Porsche 911 GT3 991 | Sweet Dreams

In this Docu Review format, we showcase previous generation Porsche 991.1 and 991.2 GT3 911. With the help of the car's creators, we dissect the changes and engineering behind the cars. We interview the heads of the GT car program, their former factory race driver and so much more.

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Index:
00:00 Intro the GT3 dream.
00:50 The Feeling of the GT3
1:49 Interior Impressions
4:00 Mechanical Impressions, Suspension, Aero, And Brakes
11:24 Weight Balance, Steering and RWS
13:39 Transmissions
15:40 Engines 3.8L and Issues
17:46 Manual Transmission and 4.0L
21:02 Why Rear Engine and What it Feels Like with Patrick Long
27:15 Street Driving Impressions 991.2
33:54 Track Driving Impressions 991.1
37:32 Track Driving Impressions 991.2
42:03 Final Thoughts

[tp]

Putting this channel/video into perspective...The first car Savagegeese reviewed was a Buick Lacrosse over 7 years ago. The vision, persistence, and growth has been unreal to watch. Amazing video guys.

[achintyaaatreya]

Everytime I hear one of those engines, I can't help but smile. Nothing stirs up emotions like a high revving normally aspirated engine.

[Motsatiah]

I had a 992S and a GTS on order, I just couldn't justify spending $75, 000 more for almost the same car. But knew if I wanted a GT3, this is the game I had play !! My dealer sensing my reluctance happened to have 991.2, GT3 w/ MT, 6, 500 km and buckets, I bought it. Wow, what a car! There is no comparison, on every metric this car is so much better, as a sports car. The crazy thing is, it's even more comfortable in the city with potholes and bumps. The only downside is drives where at cruising speeds it's revving higher. It's so good, rewarding, fun to drive, and a special car that never lets you forget. I can’t imagine how a 992GT3 could be better. I tracked my 992S for two years and loved it, but this GT3 will be something else. Great review that I saw before buying my GT3, love this channel!!

[the_greatestever]

This video is a masterpiece. I got to drive a 991.2 GT3 at the end of high school (no it wasn't mine) and I literally cried because it was such an experience. I'm now going to law school in the fall and I haven't forgotten this car. Watching this made me feel like I was right back in it. I'll work my ass off to own one eventually. What a video.

[johnm]

I love my GT3. I daily it, and it is a sad reminder that this era is quick thought on the review that I think was missed: as a Daily, it's not about 'chasing the redline', it is about how connected and mechanical the car is. Like winding a fine watch, there is pleasure in small tasks. The engine makes pleasing sounds in every band of RPM. And the sounds change every 2K RPM into something very different. The shifter has a meatiness that is absent in non-GT porsches...each part shows a harmony at 2/10ths and 3/10ths and so on. When you do play with the car, it is a whole other level. Sounds now become 3-4-5times louder, engine wails, brakes, shifter, all of those facets focus the car into something I have never seen outside of my race-car. And then you come out of the turn and put it into 5th gear and the car is a daily again. It's magical.

[shawndejong]

Andreas is truly a car nut. It's awesome to see someone like that at the helm of the GT program at Porsche. Just wish I could afford one

[pmoa]

As an engineer, your videos with technical breakdown just sing to me. The edits are beautiful and I just enjoy the content. And there are VERY few channels that I put in this category. Well done.

[OneJuanWon]

Detailed, deep-dives into these very special cars is what separates this channel from the rest. Real enthusiasts giving a perspective that only fellow enthusiasts can appreciate. 👍

[djBurgers]

It's fun to see Mark become more and more of a Porsche guy the more they review them

[CarYenta-]

Both 991.2 have aftermarket exhausts (6:58 white one has what looks like Soul, red one 27:27 look at the exhaust tip size, that is not stock), and the 991.1 has the stock center muffler 7:09. That's where the sound difference is. Stock for stock, 991.1 has more rasp at 8.5 to 9k than the 991.2 does. I bet that roll cage'd red 991.2 also has a DSC sport v3 PASM controller in it which really helps track manners and street manners, not a ton for the 991.2 which comes with good pasm software out of the box, but changes a ton the character of the 991.1 which is bouncy out of the box - you can set up the 991.1 to feel better than the stock .2. Both .1 and .2 have rear helper springs.

