Porsche 911 Owner Interviews: Porsche 911 964 and Porsche 911 993 Owners Say Why They LOVE Their Car
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- čas přidán 26. 07. 2024
- Porsche 911 owner interviews are the single best source for you to understand why there is such magical allure to these cars.
Ask any Porsche 911 owner - especially air cooled 911 owners - why they love their cars and you're likely to hear answers like "these cars have a soul" and "the quality" and "the community."
But don't let me speak for these owners (who happen to be buddies of mine)...you can hear for yourself in these Porsche 911 owner interviews.
I was able to meet up with 2 fellow Porsche 911 owners and enjoy some spirited driving...and get them to let me interview them about each of their cars.
One of these owners has a gorgeous 1991 Porsche 911 964 in Cobalt blue with linen interior. The car is very special, and in the interview he tells you exactly what makes this 964 so special. On a personal note, I really enjoyed this Porsche 911 interview as I hadn't really had the chance to spend much time around the Porsche 964. And, by the way, the 964 can easily hang with the 993 on the straights and in the twisties. Ask me how I know lol.
The second Porsche 911 interview is with another buddy who owns a 1995 Porsche 911 993, which is really the year to have. He explains a little bit about it in the video. But, because I own a 95 993 myself, I'll go into what makes the 1995 Porsche 911 the right 993 to own in a later video.
In the meantime, here are some of the mods he's done to his 1995 Porsche 911:
- Fister stage 3 mufflers
- Goldenrod
- PSS9 Coilovers
- ERP Rear Toe Arms
- Pinned Tie Rods
- Walrod Front Control Arm Bushings
- RS Engine Mounts
- Rennline Reinforced Engine Carrier
- Rennline Front Strut Bar
- Bergville HID Headlight Kit
- Front bumperette delete
- Turbo scoops
- Headlight lens squirter delete
Both of these Porsche 911 owners will share with you why they love, love, love their respective cars, and you'll hopefully learn why the Porsche 911 is so widely regarded as the quintessential sports car.
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Rennthusiast (formerly Bavarian Enthusiast TV) is for the most part a Porsche 911 channel centering on experiencing air cooled Porsches, but will also feature other vintage, analog vehicles I add to the collection. The channel is the result of my deep passion for air cooled Porsches, my interest in the air cooled Porsche community, my obsession with modding, improving, buying and selling cars in general and my desire to put myself out there on CZcams and share these passions with other enthusiasts.
As I continue to build this channel, I'll be adding more cars to the mix, and will likely branch out beyond the German sports car genre as is the case with this video. Why? Because I LOVE cool collector cars and as my interests morph and change, so will this channel.
As of the date of this video, the collection includes a 1995 Porsche 911 993 Coupe, a 1986 Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera Coupe, a 2007 Porsche 911 Turbo, a 2000 Toyota Landcruiser and....a 1993 Toyota Landcruiser FZJ80 (no it’s not German but it’s been a bucket list vehicle for me so it’s now in the collection).
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Do you have any questions about these cars that weren't answered in the video? Let me know and I'll ask the owners for you!
Bavarian Enthusiast TV I have been bitten by the Porsche bug, I wonder whether buying new or used, any thoughts
Great video highlighting this era especially from an owners perspective.
I have 3 BMW’s, and the natural shift to Porsche is occurring. Could I daily a 964 in Florida especially with summer temps? And for work, once per week I drive 163 miles, all open highway during off hours from any peak traffic in a 6 speed manual M3 and absolutely love that 2 1/2 hours. Would subjecting an air cooled 963/964 be considered crazy? Fwiw....I do all of my own maintenance and don’t care about ride quality, gas, tires or oil.
Billy Johnson I will reach out to the owner and see what he says. I will share that the AC in both my 993 and my 3.2 are great.
As far as dailying these cars, they are bulletproof when properly maintained. My 86 fires up each time no problem as does my 993.
I recently drove my 993 to and from FL (about 1,000 miles) in 3 days and it just loves to go and go. I also find it to be exceptionally comfortable, in fact more so than a 2018 BMW X5M I used to own.
