Questions when buying a Porsche 911 Carrera T｜Why did you choose left-hand drive?
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Why a left-hand drive Porsche?
I recently received this question on my blog.
Why did you choose the left-hand drive in the Carrera T?
In 2023, he tells the Porsche Center representative that he would love to reserve a 911 Carrera ST when it is unveiled.
Since I'm an ST, I'm thinking MT is the only choice.
I have no qualms about driving left-hand drive, but when I thought that right-hand drive was the way to go for everyday driving in Japan, the person in charge at the Porsche Center told me thatIf you are ordering an ST, with left-hand drive MT...They said, "I'm sorry.
Is the driving position of the 911 that different between right and left hand drive?It would be great if you could tell us why you dared to order a left-hand drive Swift Sport in Japan when you normally drive a right-hand drive Swift Sport, for example, if you took resale into consideration.
Thank you very much! Thank you!
When purchasing a Carrera T.."I'll go for MT if I have to.", I said to my husband.It's definitely left-hand drive, not right.They said, "I'm sorry.
I've been trying to figure out how to make theDifference in driving (pedal) position between right-hand drive and left-hand driveI've been hearing about it and many people around me are also driving on the left side of the road, so I was like, "I'm not going to be able to do that.Well, I guess you're right.I decided to drive on the left this time without thinking too much about it (laughs).
So this time I asked my husband again, "Why left-hand drive is recommended when purchasing a Porsche?I have asked about the "Mere Old Man," and I hope to be able to present some of the information in a more organized manner.
Why left-hand drive is better
My husband first.
If you only drove right-hand drive Porsches, you might not notice any particular problem.From the standpoint of having driven on both the left and the right, the left is still by far the easiest to drive."
He said.
1 The only inconveniences are "turning right", "merging", and parking ticket machines.
According to my husband, there are not many situations in Japan where he feels it is inconvenient to drive on the left.When making a right turn, when merging, when taking a parking ticket from the ticket machine."He said that the left-hand side of the car is easier to drive. Rather, he said that the left-hand steering wheel is easier to drive, because he can see better to see if a motorcycle is coming from behind when making a left turn, and it is easier to drive without getting caught up in the traffic or pulling over wide.
Also, when you make a right turn, depending on the road, you can'tIt is possible to turn at a certain angle so that the driver can see the oncoming traffic as easily as possible.He said that it would be okay to check behind him early on when merging, as long as he leaned forward as much as possible and was careful. (However, the Boxster's right rearward visibility is extremely poor.)
Some places have parking ticket machines for left-hand drive, and some have only right-hand drive.magic handwould be fine, so they were not particularly concerned about it that much.
2 Easy to drive for right-handers
When left-hand drive is used, the driver can operate the shift lever and buttons and switches on the center console with the right hand, which is the dominant hand, making it easier to do so.When I drive only right-hand drive, I don't find it that hard to drive.However, once he got behind the wheel of a left-hand drive car, he found the controls surprisingly natural and easy to use.
3 Only the left hand is busy, never
Imported right-hand drive cars areThe indicator is also on the left, and the shift lever operation is also on the left, so the left hand becomes very busy, especially in MT cars (laughs).On the other hand, with left-hand drive, the driver can use both hands to operate the indicators with the left hand and the shift lever and buttons with the right, making it easier to drive, especially when making left-right turns.
4 Pedal position is natural and easy to drive
The pedal position of a Porsche is designed for left-hand drive, and if it is brought to right-hand drive as it is, the pedal position will still be closer to the left side, which may cause a feeling of discomfort. (The tires are on the right side, so the pedal position is on the left side.)
Below is a picture my husband took once when he drove a right-hand drive 911.
Indeed, I also felt uncomfortable in the Cayenne I rented as a loaner car...at first, because I felt the pedals were not where I wanted to step on them. Well, you get used to it, but if you compare driving a left-hand drive car with a right-hand drive car, I think the left-hand one is more natural and easier to drive.
5 Limited edition models are only available in left-hand drive, which increases their market value.
Finally, my husband had this to say.
Okay, that's a bit of an exaggeration.The owner of a limited edition model is responsible for keeping it as a world heritage properly in the future.I think. I think the owner is just taking care of the world heritage for a while (laughs).
Maybe decades from now, the car will be displayed in a museum.
