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2022.06.13Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

My Image of Air-Cooled Porsche Changed! Test Drive Impressions of the 964 MT

Porsche Festival @ Royu Driveway The other day, I had the chance to drive an air-cooled Porsche 964 (MT). It was so much fun that my image of air-cooled Porsches completely changed, and I want to share that experience today. A few days ago, my husband went to Royu Driveway in the morning and came home saying this: Today, a 992 GT3 Touring owner even came all the way from Kyushu, and TAKURO-san showed up...

2022.06.13Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

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2022.06.11Reviews & Test Drives

Test Drive of the Porsche 911 (991 Late Model) GTS | Differences from Early GTS and the S...

The Popular 991 Model Recently, the popularity of the 991-generation Porsche 911 has been steadily rising. The 991 is one of the 911s with a major difference between early and late models: the early models have naturally aspirated engines, while the late models are equipped with turbo engines. This time, I had the opportunity to test drive a late-model 991 GTS. In fact, I had previously borrowed a late 991 GTS for about a week,...

2022.06.11Reviews & Test Drives

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2022.06.07Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Test Driving the Last Air-Cooled Porsche: The 993 Porsche 911

Porsche 911 Type 993 I’ve had the chance to drive many air-cooled Porsches and have reviewed them in the past, but until now, I hadn’t actually reviewed the 993. This time, I had the opportunity to test drive the 993 Porsche 911, the last air-cooled Porsche, so I’d like to share my review. This car is a Guards Red 993 Carrera S (Tiptronic). Originally, the Carrera S was introduced only in the later 993 models...

2022.06.07Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

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2022.05.24Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Shikoku & Kyushu Touring in a Porsche 911 (992)③

Taking the 911 on a Ferry from Shikoku to Kyushu I had set my alarm for 5 a.m., but woke up even earlier. It seemed to have rained quite a bit last night, but this morning the rain had stopped and the air was refreshingly crisp. I quickly got ready and left with plenty of time to catch the 6:20 a.m. ferry. The hotel was right in the middle of a residential area, so starting...

2022.05.24Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

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2022.05.19Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Shikoku & Kyushu Touring in Porsche 911 (992) Part 2

Starting from Katsurahama The second day began in Nankoku City. The clear skies remained as usual. I had planned to get up early and take a morning stroll along Katsurahama, but I overslept. Hurriedly got ready and checked out. First, I drove the 911 to Katsurahama. After previously visiting the Kaizumi Shrine (Ryuo-gu) there, I felt my luck improved, so this was a thank-you visit. Though the sun was already high, the Pacific Ocean viewed...

2022.05.19Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

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2022.04.29Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Macan

Impressions After a Week with the Porsche Macan｜How Does It Differ from the Cayenne and ...

Macan S The other day, my 991 early Carrera 4 GTS was due for inspection, so I took it to the dealer. At that time, I was able to borrow a Macan S as a loaner, so I’d like to share my impressions. This Macan is the pre-touchscreen interior model currently on sale, featuring the 2019 minor facelift with the connected rear tail lamps, often called the mid-cycle model. The specs include a 3.0 L...

2022.04.29Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Macan

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2022.04.12Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

The Ultimate 911 Ever! Test Driving the Porsche 911 GT2RS | Can You Tame the Beast?

The Ultimate 911 GT2RS Weissach Package I’ve written many reviews on the GT3 before, but this is my very first test drive report of the GT2RS. First, let me explain what kind of car the GT2RS is, which belongs to a category above the GT3. Porsche’s GT lineup consists of five types. There’s the famous GT3, the GT4 for the Cayman, the GT for the Cayenne, the legendary GT1 (which is no longer in production...

2022.04.12Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

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2022.04.10Reviews & Test Drives

Test Drive of the Bentley Continental GT Convertible｜Enjoying the Power and Composure of...

Continental GT I had previously test-driven the Bentley Continental GT when considering replacing my Panamera. That was the W12 coupe, and the test drive was in the city, but this time, I had the opportunity to drive the W12-powered convertible on mountain roads. From my earlier city drive, the impression was that it felt sportier than the typical Bentley image. The basic ride quality was quite similar to the Panamera Turbo I was driving at...

2022.04.10Reviews & Test Drives

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2022.04.06Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Test Drive of Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet (991 Early Model)｜Insights Gained by Compa...

Eleven 991 Early Model Grades Reported So Far So far, the 991 early models I have reported on this blog are as follows. I’ve experienced as many as 11 different grades. I believe very few people in the world have compared this many 991 early models not just on short city drives but on winding roads like I have (laughs). Carrera 4S Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet Carrera GTS Cabriolet Targa 4S Carrera Carrera 4 GTS...

2022.04.06Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

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2022.03.30Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Testing the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS on the Circuit: How Does the AWD 911 Differ from th...

Testing the 911 Carrera 4 GTS on the Circuit Recently, I participated in a driving event hosted by the magazine ‘911Days.’ The venue was Fuji Speedway, a track I have driven many times before during driving schools and other events. This time, I brought out the early 991 Carrera 4 GTS. It’s the last naturally aspirated 3.8L engine Carrera combined with all-wheel drive in the GTS model. While I’ve driven RR and mid-engine Porsches on...

2022.03.30Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911