By the way, I took it down to Werks Reunion and did a video about the trip if you’re interested.
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Bavarian Enthusiast TV ...Thx....Very encouraging!
Billy Johnson from the owner:
Yes, AC blows cold in a 964. Can also be converted to R12. A good system, if in top shape. Works well in NC, but can’t promise with FL heat, tint windows also...
I've a 1996 993 C2 iris blue metallic, 60,000 miles. No CEL. No oil leaks.
WOW, the details in the blue 964 is beautiful.
This is a great video coming at the perfect time. It's like a mini Cars & Coffee when we are cooped up at home. Nice to see and hear the particulars on the various cars. Keep producing these, they are a lot of fun to watch.
I really like Udo’s perspective on long term ownership of his 964 - I feel the same way.
Very enthusiastic and personal insights. Nice to hear the memorable experiences. 💛
Great video. Really enjoying them so keep them coming!
Thanks for the video, pure passion, lovely cars. Please stay safe, stay protected, stay in where you can. Thanks.
Great video, you’re lucky to have some good buds to ride with. Thanks for the views of the Carolinas.
I can only Imagine how amazing it feels taking curve on them back roads. Keep it up. 👍
I love how the front bumpers on all of the 911s have bug guts, chips, etc. These 911s are driven!
Loving the channel. Keep making videos!
I’m new to the channel and have never owned a Porsche...but it’s on my list. Much respect to these guys for not only preserving but actually using these beautiful cars.
Welcome and thanks for watching. Please subscribe if you haven’t already.
Most of the guys I run with believe these cars are meant to be used the way they’re intended.
I’ll be doing a fairly in-depth overview of both my 993 and my 3.2 soon. Hopefully this will help you further understand these cars.
Bavarian Enthusiast TV I did subscribe. Thanks!
Agree they should be driven. I don’t agree with the owner of the blue 964. In my experience “collectors” don’t want to sell their cars to people who will drive them. I’ve been turned away from two different Porsche collectors that refused to sell to me because I said that I would be driving the car. Not to daily drive, but weekends only. They wanted to sell to someone who would stick it in a garage and look at it only. You want to buy from an enthusiast, not a collector.
Interesting points. Thanks for watching and for commenting 👍🏼
Do you research in full, most air cooled cars are getting pretty old and can cost you $30-40K in service pretty fast depending on the year and model. Drive many to make sure you actually enjoy what they have to offer or if you are just being romantic about the cars. I bought my 911 and have regretted it ever since.
Great stuff guys. Stay safe out there!
Another great video ✌️
Great interviews.
I really loved your video. Great to see guys just loving and riding their cars. I agree with Tim below, "You buy the seller"... I have 9 or 10 Porsches, most pretty rare, but I ride three often; 1990 964 C2 which has 25,000 miles and is mint and I keep it mint as one of my daily riders. I upgraded the obvious things as everyone does. I also love my 1971 911S -- Mint and another daily. Last, I ride an early 1965 911 coupe but living in Florida only allows riding that during 3 months of winter since it has no AC. Anyway, we all have the same passion -- regardless of which Porsche we ride.
996 cab owner here we might not be the most welcome in the community but man it is still a 911 and I surely love mine! Nice video.
Whatever anyone says, without the 996 there wouldn’t be a 997,991 or 992. There wouldn’t even be a Porsche name anymore. I don’t get the dislike. So the headlight covers get some flack, underneath they are still round. The IMS issue just makes them affordable, as long as you don’t go for a ridiculously low mileage one. I loved my 996 and I love my 986. Generally I just love 911’s, Boxsters/Caymans and who couldn’t adore a 356. The 996/986 have a special place, yes they are the first water cooled but as I say without them you couldn’t appreciate the 991 GT2 RS there wouldn’t be a 918 etc. Porsche would be done, game over.
I drive 996 too!
Really cool stuff... older cars have so much character.
Great video!!