So, instead of changing it to Japanese specificationsIt should be ordered and left with the original specifications of the home country.I think so. Also, since the majority of countries in the world have left-hand drive, left-hand drive cars have a higher market value in the used car market in the long run (the market is global), so I think that dealers are strongly inclined to have left-hand drive cars.
I suppose a right-hand drive might work for some of the more common models, butFor a limited edition model, I think it would be better to keep it left-hand drive to meet the global standards...
He said.
I see. I had chosen a left-hand drive car with a light heart, not thinking that much at all... I hope I can report on the actual ease of driving once the car is actually delivered.
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Hello. - Hello.
I try to drive on the left when I have a choice.
For example, small cars in Europe (especially French cars), even though they are right-hand drive.
The wipers are still for left-hand drive, and there is a wipe left in front of the driver (as expected, they have recently been corrected for right-hand drive).
The brake master cylinder is still on the left, and right-hand drive cars have a mechanical linkage that extends to the right, so the brakes have zero rigidity and are stiff.
Even though the glove box was moved to the left when the car was converted to right-hand drive, the air cleaner box was located there, making the glove box very narrow and making it impossible to put anything in it as far as the car inspection certificate was concerned.
This is because of things such as
But the most important thing is the drive position.
This is indeed not the case with Porsche, but...
Japanese oak silkmoth (Antheraea yamamai)
Thank you!
I see... the front of the windshield wipers left blowing... I'm sure I've ridden something like that before.
The same thing happened to me.
Although improvements have been made, the Japanese version of the original European version is still a little too small for the Japanese market.
I'm sure there will be a lot of glitches...
I always look forward to your blog and space. I agree with your husband's opinion as well.
It is natural for the seat position of a sports car to be closer to the front due to its design and athletic performance characteristics, which would interfere with the tire house, and if the car is right-hand drive, the accelerator pedal will inevitably be closer to the brake pedal.
The instructor pointed out that I had unknowingly stepped on the accelerator pedal a little when I braked suddenly on the spur of the moment during a test drive of a PEC Tokyo right-hand drive 992. Even though I did not feel it in everyday use, I was afraid that I might have stepped on the gas pedal instead of the brake pedal when I had to make a quick decision.
Once you get used to left-hand drive, I think that only left-hand drive is the way to go for the kind of car that is called a sports car.
And, in case you ever sell your car, it's the world standard left when it comes to resale! (lol)
kitty cat
Thank you!
>The instructor pointed out that I had unknowingly stepped on the accelerator pedal a little when I braked suddenly on the spur of the moment during a test drive of a right-hand drive 992 at PEC Tokyo.
I see...!
That's scary...
The left-hand steering wheel, as you say, will be no problem once you get used to it.
I usually use the parking lot with a ticketing machine at the supermarket, but then it's a bit of a hassle, so
I hope I can get used to it soon too ^^.
Hi, I have commented before about the muffler.
We too are waiting for the Carrera T frame to be finalized and delivered.
This time, we decided on a MT right-hand drive.
I borrowed a 992 PDK right hand drive for a few days and when I drove it, I almost hit the gas pedal too when I hit the brake.
I wondered which steering wheel to choose, but I decided that MT would be less uncomfortable, so I chose the right-hand steering wheel, which was recommended by my dealer and friends.
The 981GT4 had the left manual and the 718GT4 had the right manual, but I felt comfortable with the right one, so I expect the same for the 992.
I was worried about the exterior color, Ruby Star, but decided on white.
I wanted to own both a Porsche midship and rear drive, but because of the garage, I sold the GT4 and went with the 992.
We are very close to delivery.
Mr. Mocchan
Thank you!
>We too are waiting for the Carrera T frame to be finalized and delivered.
Oh, yes! Congratulations ^^^!
You have experience with both left MT and right MT, that's great...!
I'm not sure I can imagine a 992 MT... since it's still unknown to me.
I am now excited to see what it will be like.
Keep up the good work!
I've been driving a 911 for about 20 years, air-cooled to water-cooled, and I've always had a left manual transmission, so I feel the offset of the pedal even in the 992 generation.
I like the Carrera T. I couldn't get a frame, but if you buy a 911, you must have a left manual transmission and seat ventilation above all else.
Mr. Potticarella.
>I've been driving a 911 for about 20 years, air-cooled to water-cooled, and I've always had a left manual transmission, so even in the 992 generation I feel the offset of the pedal.
Oh, 20 years in 911...! That's amazing...!
This is my first experience with a left manual transmission 992, so I would like to report how it feels and drives...I will report back on my blog!
