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Used 2012 Porsche 911 Consumer Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
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4.25 out of 5 stars

Great ride, poor quality and reliability

david , 11/09/2009
2009 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful

Leased a car in April of 2009. After 1,500 miles had to replace a front strut. After it was replaced there appeared an annoying shaking and vibration in the steering wheel. Went to 2 different dealerships and no one can fix the problem. Otherwise, car offers amazing ride, especially in Sport mode. Recommend this car if you do not mind spending at the service shop at least twice a month.

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5 out of 5 stars

Deutschland Express

Droz, 04/03/2018
updated 04/05/2021
2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Convertible (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful

Ist sports car outside of American muscle cars. This pocket rocket rocks! Getting in and out is a bit of a struggle for a 71 yr. old but once you are seated, it is very comfortable. This Carrera GTS 4 holds the road like fly paper. Running the Smoky's or the popular Dragon, you are in control all the way. Get lots of complements on the car and Fall runs with the top down is a rush. Granted there is the sticker shock factor but what engineering, the six speed manual is a short smooth throw. 1st gear winds up fast, second is when she starts to bite, third, you are on to warp speed and the rest is velvet. There is a Porsche club (PCA) where you meet some great people and go on drive outs and over nighters as well as social nights. In all it is a great car, if your a gear head or just like pop out the pipe, you will not be disappointed with this car.

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4 out of 5 stars
Technology
5 out of 5 stars
Performance
5 out of 5 stars
Interior
5 out of 5 stars
Comfort
4 out of 5 stars
Reliability
5 out of 5 stars
Value
5 out of 5 stars
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3.88 out of 5 stars

911 S Noise

tsmalley, 05/01/2011
2011 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
67 of 107 people found this review helpful

I purchased my 2011 Carrera 911 S July 3, 2010. I have put about 7500 miles on it. With so many Porsche "Options" to choose, from, one of the options should be the "QUIET" option (Road Noise). At most times over 60 mph, you cant hear the radio. At cruising speeds on the interstate, there's no point trying to listen or talk for that matter. The second issue I have is with the comfort. The seats are just plain hard and not comfortable for a long drive. They are infinitely adjustable but the basic comfort is not there. With 30 plus years of making the same car, one would think concepts like noise and comfort might be an OPTION for this vehicle.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

911 coupe s (991 version with PDK)

rad97, 11/09/2012
2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 7M)
9 of 13 people found this review helpful

What a nice car! I have had the previous version with both cabriolet and coupe s and this version is significantly better than both. It's like having 2 cars in one. If you want to push it, it's a Porsche and responds instantly. If you want to drive sedately, then it can be comfortable and composed. The new steering and suspension are top notch; not too stiff, but keeps the car flat when pushed. The PDK is the best; forget about the manual. Only downsides are the price and no place for your sunglasses or phone. User interface is also not the easiest with the touchscreen, but that's just nitpicking. If you can afford it get it.

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5 out of 5 stars

Amazing!

James A, 05/01/2010
2009 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

This is the best car I have ever owned. Not one problem after 9 months. I love driving it and love how it looks!

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