' 2014 / 2015 Porsche 911 Targa 4S (991) ' Test Drive & Review - TheGetawayer 

The Targa 4 remains the ultimate Porsche for me. On a more technical note concerning your vlogs Guido (in general), I really like the way you choose to make your shots and the way you edit them. As a communications professional, I can make that comment. Since your style is so consistent throughout, I think you're benchmarking the way people should do automotive reviews on RU-vid. So thumbs up there! Porsche should give you more models per annum to review. And I hurrah your obivious love for Porsche. In the world of true sportscars, there can be only one... Cheers, Guido. Well done and keep those vids coming.

Very slick review indeed. Great camera work. Interesting to hear about the added wind buffering. Great work my friend. Impressive.

Agreed 100%. I think for most of us it IS about the "experience" more than all the performance numbers other journalists and magazines us to sell us on cars (e.g. 0-60 mph times). Who cares if one 911 can lap the Nurburgring faster by 2/10 of a second? Means nothing in everyday driving. 98% of Porsche owners will never drive on a track nor have any desire to. So for this reason I think the Targa's are one of the best choices. Very sexy chrome "Targa bar". And I too doubt any one will notice the added 300 odd pounds. It's still going to drive like a "Porsche 911" (except for maybe the GT3's...though, on the street you wouldn't notice the benefit of rear wheel steering). If I were buying a Targa I'd order a "2016 Targa 4s".

You give the best reviews of 911s period.

When I get the opportunity, this is the version 911 I will be buying. I love the retro styling.

Hi Guido! I see you got your hands on the Targa finally. Bless you good sir! An outstanding review and well worth the wait. Keep doing what you do. We so enjoy your work.

Really enjoyed this review! Theres only one Targa 4s currently at the dealerships where I live. I've seen plenty of the cabriolets this summer, but it was great to see a hands on, high quality review of the new Targa from someone who appreciates classic styling and spirited driving.

Wow, really excellent review Guido! The filming and editing was fantastic and you make some great points. I think if I were to get a 911 and could afford the Targa, it would definitely be my first choice, although the GT3 would be very tempting too. But like you said towards the end of your review, going for a drive while being exposed to the elements like you are in the Targa is a wonderful feeling that can't be matched by a hardtop. Keep up the great reviews Guido, they just continue to get better and better!

Nice review, keep them coming. This review helped me to make up my mind to buy a Targa 4S instead of a cab S (after a test drive). Thanks!

Great review Guido

Thanks for the honest opinion of testing it at higher speeds in relation to wind turbulence.

Looks great, breaking the norm was an excellent choice by Porsche

Great review. Really love that your camera shows how it looks with the top down. I'd love to see more "rear view visibility" camera shots in reviews though... Showing what the rear view mirror, and also over the shoulder rear visibility, is like in each car. I didn't realise until I bought a Boxster how limited its over the shoulder to the sides and back, and rear view mirror, visibility was with the top down until I bought one and drove it for a while. Was terrible with the top up in heavy city traffic.

So glad to see a "real" Targa back in the Porsche lineup. I used to own a 964 Targa and loved it. Thought your comment about the greenhouse was great!

I absolutely adore this beautiful blue interior. I don't care for the PDK automatic though. I love the 911 targa. My unlce has a 68' SC targa. Thanks.

Nice review man. I agree with your last statement - you buy one of these to escape and enjoy the elements. I was going to ask about buffeting - but you already answered. I know you've been wanting to review one of these for a while! Do they come in 7MT?

... und wie wir's mittlerweile gewohnt sind, tolles Review. Prima.

The Best 911 Targa Review so far! Thank you, you really focused the point, Driving Eperience!

it would be great if porsche made optional polycarbonate rear for targa :-)

I say they should make a targa turbo

Great tip @ 05:31; that's what a real reviewer does. Thanks, G.

Great review, I enjoyed it very much. Your best review yet?

Guido, Excellent Review as usual!!! You answer the questions that we have in mind and don't provide filler. Thanks Dude!!!

