2018 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring & Carrera T - (Two Takes) 

Now this is THE formula for the new matt videos: -two comparable cars -host + guest -seat swaps PS. I know that i just kinda described head2head, but that's where it's at...

Why all the hate on this guy. I don’t get it. He has 3 Porsche’s and his opinion is valid and he’s a solid driver.

I attended Porsche Driving School at Barber Motorsports Park this past weekend. We drove the 911 GTS, 911 Turbo S, Panamera Turbo, Cayman and Boxster S. The only car they did not have was the T. The GTS was the star on the track but the Turbo S was a blast during the launch control segments. We did not get to drive the GT3 but at the end of the day, pro drivers took us for hot laps. I really wanted a GT3, but after a "real" lap in a GT3, I decided I don't need that. It was a true holy sh!t experience. Also, don't knock the Cayenne. they have a great off road course and that vehicle could do things that were absolutely amazing.

Pretty funny all these people in the comments without a clue who Spike is and don't realize they're good buddies. You would think Matt letting him drive would have tipped them off. Spike has been on Matt's podcasts and Matt is almost a permanent fixture on Spikes podcast. This was an awesome episode.

That GT3 Touring is exactly how I'd spec one. Beautiful car!

I actually like this guy, good connection between you guys. I honestly value his input a lot.

unlike some of these guys, I love having Spike in the video, it makes the video less of a review and more of a discussion about the car. Hope you have him back, Matt!

That GT3-T looks so damn good in that color.

Porsche! Driver swaps! Let's a-keep these Two Takes coming!

I love the POV camera angle, focusing on the experience and not only on the driver's face.

That GT3 sounds like angels screaming wow I can’t get over that sound

I love it when you guys collaborate on each others' podcasts. I also thoroughly enjoyed this video. Do more together please.

Just listened to Spike's Car Radio with Matt as the guest... talking about this video. And then here it is. Great stuff.

Matt going just a little bit quicker than usual to quieten that guy down a bit : )

The T isn't that much lighter, but I still think it's a cool package and I really liked this video. If I was shopping for one, I think the way to do it is to go as hardcore as possible with the weight reduction- no back seat, carbon buckets, radio delete...

These two are dynamic as all hell together. One of the best One Takes.

Spike is a legend. Love both of your podcasts. Great video for a fan!

Came back for a re-watch. What a great formula. 2 stellar hosts, with a ton of knowledge and experience between them. Spike and Matt drive Porsches should be a regular show!

It annoys me that people believe that the Carrera T is significantly lighter than the normal Carrera. It’s 44 pounds lighter without backseats. So this example is within a few pounds of a normal Carrera.

Watching this in honor of the 992 GT3 Touring getting announced today. What an engine. Geezus!

It's amazing how people jump on the hate wagon once they see one comment. I wasn't a fan of this Spike either, but he did nothing to deserve being labeled a D bag or accused of ruining the video. He provided the car so you wouldn't have this video without him. Chill people.

Porsche guys in Porsches getting Porsche noises. Love finally seeing you, Spiiiike!

Love the GT3 T, you don't need lift IMO, Ceramics nice. Lift is seen as necessary for resale in the UK, so is needed as everyone thinks you need it ! Anyone used to drive low cars doesn't need it.

Incorrect Spike, the T is not for people that can’t afford a GT, I have a .2 GT3RS Weissach and I love my manual T! The perfect road car 👍👍

Love the rotary reference about the high revs! Respect! I'm a former rotary owner (87 RX7 and 93 RX7) and now a 911 991.2 Carrer S owner.

For two guys who are supposed to know about cars, there are numerous mistakes and omissions in this review. A few examples top of my head: the RWS is not about creating a tighter turning radius.. its about how the rear of the car follows you into turns, especially right decreasing radius or hairpins. my mother would talk about maneuverability in a parking lot.. please, don’t do the same.. talk about dynamics. Also, when comparing to 911R.. you completely omit the major difference to the gt3.2. #1: 911R has a single-mass flywheel, which changes the perception of lightness in the engine, especially in how it revs. However, the gt3 has a non-pneumatic valvetrain, which allows for less oil usage and much much faster race to redline vs the old 911R 4.0. Additionally, you fail to mention the dual intake parameters which give the gt3.2 that midrange Torque which the R lacks. #3: your entire convo on ceramics is juvenile, lacking depth and accuracy. Pccb’s are not going to give you shorter stopping distances, what they offer is fade-free perfoamce vs steel performance in repeat applications. How much horsepower your car has has nothing to do with whether you should select that option, it’s if you’re doing repeat lapping in very hot temperatures that the ceramics may be of benefit… Only reason I’m taking time to write all this crap, is that it’s disappointing to have two presumed real gearheads, and one gt3 owner, be so shallow/surface in their assessment, and straight-up incorrect in multiple areas of this review. Young enthusiastic kids could have talked their way through this comparo, if you’re catering to a real gearhead community, put a little more effort, research into your product. Anyone can go out and drive two cars, but to offer true value to your viewers requires a bit more effort.

