Stomping a supercar's pedal to the metal is exhilarating at an undeniable, visceral level. The chaperone in the passenger seat during my own supercar test drive had to ask me to stop shouting with joy as I accelerated.
The centerpiece of the 911 Carrera T experience is the six-speed manual. It is lighter and feels more natural to shift than the seven-speed it replaced. The open pore, laminate walnut shift knob is stunning and feels great in your hand.