Singer Vehicle Design: Porsche 911 Re-Imagined, Original Spirit - XCAR
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- Опубліковано 3 гру 2014
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Meet Rob Dickinson, the founder of Singer Vehicle Design. This documentary follows his passion of the Porshce 911, and shows how Singer rebuild and modify the classic car.
Singer performs restoration, tuning, modification and customization services on Porsche 911s owned by its customers. Each customer presents a tired 911 to Singer and together they work collaboratively over 8 or 9 months to restore, tune, modify and customize the customer’s car. Singer does not design, manufacture, remanufacture, create or sell automobiles. Singer's restoration services are provided solely by Singer. Singer is not sponsored, approved, endorsed by nor, in any way, associated or affiliated with Porsche Cars North America, Inc., or Dr. Ing. h.c.F. Porsche, AG
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6:11 "Girls that wanted to...be my friend in it" Lmao xD
lol that part had me rolling
the 911 isn't too comfy to "be friends" with girls in
He was trying to think of a way of being politically correct.. hehehe
The more I see these cars, the more I must have one. Porsche restored by Singer, is the ultimate in a true Sports car. Bravo Rob Dickinson.
I love this "rebirthing" idea of older cars. I think more companies should surface for this sort of thing. I've only seen one Singer Porsche in person but it only took one to make me appreciate Singer.
This man is incredibly well spoken.
Wow, the Singer 911... so amazing!
Not all Porsche 911 lovers have owned the beautiful Porsche 911, but we all have a story!
#Love911 today your story rekindled the memory of the blessings of my story.
Like you and so many, mine began as a child too. In about 1965-66 I was 11-12yrs old and at the time my dad owned a 58 Rambler and a 63 VW Bug. A wonderful and influential older cousin, Larry, worked for a bank and repossessed cars. One cold day his job was to recover a 63/64 Porsche 911. After recovery, Larry came to show it to my dad and me. I happened to be sick at the time but dad still bundled me up for the amazing ride... life changed! Yes, Life Changed in the world of a young boy which continues today.
Everything I was familiar with about a car changed... from sightline, sound, feel, smell and almost taste. Did you ever smell something so different that you could almost taste it?... Fresh baked bread or cookies... well the amazing smell of leather for the first time in my life was beyond that special.
HOWEVER the utterly amazing SOUND and POWER of a Porsche Boxer engine was thrilling beyond compare to every car experience I had ever had... then and now!!! But oh my that beautiful sightline out the front windshield of a hood which dropped low and the two bulging headlight fenders provided an extraordinarily different view of the road!
I WAS IN LOVE ... and if you don't or can't relate then don't try ... "it's like trying to tell a stranger about rock and roll" as was once said... it is infact impossible to understand without the actual experience!
Later that week my cousin Larry, or perhaps my dad, went to a Porsche dealer to get two brochures, the 911 and the 912. I studied every single word of the brochures multiple times from my bed and being relatively poor I determined that one day I would have to get a Porsche... a 912... cuz it was the same but with a smaller engine. I just had to have one some day!
The dream continued... Fast forward to my Thermodynamics professor in college 1975ish... we asked him how a teacher at a State University could afford a 911??? He invited us back that evening after class to explain! He discussed cost curves and efficiencies of ownership. Fast forward again to 1990/91... using what I learned that evening I began my search and what a blessing... I found a 1985 Porsche Carrera Targa a woman was selling. It needed some love due to lack of proper care. Care which only someone in love could provide; yes being a gearhead also helped.
Little did I know my initial love would turn into the more full experience of ownership which Ferdinand Porsche had always intended for Porsche 911 owners. That was the true driver experience and diversity of a car which could do everything well. Ferdinand Porsche design the vehicle to be one which could be used daily to commute but also thoroughly enjoy on the weekends out in a driving school/racetrack experience. Those experiences extended for 10 years of the love of Porsche Club performance driving.
Well, that's my love experience with the blessing of knowing the Porsche 911! I hope everyone could have such a love and experience.
OH my lord, i have never seen something so beautiful....dear God, please PLEASE let me win the lotto!
your god has better things to do. You should think about starting a business ))))
@@mikhailman Yes... He's busy giving cancer to children.
Oh lord won't you buy me a Singer modified Porsche 911, you can keep the Mercedes-Benz.
Exactly what I was thinking 🤔
Really don't mind to watch this video again as this Singer 911 is a work of art.
Never been a Porsche fan as I grew up but then I was converted when I experience how good Porsche judge the ride and handling on their cars.
And this... it's up there with Pagani in terms of desirability for me.
