Using a 991 in winter on UK roads -
Discussion
Hi Folks,
I've recently bought an as new 991.
I plan to use the car as much of the year as possible, as a weekend toy.
I would like to keep the car in A1+ condition.
With this in mind, how stupid is it to use the car through the winter months, having salt and grit on the roads?
Assuming the car is thoroughly cleaned, dried and kept in a well ventilated and heated garage, is that likely to be sufficient?
How often is is advisable to power wash the underside?
Any thoughts much appreciated.
Cheers!
I've recently bought an as new 991.
I plan to use the car as much of the year as possible, as a weekend toy.
I would like to keep the car in A1+ condition.
With this in mind, how stupid is it to use the car through the winter months, having salt and grit on the roads?
Assuming the car is thoroughly cleaned, dried and kept in a well ventilated and heated garage, is that likely to be sufficient?
How often is is advisable to power wash the underside?
Any thoughts much appreciated.
Cheers!
I use my 991 year-round too. I wish i'd had PPF to the front of the car as i have a few stone/grit chips now, so that's something you'll want to look in to.
The best thing I did was to get a set of winter wheels and winter tyres. I found the car much more predictable in cold temperatures on the winter tyres, and it also feels a bit more comfortable too.
I had my heater fan fail last year, but I gather they all do that. It's a straightforward repair, but look out for signs of it sticking as you don't want to be without heat if using your 991 in winter.
The best thing I did was to get a set of winter wheels and winter tyres. I found the car much more predictable in cold temperatures on the winter tyres, and it also feels a bit more comfortable too.
I had my heater fan fail last year, but I gather they all do that. It's a straightforward repair, but look out for signs of it sticking as you don't want to be without heat if using your 991 in winter.
I you really that worried, fit ppf to the front of the car which will protect the car no end on our awful roads, summer or winter.
then when you use it make sure to have it regularly thoroughly washed to remove salt residue, but that aside it should have no issues whatsoever. good set of tyres and you good to go.. i mean winters is an interesting idea but i found on mine i would not really take them out in horrible conditions, so a good set of PS4S is probably all you need unless you planning to daily drive it regularly in the depth of winter in the countryside
you bought a vanilla 991 at the end of the day.. not some exotic 90s Ferrari..
then when you use it make sure to have it regularly thoroughly washed to remove salt residue, but that aside it should have no issues whatsoever. good set of tyres and you good to go.. i mean winters is an interesting idea but i found on mine i would not really take them out in horrible conditions, so a good set of PS4S is probably all you need unless you planning to daily drive it regularly in the depth of winter in the countryside
you bought a vanilla 991 at the end of the day.. not some exotic 90s Ferrari..
Hi mate.
Just wanted to reply to your post regarding protection for your 991. I have a golf GTI CSS and looking to eventually progress to a 991.1 GT3. I just need to work harder and save harder but one day I’ll get there. I know really very little about Porsches however I would imagine the suspension components are of alloy and some steel. So firstly you want to wash / degrease as much of the current gunk / road grime off. Pressure wash and Hilt Hammber Sufex HD / auto foam mix with a selection of brushes. Ideally wheel off shout. Then once it is all bone dry and I mean bone dry spray very liberal coat of Bilt Hammber DynacHC wax. If you prep the underside well and apply it liberally once it’s dry your underside will be very well protected over the poor salty winters.
I’m not sponsored by BH I just get great results using them. If you need any more help drop me a PM.
I hope this helps. Maybe you can give me some advice on 991.2’s.
Cheers.
Just wanted to reply to your post regarding protection for your 991. I have a golf GTI CSS and looking to eventually progress to a 991.1 GT3. I just need to work harder and save harder but one day I’ll get there. I know really very little about Porsches however I would imagine the suspension components are of alloy and some steel. So firstly you want to wash / degrease as much of the current gunk / road grime off. Pressure wash and Hilt Hammber Sufex HD / auto foam mix with a selection of brushes. Ideally wheel off shout. Then once it is all bone dry and I mean bone dry spray very liberal coat of Bilt Hammber DynacHC wax. If you prep the underside well and apply it liberally once it’s dry your underside will be very well protected over the poor salty winters.
I’m not sponsored by BH I just get great results using them. If you need any more help drop me a PM.
I hope this helps. Maybe you can give me some advice on 991.2’s.
Cheers.
fistenburger said:
I use my 991 year-round too. I wish i'd had PPF to the front of the car as i have a few stone/grit chips now, so that's something you'll want to look in to.
The best thing I did was to get a set of winter wheels and winter tyres. I found the car much more predictable in cold temperatures on the winter tyres, and it also feels a bit more comfortable too.
I had my heater fan fail last year, but I gather they all do that. It's a straightforward repair, but look out for signs of it sticking as you don't want to be without heat if using your 991 in winter.
Did you fix the heater fan yourself, or have someone do it? Mine has decided it wants to remain permanently on, and now has the fuse pulled, and hence the requirement to fixThe best thing I did was to get a set of winter wheels and winter tyres. I found the car much more predictable in cold temperatures on the winter tyres, and it also feels a bit more comfortable too.
I had my heater fan fail last year, but I gather they all do that. It's a straightforward repair, but look out for signs of it sticking as you don't want to be without heat if using your 991 in winter.
