992 Carrera T Club
02-19-2021, 07:51 AM
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03-02-2021, 12:03 AM
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What makes people think a 992T is a foregone conclusion? The first Carrera T didn't sell that well (there were still new ones on dealer lots thru the summer of 2020). I would imagine they're trying out the T trim level in the Cayman to see if it boosts sales there. If it doesn't, I could see Porsche scrapping the T concept altogether for the time being. August Achleitner has retired and he seemed to be the main proponent of the Carrera T, but obviously torches get passed. I am by no means saying it won't happen, just seems like anything but a certainty.
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03-02-2021, 07:26 AM
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What makes people think a 992T is a foregone conclusion? The first Carrera T didn't sell that well (there were still new ones on dealer lots thru the summer of 2020). I would imagine they're trying out the T trim level in the Cayman to see if it boosts sales there. If it doesn't, I could see Porsche scrapping the T concept altogether for the time being. August Achleitner has retired and he seemed to be the main proponent of the Carrera T, but obviously torches get passed. I am by no means saying it won't happen, just seems like anything but a certainty.
Second is the inclusion of the T in the 718 range. It won’t sell well, but that’s because the 4 cylinder doesn’t sell, has nothing to do with the T. However, the mere fact it exists is proof that Porsche is actively thinking about T models and that most likely will carry over.
For the 992, the “T” makes a ton of sense. It’s the only way of getting a manual transmission in a base C2, but even then it will be priced just below an “S” so that it shouldn’t cannibalize sales to an excessive degree. 992s are selling fantastically well, so I don’t foresee any difficulties in moving cars.
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03-11-2021, 10:41 AM
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For the 992, the “T” makes a ton of sense. It’s the only way of getting a manual transmission in a base C2, but even then it will be priced just below an “S” so that it shouldn’t cannibalize sales to an excessive degree. 992s are selling fantastically well, so I don’t foresee any difficulties in moving cars.
Ding ding ding. A winner.
Personally, as a guy who has a GT3 allocation, the Carrera T appeals to me. 3/4's the fun with some exclusive bits at half the price. AND a backseat for my 6 year olds.
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03-11-2021, 10:48 AM
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I'm a T buyer for sure if one comes. I can't afford a new GT3 Touring, or the old one for that matter but want a manual with just performance options. Yeah i could get an S but I like the T for it's rarity.
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03-11-2021, 02:55 PM
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03-11-2021, 11:51 PM
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I’m starting to think we may not see a Carrera T until the 992.2. We are still waiting for the GTS...
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03-12-2021, 02:15 AM
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Well, first off because even if AA is retired, he did categorically state in interviews that the T would return. That’s a rarity for ANY Porsche employee to discuss a future model...
Second is the inclusion of the T in the 718 range. It won’t sell well, but that’s because the 4 cylinder doesn’t sell, has nothing to do with the T. However, the mere fact it exists is proof that Porsche is actively thinking about T models and that most likely will carry over.
For the 992, the “T” makes a ton of sense. It’s the only way of getting a manual transmission in a base C2, but even then it will be priced just below an “S” so that it shouldn’t cannibalize sales to an excessive degree. 992s are selling fantastically well, so I don’t foresee any difficulties in moving cars.
Second is the inclusion of the T in the 718 range. It won’t sell well, but that’s because the 4 cylinder doesn’t sell, has nothing to do with the T. However, the mere fact it exists is proof that Porsche is actively thinking about T models and that most likely will carry over.
For the 992, the “T” makes a ton of sense. It’s the only way of getting a manual transmission in a base C2, but even then it will be priced just below an “S” so that it shouldn’t cannibalize sales to an excessive degree. 992s are selling fantastically well, so I don’t foresee any difficulties in moving cars.
03-12-2021, 08:33 AM
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That’s... literally the point of the T. I can understand some of the doubt of there being a “T” in the 992.1 generation, but to think that Porsche would make a Carrera T and NOT offer it in manual is beyond ludicrous.
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03-12-2021, 08:42 AM
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03-23-2021, 12:16 PM
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The more I think about it, the more it makes sense that Porsche just drops in the 4.0ltr out of the GT4 to make the Carrera T. 414 horsepower is right between a base and an "S". Just change the ratios of the manual to make it quicker revving and you have a poor mans GT3 that wouldn't come close to cannibalizing the GT3 or for that matter the base or S since it would be such a different driving experience. The GTS to be a detuned GT3 would be too close in HP and feel. Maybe I'm dreaming but the parts pin and specs would make a perfect car to fill the T spot.
03-23-2021, 01:06 PM
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I recall reading somewhere where a Porsche executive explained that the development costs of the 4.0 NA engine of the Spyder/GT4/GTS would be spread out by planting it into other models. That does make good business sense - although we've yet to see that happen.
If it goes into a Carrara T, I'd be personally thrilled, although I'm truly skeptical. I believe Porsche want's to keep their NAs only for the GT products.
That said, if they did it - would probably make the Carrera T as desirable and hard to get as a 992 GT3.
If it goes into a Carrara T, I'd be personally thrilled, although I'm truly skeptical. I believe Porsche want's to keep their NAs only for the GT products.
That said, if they did it - would probably make the Carrera T as desirable and hard to get as a 992 GT3.
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