I GOT IT TOTALLY WRONG! The True Story of My Abandoned Porsche 914

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  • @Shmee150
    @Shmee150  9 місяців тому +34

    BOTB's £1m competition ends on 29th February, so enter now - tickets start at just 85p! With a guaranteed winner, YOU could be BOTB's first millionaire and start your own car collection like mine! go.botb.com/uM7_6U5Yqoy73cnCvFNJAl

    • @benlecluyse
      @benlecluyse 9 місяців тому +2

      Hell yeah Tim ! ❤

  • @MikesTropicalTech
    @MikesTropicalTech 5 місяців тому +2

    I just finished 2 years of restoration, conversion to electric drive and import from USA to Spain on my '73 914. I do not envy the pain you guys are in for!

  • @Akecherfd8424
    @Akecherfd8424 9 місяців тому +113

    This is awesome to watch. This type of content is more interesting than all the videos talking about how great the new Ferrari or Lamborghini is. There is always a lot to learn when restoring old cars and learning the past of the cars.

  • @peterturnbull9133
    @peterturnbull9133 7 місяців тому +2

    Love this project with the true craftsmen genius of Yorkshire Car Restorations. The simplicity of these classic cars make them easier to understand in what is back to basics motoring enjoyment

  • @SARSteam
    @SARSteam 2 місяці тому +2

    This is such a cool project. Been watching it for some weeks now. Great Smee !

  • @sermax0027
    @sermax0027 9 місяців тому +17

    We all know the story of this car is going to end up in Vin Wiki at some point. Love these kind of videos!

    • @bg22757
      @bg22757 9 місяців тому

      Haha I was just thinking the same

  • @peterturnbull9133
    @peterturnbull9133 7 місяців тому +1

    I’m pleased you are getting personally involved in the restoration. I’m sure the guys at YCR appreciate this direct support …and besides the videos are really interesting on this project. I can wait to see the progress ….would be nice to understand your plans for the car … A back to original restoration?

  • @CarCrazy12804
    @CarCrazy12804 9 місяців тому +42

    The plaid seats are so retro and cool but I am glad you are not letting the scary surprises of the 914/4 get you down

  • @grantlingley1385
    @grantlingley1385 9 місяців тому +2

    Hey Schmee, quick note for you. You may have tons of options in England but Restoration Design in Ontario Canada fabricates all of the panels you will need for the 914. Their quality is fantastic and will likely be a lot less expensive than trying to fabricate individual parts. Love the video.

  • @yorkshirecarrestoration
    @yorkshirecarrestoration 9 місяців тому +42

    Fantastic and so satisfying to get the engine running :D

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  9 місяців тому +18

      It sure was! Let's hope there are no other gremlins hiding...

  • @RyanPannu90
    @RyanPannu90 9 місяців тому +9

    I know it's risky for a car of that age, but once it's fully restored, it'll be nice to see that car back here in British Columbia, Canada!

  • @liam12317
    @liam12317 9 місяців тому +1

    Very exciting, please dont worry about the production quality (didnt even notice until you mentioned it at the end). The most important thing is being kept upto date with the journey. Really looking forward to seeing it play out 👍

  • @elderinmoi1571
    @elderinmoi1571 9 місяців тому +4

    „Sie lebt !“ 👏. I have to say this is the nicest project I have seen on your channel. Hope to see this thing back on the streets. And hopefully not totally changed from what’s it is. It is a classic and a special one, too. Would be nice to keep it that way.

  • @paulkrapp
    @paulkrapp 9 місяців тому +3

    The amount of Love being poured into this car is amazing! Imagine if a car had a soul or spirit, it is now overjoyed to have found a home with you two (Tim and Puppi). 😊😊❤❤❤

  • @chrissiano381
    @chrissiano381 9 місяців тому +6

    Tim, with your passion for car and their history.. No doubt you will bring it back to it's full glory, and but it in the Shmee museum on full display for everyone to see.

