992 turbo s

[arcamalpha]

APOLO1 said:

It’s a lot more planted than the 991s the steering is also much sharper it’s calibrated the same setup as the GT4s also the front end has much better turn in. If it’s more a GT type feel that you are after then make sure you go for the lower 10mm suspension, I found the ones without this a bit to much of a cruise like you mentioned above. Not once on any road have I felt that the lower 10mm is to harsh.

Thanks, that’s good to hear.

Have you driven other 992s? Any comments on that comparison particularly re the tied-down feel?

[APOLO1]

arcamalpha said:

Thanks, that’s good to hear.

Have you driven other 992s? Any comments on that comparison particularly re the tied-down feel?

Yes, I did just over 26k miles in a 992 C2S coupe and Cab, both had the lower 10mm Sport PASM, great cars. Whist they both felt planted and had the tied-down feel. They were not in the same way the 992 Turbo S feels in this area, the Turbo S has its own calibration/settings for RWS, and torque sensor on the steering etc, not only does the 992tts feel a bit more tied-down than the C2s but also more agile on both road and track.

Edited by APOLO1 on Friday 12th February 15:12

[arcamalpha]

APOLO1 said:

arcamalpha said:

Thanks, that’s good to hear.

Have you driven other 992s? Any comments on that comparison particularly re the tied-down feel?

Yes, I did just over 26k miles in a 992 C2S coupe and Cab, both had the lower 10mm Sport PASM, great cars. Whist they both felt planted and had the tied-down feel. They were not in the same way the 992 Turbo S feels in this area, the Turbo S has its own calibration/settings for RWS, and torque sensor on the steering etc, not only does the 992tts feel a bit more tied-down than the C2s but also more agile on both road and track.

Edited by APOLO1 on Friday 12th February 15:12

Thanks again. Think I’ll get an order in

[Timbuktu]

Has anyone driven the 992 Turbo S with both -10mm suspension and the standard non lowered suspension now?

My current 992 Turbo S has the -10mm and I've got to choose whether to get it on my new one or not. I haven't driven one with the standard suspension.

The roads around me are quite bumpy and potholed and I just wonder whether it would be a bit more comfy without losing too much of the sporty handling.

I'm leaning towards non lowered at the moment.

I've got until tomorrow to decide before the spec is locked!

[nick28]

Timbuktu said:

Has anyone driven the 992 Turbo S with both -10mm suspension and the standard non lowered suspension now?

My current 992 Turbo S has the -10mm and I've got to choose whether to get it on my new one or not. I haven't driven one with the standard suspension.

The roads around me are quite bumpy and potholed and I just wonder whether it would be a bit more comfy without losing too much of the sporty handling.

I'm leaning towards non lowered at the moment.

I've got until tomorrow to decide before the spec is locked!

I have a 992 Turbo S 'without' and had a 992S 'with'. Like you the roads around me are poor and I found the 992S bottomed out as well as not producing a particularly fluid ride (I've had GT3's and have no problem with firm suspension). I prefer without - though the PEC one had it and felt great on a smooth circuit

[LordOfTheManor]

My turbo comes without it, as it will never see a track, only fast Welsh mountain roads

[Timbuktu]

Yes this is purely for road use.

[arcamalpha]

Timbuktu said:

Yes this is purely for road use.

Why are you getting a new/second one may I ask?

[5050]

Timbuktu said:

Has anyone driven the 992 Turbo S with both -10mm suspension and the standard non lowered suspension now?

My current 992 Turbo S has the -10mm and I've got to choose whether to get it on my new one or not. I haven't driven one with the standard suspension.

The roads around me are quite bumpy and potholed and I just wonder whether it would be a bit more comfy without losing too much of the sporty handling.

I'm leaning towards non lowered at the moment.

I've got until tomorrow to decide before the spec is locked!

I’m in the same boat, currently have a 992 Turbo S with the -10mm and have another on order. Not driven one without but I think it looks better slightly lower. My gut feeling is I wouldn’t spec it again as the ride is just a little too firm. What did you decide in the end?

[s2000db]

5050 said:

Timbuktu said:

Has anyone driven the 992 Turbo S with both -10mm suspension and the standard non lowered suspension now?