The videos are incredible, keep it up! Binge watched all the owner series. I see you're a watch guy too, love the daytona. Ever thought about doing a watch video? Similar to what Crown and Caliber did with Spike F and his cars.
Unfortunately my passion for cool watches surpasses my ability to talk about them eloquently, but thanks so much for the support...means a lot 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😄
Great video 😀
I do love how you can actually see that great engine. Cant see shit in my 991 but I still love it!
You’ve inspired me to pull out my 964 today
I hear you. My cars are a bright spot for me right now. I am grateful my family and I have a safe place to be and that we are all healthy...and behind those things is my enjoyment of my 911’s. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
964 white interior = Nice ✌
Will, I have a 991 gt3 and after watching your channel I just bought a manual 993 coupe a couple months ago. You were the inspiration! Are you attending Rennsport dragon Rally in June? If so would love to meet up. We have 3 cars caravan style from Tampa. Keep up the great work!
Great video thanks. Still miss my 993, but can’t complain about the 997 turbo & Panamera 😄👍🏻
Thanks for the support 🙏🏽
The spec on that 964 is sweet. I’m not biased because my favorite color is blue. Not at all lol
Just subscribed 🤙
I bought my 1st Porsche in 1977 ( '64 356C) ....currently own - 1988 911 Diamond blue /blue interior -110K miles - 7/8 Fuchs - center exhaust - drives perfect - 2009 997 Turbo - close to 700HP - scary fast - 2014 Panamera Turbo ...always on the hunt for more !!
997 turbo is a BEAST! I sold mine bc it ended up being way too tempting to go stupid fast in.
Great video, thx! We have an A/C Porsche Legends group in Pinehurst, NC
We are interested in putting one together in my neck of the woods. Would love to know more about your group.
All 3 are fine machines.
For what it is worth, I think the best mod I did with my 993 was installing the RS short throw kit and something called a "golden rod". These two items really improved the gear linkage feel out of sight and gave a much more deliberate action on the gear change.
Definitely agree that’s the way to go. I have a golden rod in my ‘95 993.
@@Rennthusiast .. Ditto in my `98 993 C2S
Bought my 991 in Seattle, flew up with the whole family and drove it back to San Francisco. Took the long route along the coast. Amazing experience, even though my family bailed out in Portland and flew the rest of the way (there was some snow predicted on the route, or so they say that was their excuse.) But kids did 4+ hours straight in the back seat Seattle to Portland and never complained once.
The “fly, buy and drive” is among my top most favorite things to do. I’ve been lucky enough to do it twice so far....and will definitely do it again.
I’m thinking a 997 turbo might be next.
I did a fly, buy, and drive for my first 911t. Flew from Chicago to Minneapolis and drove back through flurries and a rainstorm. Then, I did it again with my friend for his 911t a couple months later; this time Cleveland. I recommend it! They’re great occasions for a road trip! This is assuming the car has had a PPI, of course😉
PPI is a non-negotiable with any car deal, remote or otherwise, in my opinion.
I always ask the seller within the first 5 questions if he/she is open to a PPI (I usually first approach via text). The seller’s openness to a PPI speaks volumes about the car.
If they hesitate even a little I’m out.
+1 for the fly and drive. .. Ordered the 993 C2S taking delivery in Florida with a road trip home to Colorado. Starting mileage was 11, October 1997. .. Fond memories!
Never flew out to buy my 964 Turbo, but had to fly back when I sold it....
But then went back about 10 days later to pick it back up as I'd changed my mind as I wanted it back!
Haha now THAT is one for the record books! 😂👍🏼
Cool cars with cool owners!
Nice video & authentic cars! Which band plays in the background?
Thanks! I get my music from Artlist.io and can’t recall the name of the band. Sorry, and thanks for watching. Pls subscribe if you haven’t already. More content like this to come 👍🏼
That color combo! 😍
You’re not kidding. Thanks for watching.
love the 964 and 993 but i am 996 4S ;))
Killer microphone dude.
