Observations of the 2014 991 TT-S after 3229 miles
12-09-2014, 06:15 PM
#16
Three Wheelin'
Same "complaint" (if you can call it that) with the TT, especially coming from a C2S with PSE. The N.A. flat 6 just sounds so much better, no denying that. My TT is a lease so can't bring myself to invest several thousand dollars in an exhaust.
12-09-2014, 08:12 PM
#17
12-10-2014, 12:35 AM
#19
Rennlist Member
I thought some of you might have an interest in reading my thoughts and impressions on the 991 TT-S after 3229 miles of driving experience.
I believe our car may have been one the first TT-S’s shipped and delivered; we received the car on November 15, 2013. Black over Espresso, and fully loaded (within reason).
We have been driving Porsche’s (all new cars purchased from dealers in St. Paul, Omaha and Mpls) over the last 5 years comprised of two Cayman-S’s, a Boxster-S, a Carreras-S Cabriolet, a Cayenne-S, and a 2010 997 Turbo.
We live in South Dakota, and had the new 991 TT-S transported to Phoenix shortly after Thanksgiving for an extended driving vacation. Note we drive all of our cars, versus store and conserve mileage....why own them if you don't drive them.
We drove the car in and around the greater Phoenix area for an extended period, and then road-tripped back to South Dakota, making our way through all kinds of roads and weather. The route was from North Scottsdale to Sedona, then to Santa Fe, on to Colorado Springs to Omaha, and then back to SD.
The overall time and miles gave us a great opportunity to experience the car.
The following are the highlights of our experience;
• Overall impression…fantastic car! Unbelievably fast, extremely responsive, comfortable even on long hauls and beautiful.
• Never really pushed the car hard due to the newness/break-in period, but can definitely feel the improved handling and power over the 2010 Turbo.
• The ride in standard mode is very comfortable on long hauls, and surprisingly the Sport Mode while very responsive, also provided a comfortable ride. I would say the Sport Mode on the 991-S was much more comfortable than the 2010 Turbo in Sport Mode, but when you "got on it", the 997 had better handling and response....best of both worlds.
• We had Michelin Pilot Alpin rubber installed for the trip, and the tires performed very well. We experienced dry, wet and snow covered roads, and felt comfortable in all conditions.
• We were concerned that with center lock wheels if we had a flat tire, a local repair shop could not repair the flat; but we never incurred a problem. Prior to the trip we confirmed that in the case of a flat, Porsche warranty would provide transport to the nearest Porsche dealership for repairs (regardless of distance).
• Initially we had a slight metal rattle that came from upper rear deck, but that resolved itself.
• PCM navigation, radio, CD and satellite radio worked fine….however, the Auxiliary- Bluetooth feature failed on the second-to-last day of the trip. We talked to the dealer, who confirmed that was a chronic problem with the PCM, and Porsche had not released a “fix”. They said that in most cases the Auxiliary Bluetooth will recover on its own, which it did…however, it was frustrating at the time. I would say the Aux Bluetooth issue is our only complaint.
• We monitored the oil, and no oil consumption.
• Tire pressures maintained at proper levels.
• MPG average varied based on driving conditions, but if I had to estimate I would say 23+ mpg on the highway in Standard Mode (just a guess).
In summary, great car….no regrets what so ever. Every valet loved parking the car. We had numerous individuals (particularly in North Scottsdale) approach us to take a closer look at the car…and everywhere we would get a “thumbs-up” from another driver on the road.
If anyone has questions, I would be happy answer.
I believe our car may have been one the first TT-S’s shipped and delivered; we received the car on November 15, 2013. Black over Espresso, and fully loaded (within reason).
We have been driving Porsche’s (all new cars purchased from dealers in St. Paul, Omaha and Mpls) over the last 5 years comprised of two Cayman-S’s, a Boxster-S, a Carreras-S Cabriolet, a Cayenne-S, and a 2010 997 Turbo.