991 Targa with blue interior, damn it looks good.

In meinen Augen ist der 911 Targa DER Sportwagen schlechthin, weil der silberne Überrollbügel einfach des Design des ohnehin schon perfekten "Standard-911" noch perfekter macht. Man merkt dem Auto an dass sich das Aussehen schon seit 50 Jahren stetig weiterentwickelt hat, der 991 wirkt in sich so stimmig, alle Linien passen einfach... Vom Fahrgefühl habe ich leider keinen Schimmer aber wenn man dich so hört muss das (wenn man es sich denn leisten kann :/) ein absolut fantastisches Auto sein. Super Video auf jeden Fall!

Super gorgeous 991. Jealous you were able to drive. Keep up the good work. Cheers

Guido, it would be great to see you test drive the 997 and compare it to both the 991 and new cayman and boxster. You have a blog post comparing the new cayman to the 997. Love the professionalism of your videos. Keep it up.

It's great to see how people from different nations react to one car. I have seen quite a bit of hatred on some of your videos, just don't mind them and keep the videos coming. :)

Great review. About six months ago I watched your video on the GT3 and as you said they are impossible to get new. It is about a two year wait here in the US and most dealerships get one car if they get any so there is a waiting list. I watched countless reviews on most every sports car available and I always came back to the Porsche. To make a long story short, I just ordered a 2017 Targa 4S which was almost as difficult to get as the GT3. My dealer had to make a trade with another because there was only one available in the southeast US. Based on your review, I ordered it with all of the performance options (except ceramic bakes) including PDCC which should alleviate any issue of it being top heavy ( I know you said you couldn't feel the weight difference but I figured it couldn't hurt). Also, it appears that the roof may be lighter now since they have incorporated magnesium; it can now be opened and closed at speeds up to 30 mph. I chose GT silver with red and black interior and spider wheels. I should have it in about three months. If you have any suggestions regarding options and equipment, let me know; I can still make changes. Thanks again for all of your great reviews.

Great review and that blue on blue looks awesome! Porsche needs to let you review all there models.....???

Excellent review as always. Thanks for the wind noise tip.

I really enjoy your reviews. The silent part starting at 3:32 really took me into the car, great effect!

Awesome review Guido! You're doing better and better!

I think it's very cool the way the convertible top opens. I don't fall into the eagle eye category that can tell the difference between every 911 though.

Thx mon friar. Your videos are a big treat for me to watch. Love them! Sounds like an excellent idea. Was in Munich a couple of years ago but could only get to BMW Museum/Welt (awesome) I guess I will come somewhat clean. I do own a 2006 C4S so I'm not immune to the 911 experience. Love my C4S but of course yearn for the day I can upgrade to a 991. Keep up the good work. Love all the videos. The TTRS is my personal favorite. Seems like the best car for the money hands down.

Awesome review man! Can't imagine what it's like to drive, but you get me pretty close. I know my STi is still number one for you though haha! Take care - Hans

Great review of one of my very favourite cars but I've heard a few differing opinions regarding the wind buffering. Either way, I would have one of these cars tomorrow if I could. It is just so beautiful in my opinion, I would put up with any wind buffering.

Great review Guido. Interesting observation about the wind entering the cabin at higher speeds. I must say, that mechanism is over the top, i.e. ridiculous. I hope Porsche soften up and let you review the Macan. Those bad boys need a spanking.

Great video. I have had my red Boxter S for a year now and have no regrets, just fun every time I get in it .Not sure I would need any more power than this has , as i have yet to go anywhere near the speed limit of this car. Would I like the 911 targa. Sure thing, but that wind noise would get distracting. enjoy the moment.

You did it again. As always, great review.

Looks amazing, but if I had to choose between 911C2S and this Targa, even if prices were the same, my money would go to the coupe :) This complicated design and added weight just frightens me. EXCELLENT review, by the way. I am always on the edge of my seat when I see your videos in my sub-box :)

thanks for you great review. the wind thing was important for me and no other journalist was talking about it!!