In 1986 I bought a fine from one owner Porsche 911 2.4 S 190 HP 1972 in Germany DM 14000, now in € 7000,- and drove it 5 years these cars are now the most valuable Porsche’s you can buy over
€ 150.000 and more it is the best Porsche I ever driven !
Aircooled 911 are my favotite
Good stuff - .. Gotta luv the seldom seen 993 C2 in Grey Metallic. .. Maybe a MY95 color? .. For MY98 I made do with Arctic Silver Metallic over Full Black Leather. .. Here's to taking the 993 C2S to the grave!
C2S is a hot car. The technical color on mine a Polar Silver Metallic, I believe. Mine is a simple, kind of basic 993, but I absolutely enjoy it.
I just picked up a 997 turbo (video coming on that soon) and driving the 993 after driving the turbo makes the 993 that much more fun,
@@Rennthusiast .. The slim sided hips of the C2 was my 1st choice when spec'ing the coupe. .. Well the rest is history as the widebodied C2S version was the only 2wd coupe model for MY98. .. Com si Com sa, C2 or C2S each are killer 993's. .. Wider track or less weight? .. Great channel beginnings! .. All the best, M/S
P.S., Also spec'd the (controversial) rear wiper option; Rarely gets any use.
911 heaven
"You buy the seller" is the best advice someone can get before buying one of these cars.
Tim totally💯
So true!
I'm really thinking about selling my tesla and getting a porsche after watching these videos
I just sold my 96 993 speedyellow Turbo last year. It had the 3.8 conversion with 600 HP/595 ft/lbs......insane! But all is not lost, I still have a silver 78 911SC with 56k miles very special in it's own right
Man oh man....you had the crown jewel! Glad you still have some air cooled magic in your life though 👍🏼
I own a 1996 Carrera4S with 60 thousand miles on it! Bought it brand new and have no regrets. It is all wheel drive and oneIreland,'elandof the last of the air cooled engines. Next item in my go do list is a paint job. I love the body style and my husband often says your never going to sell that car to which I reply ñhirvgoing to bury me in it!! Cindy Vengen Ireland
You should host a meet and greet at a local pub once we all can socialize again. I’d have to drive a water cooled... not sure you’d have me.
Might make an exception lol! I mean, a Porsche is a Porsche. Thanks for watching. 👍🏼
Where can I find meetups in South Florida? Thanks for the videos!
Flyers District stay home
Late but might help others. Join PCA. They have regular meetups/activities and track days in every region. Best thing about the club.
Love the slate gray! Wish mine was slate gray... is the owner on rennlist?
Negative, he’s not on Rennlist. Think he’s more of a FB guy.
+1. .. Wanted Stone Grey Metallic (LY7U) with Slate Grey Metallic being slightly darker,, than Stone Grey. .. In MY98 Slate Grey and/or Stone Grey were pricy Tier Two paint options. .. I'd settle with the less costly Arctic Silver Metallic focusing the option budget on the Full Leather option. .. Full Leather option was a must-have. .. Yeah, I came that! close to going over budget with Grey Metallic. .. In twenty-something years, maybe I've come across 3 or 4 Slate Grey Metallic 993's. .. A rare beast.
Awesome how Porsche owners actually drive their cars. Not just stow away in the corner.
Thank you, nine sixty four.
I want only a 993 in an air cooled Porsche.
Hi there. Just discovered your channel, went over some videos and subscribed on the spot. So my dad had an SC and a Carrera when I was a kid but Ìve never been a Porsche owner yet, as Íve never managed to get a hold on a properly priced 993, which is THE Porsche I want. So now, by sheer serendipity a client of mine offered to sell me his 1995 993 with original handle type spoiler and all, but alas, being a ´95, it has no VarioRam... So my question is how to rationalize getting a non VarioRam 993? Are there any intrinsic advantages to the non VR cars vs the later VR engined versions? Any feedback would be appreciated...
Snatch it up as long as it’s clean, accident free and you know what you’re getting maintenance-wise.