We live in South Dakota, and had the new 991 TT-S transported to Phoenix shortly after Thanksgiving for an extended driving vacation. Note we drive all of our cars, versus store and conserve mileage....why own them if you don't drive them.
We drove the car in and around the greater Phoenix area for an extended period, and then road-tripped back to South Dakota, making our way through all kinds of roads and weather. The route was from North Scottsdale to Sedona, then to Santa Fe, on to Colorado Springs to Omaha, and then back to SD.
The overall time and miles gave us a great opportunity to experience the car.
The following are the highlights of our experience;
• Overall impression…fantastic car! Unbelievably fast, extremely responsive, comfortable even on long hauls and beautiful.
• Never really pushed the car hard due to the newness/break-in period, but can definitely feel the improved handling and power over the 2010 Turbo.
• The ride in standard mode is very comfortable on long hauls, and surprisingly the Sport Mode while very responsive, also provided a comfortable ride. I would say the Sport Mode on the 991-S was much more comfortable than the 2010 Turbo in Sport Mode, but when you "got on it", the 997 had better handling and response....best of both worlds.
• We had Michelin Pilot Alpin rubber installed for the trip, and the tires performed very well. We experienced dry, wet and snow covered roads, and felt comfortable in all conditions.
• We were concerned that with center lock wheels if we had a flat tire, a local repair shop could not repair the flat; but we never incurred a problem. Prior to the trip we confirmed that in the case of a flat, Porsche warranty would provide transport to the nearest Porsche dealership for repairs (regardless of distance).
• Initially we had a slight metal rattle that came from upper rear deck, but that resolved itself.
• PCM navigation, radio, CD and satellite radio worked fine….however, the Auxiliary- Bluetooth feature failed on the second-to-last day of the trip. We talked to the dealer, who confirmed that was a chronic problem with the PCM, and Porsche had not released a “fix”. They said that in most cases the Auxiliary Bluetooth will recover on its own, which it did…however, it was frustrating at the time. I would say the Aux Bluetooth issue is our only complaint.
• We monitored the oil, and no oil consumption.
• Tire pressures maintained at proper levels.
• MPG average varied based on driving conditions, but if I had to estimate I would say 23+ mpg on the highway in Standard Mode (just a guess).
In summary, great car….no regrets what so ever. Every valet loved parking the car. We had numerous individuals (particularly in North Scottsdale) approach us to take a closer look at the car…and everywhere we would get a “thumbs-up” from another driver on the road.
If anyone has questions, I would be happy answer.
Again thanks for your time.
Jay
12-10-2014, 02:23 PM
#20
Jay....regarding your question on the front splitter, I really have not paid much attention to the difference between the 997 and the 991.
Certainly the 991 looks more aggressive with the splitter extended, but I can't say that I have thought much about it. A few people have been impressed watching the splitter extend....but that is only when I am at a dead-stop....and it seems it is a bit of a "parlor trick"!
FWIW, I had a 2010 TT and had the front splitter painted to match as it sounds like you have done, and I did like that look.
Certainly the 991 looks more aggressive with the splitter extended, but I can't say that I have thought much about it. A few people have been impressed watching the splitter extend....but that is only when I am at a dead-stop....and it seems it is a bit of a "parlor trick"!
FWIW, I had a 2010 TT and had the front splitter painted to match as it sounds like you have done, and I did like that look.
12-10-2014, 04:16 PM
#21
Three Wheelin'
I agree that the front of a 991 TT(S) doesn't look complete (and certainly not as aggressive) unless the lip is extended, but the retractable lip is a fantastic tool for making sure you don't scrape your lip on inclines/ driveways, etc. I rarely scrap the front of the TT, whereas I used to scrape the rubber lip on my SPASM C2S all the time.
12-10-2014, 08:03 PM
#22
I have a slight preference for leaving the lip extended but like the way the car looks either way. Extended it does differentiate the front from a normal 911 but I love normal 911s anyway 