  • @simonkern691
    @simonkern691 9 місяців тому +1

    The Black one is by far the best. Great taste

  • @davidsharrock5704
    @davidsharrock5704 9 місяців тому +2

    Good to see you giving Yorkshire Car Restoration some publicity which is more than Matt Armstrong has done despite him getting a free restoration on his E24.

    • @benshannon3121
      @benshannon3121 9 місяців тому

      Agreed. Really disappointed with Matt for not doing anything for the YCR guys .

    • @geofffletcher5739
      @geofffletcher5739 7 місяців тому

      Free?

  • @CaseyCollier
    @CaseyCollier 9 місяців тому +17

    9:11 I see a Nissan Pulsar GTI-R. Those things are really cool.

  • @robmowe8090
    @robmowe8090 9 місяців тому +47

    The Matt Armstong approach is probably more interesting than buying a new Ferrari every 5 minutes

    • @tom4626
      @tom4626 9 місяців тому +22

      Just different content - enjoy having both

    • @rustler08
      @rustler08 9 місяців тому +11

      Then go watch Matt Armstrong and Hoovie's garage. Clearly this isn't your type of content, so move on or don't complain.

    • @bigmacdaddy1234
      @bigmacdaddy1234 9 місяців тому +1

      ​@rustler08 actually , it's the reverse. This is not your type of content.

    • @dwaynedennis3540
      @dwaynedennis3540 9 місяців тому +1

      Take it easy.

  • @generalbystander1631
    @generalbystander1631 9 місяців тому +1

    You should get that car to a Porsche restoration specialist. Your guys will do the job but they’re gonna be learning and making mistakes at your expense

  • @alanbradford3130
    @alanbradford3130 9 місяців тому +3

    Shmee might be hooked, 2nd old car project!....I mean, anyone can drive a new car. But it takes a special person to fix up and drive an old one.

  • @111tombomb
    @111tombomb 9 місяців тому +9

    Early crew! Been watching since the beginnings with the S5, lovely content as always Tim!

  • @tomcierijr.1448
    @tomcierijr.1448 9 місяців тому +6

    I so can't wait to watch the progress on this project...Great little car..👍

  • @pip5461
    @pip5461 9 місяців тому +34

    The car has now found an owner who will ensure that it's returned in pristine condition...!

  • @one350z
    @one350z 9 місяців тому +2

    Very happy and excited for you Tim. This is what I was hoping for you.
    This is a great project, looking forward to the updates.

  • @blackwiddow20
    @blackwiddow20 9 місяців тому +8

    GR Eggs... I laughed out loud. Not even going to lie. I always emmediately think that now when I see a Greggs too 😂

  • @alexhudson3574
    @alexhudson3574 9 місяців тому +1

    so glad to see you doing a restoration project , they are so interesting to watch , cant wait to see it completed

  • @bramvermaat1453
    @bramvermaat1453 9 місяців тому +2

    Is amazing to see that you give these guys all the exposure!!

  • @BattleBean762
    @BattleBean762 9 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for doing older cars! Honestly its more fun than the new toys!!! Working on my old E30 with my old man is the best. All old cars are just better.

  • @nickpappas4133
    @nickpappas4133 9 місяців тому +3

    Keep the wheels as they are Fuch alloy rims that came on a 1973 2.0 litre, very rare and hard to find now. Did you notice how lightweight they are.

  • @bicyclist2
    @bicyclist2 9 місяців тому +2

    I love the Porsche 914/4. I used to have a 76' 914/4. It looks like its in good hands. This is a beautiful color. Thank you.

  • @nicksimpson88
    @nicksimpson88 9 місяців тому +3

    BEST feeling as a car lover is moments like that

  • @nicksharpe2820
    @nicksharpe2820 9 місяців тому +5

    This is a great series as ever I love your content and you brighten my day I like the fact puppi 150 is involved

  • @zukacs
    @zukacs 9 місяців тому +4

    These guys freaking a joy to watch!! good luck!!!

  • @atlantis5574
    @atlantis5574 9 місяців тому +2

    Loving this series already! Looking forward to what’s coming up next.

  • @nathandburton
    @nathandburton 9 місяців тому +2

    Enjoying this already. My .02 is that the original side indicators are a story piece. No, you dont need to keep them, but that car's made quite a journey to end up where it is now and little quirks are fun to talk about with cars like this one.