I think (and I’m not alone on this) that 95 is the best year. No immobilizer and carbon build up in the SAI doesn’t trigger CEL. They’re all great, though.
Downside of 95 is that it’s OBD 1 so troubleshooting can be a bit more challenging than 96 - 98 with their OBD 2.
I have not driven a varioram car but from what I have read the power increase isn’t noticeable enough to pass over a 95. I also understand Steve Wong offers a chip for the 993 so that can boost performance as can a lightweight flywheel.
I am literally responding to this comment while sitting in my ‘95 993 after a drive and as usual it was completely fulfilling. In no way shape or form do I feel this car doesn’t have enough power.
So, hope that helps. Good luck. What color is the car you’re considering?
@@Rennthusiast Thanks for your quick reply. So it’s a dark blue version; don’t recall the exact name of the color. It looks pretty nice, 45K miles, with said light flywheel, and other options/enhancements (Billstein suspension, lighter crankshaft, etc.). The leather on the seats is busted (cracked) but otherwise everything seems in order. The selling price is $60K, which seems a little high, but we’re trading (car for remaining design fees; I’m an architect designing his new house)...
993 either with Turbo wheels (18") or BBS Le Mans
i had a 79 911 with a few minor mods, sway bars, torsion bars , lowerd. to me the best part of a 911 is taking it on a track and driving it to your limit. most people will not drive it to its limit. to me that is what it is all about everything else is not important. just driving the car, balls to the wall and being thrilled by the way it preforms. i hate videos where they take you out on the road and drive 60 and yak yak yak, what bullshit , take it on a track and go for it. i am near 80 and still yearn for a 911 but think to myself if i cant go on a track , what is the use. i think i am still capable but there are other family issues.
Jarrett has taken his slate grey 993 on the track. I know for a fact he likes to push it to its limits. Most of the guys I know and really respect in this community are drivers and share the same philosophy I have, which is drive a 911 like it’s meant to be driven. Don’t leave it in the garage and don’t be afraid to break it bc they’re pretty dang bulletproof when properly maintained.
Thanks for watching and please subscribe if you haven’t already!
Lower the background music, it drove me crazy
Thanks for the feedback. Will try harder to make it work better for you next time.
word. all socially responsible, especially udo's (?) 964. daily driver respektos.
Nowadays, spirited is opposite of socially responsible, actually anything fun has to be non socially acceptable. So i officially am a REBEL.
Imagine cars 994 & 993 and in such a perfect condition!
Where do you find air cooled cars anymore??
Where To Buy A Classic Porsche 911: Here's Where You'll Find Air Cooled Porsches For Sale
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In reality there are alot of outdoor activities that can be virus safe. But people are discouraged from going out worldwide a shame
Why our owners love us ? Becuz we neve let them down no matter what, unlike other cars from Italy or British
As a Porsche and watch enthusiast i appreciate to see a Rolex on your wrist! Am i right or is it a GMT?
Ante thanks for watching. Yes, it’s most likely my GMT. I have a couple of others and can’t recall what I wore in this video.
Rolex and Porsche 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
@@Rennthusiast lovr them both man! Thats ultimate dream!!
Bavarian TV? Not Swabian TV??
How do you have a Porsche channel, "I don't know much about the 964". You come off as another check book enthusiast. Hi I'm a rich guy look at all my Porsche's I don't know much about them or work on them, but hey I'm on trend.
Yeah I don’t pretend to be an expert on every generation of 911. Not sure how that reflects on my credibility as an enthusiast but whatever dude. Thanks for watching and hope you’re enjoying the content in spite of the shortcomings 😄
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+1. .. Great Porsche series of yore. .. Enjoyed a Stone Grey metallic `90 944 S2 coupe as a daily driver of ten years. .. The Uber ski coupe! .. Luv'd that car. .. Stone Grey Metallic LY7U is understated perfection. .. The 944/968 chassis cars are sorely missed.
Imagine, German would have been elected 1st language in the States, relations between Germany and the States would have developed so much better and more intensive, similar to the US and the UK.
9** are not 911's.
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