*****
If I can find a 964 RS I'd prefer to keep that, but if I found a high mileage Carrera 4 automatic, I'd happily send it to Singer, provide that I can afford the treatment, of course.
***** I think we get the point: you don't really like Singer Cars. Probably had one and it broke?
***** This will be one of those cars to have along side with other Porsche, not on its own. It will always be a car collector plaything sadly...
***** It's not going to be worth more to me. If you can afford a $350k then I highly doubt resale value is your highest priority. I would take this over a restored 964 any day. Why? It's better, bottom line. He's made it better.
Singer doesn't work on Carrera 4 964. Carrera 2 only
We all know that a company has to be profitable but Singer Vehicle Design are able to do it by building their dreams. Not by selling some ‘show but no go’ overpriced bullsh*ts. With a huge dose of respect to the original. Respect to Singer, respect to Mr. Rob Dickinson. And, ‘Carfection’ and XCAR, thank you for that great clip. Cheers.
From rockstar to car czar. When done Rob.
I like Mr Dickinson. His vision for the cars he is producing fits my view of car modifying. Beauty comes from function, and you don't have to parade with how fast your car is with all the unpainted carbonfiber and huge aero parts. Subtle, fast, fun to drive.
My passion with Porsche is rooted from within my childhood as well. All those years living in Europe and watching the 911's and 951's pass us on the autobahn as we drove in the slow lane in our family's Volkswagen bus will be in my memories forever.
I wish there were more dedicated companies like this that focused more on the Porsche 951 turbo. Its just a blatant fact that the 911 is the true icon and the 951 is a a car with its own genuine quality and taste. Someday I hope to own a 911. But for now my 951 gets all of my attention. I just love what Singer does and I love how they represent Porsche and all of its charm, glory,charisma and essence.
God I love the ethos of Singer - if I were to create a car somehow that would be what I would be aiming at. Thanks for bringing us this video!
***** That I love the idea behind Singer: their focus is not on making the most outrageous car, but to create a car with a personal touch, a car that is great to drive and with a focus on craftsmanship, quality and details. I like how they limit themselves in order to stay true to what 911s and Porsche is really about: a car that is fun to drive.
***** Well technically they do create cars: modifying existing cars (and especially to the extend they do it) is creating new cars: they change almost everything in the car, its dynamics, its mechanics and the exterior and interior. Looking at a "stock" 911 and then at a Singer 911 is two completely different cars - therefore I believe that they actually do create cars.
***** Yes they do, if we look at the definition of "create" we see that it is: "bring (something) into existence"
No matter how you flip and turn it Singer creates cars - sure they aren't creating them from scratch, but if you actually saw and listened to the video you would know that they replace 90+% of the original car: the interior and exterior are new, engine is redone, brakes, wheels, electrical systems etc. Furthermore they change the behaviour of the cars so they drive as good as possible - and if you go an listen to reviews of Singer's cars you would know that they drive differently than the original car.
They change what they feel they have to change to get the best out of the platform - they create a car that is the ultimate 911 from that period with today's materials and knowledge.
***** How does the definition of the word not support what I say? Are you just going to ignore the definition of a word? Apparently to you, one can only create something if it is from scratch - but that isn't necessarily the case. Also the body doesn't stay the same, they have remodelled most of the body in order to fit the mechanical changes they have made.
And once more: are you just going to ignore things that go against your beliefs? The reviews support what I said. Changing the dynamics and behaviour of a car does matter, that is one of the pillars of a car and takes a long time to get right, thus by changing a car's dynamics you create a car that behaves in a certain way - and in this case: it changes the cars original dynamics, creating a new kind of 911.
And finally: yes they can definitely make it more extreme, but if you listen to Mr. Dickinson you will know that what they wanted to do was to create the ultimate car that stays true to the idea of the original 911: they wanted to create a great all arounder, using the best components - they didn't want to create a frankenstein car.
They do create something, once again: you cannot ignore the definitions of the word since the meaning of the word is to make something - and that is exactly what they do: they create the ultimate all around 911, that while, it is indeed a modification, it is a modification that changes nearly everything about the car (and this you cannot argue against - at least not if you have seen the video: they don't simply change a bit about the exterior, no they change almost everything about the car, go watch this video, or any other video for that matter if you won't believe it)
Oh and one more thing: "redone" is synonymous with "reconstruct". They reconstruct the engine, using the skills from Cosworth to bring it back to life and enhance it
God have mercy!!! Car heaven right there. That white porsche is so beautiful ToT
thanks, will do
This is a really good documentary about a guy who is creating something great for others to be inspired by.