This car will sell for its looks....period.....for the pure 911 driving experience though.... I guess one cud be overjoyed driving a Carrera 4S....let alone the track specials.......awesome video though......Brilliant

This is my dream car. The original was now this is. One day, I shall have one.

Great video Guido, thanks for all the effort you have put in it! The Targa is a very desirable car indeed....

My dream car

Another great review, Guido. One day, I'd love to get your take on the new NSX...if it ever comes out;)

Mei, was für eine Schönheit! Bis auf den Heckwischer, damit kann man wirklich jeden Elfer ruinieren. ;) Auf den Test habe ich auch gewartet, danke Guido! *thumbsup*

As always, great review again Guido. The wind buffeting part was a good tip indeed. The wind management in the cabriolet (with the wind-deflector up) is too good in my opinion, you don't get the feeling of a true open-air car. I would actually expect that kind of feeling more likely in the Targa, but it seems that Porsche didn't quite manage to get that done properly. Also I think it's a shame that the roof is electrically operated. That's for me the main reason why I wouldn't want one. Too many fragile parts that can rattle or brake and Porsche doesn't have a very reliable history with rattling roofs 🙊. They should have made the electric roof optional.... In my opinion, the best open top Porsche is the Boxster, but hey... I might be biased ;) Nevertheless, it is definitely one of the very best looking Porsches and IMHO even one of the best looking 911s ever. From that point of view, Porsche did a marvelous job!

Good review as always. Bit of a transformer 911 with that complicated roof design, but I like it anyway

Thanks for a great review. You just made my weekend. The best looking 991 and the best colour combo by far. Keep up the good work.

This video definitely made my day.

Great review!! Personally, I've always preferred targa tops over regular convertibles, but I agree the circulating wind noise due to the rear windshield is a con you don't want to over look in considering these vehicles.

as always great review, and a very important comment about the extra turbulences in the car, I doubt many reviewers will pick that up

Great review, subscribed!

Awesome car, I really like the Targa

Übrigens: dass der Targa nur im Stand das Dach bewegen kann, hat auch rechtliche Gründe! Sobald Heckleuchten und/oder Kennzeichen durch das Verdeck/Klappdach nicht mehr zu sehen sind, muss das Auto stehenbleiben.

Nice review. I know some people would disagree, but I'd like to see a review on the NC and ND mx-5's sometime in the future. Here's to hoping you can get them :)

Great review... I love the old new Targa look, but I would have preferred a simpler, lighter roof mechanism.

Your videos are excellent! Keep up the good work.

Somebody needs to give you a job in this buisness, either tv or Porsche itself... Fab work mate!

Another great review! Glad Porsche went back to the silver roll bar, the 993 and 997 targas always looked weird to me. Great advice about the potential wind buffeting. Now what I would love to see is a Boxster GTS with a manual targa top.

Thanks so much for this particular review.

Klasse Video mal wieder, das blaue Interieur finde ich persönlich sehr cool ! Fave

Great review as always mate cheers

I have been looking forward to this review for some time. Thank you, Guido, it was awesome! Btw, I really like what you were listening to at 2:47 ;-)

thanks Guido! show!!

Awesome review - awesome car. As soon as the 991 targa came out, I was stunned by its elegance! But it would not make the choice easier - if I would have the money - Boxster GTS, 911 CS2 convertible, the targa or the GT3??? The only thing, which I don't like, are the blue leather. I think, except of dark red, brown and black leather, Porsche interior looks hideous, after a couple of years [well not only Porsche interior - but I rarely see other cars with orange or blue leather inside...].

Brilliant video as always! Do you think you will be able to get hold of a Boxter GTS anytime soon?

Wow you save the best for last when you said you put the cell phone down put the top down and all your problems go away I am poor s t a r g a z e in the past air cold and I had the same sensation looking to getting into a new 1991 Probably a 2014 or 2015 and you are 100% right life just gets better love your review and love the way you explained it keep up the good work it shows

I know this channel is "Pure German Gasoline Culture" but can you do a review of a Corvette C7 or a Chevrolet SS?