[mauriceconger]

I love how Corvette and Porsche refer to each other as “friends” that’s the positive competitiveness I love in the industry 👍🏾 great video also!

[IM_Arcades]

One of the things about Porsche's GT division has always been how accessible Andreas Preuninger is. He loves to talk about cars and each and every time I see him on videos or interviews, he is never shy about expressing his love for cars.

I am happy to switch from BMW to Porsche. Never mind the little "issues" with Porsche.

[sooperman]

Hey brothers, I know videos like this are a lot of work but I wanted you to know (and I'm sure it's shared by other subscribers), this is where this channel outshines every other channel. These long form videos are so well put together, informative, yet clearly convey your automotive passion! I just want to say that I'm grateful for you all, and thankful that you invest so much time to put out quality content like this, when everyone else seems to just be mailing it in for "likes" and clicks. Thank you, thank you for being so committed to excellence. This is really filling for the car-nut's soul! 👍👍👍 ❤️❤️❤️

[tmh]

Best car content online, bar none. This was a huge undertaking and I appreciate it!

[MeynMotorGroup]

With the way prices have shot up on these, I’m going to need a 75 year loan to bring the payments into reality. Great coverage as always Goose 👍

[shahrukhbakar]

FINALLY FINALLY FINALLY!!! After almost a year of waiting, this video popped up on my feed! Fantastic job! As a 991.2 GT3 6MT owner, some comments: 1) the sound that the 4.0L makes between 7500 to 9000 rpm is an experience like no other. 2) The manual transmission is the best in the business, bar none. 3) The take rate for the 6MT should be a wakeup call to Italian manufacturers that we want a proper manual transmission back. Ferrari/Lamborghini have become technical exercises in speed, and have taken the driver out of the experience. 4) The .1 engines have finger follower issues that will depreciate the car dramatically when the engine warranty expires at 10 years, 120k miles. 5) The engine is remarkably easy to access and do maintenance (oil changes for example). 6) For all the marketing around the 992 GT3 being better, the reality is that the lack of gas particulate filters, better brake pads, and better exhaust sound make the 991.2 the better driving experience. 7) The car delivers on an emotional level far higher than the spec sheet would suggest 8) This is truly one of the all-time best sweet spots in the Porsche lineup and the 991.2 is a modern classic 9) The party line is that they didn't have money to develop the MT initially but this is also conveniently very smart marketing to get the PDK accepted in the marketplace and then to satisfy the enthusiasts later with the MT. You really think Porsche couldn't make a MT from the start?? 10) Can you guys make a video of B-roll with no talking and just the sound of the engine revving up and down in a separate video?

[pascutia]

Phenomenal work, guys. The most thorough look at these cars that’s available. I also love that Porsche GT cars has Andreas Preuninger at their helm. It just goes to show how important it is to have someone who really understands and cares what the customers want in charge of the major engineering decisions.

[Elias_g]

The 991.1 and 991.2 will always have a sweet spot in my heart. Looks much better than the new Generation.

[mnejmantowicz]

Just want to say thank you for doing videos like this. I love your perspective and insights. You provide tremendous value to the car enthusiast community. Please keep it up.

[reynoldsaristeia]

Frankly I never liked Porsche, even 5 years ago. I always thought it was those super priced "to compete with Ferraris" kind of cars, and I liked Ferraris.
- Then the SG showed me the error of my ways and I gained a whole new world of insight into the Porsches and their engineering. Thank you for this cultural revelation, dearest SG. I never thought I would look at Porsches at such deep respect and insight.
- Panamera or Boxter is what I dream of before or after I retire. Within 5 years: MX-5. Gotta have life goals.