Thank you for your continued support!
I have a 996turbo, left and right hand drive, and I can't say that the right side is not good. The offset of the Vetaru is a few centimeters narrower on the right handlebar, but it is more convenient for changing lanes when overtaking. The left-hand steering wheel has an advantage when turning left, but that's about it. Left-hand drive cars are more numerous and used parts are easier to obtain. Right-hand drive cars are more expensive than left-hand drive cars. When selling a used car, the left-hand drive will not be valued higher. In the domestic dealer auction, right-hand drive cars are distributed more quickly and at a higher price. Foreign exporters seem to bid and export left-hand drive cars of good quality.
turbo acid
I see! I learned a lot! Thank you!
Hi Mina.
It's hard to say which side to choose in Japan, left or right, as it's a personal preference.
In terms of safety alone, I think right-hand drive is overwhelmingly the way to go in Japan.
I feel that the right turn and merging with the other cars is not a good visibility, which is fatal to safety.
I've been driving European cars for a long time and I know a lot of European cars, but in the right turn lane.
If a car is in the right turn lane in the opposite lane, it cannot see oncoming traffic, creating a traffic jam and
You jump out and brake suddenly when you're coming the other way, or you don't see well at a merge.
I feel that there are many problems before I am accustomed to the new environment, such as missing the meeting because of the lack of time to get used to the new environment.
In fact, I've had some scary experiences because of it, so if possible, Japan should be like the UK.
I would even like to see the left-hand steering wheel banned for safety reasons.
It used to be impossible to do so due to external pressure from the U.S., but as expected, right-hand drive is the way to go these days.
I don't think there is any manufacturer that has not set up a
Personally, I would choose right-hand drive.
In case you are wondering, Porsche requires a magic arm even if it is right hand drive;
Nak acid
Thank you for all you've taught me!
Personal preference, safety, maneuverability, left-hand drive or right-hand drive, are all factors that are important to
I was reminded that the content can be examined from a variety of perspectives.
I would be happy to learn more from you.
Please do!
I always enjoy looking at your site. Carrera T with left-hand drive MT! Excellent!
If I could choose left, I would be left MT. It's quite rare, though... The steering wheel position is controversial, isn't it?
I think your husband's reasons for choosing the left if MT are absolutely correct. I personally believe that the left side has more advantages.
I have commented on this a long time ago (I owned an E36 318is coupe left MT and R230 SL55 left in the past), but I am currently driving a 991 early model Carrera 4S left MT all the time.
I have test-driven a right-hand drive PC, and although it was only a few centimeters, I was concerned about the position of the pedals, and it was very uncomfortable to operate the turn signal and other switches while driving because it was more difficult to feel and operate than with the left-hand drive. I have never felt any danger by driving on the left side of the road for many years, and I have no accidents and have never worried about safety because I do the same thing as my husband does when merging. On the contrary, I do a thorough visual check. Many people around me who are really good drivers or who really like driving itself or driving operation itself choose to drive on the left.
If you mainly drive around town, if you are afraid to drive on the left side of the steering wheel, or if you don't care about the fine position of the steering wheel, then the right side is better.
Furthermore, I personally feel that the advantage of the left manual transmission is that when I use 2nd and 3rd gears frequently, especially when driving on winding roads, it is easy to shift up from 2nd to 3rd gear because 1st and 2nd gears are on the side closer to me, and it is easy to downshift from 3rd to 2nd gear when entering a corner, as if pulling into my side. On the other hand, 5th, 6th, and 7th gears, which are far away from me, are used only on expressways, so I do not require such smooth and quick shifting operations. Sometimes when I drive a right manual transmission, I think that downshifting from 3rd to 2nd gear is too far away from me and hard to do.
Sorry for the rambling. I'm looking forward to taking delivery of your Carrera T! I'm excited to watch your blog too!
blue acid
Thank you!
Thank you for all the details.
Indeed, shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear seems to be easier on the left-hand drive ^^^.
And it's only because I drive on the left and have poor visibility.
As you say, I think it will increase my awareness of safe driving, such as by making sure to visually check the road.
As I read it, I thought.
Still no status change on my Carrera T from its transport to port status.
I hope the car gets delivered soon!
Thank you for your continued support.
If you want to use the left foot brake on a Cayman, Boxster, or 911 PDK, you must choose the right one.
Last spring, I finally got the right PDK 992/GT3 with front lift that I had longed for.