  • @kevmagill5163
    @kevmagill5163 9 місяців тому +2

    I really like these restoration projects. Subscribed on YCR to watch how things progress and, of course, keeping an eye on this channel to see what plans you have for the little Porsche. Looking forward to it all.

  • @royd72
    @royd72 9 місяців тому +5

    Such a cool car, can’t wait to see the new colour 🤔

  • @kream996
    @kream996 9 місяців тому +1

    Very exciting project. I just sold my 1973 2.0 Alaska Blue 914 using Collecting Cars auction site. Thankfully stayed in the US to a good Porsche collector /owner in Georgia!

  • @DansManCaveUK
    @DansManCaveUK 9 місяців тому +1

    Looking forward to following this project. Great to see something different to more common Porsche

  • @jakkovaningen8350
    @jakkovaningen8350 9 місяців тому +1

    This change of gears is so refreshing for this channel, supercool. And ❤ that 914

  • @TN-zx2yi
    @TN-zx2yi 9 місяців тому +1

    That smile after starting the engine was priceless. I have watched you collecting several Supercar and you have not shared that Shmile, that's what I will call it - Shmile

  • @Acquiesce77
    @Acquiesce77 9 місяців тому +5

    Toby Lee is one of the finest blues guitarists around! Love his channel!

  • @abidmahmood8961
    @abidmahmood8961 9 місяців тому

    The restoration company have smashed it by connecting with some high profile you tubers. Their work is amazing

  • @LarryHatch
    @LarryHatch 9 місяців тому +1

    Tim needs to win the BOTB...the top prize!

  • @TonySmurthwaite
    @TonySmurthwaite 9 місяців тому +1

    She runs! That just saved you a fortune! As for the interior may i suggest shmoo seat covers.

  • @ronaldwilliford301
    @ronaldwilliford301 9 місяців тому +1

    Fun! Project!!!! Will be nice to see it complete 😀

  • @johnlummis5119
    @johnlummis5119 9 місяців тому

    Tim , that's the difference between a proper mechanic and a fitter you find at most modern dealerships

  • @peterianakiev9733
    @peterianakiev9733 9 місяців тому +5

    I really enjoy watching your videos

  • @readrepairs
    @readrepairs 9 місяців тому

    ‘Approach’, per-se. Love it!!!!!

  • @tnhn1903
    @tnhn1903 9 місяців тому +2

    A Wiesmann GT MF5 in yellow would be a cool addition to the collection in my opinion, what do you think?

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  9 місяців тому +3

      Nice style!

  • @carleverett7539
    @carleverett7539 9 місяців тому +3

    loving this new journey with your videos Shmee, could we maybe see a Mk1 Ford Escort RS2000 rebuild in the future? would make an excellent addition to your Ford collection

    • @bg22757
      @bg22757 9 місяців тому

      That's a lot of money no? Tim's good for it anyway😂

    • @idrisddraig2
      @idrisddraig2 9 місяців тому

      YCR are rebuilding one of those!

  • @schumifannreins295
    @schumifannreins295 9 місяців тому

    fantastic episode! I am excited to see the journey of restoration.

  • @davidsmall7676
    @davidsmall7676 9 місяців тому

    Very awesome! Can’t wait to hear about the plan 🎉🎉

  • @WillSatchwell
    @WillSatchwell 9 місяців тому +1

    I love this little car! I keep thinking some EFI might do wonders for this car. Just wonder if it being related to the beetle engine if it has the same issues with a hot no.2 cylinder that plagued those beetle engines. Cant wait to see this play out!

  • @sircharlessinderhorn3452
    @sircharlessinderhorn3452 9 місяців тому

    In 1975, I purchased a 1970 914-4. Such a fun car but the rust eventually led to its death as a rear spring broke through the rusty frame mount. At the time I was living in FL but the car had been in Maryland where salty winter roads presented issues on cars in general. This vid makes me wonder if these cars are especially susceptible to rust problems.

