Although the 911 has a lockable center console compartment, the only inconvenience is a shortage of substantial storage bins and pockets, particularly a decent glove box. Fortunately the rear seats provide space for larger items. With heated front seats and the car's heater cranked up high, it's even possible to go topless in winter, although choking big city fumes will see gasping aficionados reaching for the one touch button that raises the top in seconds. Amazingly, with the roof up the Cabrio is just as aerodynamic as the Coupe. Unfortunately the plastic rear window is bound to deteriorate over time.
Rollover protection includes bars that pop up in milliseconds when trouble strikes.
Control switches on the steering wheel allow changing up and down after you've moved the auto gear lever to manual mode. It makes the Porsche one of a number of high-performance cars these days that are docile for everyday purposes but transform completely when called upon. When it's time to go, use the Tiptronic to change down a couple of gears for effortless overtaking and the ability to double any legal limit while feeling reassuringly stable. Steering is direct and rock steady. An understated bellow accompanies high revving spurts.