... it's well worth the money spent.....and for all those Porsche haters out there (even though I am big Alfa guy also) feel sorry not reaching your dreams!
Thank you Nick for #5 explanation tire steering clinking sound it happened to me few times last week when weather was ~10 degrees in Northeast.
Fab to watch, cheers Nick.
Love the Talk Talk intro music. Just love it. I've got a 996.2 C4S and I get the front wheel bump thing here in the UK , and only in winter. I can get golf clubs in the back, but my previous car,a Boxster could swallow them in the rear trunk, and the trolley and sports bag in the front trunk. The Boxster is TRULY PRACTICAL. Bollox to the small people though....
luv ur honesty Nick
my 2 and 4 yr old boy loved climbing into the trunk or frunk, having me close them inside so they could pull the glowing handle. good times!
hilarious video when the 4S started rolling backwards and you and dogs came sprinting. glad that ended well for you!
I agree with a post below, I've not had a standard/manual in a while but every time I did I always left it in 2nd gear or any gear for that matter, just as a backup. Glad your pretty 911 didn't go smashy smashy :)
Thanks for the info on the cold weather tire bump. First time mind did that it scared the crap out of me. After that it was just annoying!
The bubble quotes from William are superb - this is a really useful vid!
Your a very helpful guy! thanks!
Great video. Forgetting to engage the parking brake or not engaging it correctly on the manual Porsche cars is very common problem, and watching your video brings back few horror moments. My house is located on steep hill, and I own 3 manual Porsches & 4 PdK Porsche's, and I recall running after my cars on several occasions trying to catch them as they roll back down this steep hill. Scary moments.....The problem gets even more complicated as the standard for Porsche to engage the parking brakes is different between various Porsche cars. For 911, Caymans, Boxsters the e-brake is located vertically below the ignition and as you pointed out you must push it inwards to engage the parking brakes and according to Porsche they claim since it is located close enough to the pedals it is treated as a foot brake which is engaged by pushing your foot to engage it. On Macans, Cayennes the E-Brake is located horizontally on the console below PDK lever and you must pull on it to engage it which is opposite of 911 ebrake, but matches most other cars, and the idea here since it is located next to you it is treated as a hand brake and hand brake are engaged by pulling upwards. After complaining to Porsche about why different standards and how confusing it is, I was educated about their philosophy and why they have 2 different standards for these ebrakes. So now when I am in a 911, cayman or Boxster i train my mind to think it is a foot brake and I must push it in like a foot brake to engage it and when I am in a Macan or Cayenne I tell myself I have a hand brake and I must pull it upwards to engage it. Hope this helps explain the wisdoms of Porsche.