My current 992 Turbo S has the -10mm and I've got to choose whether to get it on my new one or not. I haven't driven one with the standard suspension.

The roads around me are quite bumpy and potholed and I just wonder whether it would be a bit more comfy without losing too much of the sporty handling.

I'm leaning towards non lowered at the moment.

I've got until tomorrow to decide before the spec is locked!

I’m in the same boat, currently have a 992 Turbo S with the -10mm and have another on order. Not driven one without but I think it looks better slightly lower. My gut feeling is I wouldn’t spec it again as the ride is just a little too firm. What did you decide in the end?

Why are you changing so soon guys?
Is the suspension too harsh?

[MeisterH]

Sold my 992 TurboS due to the 10mm suspension being to harsh when out with wife and small children.. 100% would order standard suspension.

Car just did not like the rubbish B roads where I live, was a shame as it really took the shine of driving it as I live about 3 miles from an A road so every outing was ‘mind that rut.. mind that pothole, this and that !

[Timbuktu]

I'm just changing because the first car was not one I had specced up myself and I actually wanted a different colour.

I still have until later to decide but think I'll probably go non lowered, I wouldn't have thought 10mm would make a massive difference to the looks!

[arcamalpha]

Interesting how the -10mm options seems to divide opinion of whether it’s good or too harsh. Not driven either yet myself but am intrigued to find out.

[Timbuktu]

s2000db said:

Why are you changing so soon guys?
Is the suspension too harsh?

I don't find it too harsh as such, and it's certainly not the reason I'm changing the car, I just thought the non lowered may be a little more comfortable as it's just a road car and won't be used on the track.

[s2000db]

Many thanks for the info guys, I’m currently pondering an order, and your input is most appreciated regarding ride harshness vs possible handling differences.

[Sinkygolf]

My car went into build today with delivery at the end of March and I had the same dilemma regarding the 10mm lowered height. I figured all my cars recently have been relatively stiff and I definitely prefer the more sporty drive. I also think the stance is slightly better. Can’t do anything about it now however these posts have definitely made me question my decision....again!!! Not long until I find out.

[MeisterH]

Sinkygolf said:

My car went into build today with delivery at the end of March and I had the same dilemma regarding the 10mm lowered height. I figured all my cars recently have been relatively stiff and I definitely prefer the more sporty drive. I also think the stance is slightly better. Can’t do anything about it now however these posts have definitely made me question my decision....again!!! Not long until I find out.

For me it was the 10mm suspension lack of 'low speed compliancy' on crappy b roads, get it on a decent B road and you fine, i took it on a few Supercar driver meets, most were across the counties and the lack of compliancy really showed itself up and made the car feel heavy.

Took it on a couple of trackways and the suspension, granted, its a super heavy GT car, in suspension track setting seemed fine, balance was fine and once i had zoned in was kinda fun...

Do feel that the standard suspension for 'real world' everyday driving is ALL one needs

[APOLO1]

Sinkygolf said:

My car went into build today with delivery at the end of March and I had the same dilemma regarding the 10mm lowered height. I figured all my cars recently have been relatively stiff and I definitely prefer the more sporty drive. I also think the stance is slightly better. Can’t do anything about it now however these posts have definitely made me question my decision....again!!! Not long until I find out.

I think the answer is very subjective. If you like your cars more S Class , cruiser type, then it may not be for you. But if like me you’re more into a focused drive bit more GT like but not quite so firm then -10mm option will be perfect.

Edited by APOLO1 on Friday 26th February 16:44

[Timbuktu]

Well my spec got locked in today and after saying to myself I was going to go standard, I changed to -10mm at the last minute.

I did quite a long drive today on a mixture of roads in my current -10mm and it felt great so thought I would just go with what I know, I also didn't want to risk it not looking as cool being higher haha.

[Sinkygolf]

APOLO1 said:

I think the answer is very subjective. If you like your cars more S Class , cruiser type, then it may not be for you. But if like me you’re more into a focused drive bit more GT like but not quite so firm then -10mm option will be perfect.

Edited by APOLO1 on Friday 26th February 16:44

I just sold my GT3 back to the dealer and yes it was stiff but probably one of the best damped cars I have ever owned. Basically I think I am worrying about nothing!