    • @marklangren3142
      @marklangren3142 4 місяці тому

      Battery overcharged ate paint then rusted if driven in tge winter and not regularly washed will collect salt

  • @Lumpygrits76
    @Lumpygrits76 9 місяців тому +1

    North of Bowling Green Kentucky and all the way through Canada. Where body panels and frames go to die

  • @SWR112
    @SWR112 9 місяців тому

    After watching Harry’s Garage I think I’m less shocked at how far a car can go but still be brought back to life and how people with the right skill will get it back spot on. Guy in the next street to us has one and think it needs a lot of work. Just new Oil going round that engine will do it a world of good. 👍

  • @amitdutta7098
    @amitdutta7098 9 місяців тому

    Yay the 914 started. Can't wait to see the final spec🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @adarshtambi9565
    @adarshtambi9565 9 місяців тому

    It is great to see and hear that the engine is running

  • @foranaffairs
    @foranaffairs 9 місяців тому +1

    296 oddly seems like a better option than the SF90 for many reasons. Do you prefer one over the other?

  • @sirnikolas
    @sirnikolas 9 місяців тому +1

    Love your videos Tim!😍 G'day from downunder Australia! 🇦🇺

  • @carnutz_uk
    @carnutz_uk 9 місяців тому +1

    I’ve done a few bits with these guys really top lads still wanting to get a few more bits done in near future

  • @Paul-to5kx
    @Paul-to5kx 9 місяців тому

    Great video, and a complete change from the usual supercars....! Perhaps this may lead to more classic projects...!

  • @ingvargissurarson4671
    @ingvargissurarson4671 9 місяців тому

    I really like this twist on your channel and hope your interest in classics will grow from now on and we´ll se this 914 and then, I hope, some more, getting back to life on your channel.
    Keep up the good work.

  • @michaellegendre951
    @michaellegendre951 9 місяців тому +1

    You should put the Canadian Quarter on top of the shifter

  • @aldoligori785
    @aldoligori785 9 місяців тому

    Hi is great to see you getting hands on,and find the car history Weldon looking for more news to follow on

  • @benjohnsmith
    @benjohnsmith 9 місяців тому

    How do you stay so consistently positive and spirited? It’s always good to watch one of your videos after a long hard stressful day at work!

  • @wesryman
    @wesryman 9 місяців тому

    Tim is going to get into bringing old cars back to life

  • @carlosmcmahon623
    @carlosmcmahon623 9 місяців тому

    Shmee, that was awesome. ("It Runs")!!!

  • @jamespugh
    @jamespugh 9 місяців тому

    Wow tim the story on it is crazy. Them getting it to start is amazing and definitely save you some cash

  • @peterarkle5885
    @peterarkle5885 9 місяців тому

    Small world. Toby Lee. As someone has already mentioned, one of the UK’s great guitarists and still a teenager! Tickets booked for May

  • @davidparratt413
    @davidparratt413 9 місяців тому

    Good to see your putting this resto on your channel unlike other UA-camrs 👍

  • @thomprd
    @thomprd 9 місяців тому +2

    It doesn't really count running in the ICE motor if you're driving in EV mode, yeah?

  • @TheStevedowney
    @TheStevedowney 9 місяців тому

    Nearly bought the very same car in December last year! Sort of feel like I dodged a bullet now. I have 26 vehicles - almost none of which are worth what they cost to restore. Its all good fun though. Good luck with the project Shmee!

  • @nigelcooke8590
    @nigelcooke8590 9 місяців тому

    I love the history around classic cars.. I’m more interested in this car than any other in the entire Schmee museum 😂😂

  • @bensandland8811
    @bensandland8811 9 місяців тому

    It's cool to see Tim getting hands on with the Porsche, well done sir 😀

  • @fit_pharmd4830
    @fit_pharmd4830 9 місяців тому

    I must admit I’m truly interested in this project! I love the channel no matter what but this is so cool, such a lateral shift of your normal content! Go Shmee!!

  • @kennyray116C
    @kennyray116C 9 місяців тому

    This is the content that is far more interesting than the untouchable hypercars.