A perfect example of why you should drive alone your best vids you have ever made are you driving alone

Great video Matt. Not sure if you have experienced The No lift shifts in the GT3 but it is epic. The new manual GT3 gearbox comes out of the box and even without pressing the sport bottom with power shifts feature allowing you to keep your foot buried into the gas pedal while shifting into the next gear, giving you perfect shift at 9000 rpm redline and similar to PDK shifts. Again great video. Mark

my last big purchase in my lifetime , some sort of modern, decent 911, they are all good to some degree, and every owner I talked to, Love their 911

Spikes and awesome addition, would love to see this regularly. I really expected you guys to hate the T.

i actually really enjoyed this review with spike he seems like a fun down to earth guy

The gt3 is the most glorious sounding car in existence at the moment. Spine chilling. Not that the touring is a slouch, it sounds like a 911 should as well. Nice review guys.

I love this format. You should bring Spike in for more videos

Got one in the same spec but with 918-seats!! I think it must one of the greatest modern 911s.

A lot of hard core track guys like the steel brakes due to cost of maintenance. Something to keep in mind 👊 Great channel Matt! You can also tune the T and make it Hella fast for way way way less money.

Carrera T has a great interior sound and feel unlike the base carrera...

I happily watched every minute of this one. Please do the 911R vs the GT3 Touring as well. It also made it really great having Spike with you, great dialogue.

I love my Porsche Boxster but a manual GT3 is goals!!

Matt, Spike...you've done yourselves a dis-service by missing out on the main,major reason why the Carrera T is so good to drive? The lower gearing which makes the turbo-lag dis appear and makes the engine seem very keen.

The weight difference / feel you're talking about will simply be down to the springs and relative stiffness. Has such a profound effect on any car.

The main problem with ceramic brakes is not the upfront cost or the sqeauling, it’s having to replace TWO rotors at around $30K with labor when a stone chips one rotor, or the mechanic nicks it changing your wheels. I would never be able to relax having these brakes.

Great one (two) take! I enjoyed Spike's input and his comedy

Love how much variation different 6 cylinder setups have in the sound. You can tell a V8 is a V8, but probably you can't tell which make and model it is

991 is the production number on the 911 r

I kinda agree with Matts statement...the base car is fundamentally the same. The T is for enthusiasts to feel special inside. Rolling into cars and coffee then winking at other old men sounds creepy though... A loaded AWD S or GTS with PDK gets my pick. Ultimately a turbo S if I could afford it. I like fast planted cars optimized for daily use. GT3 or T is the other side of that philosophy.

This video proves a pretty big win for the T. I mean for almost half the money you can have 85% of the GT3 car -- Not bad! I liked this passenger, too, he was fun (not sure why all the other negative comments). He helped Matt look less bored than many of his other videos.

Just used the 3 Seashells reference today at work! Coincidence! And no one knew what I was talking about. LOL

Matt - nice video and two great drivers car - There are Carrera T owners who got more than 500 horses easy from the base T engine and with some small mods to go with that - you have a very powerful and fun car It would be amazing if you could get your hands on one of those PLEASE -:)

Great review of the GT3touring. My fav porsche. I enjoyed spike and his tv show driving different cars with a car buyer and buyer has to pick one of the three. Thanks for the ride!

Great vid. Interesting comparison. Special TV production points to Matt for wearing Matte lenses in his sunglasses.

Touring GT3 is definitely the version of GT3 I’d take

Loved the video. You guys had great chemistry!

This vid is just full of famous last words

21:08 = rev limit Thanks for this video !

Base 911 + tune and exhaust has to be great value

I have PCCB on my Cayman GTS. It's always worth it. The lack of brake dust alone is a blessing! With Turbos coming to the GT3 soon, I'm hoping that it'll still sound sharp inside. The Carrera T does not sound all that bad already. Nothing compared to the 4.0L but sadly, that chapter will close soon.

Nice one Matt. Glad Spike joined you in a video.

The comparison should also include the 911 GTS. How that model positions against GT3 Touring and Carrrera T. What about also the Carrera S?

The famous Porsche windshield glare. No joke.

That chalk color is beautiful. I’d take the Carrera T but the GT3 touring is an amazing looking and sounding car.

