How would you spec your 992 GTS?

[Pivo]

a3simon said:

Out again today with my mate in his RS3. Love this car the more i drive it. Only 365 miles so far and away back to work until April shortly.

Simon, these are awesome pics!

Since this is “spec you GTS” thread, I have to point out that you are missing an essential accessory!

Shark fin on the roof 😆

[Schuey_911]

Looking awesome gents and some great scenery too. Thanks for sharing

[FMR]

Can someone advise on the run in period? I tried the search but only found a run in of 1800miles?

[Schuey_911]

FMR said:

Can someone advise on the run in period? I tried the search but only found a run in of 1800miles?

Circa 1800 is the official as per the User Manual. However, I just did around 1200 miles for the run in procedure and then started to open it up nicely after that

[FMR]

Schuey_911 said:

Circa 1800 is the official as per the User Manual. However, I just did around 1200 miles for the run in procedure and then started to open it up nicely after that

Thanks, do you know what page in the manual, couldn't find anything? How did you find the 30/32 tyre pressures?

[Jamie-0nptw]

I’ve just logged into the My Porsche website and my GTS configuration has changed to have gold wheels. Bizarrely when I link across to the actual configurator the wheels change back to matt black and gold isn’t shown as an option. Shame as I quite like this colour combination.

[Corkys]

Jamie-0nptw said:

I’ve just logged into the My Porsche website and my GTS configuration has changed to have gold wheels. Bizarrely when I link across to the actual configurator the wheels change back to matt black and gold isn’t shown as an option. Shame as I quite like this colour combination.

Yes mine has too, I am loving the gold.

[1PetrolHead]

FMR said:

Can someone advise on the run in period? I tried the search but only found a run in of 1800miles?

I was told when picking my GTS up that there isn’t a run in period

[Pivo]

FMR said:

Can someone advise on the run in period? I tried the search but only found a run in of 1800miles?

I believe, run-in is 2000 miles, below 4000 rpm , but it is the entire vehicle: motor, suspension, brakes, all moving parts.

See this older article with some good insights: https://yel.pca.org/porsche-engine-break-in/

New motors are built by robots, so the article is a little dated, but the principles still apply. Also, the motor is tested and pre-run, but max power develops at ~20’000 km, so the run-in is still relevant, unless you flip it after a season or two.

[bl0498]

My salesman told me that too. New cars go straight from Emden to PEC Silverstone etc..

However in the folder with the invoice was a single sheet of paper which indicated a run in period of 3000km for non-GT cars (hence the approx 1800 miles) together with run the car for longer runs to get the car warmed up rather than short runs etc. I don’t have it in front of me but I am sure it indicated 4000 revs max for the running in period too and not letting the car labour at low revs for manual transmission cars. Similar but much shorter periods for tyres, brakes etc.. of a few hundred miles.

Hope that helps.

[Schuey_911]

This is the wording in the Porsche User Manual:

In a new vehicle, the moving parts first have to be run in with each other. The first 3,000 km (1,865 miles) are required for this. The oil and fuel consumption may be somewhat higher than normal during this time.

Drive as follows during the running-in period:

Preferably take longer trips. If possible, avoid frequent cold starts with short distances.

Do not participate in motor sports events, sports driving schools, or similar.

Avoid high engine speeds above 4,000 rpm. Drive at low engine speeds when the engine is cold.

[Sy1441]

I've not followed that advice.

[Schuey_911]

Sy1441 said:

I've not followed that advice.

It's no biggie, I followed it to circa 1200 miles and then personally felt that was enough considering most dealers say it's not necessary.

[1PetrolHead]

Schuey_911 said:

Sy1441 said:

I've not followed that advice.

It's no biggie, I followed it to circa 1200 miles and then personally felt that was enough considering most dealers say it's not necessary.

I have absolutely not followed that advice… I have around 700 miles on my car. I followed the advice of the sales guy, no running in required. Seems like they will tell you anything?

[1PetrolHead]

Question; has anyone gone for the flat stick on front plate and have you had any issues with it?

[Schuey_911]

1PetrolHead said:

Question; has anyone gone for the flat stick on front plate and have you had any issues with it?

Hi, yes I have. Touch wood no issues so far. I got Topaz to supply and fit for me when the car was PPF'd by them. I've washed the car a few times and no bubbles or lifting so seems good.

[1PetrolHead]

Schuey_911 said:

1PetrolHead said:

Question; has anyone gone for the flat stick on front plate and have you had any issues with it?

Hi, yes I have. Touch wood no issues so far. I got Topaz to supply and fit for me when the car was PPF'd by them. I've washed the car a few times and no bubbles or lifting so seems good.

Thanks for the info

[turbospud]

yes from proplates,normal size font on small plate so no £100 bonus points collected,
a lot neater than the plinth

[Sy1441]

Schuey_911 said:

Hi, yes I have. Touch wood no issues so far. I got Topaz to supply and fit for me when the car was PPF'd by them. I've washed the car a few times and no bubbles or lifting so seems good.

Can I see a pic?

[a3simon]

I had mine installed with the PPF. Sits perfect. Just make sure if you fit it yourself use the wet method. Seen a lot of folk try stick them on like stickers and making a mess.