KrisP said:
fistenburger said:
I use my 991 year-round too. I wish i'd had PPF to the front of the car as i have a few stone/grit chips now, so that's something you'll want to look in to.
The best thing I did was to get a set of winter wheels and winter tyres. I found the car much more predictable in cold temperatures on the winter tyres, and it also feels a bit more comfortable too.
I had my heater fan fail last year, but I gather they all do that. It's a straightforward repair, but look out for signs of it sticking as you don't want to be without heat if using your 991 in winter.
Did you fix the heater fan yourself, or have someone do it? Mine has decided it wants to remain permanently on, and now has the fuse pulled, and hence the requirement to fixThe best thing I did was to get a set of winter wheels and winter tyres. I found the car much more predictable in cold temperatures on the winter tyres, and it also feels a bit more comfortable too.
I had my heater fan fail last year, but I gather they all do that. It's a straightforward repair, but look out for signs of it sticking as you don't want to be without heat if using your 991 in winter.
To temporarily remedy a stuck (off) blower you just take the lid off the cabin filter box and nudge the fan blades with your fingers. Obviously with the engine/electrics off!
Not sure what you do with one that's stuck on though.
Vroom2 said:
Good tips guys - thanks! I think the power washer's going to get a lot of use! I'm glad I didn't go for an Aston Martin or Ferrari due to the better all year round usability.
Really? A modern Aston Martin or Ferrari is no less useable all year round than anything else. It’s just a car! The garage queen protectionism just denies people the enjoyment they are paying for because they have a fixation on mileage. i have a 991.1 4S manual.I use it all year.
Only if it snows i leave it at home and use the 5 series X drive of my wife with winter tyres.
In the UK is often barely cold enough for winter tyres but we do put them on my wife car for extra safety and as we live in rural area we need at least 1 car.
That's kind of it really.
991 can be used all year round. may want to wash it every 4 /6 weeks. say 3 times during the winter....
Only if it snows i leave it at home and use the 5 series X drive of my wife with winter tyres.
In the UK is often barely cold enough for winter tyres but we do put them on my wife car for extra safety and as we live in rural area we need at least 1 car.
That's kind of it really.
991 can be used all year round. may want to wash it every 4 /6 weeks. say 3 times during the winter....
st33ly said:
Hi mate.
Just wanted to reply to your post regarding protection for your 991. I have a golf GTI CSS and looking to eventually progress to a 991.1 GT3. I just need to work harder and save harder but one day I’ll get there. I know really very little about Porsches however I would imagine the suspension components are of alloy and some steel. So firstly you want to wash / degrease as much of the current gunk / road grime off. Pressure wash and Hilt Hammber Sufex HD / auto foam mix with a selection of brushes. Ideally wheel off shout. Then once it is all bone dry and I mean bone dry spray very liberal coat of Bilt Hammber DynacHC wax. If you prep the underside well and apply it liberally once it’s dry your underside will be very well protected over the poor salty winters.
I’m not sponsored by BH I just get great results using them. If you need any more help drop me a PM.
I hope this helps. Maybe you can give me some advice on 991.2’s.
Cheers.
Lucky man. What an outstanding car the CSS is. Owned one for 10 months and miss it so much. If Porsche did a FWD GT3, this would be it. The best value fun I’ve ever had - unbelievable early playful. Noisy though! Just wanted to reply to your post regarding protection for your 991. I have a golf GTI CSS and looking to eventually progress to a 991.1 GT3. I just need to work harder and save harder but one day I’ll get there. I know really very little about Porsches however I would imagine the suspension components are of alloy and some steel. So firstly you want to wash / degrease as much of the current gunk / road grime off. Pressure wash and Hilt Hammber Sufex HD / auto foam mix with a selection of brushes. Ideally wheel off shout. Then once it is all bone dry and I mean bone dry spray very liberal coat of Bilt Hammber DynacHC wax. If you prep the underside well and apply it liberally once it’s dry your underside will be very well protected over the poor salty winters.
I’m not sponsored by BH I just get great results using them. If you need any more help drop me a PM.
I hope this helps. Maybe you can give me some advice on 991.2’s.
Cheers.
Think I’ll have to get one again some day. Wouldn’t swap the touring for it but the fun factor is very close between them. The
I have a gen 2 997 with 50000 miles that was used in winter and has needed a £3500 underbody returb recently. Anything attached to the body corroded and seams etc were beginning to go. Glad I caught it. Won’t use it in winter again. A 991 will be no different - fine now but in a few years everything underneath will have begun to corrode.
2mpete said:
Lucky man. What an outstanding car the CSS is. Owned one for 10 months and miss it so much. If Porsche did a FWD GT3, this would be it. The best value fun I’ve ever had - unbelievable early playful. Noisy though!
Think I’ll have to get one again some day. Wouldn’t swap the touring for it but the fun factor is very close between them. The
Appreciate the kind words Sir. Think I’ll have to get one again some day. Wouldn’t swap the touring for it but the fun factor is very close between them. The
I would love a proper look around a GT3. I have never been in or driven a 911 and I feel a Porsche of some kind will be the next move however I don’t want to let go of my CSS. At some point soon I will be heading to Edinburgh OPC and have a look. Hopefully the sales staff won’t look down their nose at me.
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