This Porsche 912 Is Fully Committed
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- Опубліковано 8 сер 2016
- “That car isn’t just me, it’s all the people I’ve interacted with to get to this place,” says John Benton. “I bought this car at 23 years old, I didn’t have all the answers…My car is the result of all those little journeys, here and there…”
Now, John has his own shop that caters to classic Porsches, but it’s really about how he got to this point-a journey happened in his beloved 912.
“I’ve heard people say that my car is me. You know, when they see it, when they drive in it, they’re like, ‘Man this car’s you, it’s so obvious’,” he says. “That wasn’t my intent, but it’s neat to hear from people-even strangers-you know, ‘you built this car, it’s so obvious’,” he says.
His car had been found, driven, taken apart, repaired, restored, and loved over his many years of ownership, and the 912 really was his companion. “It was my daily driver…and weekend race car…” with modifications to suit both. Now, its heart is a “Very high-revving, twin-spark 1.7-litre, fuel injected 616 motor…” but to list off specs would do a disservice to Benton’s passion for these machines.
“Everything I know put into a car…” he says. The only thing missing is his friend and former business partner, John Coffee, who died earlier this year…but not before completing his opus, a Datsun 240Z prepared for the Peking-To-Paris Rally. “John just hit a home run,” says Benton “…it’s his legacy.”
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I bought my 912 when I was 19 in 1969 . I still have it .
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Legend
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Sort of, once a year UA-cam runs an award event that people submit their choice of video in certain categories and the ones with the most votes gets awarded the trophy. Here is the wiki link about the awards and how it works: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UA-cam_Awards
Now the problem is; what category do you place this video in. Inspirational, Automotive, Commentary, Series... there is just so many it works so well for.
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how does the word "fucking" connect to the content of that video??? jeez
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for those who know
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An look at them now, nearly a million.
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In 1974, i was 15, My first car was a 1967 porsche 912, I was 15, this car needed lotsa TLC. I was able to fix it, with my best friend, mike, and Mike was a brilliant engineer (also 15 at that time) Mike could fix anything, even at 15. Sadly, my best friend passed this year. Mike was the best friend I could ever wish for. This porsche was just one of our fun projects. We then found a sunbeam tiger. Thankfully is still in his family. I miss you Micheal I will miss you forever. Thank you for all you have done for me.
Buying a Porsche at the age of 23. Living the dream.
it is not that long ago when model 912 was sorta affordable
1967 912 was my first car in the late 90's in Toronto. I was in my late 20's.
You can still buy an S30Z at the age of 23. Think about it.
I bought one at 25, had it for ten years and loved every moment of driving it
Founding his future on a car he bought when he was 23. That is living the dream.
As someone who has been toying with the idea of a 912 (literally browsing classifieds right now)
This is the perfect video for me.
Porsches are amazing, plz get one (you have c63 right?)
I'm sure John could hook you up!
Go for it! Don't be another KSI or Tmartn. Have something interesting that you connect with and not just something that shows that you have a thick wallet.
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Yep. Love them. It's a dream for me.
My jaw dropped as I realized who this was about, I recognized the Benton name, but never put a face to it. When John Coffey came into view, I had to take a moment. His passing hit me hard, he was always helpful and direct. He will be missed. Thanks Petrolicious for capturing some of his last moments in a truly fitting manner!
Absolutely love that "flashback" scene after the intro. It lends a charming and relatable vibe to the narrator's nostalgic tales.
I love how you created his childhood scene, well done
I have a similar memory... I'm maybe five years old, I'm in the back seat of my uncles 911 and we're driving down Valencia St., between 20th and 16th. Aunt Jan looks concerned, but Uncle Tommy has a huge grin as he zigs and zags through traffic. 50 years later this experience is hard-coded into my memory. Literally, my most vivid memory.
I came for the car and left with a philosophy lesson. Awesome video.
the best episode yet. truly beautiful in so many ways. the guy seems like a fabulously interesting and dialed in character; I'd love to have a long relaxed chat with him. thank you!
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I have watched this video multiple times over the past year. One of my favorite of all UA-cam videos. Thank you.
This is the best Petrolicious in a long time, congratulations on a job well done.
I recently found this channel and simply love it when a new video is offered up on my UA-cam feed. I especially found this particular video to be magical. Although I don't understand all the mechanical nuances running throughout, I was entranced with the connection that Mr Benton has with his work and what it means to him. Pretty damn glorious.
There is always something to love about your videos, whether it's just the car, the owner and or builder, the scenery, the story, or the artistic and technical aspects of the videos themselves. I feel like this one had a lot of those elements all together. I really enjoy this channel, please keep it up.