Oh Matthew, you've only gone and distracted me all morning, no work done at all. First the Podcast Q&A and now this! Ace!

Literally doesn't get any better than a GT3 touring in slate with manual gearbox

this is one of the best episodes! Entertaining, funny and informative

All of you hating on this video because of Spike are nuts. I'll have you know that growing up I had several 911 models so I'm an expert.

What's the deal with the amount of people in the comment section who don't know who Spike is? Damn youngens.

7th gear is awesome for cruising at a steady 200 plus kph on the autobahn :)

I think they should of put the S 420hp enfine in the T..I have 2 porsches; 2017 718-S and a 2017 Macan GTS-love them both. Porsche builds fun and reliability! Great vids dude...Bullitt was a great 70's movie, btw...

As Spike stated, "nothing I hate more than 18 way seats". It's a keen remark. And there is nothing more sillier than multiple power seats in a 2 seat or 2+2 sports car. Added weight, added electrics and wasted cost. A smooth, mechanical adjustable seats would be just fine. How far is the driver going inside the car? But, unfortunately vast majority of high end sport cars have them as standard equipment.

Been waiting for this now for awhile... Didn't disappoint.

Matt, Spike and Bill should go on a Porsche Road trip. I think it would be a hell of a video.

Man...you two are excellent together! Thanks for the video!

Spike! this is like a mini podcast....

Finally found this vid. Awesome, what a great care Spike.

Regarding the ceramic brake noise on the GT3, I wonder if the passenger side rotors suffered from side-of-road debris contamination at some point in their service life. Pure speculation on my part. Always fun to hear some 911 goodness and "keep it basic" with a $175k car makes me chuckle.

As to the seventh gear you can get to it from 6th or 5th

Porsche made 991 examples of the 911 R, not 356, and all were sold to 'insiders' and investors (who don't drive them) before production even began, which is why I'm happy they got screwed by the GT3 Touring.

Great chat gents very enjoyable, some very interesting and valid points raised.

I love the new Carrera T, but $7500 for ceramic brakes? Nope. You don't need 'special' brakes on this car unless you're tracking it.

“Special brakes” (PCCB) are awesome but when it comes time to replace them ... ouch. Which will likely be the 2nd owner’s responsibility. Just like me with my M6. After two track sessions I went from 60k mi life expectancy to only 14k mi. I just hadddd to take it on track to see what it could do though. Question is: replace with CCB next time or swap to steel? Hmmmm.

Good video, little awkward for the both of you for him to mention not crashing it

Truly the GT3 has one of the best engines made to date.

Why would you want a GT3 without the wing?

Great video guys. enjoy your podcasts as well. Trying to decide Base vs Carrera T. Do you think the Limited slip diff and shorter rearend make the T worthwhile? I just test drove a Base and have really got the bug for a 911. Thanks again for yall's content.

To me I think the T needs two things a TUNE for 50 extra ftlb of torque and leather door pulls instead of that cheap looking fabric door pulls. Also, the rear wheel steering is a way to set this as a real handling car at a price.

The prices have jumped considerably since this video. With just $2K in options you're now looking at $128K and try getting into one at list if you can find one at all.

@thesmokingtire did you really just call yourself a "hardcore porsche enthusiast"! welcome, we've been waiting for you! (love the Gold Turtle!)

I normally like Spike, but in this video he's kinda annoying. I get the car is his baby, but does he really think Matt wants to damage his car?

Great intro Zack

My palms get a little sweaty watching Spike in the cockpit

Way to rep the Nat'l Forest Sign! I bought a FiST and the first place I ran it was in Zion! Pikes Peak was closed 🤙

Spike! I hope you go to my bud Will Lee's (@PTSRS) car show during car week

On the shirt, in europe that's a medium. Xxxl is for 500 pounder people.

Matt, always enjoy your videos - but please put a polarizer filter on your camera. The reflection of the dashboard is bad. (Or put the cam outside)

Loved the way you guys did this video. Hope to see more like this

Great video. Would be awesome to do more in this format- Spike, Zack, Rogan, etc!

I dont like Spikes comment on carbon brakes. Im sure they can be better but on the street they wont make a difference and on the track there is a reason people take them off, even if thats price.

Love Spike! Loved the co host style in this video. Hilarious duo

Damn that 4.0 sounds so good

To me these days, the biggest indicator of who's a special enthusiast is just about who drives a manual. Don't need a special edition for that...just who's actually interested in driving vs who's interested in MFR 0-60 claims.

I just don't get the T for "touring", and then you take away all the nice creature comforts and make it less luxurious? T should be going the other direction, with more weight and more luxury. Porsche should've called this a "Carrerra RS", not a T.