Great, thanks Guido

enjoy your videos! a tip: there is no need to say "in my opinion." this is already implied

Fantastic review Sir! Subscribed! Who needs DRIVE+ anyway, Europeans reviewing European cars on European roads is the way it should be - What do the Americans know anyway... ;)

I'm not a fan of Porsche targa but I can look at that folding mechanism all day

Nice video!

if it weren't so slow i would get one. Great vid

please do a review on AUDI RS5 please

I think this in a turbo manual version would be my choice daily driver.

Hallo TheGetawayer, immer gute Videos auf RU-vid von dir! Kurze frage: wie kannst du all diese schönen Porsche ausgeliehen bekommen, aus welcher Niederlassung kommen sie? Wieviele Km kann man durchschnittlich einen normalen 911 fahren, etwa 600 nur glaube ich? Grüsse aus Belgien. Wim

Another gr8 review

Guido..I have two month's to decide..if you care to help..X5 M or Cayenne Turbo? I'm thinking Cayenne. Thanks in advance..Ralph

Funny, I saw another review of the targa yesterday and he said there was no wind buffeting. He lied!

The actuation seems overly complicated as you mentioned. I like the targa design though

Guido, so the only real caveat is wind buffeting when the top is opened at a high speed? Wasn't there any serious rattle or squeak from the top and its mechanism? I'm really curious about this matter, as I'm planning to buy this 991 Targa. By the way, your comment about the glass top of 993-, 996-, 997-Targas looking like a greenhouse is so apposite. I totally concur. This 991's non-glass top makes it the real Targa. :) I like this color-scheme in Agate Grey: Porsche 911 Targa (991) | Video | Test 2014 | Fahrbericht Agate Grey Metallic with Garnet Red interior.

This is the most beautiful 911. Ever. Who cares if it’s a little heavier or a little slower. You take the most beautiful girl home not the one that runs the fastest.

Massive fan of the 991 Targa look - but for me I'd rather have less weight / less complicated roof system and lift the roof panel myself like the original.....And I would leave the rear wiper off!...spoils the clean look.

Apparently the engine is not accessible! So you cant take it to your local mechanics to change the carburettors or the distrubutor!

Your German accent make this review great :D

Der Targa ist meiner Meinung nach wirklich mit einer der schönsten 911-er. Schon das Öffnen und Schließen des Targadaches sieht phänomenal aus. Das blaue Leder im Innenraum finde ich bisschen unpassend - ist ja bekanntlich Geschmackssache, bzw. wirkt es in Wirklichkeit vielleicht anders.

Targas make the best cars

I feel kind of weird about the rollbar. I know it resembles the old 911 Targa and looks like an awesome revival of it to Porsche enthusiasts, but I personally wouldn't like this without knowing why they did it this way. Though I guess that's what Porsche is known for: being conservative with their designs. It's what makes the brand be either consistantly awesome or boring and my opinion, why many people switch over to Jaguar etc. recently. They want something "truely new".

Wie ist der Sound bei offenem Dach, verglichen mit dem Cab?

Splitting hairs, But I'd have preferred the lid to have been carbon fibre, to complete the solid look. just think the small piece of rag looks a bit odd.

nope, rather have a 911 carrera or bump up to supercar level turbo. :)

nice review. i do like how the targa looks. i like it more then the convertible. BUT. I simply dont want to like this stupid roof mechanism. why. why does it have to be so complicated and couse of that heavy. they should have made the same solution like lamborghini with the aventador roof. or like the corvette targa roofs. in this case im really disapointed from porsche. when the fat man from kentucky can make it in the new 2015 ZO6 for f.... sake why cant porsche. sorry getawayer dont take it personally really like your reviews but that stupid roof makes me angry. but maybe are the future buyer of the targa so lazy that they need such a big ass roof butler. who nows. porsche does for sure. stupid roof.

Are those backseats?

Wow you save the best for last when you said you put the cell phone down put the top down and all your problems go away I am poor s t a r g a z e in the past air cold and I had the same sensation looking to getting into a new 1991

Chase your troubles away drive a 911T today

It's beautiful but way too heavy and expensive just for a retro look.