It's not fair that I can only like this once!! ...IF I could be so fortunate to afford my Singer I would move from Key West (where roads and traffic defy driving), and go back to California mountain roads just to enjoy driving, as I did before.
Rob's a bloody genius.if i had
A singer in my garage, who
Would need any other car.
Absolute perfection ❤👌
How are some people so incredibly lucky to be able to achieve such a satisfying job... My wish is to one day have a business like this, or at least work with one. What a dream... Though it just seems so out of reach...
***** Thanks so much :) It was a great, inspirational video. I'll get there one day!
FXloaphy Step 1 : be a rockstar.
+FXloaphy Learn, establish plans, draw, design and fulfill your dream.
Much as I love and admire the modern super/hypercars being made today (particularly the wonderful Paganis, which are really handmade works of art), I'm not sure there is a car out there I would rather put big money into than a Singer. I have endless respect and admiration for Rob Dickinson and what his company does. Wonderful video.
What a great orator. To speak that fluidly you've got to be telling the truth. I'm in love with what this company stands for .
Front was very happy smiley the rear was very angry - lol
I think all the great comments everyone else has left sums it all up for me. I grew up around porsche cars. My dad is a porsche specialist so seeing what this guy is doing is absolutely sensational. Wish i could be apart of it.
I have always been deeply in love with the 911, and though I have never owned or driven one and probably would never be able to do, this video made me happy that there are people so dedicated and passionate to restore these classical icons to their original beauty and reverence.
Brilliant idea. I love the attention to detail and his obsession with making it "perfect".
I am getting into porsches- 911s in particular, and i never thought i would, and it is solely due to singer's love of these timeless cars
Great story. I've seen several close up in the past 3 years. The closer you get, the more astonished you feel.
Great presentation. When you talk from your heart it just flows.
Your professional production does honor to Rob Dickinson and his brilliant cars. Thanks very much. I bought a new 1967 911 when I was 22 years old, and have never forgotten it. I've since owned many fine cars, but that one got into the marrow.
Since i knew about singer i completely fall in love, all i can watch now are videos about it!!!!
Rob dickinson is my hero!!!!!!
The last clip of Porsche taking off sent chills down my spine. I think im hooked now.
Sweet holy jesus on roller skates .... that white 911 with the black lettering on the doors .... what a masterpiece!
ABSOLOUTLY gorgeous car.....this and a 930 turbo would make my day...
As always, an amazing film, truly a work of art for a work of art!
Im not even a Porsche fan, but just the love giving to the cars, id buy one in a heartbeat if i had the money....
Love to hear such passion from the head of a company. Great video.
A 73 911S is my grail. Singer is an epic, bespoke operation. If you ever get the opportunity to experience a Singer production, you’ve arrived...
After 8 years of searching, finally picked up a well maintained 1972. I am 10x more happy than the moment I first bought my house. Porsche is officially pumped in my veins.
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What an inspiring story. Thanks for sharing.
Rob has a great eye for restoring what is already an iconic classic..yet i for one will strive to work hard in life to one day own of of these singer gems...i feel there are many mod cases of this classic car..btu for me singer do an ideal all round package to a level most would only dream of..
that shot @10:10 was just bare bone sexual
long live singer
Love these early 911's. Great video, thanks!
Well, that was intimate. Thanks so much.
I want one! What a stunningly beautiful work of art.
I love cars. I am obsessed with them. Old and new. I was born in Southern California and, in high school, I loved pulling my Volkswagen Beetle into the driveway to wash it on warm breezy day.
Fast forward 15 years. I moved to NYC to be an artist. I am carless and it's killing me. I feel stuck. Trapped on this island with no way out. Rental cars are not the answer. They are lifeless. My only respite is to spend countless hours researching and dreaming about cars through this inflexible glowing screen.
From the Toyota Prius to the Rolls Royce Phantom, all cars are noble expressions of human engineering, ingenuity, and creativity. For me, however, there is one car that sits at the apex of all others.
If I can own just one automobile in the world it would be a Porsche by Singer. The Singer 911 is a masterpiece. I do not say this flippantly. Yes, the Singer 911 is a masterpiece at the level of Michelangelo's Pieta. It is rolling sculpture. Every curve, every detail is excruciatingly crafted. It's so beautiful that, upon a glance, Medusa herself would turn to stone.
My hairs stand up on the back of my neck. My arms and legs go numb. My whole body trembles. I weep.
In the end, I don't know how I will ever be able to afford a Porsche by Singer. Now my dream becomes my nightmare...
