Southbranch

My first Porsche, a 2016 C2, was totaled 3 months ago (police cruiser ran a red light and T-boned an SUV which then hit me). I want to replace it with something better and am looking at a low mileage GTS of the same year. It will need winter wheels and tires, but it has centerlocks, which I am not familiar with. It also has the Sportdesign nose, with more overhang and less ground clearance than I am used to, and it does not have a backup camera. I came to appreciate the backup camera on my C2.

Are there any particular maintenance or reliability issues with the 991.1 GTS? My research so far hasn't found anything.
What are the stock centerlock wheels' offsets? I can't seem to find the official numbers.
For the centerlocks, what tools do I need other than the socket, a breaker bar and torque wrench?
Any tricks or advice for protecting the nose from scrapes?
Has anyone had luck with aftermarket rearview cameras, or are they not worth the trouble?

Thanks
Pete

Porsche911GTS'16

Amazing car, the 991.1 GTS. If you have the chance to scoop one up, I would highly suggest it. It is the last of the NA Carreras with a very respectable 430 hp. Just an awesome car. I have never removed a tire from either of my cars (GTS and GT3T) with centerlocks, so I cannot give you any advice there. Unfortunate that the car does not have a rear view camera but for me, hardly a deal breaker.

cajerseyboy

Agree with Porsche911GTS'16. Amazing all around PCar. No reliability issues on mine after 28k miles with about 10 track days. I would recommend the Rennline grills to protect the radiators from road debris. The exposed radiators are delicate and can be costly to repair/replace if damaged.

I have 2 sets of wheels plus stock wheels and change them up often for road and track use.

You have a few options for wheel removal. The majority here on RL use the 3/4" precision instrument torque wrench and breaker bar. This is a no joke task. You will need a second person applying break pressure and keeping the wheel straight while you use all your might to loosen those CL bolts.

3/4" Drive Torque Wrench and...
I graduated up and have a RENNtorq torque multiplier on its way to make changing wheels a bit easier.

https://rennlist.com/forums/991-gt3-...lications.html

With that system you only need the 1/2" torque wrench as it multiplies the force. You can also use this for changing the oil filter, oil and spark plugs so it's an all around great tool to have if you are doing your own up keep.

Summit Tools 1/2 inch...
Now to get he car jacked up I highly recommend Jack Point Jack Stands with race ramps. Another RL favorite for us guys who don't have a lift.

http://www.jackpointjackstands.com/home.html

Race Ramps RR-TJ Trak - Jax

Race Ramps RR-WC-2 Wheel Chock, (Set of 2)
Good luck and don't hesitate on the GTS. It doesn't disappoint.

TwinTurbo420

I was deciding between ordering a 2019 C2S vs a GTS & the center lock wheels, which I had not previously known about, made the choice easy. I got the C2S.

https://rennlist.com/forums/997-foru...el-owners.html


https://rennlist.com/forums/997-gt2-...onversion.html
Do some searches on CL wheels. Many people hate them. If you never remove your own wheels & are always near a Porsche dealer or a big tire shop, probably a non issue for you.
But what if...you are on a road trip, in a small town & there is only Joe-Bob's gas station?
Food for thought.

991.1GTS

Excellent car, and yes, I am biased. Have you driven a .2? As it is even better ... my GTS has 5 lug wheels,a den while I admit it they are not quite as sexy as the CLs, they sure are convenient. If you chose to move forward with this car, you will be thrilled. The cars are bulletproof and sound amazing. You will find your way around the CLs like everyone else has. Let us know what you decide.

cheers

Piacenza

I prefer the CLs but to each their own...

kennypowers

Really nothing I can add on reliability.

I can add that I have had both a 991.1s and now a 991.1 gts (all sport options on my S except powerkit and ceramics) and definitely prefer the gts.

I was really quite surprised at how different they sound, there is a lot more intake noise on the gts and the higher redline is nice.

it also grips harder and feels more stable, probably due to the wider track.

i guess it feels a little faster but both cars felt plenty fast for me.

Huge fan. I’m sure the 991.2 cars are awesome (have only driven a 991.2 base pdk, my 991.1 are manual), but the .1 gts is plenty fast for me.

its a great car.

Niez66

Does the .1 have 11.5” rear wheels or 12” wheels.

which tires are you running? They fit the rims really nice, that’s why I’m asking.

Southbranch

Thanks so much for the encouragement and advice. The centerlocks should not be a problem for me. They look great and I have the skills to deal with them -- I just need the tools.

I have not had the pleasure of driving a 991.1 S or any 991.2 yet, but I had a spirited 20 mile test drive in the GTS over hilly, twisty roads. The differences in sound, handling and acceleration vs. my late, lovely 991.1 C2 base and this unit seem pretty pronounced.

cajerseyboy

Ducktail. Yes please!

kennypowers

Ducktail ftw! Mine has it too, absolutely love it. Great car, DO IT

Bob Z.

I ordered my GTS and did not get the CLs because of the way they looked...I preferred the look of the Carrera S wheels since they were not so busy looking to me. Otherwise, how often does one really have to worry about changing a tire?! Get what looks best to you, and what you like to drive more, the .1 or .2 since they are different but both good.

Papa Fittig

I had a 991.1 CS and then 991.1 GTS. You can't go wrong with the GTS. Reliability was not an issue for me. If you like NA engine and have a need for the back seats there is no substitute

goldduster

I haven't seen anyone who was sad for getting a GTS, a .1 or .2. Am delighted with mine! What are the additional options on the one you're looking at. That will also help.

TorqueChap

+1. Epic car.