I love the passion in all the videos you guys do. Absolutely incredible
This is one of my favorite videos of this channel. Great car and great passion for what he does. Something we're all looking for
This is so good, the quality of the video, the relationship between owner and car, the stories, the traditional sunset ligth in the car, the philosophical speech... Thank you so much! Great work!
1st I thought "ugh.. another 911/912 story?".... But wow, nice car, great man, nice story.
Can we agree this car is called a “nine-one-two”.. not a “nice-twelve”, like every other Porsche. Glad you can do what you like and enjoy yourself and your 911!
Whenever I watch these videos I get all torn up and overwhelmed with happiness. These videos are works of art that hit home, absolutely stunning work.
Pure art. I watched this when it was first posted, and I find myself rewatching it fairly often. This video inspired me so much I wanted to try my best to make a vehicle that represents me. Right now I’m building a 1979 Honda XL500s into a tasteful scrambler, I would love to be featured on this channel to share my build and what it means to me.
Beautiful filming and story. Really enjoyed this and could connect to what John was saying. Breathtaking film.
I'm almost positive that Dakar 240z was on The Smoking Tire. So cool to see its back story
I have an old 911, but seeing this video, I am falling in love with the 912! Love the video!! Thanks!
Wow! Again, a beautiful video, with awesome cars & awesome people. Couldn't be better. Thanks.
That Z is so legendary already.....def helped bring up the prices of ALL older Z's.
Best ever? Zig-zag narrative, on point builder and +1 Porsche 912. Nothing but love for this.
You got my like one more time. Truly beautiful work guys, thank you so much, this is touching.
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Great job!
Oh man that opening scene, amazing! Awesome 50s/60s vibe. You guys should do that more, filming at night with those neon lights all around.
You guys absolutely killed it. Hands down, best video you’ve done. Thank you.
This was one of my favourite episodes in quite a while! From the cinematography of the childhood scene, to how the subject never sat down and spoke to the camera, but instead remained somewhat mysterious which put the focus on the vehicles.. this episode is a cut above!
As ever, a gorgeous piece of video and audio. Thank you Petrolicious!
This short film was one of the best I have ever seen and conveyed your message. You are a very lucky man!
This is definitely a great video one of my favorites for sure. It’s hard to find people that have a passion for the cars and the talent to make them what they are. I would seriously consider having these guys build me a car!
Amazing work! Amazing car! Amazing shots!
Really nice to watch :)
Waiting for next one :D
This is hands down my favorite car channel. Amazing work.
Another inspirational video! Hopes, dreams, attitude, raw talent honed by time and tribulations. This world needs more of theses attitudes. On spot again. I watched it twice and am not a Porsche fan but, this man and his team gets the life=art= function= expression. A nod and a smile ,WELL DONE period
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I love these stories where people have owned cars for 30 years. That's passion. I intend on keeping my 911 for as long as I can. Bravo to the owner in this video.
These videos are just spectacular! Well done on making some absolute masterpieces!
Wow, what a great video, great editing, just perfect.
So sorry to hear about the fire at your shop. Hoping you can get back on your feet quickly!
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Although many others say this, your videos really are amazing and inspiring!
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Incredible episode, the best yet. Very well done👍
I've always wanted an old 912, but I never got around to getting one. Unfortunately, with current values, that boat has sailed for me. So I live vicariously through videos like this one.
Living in Texas, the Benton team has been beyond helpful answering my (annoying) questions as I restore my 912. Very thankful for their work and the knowledge they happily share.
What an incredible video and overall story.........I absolutely loved it. I hope to meet John Benton one of these days and just says “Thanks” for helping to keep the dream of Porsche alive and well.
Excellent minidoc and sublime video production quality...shows the timeless and simple beauty of the forgotten 912.
Oh my! This is the best cars channel anywhere! The words in this video got me all misty eyed- it’s so personal and emotional. It made me think when I was a kid loving sports cars at a young age.
Well done yet again guys! One of my favorite Petrolicious video's yet!
Awesome car and awesome story...
Petrolicious, I think I've said this to you before but I'm saying it again, your videos are beautiful! Almost spiritual, I love them. Top notch videos for top notch vehicles. Keep it up!
man your video brought so much emotion
man i watched this to check out a 912 and got a great story as a bonus
This is the kind of love that makes me wanna do my best for my Zs. My 280zx is almost done; it's been a hell of a journey.
+Petrolicious
It is amazing when you see someone with the same connection to vehicles that you hope you have. I think this is one of the best videos that has been done on this channel to date. The cinematography is outstanding, the story, and the vehicles are wonderful. More please, and thank you for all the time it took to do this video. I have seen first hand how much work and effort goes in to getting just one of the stylized shots used in this video. Then this video is completely chocked full of them, it just mind blowing the time that was spent on this video, just to pop it out for the viewers to watch for free!