Said like a true artist
I love the old school craftsman approach to vehicle building....no rush, take your time and make everything absolutely perfect. Thats how Ferrari used to make their cars, and how Pagani and Koenigsegg makes them today.....amazing work from Singer!
I have never been a fan of Porsches, but my god the Singer 911 is beautiful.
Jaw-dropping work.
This is my new favorite car channel. Singer Porsche's are absolutely beautiful. One day I hope to own one.
That’s just the most beautiful thing ever
One mans dream realised, and what a dream it was! These cars are without doubt simply sublime.
Best part of the clip everything that happens after the word "incredible" - Been there nothing else like it.
I love that big, raw Porsche decal along the rear. I will adapt this for my 944!
I wonder if actual Porshe executives have visited Singer themselves. I know they are not associated, however I think someone like him and Magnus Walker (which i know Porshe visited, according to Magnus himself) deserve corporate recognition. To some that may be worth next to nothing, but to either a new or well known brand, being recognized by the original creators is something special. Because in the back of my mind executives are wealthy people wether they show off or not, that dont want to get in people's feet because their time is too valuable. Although i dont intend to generalize, that is the image i get. However i know several brands stay in touch with the community and that i think shows they dont just care for a profit but to be able to possibly help or work with or for a brand like Singer. What i mean is like Nike. they get involved in many automotive projects and allow the ones involved to use their insane workshops and such which makes fabrication much easier depending on what they already have but its just so cool to me.
+Patrick Pelletier
You are wrong, they just care for a profit.
Tatjana Delak who? Singer? Listen if all he cared about was profit not nearly as much effort would be put into building these things. And sure the cars arent cheap but why should he lose money on his builds? If you mean executives then they wouldnt really have cared for Magnus Walker then would they? Sure they all run a buisness and profit is important but you have to differ making profit from making money. That's how i look at it. Making money is like companies such as Oakley. They spend 20, 30 or 50$ on making a pair of sunglasses but they sell for 300+$ that's making money (as in greed). Making profit is not being excessive with the money you make off of something. Anyways as i wondered. Since Porshe executives know Magnus they must know Rob from Singer
Amazingly beautifull video.
Singer is the Porsche 'tuner'/enhancer I could enjoy working with.
Awesome!
Thank you.
By far the best motor vehicle in existance.
Still enjoying the story telling here in 2022
What a beauty!
Best.video.ever. Long live 911s!
I've never seen another car better than a singer
What a great company! 👍🏼
Who dislikes a video like this?
Out of my price range, but God love them for keeping the 911 alive
Beautiful work :)
Excellent video, i like the context especially having watched Chris Harris' version which is also great.
One day i will own one d these amazing cars here , wow
What a man, what a life!
The camera crew and the editor in this channel makes a hell of a job!
What incredible modesty while also being completely proud of the work they do. I only dream of riches so I can one day own one of these myself
thank you what a video I learned so much
True passion
beautiful.
What an absolutely fantastic video, this is a great channel .
Agreed, really enjoyed this one.
I really love these cars😊
Looking forward to winning the lottery and ordering one🤪
He can really build a car, and doesn't have to worry about crash tests and airbags!!! Ain't that Lucky!!!
"I saved enough money through my strumming!"Lol. Cool. Yes, you did it my man!
These are custom cars... Just nicely done.
Amazing.................Perfect \o/
Catherine Wheel !?! I knew he looked familiar, wow, talk about some heavy flashbacks ;)
No kidding!! That's wild! Loved Catherine Wheel music, love his cars a little more though :)
Lovely!
I will buy one of these once as soon as it becomes feasible. Unquestionably my dream car.
Amazing video thank you
I would do business with that man any day of the week.
This is a very informative video.
Superb..
The shape of the 911 is far more nice than most of every modern sport one. Most of modern sports cars loos like angry and aggressive.
Nice story nice car wish it was mine enjoy it.
Awesome
Pure art work!!! amazing work!! You guys would do any model year as long it is air cooled, is that correct?
that gold one is special
This is my dream car.
These cars are north of 300k usd and go up all the way to half a 500k usd when ordered. Id like to grab one of these in guards red and stop by for another 911 at ruf, specifically a turbo r :) thats what im going to work for until i retire towards the sunset. Porsche is the best and i certainly enjoyed this video. Chris harris certainly loved it too.
If perfection exists, this must be it.
Superb cars👍👍👍
The top of the top.
Cars and Guitars.
im at coventry uni now !!!
1.8 Million!
The people who work on these Porsche r so lucky man I would love to work for singer I bet u that if u put singer Porsche nxt to pagani it will attract same crowd
Absolutely fucking beautiful, mate.
1973 is the pinnacle year!