Quite some time ago (40+ years ago?) I was once dismayed by the inadequate right AT of Mercedes Benz and BM, but for more than 10 years now, I have had little problem with the right specification of European cars, and even if I could choose left or right, I now actively choose right.
(Not to mention Jaguar and Range. lol)
There was a time when I preferred a left-hand drive car with a high degree of perfection, but neither is a problem for me now in terms of vehicles, so I think it's just a matter of taste and preference.
And finally, some personal impressions that I found out after going to the trouble of spending the money and owning it.
I owned a Boxster GTS with left MT and a Cayman GT4 with right MT at almost the same time (and later a 718 Spyder with right MT), but I prefer the left steering wheel because it is cheaper for my left foot to hit the steering wheel to return the clutch, and I prefer the right for both MT and PDK because the pedal ohiset suits me.
The above is just my personal impression.
pugnutnut
>Last spring, I finally got the right PDK 992/GT3 with front lift that I had longed for.
Oh congratulations!
And your feedback from your experience of owning both right and left is helpful.
Thank you!
Hello.
Congrats on your 992 Carrera T order!
I agree with hiro regarding the steering wheel position.
I recently borrowed a right-hand drive 718 Boxster PDK for about a month to do some minor repairs on my 981 (it was involved in a silly rear-end collision), and I'm still concerned about the offset on the right-hand drive.
I could tolerate it because it was a PDK, but when I was lent a right 718GTS 4.0MT for a day, I thought it was unbearable because of the narrowness of the footrests. I realized that Porsche must be driven on the left side, especially if it is a MT.
However, as others have pointed out, I understand that the right side is better for safety...especially when I drive a Boxster, which has a hopeless visibility on the right side due to the hood, I always think that I really have to drive carefully.
The most ideal would be a center handle McLaren F1, lol.
beach-boxing
Thank you for everything!
As you say, the visibility on the right of a left-hand drive Boxster is really hopeless.
I was surprised to see how invisible 、、、、 is.
Compared to that, I think 911 is still increasing.
As you say, with a center steering wheel, you could have the best of both worlds, right and left.
It's going to solve all problems (laughs).
Hi Mina.
Thank you for all the fun information.
I know there are many opinions, but I am definitely a left MTer.
After 19 years of driving a 964 left manual transmission, I'm used to it.
1. with right-H, the blinker is on the left side of the steering wheel, which makes MT shifting busy.
2. pull the wheel toward the 2nd gear while pulling it toward your body, and use the left H to gently push the 3rd gear out with the palm of your hand, so the left H is smoother.
3. as someone wrote, it is easy to put in 2nd gear from 3rd gear.
Of course, when turning right or merging at high speeds, visual inspection is more important than right-H, but I believe it is just a matter of getting used to it.
The 992 Targa4 that was delivered to me last month was also a left-H (PDK) car. 718 Cayman GTS4.0 that I drove before the 992 came was a right-H MT, but I was still concerned about the blinkers and it was a little uncomfortable to drive alternating between the left MT 964 and the right MT.
CARRERA T, I am looking forward to it. I thought they were already on the move somewhere over seas?
Carrera2.964.
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After all, right-hand drive or left-hand drive is a matter of familiarity or preference...
So that is a big part of it.
I will get used to driving on the left side of the road and practice so that I can drive safely and happily.
>The 992 Targa4 that was delivered last month also chose the Left-H (though it is PDK).
Oh congratulations!!! I see!!!
Carrera T., I don't think she has sailed yet.
I'm really looking forward to it now!
Hello. - Hello.
I see, that was helpful.
I reserved a GT3 manual two years ago, but it has not yet been allocated in my home country, but when it is, I will get a left-hand drive.
Kunipon.
Thank you for everything!
GT3, I see...! I hope the allotment will come soon.
I always enjoy looking at your site.
I also chose the left side of the Carrera t. Safety is the first priority on the road, so I think you should choose according to your own way of thinking.
On a personal note, I am getting close to parting with my GT3, but strangely enough, I have come to believe that the next driver will take good care of it.
I happened to come across a 964C2 and bought it and will be making my air-cooled debut. I look forward to reading your blog again.
Mr. Berry.
Thank you for everything!
>I also made the left side of my carrera t.
Oh, yes! We are the same!
I see you purchased a 964C2!
My husband raves about it every time he rides in it, and when I do occasionally, I am impressed by how well it is built and how I can't believe it was made 30 years ago.
I hope the GT3 will run happily with its next owner.