  • @oeiboenho7164
    @oeiboenho7164 9 місяців тому +1

    Menunggu indahnya porche 914/4.....

  • @2VicsRacing
    @2VicsRacing 9 місяців тому

    Wow, what an absolutely fantastic video! That Porsche has a lot of traveling miles on it, North America, Canada, and now setting there with you getting a complete and well-deserved makeover. Love the Blue color of the car! Really surprised when it turned over just as you were!
    Again, thank you for making such great videos that I can share and enjoy with my family! Good luck from Williamsburg Va! 👍

  • @phillipwatters3752
    @phillipwatters3752 9 місяців тому

    I hope he leaves the 914 that same shade of blue. It looks really nice on that car.

  • @deps981
    @deps981 9 місяців тому

    This is the New project car , Blue is so good

  • @Car10121-s
    @Car10121-s 9 місяців тому +2

    Hopefully once it’s done, we’ll see it road tripping and being used properly.

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  9 місяців тому +3

      That would be really fun! Don't forget it's in a garage with a lot of cars that get driven often; it has to get balanced out.

  • @saman_tabieb
    @saman_tabieb 9 місяців тому +1

    The 296 most have an exhaust, and most be from quick silver and shmee150 logo printed on it 👌

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  9 місяців тому +2

      It sounds just perfect stock

  • @youssefmorad9162
    @youssefmorad9162 9 місяців тому +163

    Hi Shmee, I’m guys

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  9 місяців тому +95

      Hi guys

    • @HuracanST
      @HuracanST 9 місяців тому +19

      Lol, why do I see this every video now?

    • @basafran
      @basafran 9 місяців тому +2

      Weird, I thought you were youssefmorad9162, maybe guys is a nickname

    • @j.scottcaudill7543
      @j.scottcaudill7543 9 місяців тому +10

      Overused comment

    • @strawman3059
      @strawman3059 9 місяців тому

      ​@@j.scottcaudill7543 amen 🙏

  • @jacksharpe5176
    @jacksharpe5176 9 місяців тому

    Brilliant series👌🏻..once restored you should take it back to Canada on a road trip to celebrate😁

  • @MatsGarage
    @MatsGarage 9 місяців тому

    The patches in the rear trunk could be reinforcement of the rear sway bar mounting points. Should be easy to see from the underside.

  • @mikew3695
    @mikew3695 9 місяців тому

    Really enjoying this content, thanks Tim!

  • @mdawsss18
    @mdawsss18 9 місяців тому

    loving this already, cant wait to follow the progress

  • @nickpappas4133
    @nickpappas4133 9 місяців тому

    Not sure about British Columbia but here in Ontario Canada you can go to the MTO with the serial number and request a buyers/sellers kit and it will tell you all the owners from day one and if there are any leans on the car or if stolen.

  • @muckymcfly
    @muckymcfly 9 місяців тому

    Yorkshire Car Resto are amazing, this is a cool colab and man, that engine sound.

  • @JC-fm1vx
    @JC-fm1vx 9 місяців тому

    Very cool , great content. Watching years one of my favourite

  • @davidkeenan5989
    @davidkeenan5989 9 місяців тому

    I love the skills of these guys.

  • @lloydbellis7360
    @lloydbellis7360 9 місяців тому

    That’s a big weight off as the engine runs.
    Going to be a cool project.
    Thank you 😎😎😎😎👍👍👍👍

  • @Silver-st2zq
    @Silver-st2zq 9 місяців тому

    Excellent content as always and great to see her running 👍

  • @karimhuerta597
    @karimhuerta597 9 місяців тому

    The patches at the back are the torsion bar fixing points

  • @puppi2743
    @puppi2743 9 місяців тому +6

    Really enjoy seeing wild Shmoo the Cow's out and about!

  • @02lucy666
    @02lucy666 9 місяців тому +1

    What a lovely car this is!
    I feel like, "Patches" needs to meet your Dark Horse eventually and perhaps take it to Toby?

  • @daimhinm
    @daimhinm 7 місяців тому

    The panels shown at 15:43 look like rear swaybar mount reinforcement plates not patches.