This is a piece of art. Starting with a near-perfect car with the perfect (translated) "my12" plate combined with awesome camera angles. Did anybody notice the skyline reflecting in the speedo? A job well done to the producer(s)!.
Beautiful. Just.. superb. Someone who loves Porsches as much as I do. Is amazing. And he's a mechanic too.
Best one yet! keep em coming!
wow I was going to give up my.2000 bmw 328i because it needs good repairs but after watching this channel i am motivated to fix my car up. thanks
Great video of a beautiful car and interesting story. Wonderful fourteen minutes to share. Thanks!
this channel gives me goosebumps every single time.
This is the best film you guys have done in a while! Kudos!
This channel i the only one that is able to capture the emotion attached to the machines. As a self-proclaimed car guy, I get what's being done here at this channel. Awesome work.
Just love this video....I have seen it many times but always watch it again. I hope to meet you at the Coffee and Cars in Glendale...1919 Verdugo..one of these days...
these videos keep getting better and better
I just introduced my mate to this channel. The look on his face when he was scrolling through the videos was priceless.
This was absolutely fantastic, mesmerizing and inspirational. Marvelous story! My man, I would love to buy a car from you one of these days.
THIS IS PURE ART!!! LOVE IT! MY FAVORITE EPISODE YET.
I could watch Petrolicious vids ALL DAY. Nice job as usual.
WOW, that was a great video. The 912 owner was awesome and the videos producer was also awesome. Good job guys.
Nice Car - & Story. It is so true that restoring and modifying an older car is a journey with many twists and turns ... and people ... nothing is like when it begins to be: OK, what breaks next ? - to: you realize you have begun to look forward to driving it ....
Congratulations on a remarkably authentic video. I now get 912s. Thank you.
The video ended and I'm just sitting here sitting...as the sunlight falls right on my shoulders making me realize how beautiful life can be painted, with a mix of passion, enthusiasm and love...to find happiness in others happiness. The idea so smoothly conveyed through the medium of cinematography and machines. Beautifully crafted, like a monument with centuries-old geometry.
The sharing of knowledge was an awesome point, I believe it too!
True inspiration! Makes me more excited to build my own 912!
That was amazing. Well done!
I bought my 69' 912 about 8 years ago. I did a lot of work to it and used the inspiration of Magnus and Benton for it. I still have a long way to go and wondered what it would cost for him to make it perfect and a daily, fun, driver.
Great video. Thanks you. His sentiments echoed his elan!
Sweet plate! Stunning build. Excellent story.
Wonderful story and video - wow man
How could anyone give this video a thumbs down? Well done, sir.
Agree with the statement below.....the video and story telling work on this channel is so inspiring. This one video tops them all. Thanks and may you keep on putting out such great content.
I could totally work for this guy. I view Porsche's in the same way. In 30 plus years of working on old VW's (slow ones, fast ones) and a few Porsche's I realize how wonderful it is to be alive to appreciate these pieces of art. I've had my own shops, and I can honestly say that money wasn't my motivating factor. It was bringing an aircooled car back to life, or optimizing it for the customer and having them call me later to say how much they enjoyed the vehicle since. Spending hours in prep, cleaning, imagining, visualizing what in my heart I felt it should feel, smell and sound like was my inspiration. Working till 2 in the AM didn't matter because it was about my love and commitment to something I loved as a child. This episode is very emotional for me. The teachings of my father towards German cars and VW's/Porches will carry on. My dad wanted me to play with dolls, but I wanted to turn wrenches.
Fantastic video and meaningful text !!! Thx for sharing !!! 😊
Can't help to think Magnus Walker was all over this guys shoulder guiding him into the right direction with his 912
Thats what I was thinking. 😂
you have to be kidding.
+Pennywise please if any1 farts Porsche in Los Angeles Magnus is all over it
Yeah, when I saw the Irish green 911 I was like "Yeah I think I know who's that "supportive person""
Magnus is not a mechanic in any sense of the word. Magnus is just a rich guy who likes porsches and had other people build it for him. John Benton is the real deal, if anything paved the way for Magnus.
What an awesome video and narration..thoroughly enjoyed watching this..hats off to the Porsche guy..
It is also my dream to one day own a restoration shop and also give customers their dream cars. Great video.
That's awesome. ...and so well expressed by this wonderful gentleman.....wishing u continued safe and enjoyable driving! That is such a huggable car!
Glad the termination did not put you down.You are now living with your passion and that is my dream to have my kind of workshop here to do things i love to do with cars.
you out did yourselves with this one. absolutely amazing
Lovely words and very very nice episode.
What he says about how things can rapidly evolve when you get to know people at meetings who can help you, it’s just spot on! I find myself in that totally!
I adored mine. It looked like crap but everything underneath was built for driving. One of two cars I wish I still had.
Beautiful in every way , thank you 👍🇬🇧